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Dock House

5.0 of 5
Portswood Close, Portswood Ridge | Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The Dock House is a cozy historic hotel that offers relaxation in the quaint and charming six room property. Before Cape Town's harbor shores were expanded, water came to the edge of this property, which is elevated from the city below and surrounded by a tall brick wall. As the name implies, the grounds served as a dock house offering... More

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Harrogate, United Kingdom
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is a delightful boutique hotel. It has sister hotels nearby but the joy of this hotel is that it lacks that impersonal corporate feel and the personal service and attention to detail are superb. My husband struggles with mobility and the manager noticed his crestfallen face at the sight of the staircase and at the click of a mouse... More

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London
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We just checked out and I would happily go back to stay a week. Kelly was fantastically friendly, the entire small hotel oozed luxury and style. It was perfectly positioned on the waterfront in cape town and a very calm retreat, like staying in your own luxury house with everything being perfect. The spa exceeded my expectations, the gym looked... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013 via mobile

We had een an outstanding holiday due to Kelly and her magnifisant staff whe Will surtenly come back THE only problem was no remarks from Our side, they did a very good job and thank you for everything Jean & Cecilia

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London
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013

You think about the Waterfront and wonder if it would be a good place to stay - the answer is yes if you stay at the Dock House. We loved or stay there and being 7 people between 2 and 75 there are many needs to satisfy but we all loved staying there. Kelly and her team are very sweet... More

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London, United Kingdom
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38 reviews 38 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

We stayed here for the last 5 days of our holiday in South Africa and I was absolutely blown away. We stayed in Room 3 and it was out of this world. Arriving to a card and champers from the manager Kelly was a gorgeous touch and throughout our stay she couldn't have done enough for us. She found out... More

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Neath, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

We cannot talk highly enough of this gem of a hotel. It is a very private and elegant hotel that has wonderfully appointed rooms, superb location, excellent breakfast and very professional staff. An excellent feature is that you can use the facilities of it's sister hotels - V&A and Queen Victoria. Special thanks to Kelly and her team for making... More

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Allen, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2013

I have found my base in Cape Town! It is the Dock House at the V&A Waterfront. What a fantastic boutique hotel with the luxury of large verandas and a large garden with an infinity splash pool and bar plus the added benefit and services of sister hotels and restaurants nearby (easy walks). And very few other guests and crowds... More

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Moscow, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2012

Starting from the first booking request until last "bye-bye", that place always makes me feel good. Authentic interiors mixed with modern chic elements, great service and food from the restaurant nearby, served in your balcony with the view over the V&A waterfront.

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

Dock House is a beautiful boutique hotel set slightly back from the waterfront central, with panoramic views over the waterfront. It is private, stylish, and first class. Breakfast is always a joy with Reymond, the staff are super attentive, and Ashleen will make sure your stay is second to none. The location is extremely central.......an absolute jewel in the crown.... More

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Dock House Hotel
Dock House Cape Town, South Africa
Address: Portswood Close, Portswood Ridge | Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Cape Town Central
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Cape Town Central
#13 Luxury Hotels in Cape Town Central
#41 Family Hotels in Cape Town Central
#42 Business Hotels in Cape Town Central
Price range (per night): S$364 - 957
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
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