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Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

1 Lower Buitengracht Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town
Ranked #49 of 120 hotels in Cape Town Central
4.0 of 5 stars 247 Reviews
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  • Very good(9)
  • South Africa(4)
  • Room service(4)
  • Min walk(4)
  • Breakfast buffet(3)
  • First day(3)
  • Shuttle buses(3)
  • Table Mountain(3)
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Omaha, Nebraska
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Nice hotel but nothing special. Like any other business hotel. And although it is close to the waterfront, it isn't waterfront. You have to take a shuttle to get to the waterfront shops. Staff was helpful but the concierge told me we couldnt get tickets to Robben Island unless we stood and waited for cancellations. I went anyway and found... More

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Antibes, France
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

I stayed at this hotel last November, as we organised a conference in the close International Convention Centre. Rooms are good and clean, the bed is really comfortable! Breakfast is excellent, with a wide choice of freshly cooked food. The staff is really helpful: they gave me South African plugs for my laptop and even an iron. The restaurant is... More

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cork
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

I like the staff at this hotel, they're always friendly and helpful whenever I visit. The hotel is a good location for walking to the Waterfront area or the hotel does offer a free shuttle to take you there and pick you up. Because of the superb location I have to admit I have only ever eaten breakfast in the... More

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HotelManagement_10, Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, responded to this review
19 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. It is valuable feedback such as yours that allows us to continuously improve our service delivery. I am delighted that we were able to deliver on your expectations. Your positive feedback is an encouragement for all the staff. I would like to thank you for... More

Cornwall
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Check-on/out was great, bell hops excellant/resurant staff experienced & plentiful. Free shuttle to Waterfront great. Bar staff freindly & accomodating. The whole experience in Cape Town was fantastic. Throughly recommended.

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HotelManagement_10, Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. It is valuable feedback such as yours that allows us to continuously improve our service delivery. I am pleased to see that your overall stay was an enjoyable experience. Your comments will certainly be used to address certain issues to improve on our standards. I... More

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Good location,not far from airport,very helpful and smiling south african-style,nice weather as always,the cleanliness is acceptable,room service was quick and tasty,comfy bed,easy to get around.....But what's wrong with the front desk staff? they are so helpful and not really smiling..If the hotel need to improve something,they might need to consider put more staff at the reception desk especially at the... More

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HotelManagement_10, Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. It is valuable feedback such as yours that allows us to continuously improve our service delivery. Please accept our sincere apologies for the service inconsistencies you experienced at the front desk during your recent stay with us. This is definitely not our standard and the... More

Wilmslow, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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We stayed here for 4 nights in March 2012. Overall, the stay was good. Teh rooms are comfortable, although in a need of renovation. The staff is very friendly. The location is not at the waterfront, but the shuttle is great and very convenient for the waterfront area and runs throughout the day. The pool is a bit small for... More

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HotelManagement_10, Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, responded to this review
2 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. It is valuable feedback such as yours that allows us to continuously improve our service delivery. I am delighted that we were able to deliver on your expectations. Your comments will certainly be brought to senior management's attention for discussion so that we can strive... More

Hopewell, NJ
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Our small group of 3 stayed at this hotel just recently. Check-In & Check-out was fast and easy! The front desk staff, bell hops, restaurant staff, etc. were all so very friendly! The rooms were great, beds comfortable and always clean! Our first day we decided to walk to the Waterfront. The walk isn't too long but we decided on... More

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HotelManagement_10, Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, responded to this review
2 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. It is valuable feedback such as yours that allows us to continuously improve our service delivery. I am delighted that we were able to deliver on your expectations, and your positive feedback is an encouragement for all the staff. I would like to thank you... More

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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

No service, they did bot want to help me to check in

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HotelManagement_10, Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, responded to this review
2 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. It is valuable feedback such as yours that allows us to continuously improve our service delivery. Please accept our sincere apologies for the service inconsistencies you experienced during your check-in with us. This is definitely not our standard and the issues you highlighted are being... More

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Hi, Visited this property during my 3 days pleasure trip to CT. The Hotel is conveniently located10 mins walk from the waterfront and they have shuttle buses running every 30 mins from the Hotel to V&A Waterfront. My room was of decent size with beautiful view of the Sea/Waterfront. The rooms were spacious enough and kept quite well. The breakfast... More

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HotelManagement_10, Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, responded to this review
26 April 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. It is valuable feedback such as yours that allows us to continuously improve our service delivery. I am delighted that we were able to deliver on your expectations Your positive feedback is an encouragement for all the staff. I would like to thank you for... More

South Africa
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We stayed in this hotel during April 2012 as a family with two adults and two teens. Our room was a superior non smoking room with two double beds. This is not the first time that we stay in this hotel, and will stay here again. The room is of good size (normal hotel size, not to big.) Very nice... More

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HotelManagement_10, Manager at Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town, responded to this review
26 April 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on Tripadvisor. It is valuable feedback such as yours that allows us to continuously improve our service delivery. I am pleased that you enjoyed your recent stay with us. Your comments will certainly be shared amongst our team to ensure we strive towards constant improvements on our... More

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Address: 1 Lower Buitengracht Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
Price range (per night):* S$157 - 291

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