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The Commodore Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel connected to a shopping centre in Cape Town with free valet parking

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Lobby
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
35-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, pay films

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Gym
The current price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Studio Suite (JSUK)

Junior Studio Suite (JSUK)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Double Room

Family Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room (LUXT)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Twin Room (Accessible ACCT)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Twin Room (FAMT)

Family Twin Room (FAMT)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Queen Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Twin Room (Famt)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Accessible Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
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 Station - 3 min drive
  • Woodstock Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 18 min drive

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

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Cape Town Stadium
Close to Cape Town Cruise Terminal and Cape Town International Convention Centre, The Commodore Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, The Clipper Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and pool views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free valet parking, plus self-parking (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A lift, wedding services and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 234 rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes. Guest reviews highly rate the overall comfort rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 35-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
  • Childcare services, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Secured, covered parking on site (ZAR 75 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 220 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Admiralty Bar/Lounge
  • Terrace
  • The Clipper Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch plasma TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 220 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: ZAR 75 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Commodore Hotel?

As of 13 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Commodore Hotel on 23 July 2025 start from AU$248.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Commodore Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Commodore Hotel?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Commodore Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Commodore Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does The Commodore Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Commodore Hotel located?

This family-friendly Cape Town hotel is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of The Cape Wheel and Cape Town Stadium. Two Oceans Aquarium and The Watershed are also within 10 minutes.

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The Commodore Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 879 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 879 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 879 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 879 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 879 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dhiren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Excellent breakfast. Rooms are a bit old but clean and well kept. Great place to stay in Cape Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with easy access to shops, restaurants and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, friendly staff, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel but a little bit expensive
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greta hotel and surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Elise

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in great location. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
👌
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was immaculate and staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location and hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Great location close to the VA restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kalpesh

Liked: Amenities
Really liked the proximity to V&A waterfront.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 6th time here and very convenient for walking into the Waterfront or a longer but scenic walk to Sea Point
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, very good breakfast, room clean but bed to hard for poor old me.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Basic but good location

Good location, basic rooms in need of upgrading - awful aircon system from the 1950s it would seem - very noisy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great short stay

Very good staff, lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

arthur

Liked: Amenities
I will stay was very good. The amenities are excellent, but the hotel is showing its age.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aladji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good option.

Commodore an excellent choice for waterfront, charming staff. Hotel itself is a little tired or outdated, but not an issue.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for two nights. The Waterfront area has become very busy and noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025