The Portswood Hotel

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The Portswood Hotel

Waterfront Convenience Steps from Cape Town Icons

The Portswood Hotel blends maritime heritage with contemporary comfort at the entrance to the V&A Waterfront. Guests enjoy easy access to the Nelson Mandela Gateway for Robben Island tours, the Two Oceans Aquarium, shopping and dining, and quick links to Table Mountain and Atlantic Seaboard beaches—returning to a calm base with a pool, wellness facilities, and warmly hosted dining at Quarter Kitchen.

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Highlights & What to Expect

Prime position at the entrance to the V&A Waterfront.
Quarter Kitchen restaurant with Cape Malay–inspired dishes.
Outdoor pool, wellness center, business center, and Wi-Fi.
101 rooms with accessible options and 24-hour room service.
Minutes to the Nelson Mandela Gateway for Robben Island tours.
Easy access to Table Mountain, Two Oceans Aquarium, and city sights.
On-site cocktail bar and convenient valet/foreign exchange services.
Ideal base for families and couples exploring Cape Town.

Location & Setting

The Portswood Hotel anchors a superb location at the V&A Waterfront’s entrance, within steps of shops, restaurants, and the Nelson Mandela Gateway for Robben Island tours. Table Mountain and central city attractions are a short ride away, while Atlantic Seaboard beaches are within easy reach. The setting offers urban convenience with the bonus of a sheltered outdoor pool and serene courtyard spaces that feel pleasantly removed from the bustle.

Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and nautical in style, with categories that include Standard Queen/Twin, Deluxe, Studio King, Captain’s Suite, and an Accessible Room. In-room amenities typically feature air-conditioning, TV (DStv), tea/coffee, and Wi-Fi, with thoughtful touches suited to leisure and business travelers.

Facilities

Facilities cover the essentials for an effortless city stay: an outdoor swimming pool, wellness center, business center, Wi-Fi connectivity, valet and foreign exchange services, cocktail bar, and the Quarter Kitchen restaurant serving à la carte menus. Concierge assistance helps with Waterfront dining, Robben Island ferry timings, and city excursions, while the hotel’s calm public areas provide a welcome pause between Cape Town adventures.