Standard King Room
- 1 King-size bed,2 Double beds
Hotel · Cape Town · Western Cape
Southern Sun Cape Sun
A 4-star hotel on Strand Street in Cape Town, within a 5-minute walk of The African Portrait Art Gallery.
- Central location near shops, restaurants, and the Green Market Square
- Indoor swimming pool and fitness centre on site
- Complimentary shuttle to the V&A Waterfront (as noted by guests)
8.3
Great
2904 reviews
Booking.com 8.3 · 2904 reviews
About
Southern Sun Cape Sun
Southern Sun Cape Sun places you on Strand Street in the heart of Cape Town, within a short stroll of the African Portrait Art Gallery. The hotel offers a 24-hour reception, a business centre, and meeting facilities, plus a restaurant, bar, and coffee shop for everyday convenience.
Guest rooms come with air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs. The hotel also has an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a range of services including valet parking and a paid airport shuttle. With nearly 2,900 guest reviews, the property scores 8.3 out of 10 overall.
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Service consistently praised — Guests repeatedly mention the friendly, attentive staff and particularly helpful concierges.
- Central location — The hotel sits on Strand Street, within easy reach of shops, restaurants, Green Market Square, and other attractions.
- Extra services — Complimentary shuttle to the V&A Waterfront, and a heated pool, make exploring and downtime easy.
- Good value for the class — Value rated 8.4, and the price starts at £179 per night.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Facilities score slightly lower — While rooms and service rate well, the facilities category (7.8) suggests some guests find the communal areas or amenities not quite up to the same standard.
- Possible noise from central location — Being in the city centre on a main street may mean some street noise, though not specifically called out in reviews.
- Shower design could be better — One guest found the shower in the family room 'badly designed', which might be a consideration for some.
- No pets allowed — If you're travelling with a pet, you'll need to look elsewhere.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
King Suite
- 1 King-size bed
Elegant King Room
- 1 King-size bed
Presidential Suite
- 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Executive King Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Penthouse Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Bathtub
Presidential King Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Bathtub
Family Room
- 2 Double beds
- Mountain view
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Suite
- 1 King-size bed,1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Mountain view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Pool & Fitness
- Indoor swimming pool
- Plunge pool
- Fitness centre
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge area
- Snack bar
- Coffee shop
- Special diet menus
- Packed lunches
- In-room breakfast
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Business centre
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Valet parking
- Paid airport shuttle
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Sitting area
Safety & Security
- 24-hour security
- Safe deposit box
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- No smoking on site
Family
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 2,904 reviews
Booking.com · 8.3 · 2904 reviews
8.3Verified guest“We had a pleasant stay. The location was fantastic, close to shops and restaurants. The complimentary shuttle to the waterfront was a real bonus and made outings easy. Breakfast was good with a lovely view and excellent service. The staff were friendly and eager to help, especially the concierges.”
8.3Verified guest“A modern hotel in a very central Cape Town location. Our room on the upper floors was neat, and we appreciated the wake-up service.”
8.3Verified guest“Everything was great, and the weather was good too. My standard king room had a work desk, multi-channel TV, and ironing facilities. Everyone was lovely and breakfast was delicious. The stay was absolutely fabulous.”
8.3Verified guest“The staff were so kind and helpful. One concierge, Simbonge, was a real star! We all enjoyed our breakfast and dinner together.”
8.3Verified guest“Large rooms with great, clean facilities. The staff were particularly helpful and the setting was good. Liked the tourist area.”
8.3Verified guest“Everything was perfect: clean hotel, great location near the local flea market. Awesome breakfasts with an omelette station and breads and pastries. Superb service, modern family room with a kettle, though the shower was badly designed. Heated pool, parking nearby, and late check-out. Very close to Green Market Square, many restaurants, and business and tourist spots. Nearby Tiger's Milk is a great place to relax.”
04 — Location
Getting around Cape Town
The property sits in Cape Town.
Around Strand Street: The hotel is a short walk from The African Portrait Art Gallery, and guests highlight the easy access to Green Market Square, the local flea market, and a wide choice of restaurants and shops.
Getting around: A complimentary shuttle to the V&A Waterfront is offered, and many attractions are within walking distance. Paid airport shuttle is available.
Strand Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 283 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, parking is available on site, and valet parking is also offered.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at Southern Sun Cape Sun.
Does the hotel provide airport transportation?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.
What dining options are on site?
The hotel has a restaurant, a bar/lounge area, and a snack bar. Room service and in-room breakfast are also available.
Are there facilities for guests with disabilities?
Yes, the hotel has rooms and facilities for disabled guests, wheelchair access, and a toilet for disabled guests.
The bottom line
Southern Sun Cape Sun is a dependable central base with strong service and a good range of facilities. The occasional quirk, like the shower design, is a minor trade-off for what is otherwise a well-rated city hotel.
8.3Overall guest rating 8.3 from 2,904 reviews
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