The Portswood Hotel - Cape Town

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The Portswood Hotel - Cape Town
Portswood Road, Cape Town, South Africa·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.5
Free WiFi9.3
Staff9.1
Comfort8.7
Cleanliness8.6
Who stays here
Couples49%
Solo16%
Families15%
Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.5
Free WiFi9.3
Staff9.1
Comfort8.7
Cleanliness8.6
Who stays here
Couples49%
Solo16%
Families15%
Groups13%

4-star historical hotel on V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Amenities & Services

The Portswood Hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool with a terrace and pool bar, plus a fitness centre. Guests benefit from a business centre, conference centre, and meeting rooms for corporate travelers. Valet parking and secure onsite parking are available, along with 24-hour room service and concierge assistance.

Rooms & Comfort

Guest rooms at The Portswood Hotel Cape Town are decorated in a maritime style with air conditioning and satellite TV. Each room features an en-suite bathroom, with some including a bath. Rooms have independently controlled air conditioning, and guests receive complimentary welcome gifts upon arrival.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Portswood Hotel is situated on the V&A Waterfront, a 3-minute walk to restaurants and shops. Table Mountain National Park and Robben Island Gateway are nearby attractions. Cape Town International Airport is 25 km away, and the city centre is 3 km.

Dining & Culinary

The Quarterdeck Restaurant at the hotel serves Indian cuisine with Cape Malay decorations. A rich breakfast is served daily, and the poolside terrace offers light snacks and drinks. The cocktail bar provides additional options, and 24-hour room service is also available.

Family & Business

The Portswood Hotel offers babysitting and child services, and a kid-friendly buffet. For business travelers, the hotel has a conference centre, meeting rooms, and a business centre. Accessible rooms are available, and the hotel partners with local activity providers for outdoor adventures.

  • Location: On the V&A Waterfront, 3 min from restaurants and shops
  • Rooms: Maritime-style with en-suite bathrooms and independent AC
  • Dining: Quarterdeck Restaurant with Indian cuisine and Cape Malay decorations
  • Family: Babysitting services and kid-friendly buffet
  • Business: Conference centre, meeting rooms, and business centre
  • Services: 24-hour room service, valet parking, and concierge assistance
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-16:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A buffet breakfast is served and charges are applicable. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:101
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Single bed1 Queen-size bed
King Studio
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Portswood Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 160 £
📏 Distance to centre 2.1 km
✈️ Distance to airport 21.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cape Town International, CPT

Location

Portswood Road, Cape Town, South Africa
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Portswood Road, Cape Town, South Africa
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Portswood Road, Cape Town, South Africa
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Dock Road V&A Waterfront
The Cape Wheel
370 m
Portswood House
The Springbok Experience Rugby Museum
180 m
Museum
Cape Medical Museum
290 m
Square
Nobel Square
180 m
Market
The Watershed
120 m
Dock Rd Shop 1
Alfred Mall Gallery
170 m
Museum
Eyewitness
350 m
Portswood Road Building 556
Ripley's Believe It Or Not Cape Town
400 m
Gallery
Everard Read
60 m
V & A Waterfront
450 m
Restaurant
Cooked
650 m
Restaurant
Mitchell's Scottish Ale House
290 m
Restaurant
Belthazar Restaurant & Wine Bar
460 m
Restaurant
Vovo Telo
310 m
Restaurant
The Quarterdeck Restaurant
200 m
Restaurant
Quay Four
390 m
Restaurant
Sevruga Restaurant
410 m
Restaurant
Ocean Basket V&A Waterfront
360 m

Reviews of The Portswood Hotel

8.3 /10
Great

FAQ about The Portswood Hotel

What interesting sites can I visit not far from The Portswood Hotel?
Guests of The Portswood Hotel can visit Victoria & Alfred Waterfront (at a distance of 400 metres from the accommodation), or V&A Waterfront Shopping Mall placed 8 minutes' walk away.
Which airport is the closest to The Portswood Hotel hotel?
The closest airport to The Portswood Hotel hotel is Cape Town International airport (25 km) and it is reachable with a 19-minute drive.
Does the hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle is one of the services offered by the hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there a parking at The Portswood Hotel hotel?
Yes, The Portswood Hotel hotel offers a parking garage on site.
What are the dining options in the superior The Portswood Hotel?
The guests of the superior The Portswood Hotel can enjoy their dinner in Quarter Kitchen restaurant which serves vegetarian meals.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel?
Restaurants near the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel include Red Roof (a few minutes' drive from the property) as well as Den Anker (550 meters away).
Can I have breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel?
Guests of the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel can check in from 14:00 to 16:00 and check out from 07:00.
What payment methods are available in The Portswood Hotel hotel?
At The Portswood Hotel hotel, you can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
What room types are available at the hotel?
Deluxe Queen Room, Standard Queen Room, and King Suite are among the room types available at the hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel?
Most rooms at the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel include a personal safe, free Wi-Fi, and a sofa.
Is the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities are provided at the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel for guests with special needs.
Which facilities are available in the superior The Portswood Hotel hotel?
The superior The Portswood Hotel hotel is equipped with currency exchange and a lift as well as a safe deposit box and 24-hour security for safety purposes.
Is there a swimming pool in the hotel?
Yes, the hotel features a swimming pool.
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