The Portswood Hotel
About this property
Located on the V&A Waterfront, this chic hotel offers free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool with terrace. Guests can benefit from 24-hour room service. Guest rooms of The Portswood are decorated in a maritime style and offer air conditioning and satellite TV. Each room has an private bathroom with a shower and some of them also have a bath. A rich breakfast is served daily. The poolside terrace offers a charming setting for a light snack or drink. Guests can also visit the Quarterdeck Restaurant with its Indian cuisine and Cape Malay decorations. The cocktail bar is available for drinks. The Portswood Hotel is located 1.9 mi from the city center and 16 mi from Cape Town International Airport.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lisa
United States
“Great location, within walking distance to Waterfront shops and dining. Super helpful staff.” - Tara
Canada
“The hotel allowed me to checkout at 12pm. The bathtub was very nice.” - Rj
Mauritius
“Very close to V&A waterfront. Rooms with bathtubs are very nice. Also very effective use of spaces. The well inside the lobby area depicted the rich history of the building.” - Mary
Canada
“I loved the staff, the bed, the bathroom and the location.” - Amy
United States
“the restaurant had good food, it was within easy walking distance of the Victoria & Alfred plaza.” - Kim
United States
“We loved the location; super close to the waterfront.” - Dave
Brunei
“It's a very comfortable hotel with an amazing en suite bath and shower. It also has an excellent bar and dining area with friendly and professional staff.” - Linda
Canada
“Location was wonderful, hotel room was excellent and staff was friendly” - Bernadine
United States
“Made to order omletes were very delicious. Nice selection of fruit, Mears, cheese and cereal. Staff was very obliging. Very close to shopping, aquarium and dining.” - Merrie
United States
“Dinner was great, and a good value. The breakfast buffet more than satisfying, with many choices.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Quarter Kitchen
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 14 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
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There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.



