Title: SW1 Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # SW1 Lodge Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and outdoor pool ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/ded4ad6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property preview](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/097574B4C664712B04FC90568A475D63/e2de85e2-33c5-430a-87aa-bb783466eec9-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/fc79f13c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/dadf9fc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/7a25c562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies SW1 Lodge in Somerset West offers a tranquil garden setting. Start your day with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast. Enjoy refreshing drinks at the poolside bar or relax in the library. Guests particularly appreciate the attentive staff. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Pool - Room service - Laundry - Housekeeping £171 includes taxes & fees 1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026 ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 2 - Dec 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=3103276&PinnedHotelID=3103276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=3103276&PinnedHotelID=3103276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 3 - Dec 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=3103276&PinnedHotelID=3103276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=3103276&PinnedHotelID=3103276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=3103276&PinnedHotelID=3103276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=3103276&PinnedHotelID=3103276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=3103276&PinnedHotelID=3103276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=3103276&PinnedHotelID=3103276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/d2b971b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating TV Blackout curtains - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/ff843ea2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Sea View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating TV - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/d3407d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Partial Sea View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating TV - 1 bedroom - Partial sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/997d6dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating TV Blackout curtains - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3110000/3103300/3103276/abf343a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating TV Blackout curtains - 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Airport drop-off service (surcharge), multilingual staff and luggage storage - Secured bike storage, a TV in reception and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and bathrobes. 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Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) ### More - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Colonial architecture - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby - Living plant wall - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Separate bathtub and shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 40-inch TV with satellite channels - Netflix - Streaming services ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Limited room service - Minibar - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Desk chair - Free daily newspapers - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 1:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: ZAR 300 ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 750 per person - Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 1:00 AM - Late check-out fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted This property uses solar energy Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 24-hour pool access Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat Cape Town SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat House SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat House Cape Town SW1 Lodge Cape Town SW1 Cape Town SW1 Lodge Cape Town SW1 Lodge Guesthouse SW1 Lodge Guesthouse Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Does SW1 Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day. ### How much does it cost to stay at SW1 Lodge? > As of 2 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SW1 Lodge on 1 Jan 2026 start from £171.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-SW1-Lodge.h3103276.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is SW1 Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at SW1 Lodge? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at SW1 Lodge? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM for a fee of ZAR 300. ### What time is check-out at SW1 Lodge? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for ZAR 300 (subject to availability). ### Does SW1 Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport. A fee of ZAR 750 per person applies. ### Where is SW1 Lodge located? > Located in Somerset West, this luxury guesthouse is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lourensford Wine Estate, Helderberg Nature Reserve and Ster-Kinekor Somerset. Helderberg is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## SW1 Lodge Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 23 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 9.8/10 Staff & service ### 9.4/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### benoit 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic property The property is fabulous, situated in an upmarket suburb and very well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay at SW1 Lodge. ##### benoit Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grant 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fantastic place . Better than a hotel. Would recommend this to anyone a special treat . ##### Grant Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guillaume 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Superb Super stay! You don’t often come across this level of service anymore. Highly recommended. ##### Guillaume Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Dec 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful place. Highly recommended Mareaze and her staff were so lovely and accommodating. It was a beautiful location and space, very close to the winery where I was attending a wedding ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diego 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent service. All the people in the hotel were extremely attentive and friendly. I will definitely stay there again. Thank you for everything. ##### Diego Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Battal 29 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Simply excellent ! Absolutely nothing to complaint. Just a little advice: increase the variability of the breakfast. ##### Battal Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yehuda 27 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful experience, don’t miss this place This place is absolutely incredible. I’ve heard a lot about it and was very pleased they had availability. The property is surrounded by a beautiful garden (with a pool), the rooms are exceptionally clean, new, and comfortable, and have everything you can ask for (it shows that this place pays attention to details). The staff is professional, helpful, and very kind. The breakfast was one of the highlights —amazing selection of fresh baked breads, fruits, and many other goods. I absolutely loved this place and will definitely stay here again when I’m back in Cape Town. Cannot recommend it more. ##### Yehuda Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Myco 22 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I'm torn about this place. Our stay was great overall: good breakfast, clean & wonderful room, secure property not impacted by load shedding. However, 2 things happened that made me lower my rating: 1. When I called to arrange late-night check in, I was told the service fee is R350. The SW1 website states the fee is R300. My South African partner called another time to inquire and was told it is R300. Thanks for adjusting it on my bill, but either update your site, inform your staff of the accurate price, or maybe just don't take advantage of "foreign" guests. 