BEST HOTELS IN CAPE TOWN: SMART TRAVELER CHOICE
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BEST HOTELS IN CAPE TOWN: SMART TRAVELER CHOICE

So you are planning to visit Cape Town, and you don’t know where is the best hotel in cape town, this article is for you. No doubt that South Africa is one of the top travel destinations in the world. And, everyone visits South Africa should start from Cape Town.

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To find the best hotel in Cape Town, you must have your own itinerary. Depending on your wish, you can find the best hotel in concordance to your settings. If you are a tourist, then any hotel in the neighborhood of Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is your best choice. On the other hand, if you like to relax or enjoy the beach, maybe the camps bay is better for you. Also, if you wish to relax and chill in the mountain in the Table Mountain National Park.

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Why Victoria & Alfred Waterfront?

In my opinion, there are two main reasons to stay near to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. First, it is always the starting point for any trip. To Robben island, to table mountain. Also the central station of the hop-on-hop-off red bus. Second, the nightlife, cafes, and restaurants, you can spend all night there. That’s why Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is touristic spot number 1 in South Africa.

best hotel stay in cape town: Victoria & Alfred Waterfront

So now, I will set my search engine to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. As you can see, I got plenty of choices. Although most search results look like luxurious hotels, I can still find budget hotels for you. So, let’s start with my top recommendations then move to luxurious, budget, and solo traveler choices, respectively.

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Now to the search results, starting from my top hotel recommendation in Cape Town.

1. Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

This hotel has a special memory for me, as I had my Honeymoon in this hotel in 2013. The hotel is very close to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Also, this hotel was previously a prison, and it still keeps the 19th-century prison style. Now it is both a hotel and a college.
– Why stay here? Clean, comfort, close to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, and the price is much less than the other nearby luxurious hotels.
– Closest landmark: Cape Medical Museum, Two Oceans Aquarium
– Price: starts at 120$ per night
– Facilities: Bar / Restaurant / Cafe / Parking (25ZAR) / Free WiFi / No Swimming pool

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2. Victoria & Alfred Hotel 
Victoria & Alfred Hotel
Victoria & Alfred Hotel 

Unique style hotel in the heart of Victoria and Alfred Hotel. Although it is rated as 4 Stars hotel, it is luxurious with excellent location.
– Why stay here? in the heart of Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
– Closest landmark: Nelson Mandela Gateway, Cape Medical Museum, Two Oceans Aquarium
– Price: starts at 315$ per night
– Facilities: Bar / Restaurant / Cafe / Free Parking / Free WiFi / Swimming pool

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3. Parama 102 
Parama 102
Parama 102

Still in Victoria and Alfred Waterfront but this time it is apartment if you prefer privacy
– Why stay here? Self catering, modern apartment
– Closest landmark: Cape Medical Museum, Two Oceans Aquarium
– Price: starts at 220$ per night
– Facilities: Free Parking / Free WiFi / Swimming pool

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4. Victoria and Alfred Marina – Waterfront Apartments
Victoria & Alfred Marina - Waterfront Apartments
Victoria & Alfred Marina – Waterfront Apartments

Here in Victoria and Alfred Marina (located near Victoria and Alfred Waterfront), it looks like Venice with water channels in between.
– Why stay here? Self-catering, modern apartment, close to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
– Closest landmark: Two Oceans Aquarium, Cape Town Diamond Museum
– Price: starts at 188$ per night
– Facilities: Free Parking / Free WiFi / Swimming pool

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5. First Group Riviera Suites
Hotel First Group Riviera Suites
Hotel First Group Riviera Suites

Now to the Budget Family travel, if the prices in Victoria and Alfred Waterfront are high for you, I have a plan B. First Group Riviera Suites at the sea point is a walking distance to the waterfront. The hotel is beachfront, and it is a reasonable choice for budget travelers.
– Why stay here? budget-friendly, beachfront
– Closest landmark: Sea Point Pavilion Swimming
– Price: starts at 40$ per night
– Facilities: Cafe / Parking (20ZAR) / Free WiFi / No Swimming pool

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6. The B.I.G Backpackers
The B.I.G Backpackers
The B.I.G Backpackers

Here is my choice for a solo budget traveler. One of the Instagramable Hostels in the Green point area. Only Walking distance from Victorian and Alfred Waterfront
– Why stay here? budget-friendly, beachfront
– Closest landmark: Signal Hill Noon Gun, Cape Medical Museum
– Price: starts at 22$ per night
– Facilities: Free Parking / Free WiFi / Swimming pool

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Away from Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

You may wish to stay away from Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, well you have got the point. The southern part of Cape Town is the best choice for both relaxing and outdoor activities such as hiking and sailing.

7. Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel

If you wish to stay away from Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is the best choice. It is a luxurious 5 Stars hotel and one of the icons of Cape Town.
– Why stay here? Luxurious
– Closest landmark: South African Museum And Planetarium, South African Jewish Museum
– Price: starts at 405$ per night
– Facilities: Bar / Restaurant / Cafe / Free Public Parking / Free WiFi / Swimming pool

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8. Steenberg Hotel
Steenberg Hotel
Steenberg Hotel

Elegant Steenberg Hotel offers a unique experience of heritage, fine wine and excellent cuisine. Located in Steenberg city, 20 km from Cape Town
– Why stay here? Luxurious, Instagramable
– Closest landmark: Steenberg Wine Estate, Steenberg Golf Estate
– Price: starts at 200$ per night
– Facilities: Bar / Restaurant / Cafe / Free Parking / Free WiFi / Swimming pool

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9. The House of Braganza

The House of Braganza
The House of Braganza

Guest House near to the long beach good for relaxing and chill out. It is a budget, and family-friendly stay Also fits solo traveler.
– Why stay here? Clean, comfort, Instagramable
– Closest landmark: Long beach
– Price: starts at 55$ per night
– Facilities: Free Parking / Free WiFi / Swimming pool

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10. Horizon Cottages

Horizon Cottages
Horizon Cottages

Very close to Table mountain national park. Self-catering wooden African style cottage. Suitable for solo traveler and family traveler.
– Why stay here? Instagramable, budget friendly
– Closest landmark: Cape Point Vineyards Estate
– Price: starts at 46$ per night
– Facilities: Free Parking / Free WiFi / Swimming pool

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In the end, I hope I have helped you to find the best hotel in Cape Town with my choices. So, that was my favorite and my choice for you. If you still confused with the many hotels, you can hire me for free, and I will search on your behalf, 100% FREE. What do you think about it? I like to hear from you in the comments. Enjoy your trip to South Africa.

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