The Portswood Hotel | Cape Town
Experience Cape Town’s rich history
Experience a piece of Cape Town’s rich history when you stay at The Portswood Hotel.
Located at the entrance to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the lobby and restaurant are built around a 300 year old well and the cells which held prisoners on their way to Robben Island.
Enjoy a taste of Cape Malay food at our recently refurbished Quarter Kitchen restaurant and then head out to enjoy all that the Cape has to offer.
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Enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay in our Standard Twin Room, a modern 21m² space featuring stylish nautical-inspired décor and all the essentials for a convenient stay. Designed with comfort in mind, the room offers two three-quarter beds and a contemporary en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Perfect for both business and leisure travellers, the room is equipped with a minibar fridge, dedicated work desk, electronic safe, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. Guests can also enjoy tea and coffee-making facilities, providing added comfort throughout their stay.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, LCD DVD/TV
Enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay in our Standard Queen Room, a modern 21m² space featuring stylish nautical-inspired décor and all the essentials for a convenient stay. Designed with comfort in mind, the room offers one queen bed and a contemporary en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Perfect for both business and leisure travellers, the room is equipped with a minibar fridge, dedicated work desk, electronic safe, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. Guests can also enjoy tea and coffee-making facilities, providing added comfort throughout their stay.
Experience the charm of our Deluxe Queen Room, a distinctive 25m² retreat where modern comfort meets elegant nautical-inspired design. Thoughtfully appointed for relaxation and convenience, this spacious room features a Queen standard-length bed, a separate seating area, and a stylish open-plan en-suite bathroom with a luxurious freestanding bath. For added privacy, the toilet and shower are enclosed separately.
Whether travelling for business or leisure, guests can enjoy a range of premium amenities, including a minibar fridge (stocked on request), dedicated work desk, electronic safe, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. The room also offers tea and coffee-making facilities, including a Nespresso® machine, ensuring a refreshing start to your day.
Combining unique character, contemporary style, and exceptional comfort, the Deluxe Queen Room provides the perfect space to unwind and make yourself at home.
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With all the luxuries
Relax in our spacious 35m² Studio King Room, featuring modern nautical-inspired décor, a King standard-length bed, and a separate seating area. The stylish en-suite bathroom offers a luxury bath and separate shower for added comfort.
Enjoy premium amenities including a minibar fridge, large flat-screen Smart TV, work desk, electronic safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee facilities with a Nespresso machine—perfect for both business and leisure traveller.
Experience the ultimate in comfort and luxury in our Captain's Suite, the hotel's largest and most exclusive accommodation. Spanning 55m², this beautifully designed suite features a King bed, separate lounge and dining areas, and a spacious en-suite bathroom with a walk-in closet, double vanity, and separate bath and shower.
Thoughtful touches include Egyptian cotton linen, a stocked minibar, two large Smart TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, a work desk, electronic safe, and tea and coffee facilities with a Nespresso machine. For families or groups, an interleading Standard Room is available and may be booked separately, subject to availability.
A truly exceptional space for guests seeking added comfort, privacy, and indulgence.
Property Facilities
Bar, Business Centre, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Safe, Tea / Coffee, Television, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service (Available), Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Fine Dining
Activities Nearby
Adrenaline Activities, Beach, Boat Cruises, Cultural Tours, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Historical Tours, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Shark Cage Diving, Surfing, Windsurfing, Wine Tasting
Relax in the comfort of our sun loungers and unwind in the tranquil atmosphere of the pool area. Enjoy a light lunch as you soak up the sun or sip on a delicious cocktail and absorb the beauty of the Capetonian sunsets.
3 computers are available in the business centre.
Our equipment and services ensure that every conference or function held is run smoothly and successfully, satisfying even the most fastidious convention planner.
A relaxed, elegant restaurant offering an à la carte breakfast and comprehensive à la carte lunch and dinner menu specialising in Malaysian/Cape Malay Cuisine.
Seating capacity: 70 guests
Breakfast : Monday to Sunday - 06h00-10h00
Lunch : Monday to Sunday - 12h00-14h00
Dinner : Monday to Sunday - 18h30-22h00
A terrace menu is also available from 10h00-20h00 daily
A cocktail bar right by the pool, with a relaxing atmosphere.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
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4 Stars
Hotel
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 101
Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Cycling, Golf, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Watersports, Wine
Africa on Foot Camp | Klaserie Private Game Reserve
Africa on Foot offers professional Big Five walking safaris in the Kruger's Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. The focus is on an authentic safari experience where guests enjoy a combination of walking safaris in the mornings and game drives in the afternoons.
