The Portswood Hotel Cape Town, Cape Town ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Portswood Road, Cape Town, South Africa

The Portswood Hotel, a 4-star hotel, features standard room accommodations and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests receive complimentary WiFi and a welcoming bottle of sparkling wine or non-alcoholic champagne with strawberries on arrival.

Rooms & Amenities

All guestrooms at The Portswood Hotel include air conditioning, 24-hour room service, and premium bedding. The en-suite bathrooms come with either a shower or a combination of bath and shower. Guests can also enjoy amenities like free WiFi and minibars.

Dining Options

Dining options include the Quarterdeck Restaurant, which serves Indian cuisine and features Cape Malay decorations. The poolside restaurant, Quarter Kitchen, offers a garden view and a selection of light snacks and drinks. A diverse menu with a choice of fine wines complements meals at The Portswood Hotel.

Leisure & Activities

The Portswood Hotel provides recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Guests can explore outdoor activities like scuba diving and water skiing. The hotel is also conveniently located near attractions such as the Two Oceans Aquarium and the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa.

Business & Transportation

For business needs, The Portswood Hotel has a conference center and a meeting room, ensuring smooth event operations. Nearby transport options include Nobel Square bus station, just a 4-minute walk away, and the Cape Town train station, accessible within 33 minutes on foot. The hotel is close to notable landmarks like the Springbok Experience Rugby Museum and Cape Town Stadium.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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1 person

35 m²

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1 King Size Bed

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Deluxe Queen Room

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1 person

21 m²

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Standard Double Room Disability Access

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2 persons

21 m²

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Cape Town 1.3 mi

Airports

Cape Town International (CPT) 13.4 mi

Train

Woodstock Railway Station 2.1 mi

Salt River Railway Station 3.0 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was impressive, offering a wide range of options that catered to every taste. I especially loved the fresh pastries!” view full review

Relaxing Pool Area

“The pool area was a perfect retreat, with a lovely ambiance and refreshingly warm water. It was a fantastic spot to unwind after exploring the city.” view full review

Easy Parking Access

“Valet parking was a breeze and very reasonably priced. It made our stay stress-free since we never had to search for parking!” view full review

Charming Room Decor

“The room was beautifully designed with an old-world charm that made me feel right at home. Every detail was thoughtfully curated.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Wind surfing
Diving
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

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

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

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

Location

Portswood Road, Cape Town, South Africa

Map view

Portswood Road, Cape Town, South Africa

City landmarks

Mall

V&A Waterfront

2100 ft

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium

2200 ft

Stadiums

Cape Town Stadium

3500 ft

Gallery

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

2800 ft

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

1.5 mi

Museums

Chavonnes Battery Museum

3300 ft

Museums

Cape Town Diamond Museum

2700 ft

Museums

District Six Museum

1.5 mi

Convention Center

Cape Town International Convention Centre

1.2 mi

Store

Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village

1.0 mi

Square

Greenmarket Square

1.6 mi

Museums

Bo-Kaap Museum

1.5 mi

Mountain

Signal Hill

1.6 mi

Museums

Iziko Slave Lodge

1.3 mi

Clock Tower Precinct

The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island

4200 ft

Military Rd

Noon Gun

3900 ft

Parks

Green Point Park

1.2 mi

Bree Street

1.3 mi

Museums

Koopmans-de Wet House

1.4 mi

Nearby

Victoria V & A Waterfront

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront

1300 ft

Dock Road V&A Waterfront

The Cape Wheel

1300 ft

Portswood House

The Springbok Experience Rugby Museum

600 ft

Museums

Cape Medical Museum

1000 ft

Square

Nobel Square

700 ft

Market

The Watershed

500 ft

Dock Rd Shop 1

Alfred Mall Gallery

600 ft

Museums

Eyewitness

1200 ft

Portswood Road Building 556

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Cape Town

1400 ft

Gallery

Everard Read

200 ft

V & A Waterfront

1600 ft

Restaurants

Cooked

2200 ft

17 Dock Road The Watershed

Mitchell's Scottish Ale House

1000 ft

Dock Road Old Dock Master Building

Harbour House Restaurant

1400 ft

Quay Four

Belthazar Restaurant & Wine Bar

1600 ft

Shop 153

Vovo Telo

1100 ft

Building 33 Shop 2 Dock Road Pierhead

The Clipper Restaurant

700 ft

Portswood Road The Commodore

Quay Four

1300 ft

4 W Quay Rd V&A Waterfront

Ginja

1500 ft

Dock Road Victoria & Alfred Hotel

Den Anker

1700 ft

Pierhead - V&A Waterfront

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Fantastic service

Room privacy

Inconsistent room allocation

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

6.5

Location

9.5

Service

9.0

Dining

8.5

William

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.6/10

The hotel had nice, clean rooms with all the amenities one could want, but the noise from the car park entry was a bit disruptive. The service was very good, with attentive staff who were always available to help. The location was perfect, within a minute walk from the V & A Waterfront, offering convenience without the noise. The dining experience was excellent, with a large selection of options for breakfast. Overall, a great value for money stay.

Rooms

8.0

The room was very spacious, clean, and had all the amenities one could want.

Service

9.0

The staff were very attentive and well-trained, providing excellent service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly located within easy walking distance of the V&A Waterfront, close to restaurants, attractions, and shops.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent with a large selection of breakfast options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers various services like room service, car hire, and laundry for added convenience.

Michael

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is situated in a historical building near the V&A Waterfront area, offering a quiet and well-situated stay with beautiful views. However, room allocation based on surname raised concerns of bias, impacting the room quality.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms are small, with poorly positioned toilet facilities impacting privacy. Allocation based on surname may lead to inconsistent room experiences.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic, with a lovely and friendly staff offering assistance and booking transportation with ease.

Location

10.0

The location is absolutely amazing, just a short walk to the V&A waterfront with lovely sea views and convenient access to transportation options.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was very good, offering a variety of hot and cold items, with inclusive options like eggs cooked to order.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers a comprehensive dining experience and lovely sea views, although concerns about room allocation based on surname may impact the overall experience.

Great location

Room privacy