Situated in the heart of Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, The Commodore Hotel offers a haven for relaxation. Unwind at the spa with a body treatment or massage, indulge in poolside dining at The Clipper Restaurant, and soak up the sun by the outdoor pool. With free WiFi and helpful staff on hand to assist you during your stay.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Airport transfer
Connecting rooms available
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Sauna
Steam room
Self parking
Pool bar
24-hour room service
Coffee shop/cafe
For families (6)
Children stay free
Babysitting (surcharge)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
$162 nightly
The total price is $186
$186 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Total includes taxes and fees
Why we love this property
Rejuvenating spa retreat
The full-service spa offers daily aromatherapy and body treatments. Couples' massages, a sauna, hot tub, and garden provide perfect relaxation spots.
Tasteful dining options
Discover garden and pool views at the restaurant. Savor buffet breakfast, sip drinks at the bar, or relax with a treat at the cafe.
Sweet dreams guaranteed
Hypo-allergenic bedding and customized pillow menu guarantee peaceful rest. 24-hour room service and turndown service enhance the stay.
Portswood Road, Portswood Square, V and A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8002
What's nearby
Two Oceans Aquarium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cape Town Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Long Street - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 18 min drive
Cape Town Station - 3 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station - 28 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Starbucks - 5 min walk
Ocean Basket - 5 min walk
Cooked - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 5 min walk
Ferrymans Tavern - 4 min walk
About this property
The Commodore Hotel
The Commodore Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Cape Town Stadium and Long Street. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at The Clipper Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar, a fitness center, and a sauna are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, French, German
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
234 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Babysitting*
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free secured, covered onsite valet parking
Secured covered onsite self parking (ZAR 75 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Childcare in room (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Use of nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
2 meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Piano
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchairs available on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
35-inch plasma TV
Premium satellite channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
The Clipper Restaurant - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Admiralty Bar/Lounge - Overlooking the pool and garden, this lobby lounge serves light fare only. Open daily.
Terrace - This café is located by the pool. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 220 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Parking
Covered self parking costs ZAR 75 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Also known as
Commodore Cape Town
Commodore Hotel Cape Town
The Commodore Hotel Hotel
The Commodore Hotel Cape Town
The Commodore Hotel Hotel Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
Does The Commodore Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Commodore Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Commodore Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Commodore Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Commodore Hotel?
Yes, there's free valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Commodore Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Commodore Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Commodore Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Commodore Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a steam room. The Commodore Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Commodore Hotel?
Yes, The Clipper Restaurant offers garden views and poolside dining.
What's the area around The Commodore Hotel like?
The Commodore Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Cape Town Stadium and 8 minutes' walk from Two Oceans Aquarium. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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The Commodore Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Location
Room
Waterfront
Breakfast
Restaurant
Food
View
Walking
Room service
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with excellent variety of fresh and tasty offerings, including made-to-order eggs and fresh fruit. (27 reviews)
The pool was clean and suitable for kids to play. (3 reviews)
The property offers great dining options with a fantastic breakfast buffet and friendly, helpful staff. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
It felt nice to wind down after a 37 days Safari in 5 other countries.
Good location close the harbour, good breakfast. And at the harbor they had som very good seafood restaurants - specifically the Harbor House :-)
Johann
Johann, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Wonderful location and great staff. Especially Ricardo did extra effort to make sure we get a great experience. The hotel is close to the waterfront which is a main advantage. While the rooms could be slightly enhanced. Also, why ask about the arrival time if none of the rooms will be ready at that time?!
Rami
Rami, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
Property was immaculate and staff were very friendly and helpful.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 9, 2025
Hotel is deteriorating. They gave us a room without any view.
Stefanus
Stefanus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Great location
Great location and hotel
Martin
Martin, 6-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 10, 2025
Great location close to the VA restaurants and attractions.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2025
Really liked the proximity to V&A waterfront.
Kalpesh
Kalpesh, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
Our 6th time here and very convenient for walking into the Waterfront or a longer but scenic walk to Sea Point
Jan
Jan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 12, 2025
Staff were great, very good breakfast, room clean but bed to hard for poor old me.
Brian
Brian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
The Commodore was a great hotel with easy access to the V&A Waterfront. Amazing location. Great staff. Nice pool area. Our room was a suite - light and airy with a nice balcony and view towards Table Mountain.
Daniel
Daniel, 7-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 12, 2025
Basic but good location
Good location, basic rooms in need of upgrading - awful aircon system from the 1950s it would seem - very noisy!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 31, 2025
I will stay was very good. The amenities are excellent, but the hotel is showing its age.
arthur
arthur, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Great short stay
Very good staff, lovely location
Adrian
Adrian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2025
Great location, only a 10 minute walk to the V&A area where all the bars/restaurants/shops are located.
Amazing breakfast which an amazing choice of options. Fantastic selection of fresh fruit in particular. Staff were very friendly and helpful at all times. Room was spacious and clean.
Denise
Denise, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Great hotel - rooms are spacious, dining is excellent. The staff are friendly and helpful. Hotel is located close to V&A waterfront area. Happy to recommend it and would definitely stay there again
Terry
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Pre cruise stay
Great location a short walk to the V&A waterfront. Nice room on Executive floor 6. Friendly staff in the pleasant bar.
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 3, 2025
Great location & easy walking to the V&A waterfront. Staff very friendly & helpful. Concierge very good. Rooms are spacious and bed & pillows very comfortable. Would stay again!
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
Hotel is conveniently situated by the Waterfront. Very safe neighborhood. The breakfast is a hit, we didn’t need to find a different place for breakfast. Excellent service and friendly staff at bar and kitchen
Aladji
Aladji, 11-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 3, 2025
Good option.
Commodore an excellent choice for waterfront, charming staff. Hotel itself is a little tired or outdated, but not an issue.
Lorna
Lorna, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
Loved Africa
2 couples from Minnesota
Arrived after dark from flight in Nelspruit, was greeted so nice ! Rooms were spacious and clean, great sheet😂
Had evening dinner rite next door, where we returned for the included full breakfast ( excellent!) with room purchase
Would tell any of our family and friends 100% recommend!
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 7, 2025
Only stayed for two nights.
The Waterfront area has become very busy and noisy
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
We had a shaky start to our vacation due to missing luggage, a very late check-in, and the rooms we booked not being available. However, Ricardo and Alan went above and beyond to make sure our luggage was picked up and we had great rooms! Love them! Would definitely stay here again!
Cathy
Cathy, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 8, 2025
We picked this hotel due to location to the Waterfront - it was a good choice just 5 mins walk from the Waterfront. Hotel breakfast was good - staff professional. Rooms a bit tired and could do with a refurb.
Darren
Darren, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
Excellent in every way
Amazing room, service, friendliness, and very helpful!!! Highly recommend this hotel. It was a great area to walk shop and dine. Best hotel we have stayed in.
Laurie
Laurie, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 3, 2025
Average hotel , good location, staff not very helpful