There are only 5 chalets, which means guests will enjoy an intimate, personalised safari experience. The more adventurous guests have the opportunity of sleeping under the stars in a treehouse structure at an extra cost. There are two family chalets available, each sleeping 4 people.
Evenings are spent around the campfire and there is often a traditional braai (barbecue) dining experience. The atmosphere at camp is relaxed and guests are made to feel like they are part of the Africa on Foot family. Two swimming pools adorn the property - one is located inside the camp, which is ideal for families. The other swimming pool is adjacent to the treehouse, a few steps outside of the entrance to camp.
The Klaserie shares unfenced borders with the Kruger, which means wildlife roams freely throughout the reserves.
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Two of the 5 chalets are subdivided into two rooms and come standard with an en suite bathroom, mosquito nets, a clothing rack, bedside tables, solar powered lamps, and bathroom toiletries.
Maroela is a family chalet and has a queen size double bed, twin beds and an en suite bathroom. The chalet has two subdivided rooms, with a dividing wall and suitable for parents with children, or four people travelling together.
Hardekool is a family chalet and has a queen size double bed, twin beds and an en suite bathroom. The chalet has two subdivided rooms, with a dividing wall and suitable for parents with children, or four people travelling together.
Two of the 5 chalets are subdivided into two rooms and come standard with an en suite bathroom, mosquito nets, a clothing rack, bedside tables, solar powered lamps, and bathroom toiletries.
Maroela is a family chalet and has a queen size double bed, twin beds and an en suite bathroom. The chalet has two subdivided rooms, with a dividing wall and suitable for parents with children, or four people travelling together.
Hardekool is a family chalet and has a queen size double bed, twin beds and an en suite bathroom. The chalet has two subdivided rooms, with a dividing wall and suitable for parents with children, or four people travelling together.
All 5 chalets are of the same standard with en suite bathrooms, mosquito nets, a clothing rack, bedside tables, solar powered lamps, and bathroom toiletries. Three chalets are designed to sleep two people each, and are named as follows:
Ghwarrie: One double bed, en suite toilet and adjoining outside shower. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
Rooibos has one double bed and an en suite bathroom with shower indoors. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
Tjankbos has twin beds (can be converted to double), en suite toilet and outside shower. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
All 5 chalets are of the same standard with en suite bathrooms, mosquito nets, a clothing rack, bedside tables, solar powered lamps, and bathroom toiletries. Three chalets are designed to sleep two people each, and are named as follows:
Ghwarrie: One double bed, en suite toilet and adjoining outside shower. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
Rooibos has one double bed and an en suite bathroom with shower indoors. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
Tjankbos has twin beds (can be converted to double), en suite toilet and outside shower. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
All 5 chalets are of the same standard with en suite bathrooms, mosquito nets, a clothing rack, bedside tables, solar powered lamps, and bathroom toiletries. Three chalets are designed to sleep two people each, and are named as follows:
Ghwarrie: One double bed, en suite toilet and adjoining outside shower. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
Rooibos has one double bed and an en suite bathroom with shower indoors. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
Tjankbos has twin beds (can be converted to double), en suite toilet and outside shower. It sleeps a maximum of two guests.
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Pool, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Safe, Shower
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing
Africa on Foot offers professional Big 5 walking safaris led by highly-qualified and trained field guides.
Walking safaris are done in the morning and take roughly 3 hours. The walks are not strenuous and take place on flat ground. Guests will learn how to track wildlife, read the signs of the bush and learn about the various plant species.
Walks depart at roughly 06h00 and it is always weather dependent. If it proves too risky then rangers will simply take guests out on a game drive instead.
There is nothing better than crouching down behind the shrubbery watching rhino and elephant enjoying their natural habitat.
Game drives are conducted every afternoon at Africa on Foot. All game drives take place in open 4 x 4 vehicles, which allows for 360 degree panoramic views, perfect for wonderful photographic and video opportunities.
The afternoon game drives generally leave at 16h00 (times vary according to seasons) and stop for sundowners at sunset before continuing into the night for a bit of nocturnal wildlife viewing and, finally, back to camp.
On the outskirts of camp we have a treehouse which is available upon request. You pay extra to stay in the treehouse, but it's well-worth the adventurous experience.
It sleeps a maximum of two guests. Guests can request a romantic dinner setup for two in the treehouse if they are spending the night there.
We have constructed a Bush Bar in the middle of a clearing, complete with a small boma area. The Bush Bar is often used for special events, celebratory sundowners and marked occasions. From gin tastings to Christmas canapés and proposals, the Bush Bar is the perfect place for proper bushveld sundowner session.
The team at Africa on Foot can tailor-make a special occasion for guests, provided it's pre-arranged. The Honeymoon Sundowner Experience is R500 for couples, but complimentary for honeymooners.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 5
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
