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The Commodore Hotel

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A stone building with arched windows and a potted plant. - The Commodore Hotel (Cape Town)
A courtyard with stone walls, green plants, and outdoor seating. - The Commodore Hotel (Cape Town)
A lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper floor. - The Commodore Hotel (Cape Town)
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a central dining area with wooden tables and chairs. - The Commodore Hotel (Cape Town)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a coffee maker, and a view of a cityscape. - The Commodore Hotel (Cape Town)
Located close to Cape Town Stadium 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.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair. There are two framed pictures on the wall, a window with curtains, and a patterned carpet.

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair. There are wall-mounted lamps, a mirror, and framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a balcony with curtains and a view of the city.

Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Family Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and a view of the hallway.

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

Double Room, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall, a lamp, and a tray with a coffee pot and cups.

Executive Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large mirror.

Family Twin Room (FAMT)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room (Accessible ACCT)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room (LUXT)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a balcony with curtains and a view of the city.

Junior Studio Suite (JSUK)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The Commodore Hotel is in Victoria and Alfred Waterfront neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Clifton Bay Beach and Camps Bay Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Two Oceans Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at Cape Town Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
Map
Portswood Road, Portswood Square, V and A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8002

What's nearby

  • An aquarium with various fish and sea plants.
    Two Oceans Aquarium
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A stadium surrounded by residential buildings and a coastal area.
    Cape Town Stadium
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Watershed
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Gateway
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station
    5 min drive
  • Cape Town Station
    7 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nobu - The One&Only Cape Town
    7 min walk
  • Ocean Basket
    5 min walk
  • McDonald's
    5 min walk
  • Harbour House
    5 min walk
  • Ferrymans Tavern
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free covered, secured valet parking on site
  • Covered, secured self 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 (surcharge)
  • 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 center
  • Conference center (1,292 square feet of space)

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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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 satellite premium channels
  • Pay movies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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 transportation to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Commodore Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Commodore Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 10-minute walk of The Watershed and Cape Town Stadium. Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Commodore Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 353 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and Helpfull staff. Good selection at Breakfast and excellent service at dinner. Comfortable bed and great view from the balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Commodore is a very nice hotel, very close (just a few minutes walk) from the attractions, shops and restaurants of the V&A Waterfront. It is well maintained, exceptionally clean, has great furnishings and tasteful modern decor. The restaurant and food are very good and the staff very polite, friendly, helpful and accommodating. It is not far from the City Centre and is an excellent base from which to explore Table Mountain and the rest of the scenic Cape Peninsula. It has a distinct upmarket ambiance. I have stayed here twice in the last 5 years. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly & helpful staff. Large room, comfortable bed with quality linen. Great buffet breakfast, good coffee. Welcoming lounge & bar.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Friendly staff,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are great and so is the location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast, good location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a good hotel that we have used before, mainly because of its location in easy walking distance from the V&A Waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and hotel in general. All staff were wonderful and helpful. The breakfast was very rich and had no more to wish. I wouldn't hesitatate to stay here next time we go to Cape town.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food in the hotel was excellent. Breakfast was so fresh and a fantastic selection to choose from including a freshly made omelette of your choice cooked in front of you. Dinner was also very good. Our room was excellent and staff were wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to waterfront and plenty of shopping and dining options
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location and view was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, lovely hotel with wonderful staff. Gym pretty small but serves the purpose. Overall very hotel with amazing staff and close to V&A
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay with an amazing proximity to activities. Amazing sights from balcony and great staff 24/7
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good bar
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a one night stay at the commodore. Lovely, welcoming and friendly staff. Nice room but the air con was very noisy and had to turn it off because of this overnight. Otherwise, I couldn’t fault this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was great. Staff were super friendly and food at the restaurant was great. It’s a good place to stay if you are visiting the city first time. You can get to most places from here and area is incredibly safe.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location just outside main Waterfront area. Classy nautical theme decor however parts of the hotel do show its age. Great value for money and super friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, good facilities and lovely ool
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location - 5 mins from v&a waterfront. Hop on hop off bus stop 5 mins away too. Lovely staff. Very nice breakfast and had 1 evening meal which was lovely. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was perfect in every way. Great room, great location and great food. The pool and gym were a needed bonus.
Table mountain from my balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fabulous stay at the Commodore. Close to the waterfront. Amazing breakfast and wonderful staff. Just a shame the air conditioning was so noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful, location is great for the waterfront
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly & Professional Service.Room cleaned promptly on request .Excellent Breakfast and service .The restaurant was also a good venue for an Evening Meal
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2026