Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town

4-star business and family hotel with complimentary shuttle to V&A Waterfront

Location & Accessibility

Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town is located 600 metres from the V&A Waterfront and a 5-minute walk from the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The hotel offers a complimentary hourly shuttle service to the V&A Waterfront, running until 10 p.m., and can arrange airport transfers for guests. Nearby attractions include the Two Oceans Aquarium (2 km away) and Table Mountain (less than 6 km from the hotel).

Rooms & Accommodations

The hotel has 537 rooms with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and some include a lounge area with minibar and espresso machine. Rooms are available with mountain or waterfront views, and family-friendly policies allow two children under 18 to stay free when sharing with parents. The property also provides 24-hour room service, concierge services, and luggage storage for early arrivals.

Dining & Entertainment

Yizani Restaurant serves meals with a strong South African influence, while the Waterfront Bar and a coffee shop offer additional dining options. A buffet breakfast is included in room rates and can be taken in the room, and the bar serves wine and champagne. In-room dining is available 24 hours a day through room service.

Wellness & Recreation

The full-service spa offers treatments including back massage, facial treatments, manicures, and waxing services, with spa facilities available on-site. An outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas is open year-round, and the fitness centre provides exercise equipment. Guests can also book bike tours or walking tours from the hotel's tour desk.

Family & Business Services

The hotel caters to business travelers with meeting and banquet facilities, a business centre, and fax/photocopying services. Families benefit from babysitting services, children's welcome bags (noted in reviews), and the complimentary shuttle to major attractions. Additional services include dry cleaning, ironing, and a 24-hour front desk with currency exchange and express check-in/check-out.

• Location: 600 m from V&A Waterfront, 5 min walk to CTICC
• Rooms: 537 rooms with mountain or waterfront views
• Dining: Yizani Restaurant with South African cuisine
• Wellness: Full-service spa and outdoor swimming pool
• Family: Two children under 18 stay free, babysitting available
• Business: Meeting facilities and business centre
• Shuttle: Complimentary hourly service to V&A Waterfront