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      The PortsWood

      725 Reviews
      #46 of 109 Hotels in Cape Town Central
      PortsWood Road, PortsWood Square | V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8002, South Africa
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      4.0
      725 reviews
      • Excellent32%
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      “great location” (122 reviews)
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      Free Wifi
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      Reviewed 31 May 2017
      Good location, modern rooms

      I stayed at the hotel 3 nights for work. The location was good, just a few flights of stairs above the V & A waterfront. V & A was completely safe and short 5 minute walk to hotel had security at regular locations. The hotel...More

      Thank Kate S
      Response from JvanderMerwe, Guest Relations Manager at The PortsWoodResponded 3 weeks ago

      Dear Valued Guest Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback and kind words. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back sooner rather than later. Muneeb Eksteen Guest Relations Department

      Reviewed 30 May 2017
      Lovely hotel & staff & great location

      Husband & I stayed at The Portswood for 5 nights at the beginning of May and we couldn't have asked for a better hotel to introduce us to Cape Town and South Africa. The location was excellent, five mins walk from the V&A, which we...More

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      Response from JvanderMerwe, Guest Relations Manager at The PortsWoodResponded 3 weeks ago

      Dear Valued Guest Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback and kind words. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back sooner rather than later. Muneeb Eksteen Guest Relations Department

      Reviewed 27 May 2017
      Excellent Service & Location

      This was my 2nd stay at The Portswood - 1st occasion Aug 2016 (booked 3 rooms) and on 13/14 May 2017 booked 3 rooms again. The hotel is situated very close to the V&A Waterfront and very good value. All rooms were spacious and well...More

      Thank 36uplands
      Response from JvanderMerwe, Guest Relations Manager at The PortsWoodResponded 3 weeks ago

      Dear Valued Guest Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback and kind words. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back sooner rather than later. Muneeb Eksteen Guest Relations Department

      Reviewed 24 May 2017
      A touch of history in a great location

      This hotel can boast some early history of Capetown in their foyer; great walking location to the bustle of shops etc near the docks. Can be noisy at night time and early mornings as people arrive and depart for airport! Breakfast was incredible and a...More

      Thank GWalker23
      Response from JvanderMerwe, Guest Relations Manager at The PortsWoodResponded 3 weeks ago

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      Reviewed 23 May 2017
      Great location

      It's an easy walk to the waterfront. The staff were great. The bed was comfortable and the breakfast excellent! All in all a good place to stay. A 30 min walk into town. Be aware that rooms with any sort of view are in short...More

      Thank ozzie5melbourne
      Response from JvanderMerwe, Guest Relations Manager at The PortsWoodResponded 3 weeks ago

      Dear Valued Guest Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback and kind words. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back sooner rather than later. Muneeb Eksteen Guest Relations Department

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      • Pool
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      • Bar/Lounge
      • Breakfast included
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
      • Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
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      • Room Service
      • Breakfast included
      • Business Centre with Internet Access
      • Dry Cleaning
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      • Concierge
      • Multilingual Staff
      • Shuttle Bus Service
      • Airport Transportation
      • Meeting Rooms
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      • Restaurant
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
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      • US$130 - US$370 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • #37 Family Hotel in Cape Town Central
      • #43 Luxury Hotel in Cape Town Central
      • #47 Romantic Hotel in Cape Town Central
      • #47 Business Hotel in Cape Town Central
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      • 102
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      The Portswood is across the road from shops and restaurants. This area is not gated but we walked day and night and felt completely safe. Lots of people around. Even had our clothes laundered in the arcade leading from... More
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      "If you can, upgrade to a larger room. Standard rooms are small."
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