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The Portswood Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Cape Town Cruise Terminal

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Studio King Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
In the heart of Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, The Portswood Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy breakfast or dinner at Quarter Kitchen, with poolside seating, then relax in the garden or by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. With helpful staff and free WiFi, this upscale hotel is sure to leave you feeling refreshed.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $147
includes taxes & fees
$127 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28

Room options

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Studio King Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Studio King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Queen Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Captain Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Captain Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Accessible Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Portswood Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8002

What's nearby

  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Long Street - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 21 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 28 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cooked - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Quay Four - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Portswood Hotel

At The Portswood Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Quarter Kitchen, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a poolside bar, a fitness center, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 101 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle during limited hours*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1994
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Quarter Kitchen - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Link Bar - This poolside cocktail bar serves lunch and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Portswood V&A
Portswood V&A Hotel
Portswood V&A Hotel Waterfront
Portswood V&A Waterfront
Portswood V&A Waterfront Hotel Cape Town
Portswood V&A Waterfront Hotel
Portswood V&A Waterfront Cape Town
The Portswood Hotel Hotel
The Portswood V A Waterfront
The Portswood Hotel Cape Town
The Portswood Hotel Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does The Portswood Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Portswood Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Portswood Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Portswood Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Portswood Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Portswood Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Portswood Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Portswood Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Portswood Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center and a garden. The Portswood Hotel also has access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near The Portswood Hotel?

Yes, Quarter Kitchen offers garden views and poolside dining.

What's the area around The Portswood Hotel like?

The Portswood Hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Two Oceans Aquarium and 12 minutes' walk from Cape Town Stadium. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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The Portswood Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was offered at the property and its sister property, providing an excellent selection. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and restaurant. Definitely would stay again.
Victoria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location - close to the waterfront - lots of restaurants and things to do.
Charles, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Hotel location excellent. Friendly staff. Great service.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were so friendly and always happy to help out if needed. Hotel in a fantastic position. Breakfast was great. Hotel a little tired but everything else was just great
ELANA, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean and really friendly staff
Scott, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aging charm

Portswood is an older property which has charm but is now looking tired in places. The staff are friendly and attentive, the rooms are smallish but clean.
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location close to the Waterfront and all Cape Town city has to offer, good value and clean rooms.
Lionel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel and staff. Great location
Eoin, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic room but great location, staff and breakfast
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel with super friendly staff
stephen, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean, comfortable Good breakfast Good location
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best thing about the Portswood, given it is a great hotel anyway, is the proximity to the Waterfront.
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Great place with a great location. Excellent breakfast
Jesse, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location

Great expierence withna great breakfast. I would highly recommend stayingnhere as its also very close to the waterfront for restaurants and shopping.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for four nights and appreciated the convenience of being within walking distance to the waterfront. The staff were exceptional. Breakfast was offered at this hotel and its sister property, both of which provided an excellent selection. The hotel is also conveniently located, with the airport being less than 30 minutes away.
DAVID, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with wonderful staff. Excellent location for walking to the waterfront va area! Would definitely stay here again.
Teri, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked that it was so close to the V&A And felt very safe.
Debra R, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location, safe & secure, friendly & helpful staff
Tony, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff friendliness, room cleaniness, and convenience of location

10/10 Exceptional

Great location to Waterfront. Nice hotel and rooms, good breakfast. Would recommend it to others.
Lana, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well located just a short and safe walk to the V&A Waterfront. Spacious room with excellent views.
Mark, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location right next to V&A.

We had walked past this hotel on 2 previous visits so we knew it was a great location. Communication prior to visit was excellent (we had a flight delay) all staff were friendly and welcoming. Our room was superb, cheeky partial view of table mountain. Negatives- outside of windows needed a clean, but that's just poor timing 😁 We also had a bit of noise from room opposite, but that's beyond hotels control Breakfast was good but sadly overpriced. Would definitely stay on our next visit.
Ian, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Cape Town experience - V&A

Great location next to the V&A, super friendly and efficient staff. Just a great hotel for exploring Cape Town.
Joanna, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2single lady’s loved this hotel ,very safe, absolutely helpful did not find any problems will certainly be back the food was plentiful and varied. And a fabulous location.
Heather Elizabeth, 13-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

The hotel itself is great, finding the entrance to the parking garage (if you don’t know where you are going), is a little tricky, and I truly believe that the parking charge should be included in the room rate, an additional R120.00 a day for parking is an unexpected add-on! The room was very good, the bathroom was compact but adequate. Check in was fine, except I had booked three rooms and they weren’t linked to my name, but only to my reservation number so momentary panic when it looked like only one room was booked, and although all three rooms were booked with queen size beds, one of them had 2 x ¾ - presumably this could have been altered, but we checked in fairly late so wanted to freshen up and go for supper, so left this as it was.
Sarah, 1-night trip