2. I left my gym shoes behind in our room's armoire. When I called a few days later, I was told housekeeping did not find anything. Listen, it's a boutique hotel with less than 8 rooms. If this was the Hilton or another large chain hotel with hundreds of rooms I could buy that answer. The manager who answered my call recognized my name & remembered the room I stayed in, which means it's a small enough hotel where the staff notices things. With 5-7 rooms total, your cleaning staff most likely did find my shoes, didn't report it (or did - who knows), and kept them. I'm familiar with how South Africa works. It's my own fault I left the shoes. The hotel isn't responsible for my belongings, but they are responsible for their staff & general conduct. The lack of principle here is bothersome: clearly taking advantage of a "foreigner" & the general dishonesty in conducting business. Don't think I'll return. ##### Myco ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Heerlijk verblijf Prachtige lodge aardig personeel mooie kamers en een goed bed. Aamrader!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E3FEE87A4E42B90B5D9A0C9C323345C27BE261C11739795033552.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D76F123F8C47B6BC6CDDD8E1275C40581CCFD6731739795034683.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E23CA8CA640E3119C88670805469AD2071E2FAD11739795041188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8FC3E0A8F2C89D801C7C905C02ADE5432F4318931739795042027.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Frank Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sylvia 8 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Prima verblijf Het was een prettig verblijf. In eerste instantie had ik last van de harde matras maar heeft Antoni snel voor mij opgelost. Antoni is een lieve gastheer die altijd voor ons klaar stond. Ontbijt is heerlijk maar ik miste een zoete warme optie als French toast. Zwembad is plezierig om na een actieve dag te kunnen genieten en afkoelen. ##### Sylvia Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erich 30 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Das Gästehaus hat 5 Sterne Niveau in allen Belangen. ##### Erich Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eduard 10 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Koch SW1 Very friendly owner. Good service. Clean. ##### Eduard Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our entire experience at the SW1 Lodge was amazing. We were treated so well. Staff and owner are very attentive and the breakfast was wonderful. We felt relaxed and at home. Beautiful area of Capetown as well. Highly recommended. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tonetha 11 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Awesome stay Everything was fantastic. Would love to return soon. Thanks to Ed, John and Mercy, and all the staff for making my stay memorable. ##### Tonetha Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 4 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had an incredible experience! The only thing that wasn't 'excellent' was the wifi. There was hardly any wifi signal in the room. Had to step out and into the lounge to use the phonr ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nach einigen schwierigen Jahren wieder top! Gerne wieder. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sabine, München 3 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Toller und herzlicher Empfang, äußerst nettes Team, tolle und geräumige Zimmer - wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen ##### Sabine Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 4 Jan 2018 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Furnishings in our bedroom tired. Bath and pool towels stained. Pool cushions very faded. Disappointed with breakfast as very basic and not enjoyable Management needs to review overall standard ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela 8 Oct 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely hospitality and lovely people ##### Pamela Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AMBASSADOR, TSHWANE, GAUTENG,SOUTH AFRICA 5 Jan 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### VERY COMFORTABLE-SW1 LUXURY GUEST HOUSE-SOMERST WE MY WIFE AND I GREATLY ENJOYED THE EXCELLENT SERVICE,VERY FRIENDLY STAFF-FROM MANAGERS TO THE CHEFS TO THE CLEANERS AND CHAMBER MAIDS. THE ROOMS WERE WELL APPORTIONED AND VERY COMFORTABLE.ALL WITH THEIR OWN PATIOS. WE LIKED THE BREAKFAST ROOM. BREAKFAST WAS A BIT LIMITED, BUT WE WERE NOT REALLY FOCUSED ON EATING IN THE HOTEL. THE NEIGHBOURHOOD WAS PEACE FUL AND LAID BACK.QUITE PLEASANT. WE THINK ITS BECAUSE EVERYONE WAS ON VACATION ELSEWHERE. THERE IS A LOT ONE CAN DO IN THE VICINITY, BUT A GOOD RENTAL CAR-COMFY,IS ESSENTIAL BECAUSE OF ALL THE DRIVING. WE HAD A GREAT TIME . MY WIFE THINKS WE SHOULD HAVE STAYED LONGER. ##### AMBASSADOR ### 10/10 Excellent #### F 18 Jul 2025 ##### F Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Paul Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill 6 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Bill Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 12 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Stuart 18 Dec 2023 ##### Stuart Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Cape-Town-Foreshore.h4623642.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean View House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Ocean-View-House.h3091584.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Foundry Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Old-Foundry-Hotel.h57820595.Hotel-Information) > > [The Portswood Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Portswood-VA-Waterfront.h526896.Hotel-Information) > > [The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Alphen-Boutique-Hotel.h46794.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Rockefeller-Hotel.h71673357.Hotel-Information) > > [Krystal Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Krystal-Beach-Hotel.h15651822.Hotel-Information) > > [Southern Sun The Cullinan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Southern-Sun-The-Cullinan.h118030.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Taj-Cape-Town.h3016361.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Waterfront.h545852.Hotel-Information) > > [Tintswalo Boulders](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Tintswalo-At-Boulders-Boutique-Villa.h31526122.Hotel-Information) > > [President Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-President-Hotel.h526107.Hotel-Information) > > [ONOMO Hotel Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Signature-Lux-Hotel-By-ONOMO.h27811489.Hotel-Information) > > [The Clarendon - Fresnaye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Clarendon-Fresnaye.h3004641.Hotel-Information) > > [Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Lagoon-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h1320739.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Westin-Cape-Town.h916261.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House at the Queen Victoria Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Manor-House-At-The-Queen-Victoria-Hotel.h19310581.Hotel-Information) > > [Pepperclub Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Pepperclub-Hotel.h3534309.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Sky Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Sky-Cape-Town.h63494685.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Bay-Hotel.h18132.Hotel-Information) > > [The Commodore Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Commodore-Hotel.h83744.Hotel-Information) > > [Vineyard Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Vineyard-Hotel.h523689.Hotel-Information) > > [Living Hotel Lions Eye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Houghton-View-Guest-House.h10633636.Hotel-Information) > > [Mountain Marina Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Mountain-Marina-Luxury-Apartments.h24940058.Hotel-Information) > > [Victoria and Alfred Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Victoria-Alfred-Hotel.h46797.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Cape Town City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Pullman-Cape-Town-City-Centre.h17925242.Hotel-Information) > > [The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Onyx-Apartment-Hotel.h28825118.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-RED-Hotel-VA-Waterfront-Cape-Town.h18644202.Hotel-Information) > > [City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-Victoria-And-Alfred-Waterfront.h485189.Hotel-Information) > > [AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront.h29305328.Hotel-Information)