Locals may think the Waterfront is a bit of a tourist trap, but I love it. It has a very European atmosphere to it and you can shop - anything from supermarket to Armani and diamonds! Recommend the Carol Boyes shop for quirky household objects and 50% of the price vs UK and Cape Union Mart for anything outdoorsy. You... more

On the whole I hated this place. The restaurants were over priced and the food like nasty British pub food. Its OK for a stroll or to go to the cinema but to spend night after night here is to deny a great cape town experience. more

One doesn't really visit the V&A Waterfront as much as experience it. Most visitors will at least pass through here on even the most cursory visits to the city and while visiting more subtantial sites such as Robben Island. Pros: Endless entertainment and dining options, from solitary musicians and colorful dance groups to essentially any major type of cuisine you... more

Bustling, with top class shopping, top class eating and a great atmosphere, buskers, entertainers etc.. If you want an authenitic African experience, go backpacking in bush, the Waterfront is civilised and pleasant. A great place for a city break. more

The V&A Waterfront is built for touists and has the obligatory curiosity shops, restaurants and other commercial establishments. It's very busy and for many, this is the target destination spot where everyone seems to go. After doing some research, I advanced booked a sunset cruise with the Maharani Yacht company aboard their clipper ship and this proved to be the... more

We stayed at the V&A during our visit to Cape Town, and we were not disappointed. The staff was very friendly and very professionel, the food was good, the location great and the room was clean, modern and comfortable. We were very well taken care of and will definately choose to stay there again when going back to Cape Town.... more

The Victoria and Alfred was truly a treat. It is clear that this hotel understands guest service and makes it a high priority. Staff members were friendly and helpful at every turn. Everyone, from the front desk staff to the housekeepers were quick to greet guests in a friendly manner. The room we were in was both enormous and very... more

Very touristy - but well worth visiting to shop and then sit with a drink and watch the sun go down behind table mountain. Long St, Kloof St, Greenmarket Sq and around Parliament are more the real Cape Town (and have better restaurants) but the V&A is definately worth going to - especially if you're a first time visitor to... more

My family and i just got back from Cape Town and we absolutely loved the Waterfront. I disagree with all the negative comments about it. We had a great time eating out there, all the restaurants had such great views and phenomenal service, the staff in all restaurants were very humerous and entertaining. Especially since we have 3 teenagers, there... more