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      Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

      1,929 Reviews
      #32 of 109 Hotels in Cape Town Central
      1 Lower Buitengracht Street | Private Bag X3, Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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      4.0
      1,929 reviews
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      Free Wifi
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      Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
      Bad start to our celebratory trip

      We arrived at 11:30 and neither of the 2 rooms were ready. We were advised to come in after check in time, 2 pm. We did and our rooms were not ready. Front desk seemed incapable of understanding that we needed the rooms asap, after...More

      Thank Listu
      Response from ignatiousmambinge, Front Office Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape TownResponded 1 week ago

      Dear Listu, Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely regret that our welcome service did not meet with your expectations. Thank you for choosing to stay with us and we hope to welcome you back in future. Sunny regards, Ignatious

      Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
      Wiw

      Amazing stay and friendly staff. Food, especially breakfast could do better but still amazing on all other levels! Enjoyed our stay. Could be more accommodating to foreigners regarding transport to be places but great none the less! A mustMore

      Thank Davidxxxgxfbcnbc
      Response from ignatiousmambinge, Front Office Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape TownResponded 1 week ago

      Dear Davidxxxgxfbcnbc, Thank you for your positive feedback. We are delighted that you had an enjoyable stay with us during your recent visit to Cape Town. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, we look forward to welcoming you back in future. Sunny regards,...More

      Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
      Business trip

      The hotel is located In good location and offer good facilties. Staff are friendly and smiling. Room service is poor. The pool is small but enough for the hotel. Rooms are tiny but clean and air conditioning system doesn't cool.over-all experience met and I would...More

      Thank Charbel K
      Response from ignatiousmambinge, Front Office Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape TownResponded 1 week ago

      Dear Charbel K, Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to know that our services and people met with your expectations and most importantly that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for staying with us. Sunny regards, Ignatious

      Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
      What you see is what you get

      The hotel is centrally located, close the the Waterfront and all other activities in Caleb Town. The rooms are reasonably small, but comfortable and contain all the basic amenities. The food offering is good and the hotel offers all standard services. Generally a good option...More

      Thank TrevorBurchell
      Response from ignatiousmambinge, Front Office Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape TownResponded 1 week ago

      Dear TrevorBurchell, Thank you for your positive feedback. We are delighted that our standard services and food offering met with your expectations. Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to welcoming you back in future. Sunny regards, Ignatious

      Reviewed 1 week ago
      So friendly

      Stayed at Southern Sun Waterfront while attending a conference at CTICC. The thing that stood out for me the most was the friendliness of the staff. It's worth eating the eggs just for the friendly smiles from the women who are cooking. Helpful advice from...More

      Thank elisa005
      Response from ignatiousmambinge, Front Office Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape TownResponded 1 week ago

      Dear Elisa005, Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that our services, facilities and people met with your expectations. Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to welcoming you back in future. Kind regards, Ignatious

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      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Pool
      • Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
      • Room Service
      • Restaurant
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Spa
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
      • Hotel Amenities
      • Business Centre with Internet Access
      • Room Service
      • Dry Cleaning
      • Meeting Rooms
      • Shuttle Bus Service
      • Airport Transportation
      • Laundry Service
      • Concierge
      • Banquet Room
      • Conference Facilities
      • Multilingual Staff
      • Babysitting
      • Room amenities
      • Air Conditioning
      • Refrigerator in room
      • Things to do
      • Pool
      • Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
      • Restaurant
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Spa
      Details
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      • US$137 - US$504 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • #15 Spa Hotel in Cape Town Central
      • #25 Business Hotel in Cape Town Central
      • #29 Family Hotel in Cape Town Central
      • #32 Romantic Hotel in Cape Town Central
      • #32 Luxury Hotel in Cape Town Central
      • Room types
      • Family Rooms ,
      • Suites ,
      • Smoking rooms available ,
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      • Non-Smoking Rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 537
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      • Cape Town Central
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      • Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town Hotel Cape Town Central ,
      • Cape Town Southern Sun Waterfront ,
      • Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town South Africa
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      17 May 2017|
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      Response from Paul G | Reviewed this property |
      It was extremely cold when we were there so I do not think it is heated
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      10 April 2017|
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      Response from Jeff R | Property representative |
      Dear Travel F Regrettably our pool is not heated , but you are welcome to use the pool at our sister hotel next door , which is Warm regards Jeff Rosenberg General Manager
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      12 February 2017|
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      Response from Jeff R | Property representative |
      Hi Janette, Please contact our Duty Manager on +27 71 525 9067 or +27 21 409 4000 and they can arrange to assist you We look forward to welcoming you Jeff Rosenberg General Manager
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