V&A WATERFRONT / CAPE TOWN
The Portswood Hotel
V&A Waterfront · Cape Town
A compact Waterfront stay with nautical-inspired rooms, an accessible room category, pool and Cape Malay dining.
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The stay
A smaller Waterfront hotel with a sense of place
The Portswood combines easy V&A Waterfront access with a more compact hotel footprint and a heritage story built around the historic well and prison-cell remains incorporated into the property.
A practical alternative to the bigger Waterfront hotels
Choose it when you want to walk into the Waterfront easily but prefer a smaller hotel with a straightforward room mix and relaxed atmosphere.
Rooms & Suites
Standard Twin Room
Max 2 adults
Standard Queen Room
Max 2 adults
Deluxe Queen Room
Max 2 adults
Studio King
Max 2 adults
Captain's Suite
Max 2 adults
Accessible Twin Room
Max 2 adults
Safari & Experiences
Pool and wellness facilities
Guests have access to the hotel swimming pool and wellness facilities.
Good to know
Power & connectivity
- Mains powered
- In-room power available
Wi-Fi connectivity is available throughout the hotel.
Getting there
- Nearest airport: Cape Town International Airport
The hotel is at the entrance to the V&A Waterfront, close to harbour attractions and restaurants.
Accessibility
The current room inventory includes an Accessible Twin Room.
Add the road leg
Private transfers, arranged with the stay.
Spurwing can arrange private road transfers from the nearest practical airport, city or previous stop, or connect the stay into a wider Cape itinerary where the routing is practical.
Tell us where you are coming from and where you are going next. We confirm the practical route, vehicle and timing before anything is booked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Portswood Hotel?
It is at the entrance to the V&A Waterfront on Portswood Road.
Does The Portswood have an accessible room?
Yes. An Accessible Twin Room is part of the current room inventory.
What is the largest room category?
The Captain's Suite is the largest listed category at 55 m².