This landmark hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and offers spectacular views of the working harbour and Table Mountain. You can walk safely to restaurants, craft markets, cinemas, boat cruises to Robben Island, shops and entertainment centres in the amphitheatre. You can feel the ambience of colonial Cape Town as you step into the foyer, sense the past of shipwrecks and storms that colour every corner, then relax in the elegant contemporary bedrooms.. and savour the atmosphere of the world’s most famous working harbour. Built in 1904 as the North Quay Warehouse and converted in 1990 to a luxury hotel, it is named in honour of the Queen of England and her son. Prince Alfred visited the Cape in 1870 and officially opened the Breakwater basin, today’s Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
There are 94 spacious, air-conditioned, en-suite rooms spread over three floors. The superior luxury double rooms boast separate bath, shower and toilet, king-sized beds and are creatively styled and well-appointed. All have coffee and tea on tap, with private bar, electronic safe, pay-for-view television, wireless internet plus high speed internet access and trouser press….every room has a view over the ever-awake Alfred Basin or Piazza.
Conservation Safari Company recommends the V&A Hotel for its fantastic, central location in the waterfront and high quality accommodation - while not 5 star it is excellent value for what it offers.
Rates include bed and breakfast only.
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
1x Double Room
4 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 94
Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Gourmet, History & Culture, Leisure, Relaxation, Shopping, Wine
Akademie Street Boutique Hotel & Guest House is a luxurious home from home in Franschhoek, the heart of the South African Wine Valley. 5 individually styled suites and 3 peacefully situated cottages provide a blissful base from which to explore the landscapes, vineyards and chef’s tables of South Africa’s Culinary Capital. There are 4 pools and 3 wood burning hot tubs, as well as plenty of shady or sunny spots populated with luxurious vintage loungers. The prime location guarantees sunshine virtually from dawn to dusk.
The 3 guest cottages each has its own private plunge pool, secluded by leafy hedges and trees, perfect for a cooling midday dip. You can sunbathe in complete privacy or float for hours in your own private pool. A large main pool is solar-heated, constantly warm, whether you want to swim with the sunrise or under the stars.
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
1x Double Room
5 Star
Guest House
