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Dockside Apartments

Suburban apartment with a fitness center and an indoor pool

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Overview
Prices
Location
Amenities
Policies

Popular amenities

Parking available
Gym
Pool
Laundry
Kitchen
Outdoor Space

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31 Mechau Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001

Long Street
‪5 min walk‬
Cape Town International Convention Centre
‪6 min walk‬
Cape Town Cruise Terminal
‪11 min walk‬
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom (501 Dockside,Self catering & servicig)

699 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (503 Dockside,Self catering & servicig)

1152 sq ft
2 bedrooms
City view
Sleeps 8
1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Cape Town City Centre, Dockside Apartments is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. This 4-star apartment building welcomes guests with 4 rooms and conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

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What's nearby

Long Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Two Oceans Aquarium - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Cape Town Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

Woodstock Station - 4 min drive
Cape Town Station - 12 min walk
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Col'Cacchio - ‬7 min walk
‪Mødular. - ‬4 min walk
‪Ala Turca - ‬3 min walk
‪The Firemans Arms - ‬1 min walk
‪KAUAI Portside - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dockside Apartments

Suburban apartment with a fitness center and an indoor pool

Guests of Dockside Apartments have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for EUR 5 per night. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a hair salon.

Each apartment features a kitchen and a balcony. There's space to spread out with a separate bedroom, a dining area, and a sitting area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels. Other standard amenities include an electric kettle, a portable fan, and an ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the apartment include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Greek

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$72 nightly

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Access to nearby outdoor pool
Indoor pool

Internet

Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Self parking on site (EUR 5 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Living spaces

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Window screens

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Terrace

Laundry

Laundry facilities

Work spaces

Laptop workspace

Comfort

Portable fan

Pets

Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

ATM
Electrical adapters
Grocery/convenience store
Hair salon
Iron/ironing board
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Safe at front desk

Location highlights

In a historical district
In an entertainment district
In the suburbs
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a metro station
Near a train station
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the airport
Near the bay
Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

Gym
Casino nearby
Health club (partner property) nearby
Indoor pool (guest access) nearby
Outdoor pool (guest access) nearby
Theme park nearby
Whale watching nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

4 units
Built in 2007

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 3:00 AM

Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Centurion All Suite Hotel, Main and Frere Road Sea Point]

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance

If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Centurion All Suite Hotel, Main and Frere Road Sea Point]

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Breakage deposit: EUR 255 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Self parking fee: EUR 5 per night (in/out privileges)
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 3:00 AM
Heating fee: EUR 5 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

Check-in: 4 PM—-3:00 AM
Check-out: 10 AM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The apartment can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Dockside Apartments?

This apartment is situated in Cape Town City Centre, just steps from Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, and within a 10-minute walk of Long Street and Bree Street. You'll also find Cape Town Cruise Terminal and Cape Town Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this apartment?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 5 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Dockside Apartments feature a casino at the property?

No, Dockside Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dockside Apartments?

Yes, this apartment has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

Is Dockside Apartments a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this apartment will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as an indoor pool and a terrace.

Does Dockside Apartments have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does Dockside Apartments have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Dockside Apartments doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Dockside Apartments allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dockside Apartments though service animals are welcome.

How close is the airport from Dockside Apartments?

The closest major airport to Dockside Apartments is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 12.3 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Dockside Apartments?

Yes, every apartment at Dockside Apartments comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.

Dockside Apartments Reviews

5.0

5.6/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Jun 26, 2019

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Mbuyi

May 6, 2019

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not too bad

The apartment is beautiful but the couches are old and dirty they need to be changed as in 3years ago. Bedding also old please get warm duvets. Cleaning lady not friendly at all, doesn’t greet she needs classes for that, otherwise the apartments are in a nice area except it’s very noisy around there bcse they are not sound proof u can hear everything happening outside and in the pub next to it.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

Nhac

Feb 20, 2019

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

AWEFUL STAY EVER!

I booked last minute and didn’t receive his email that I need to pick up key in different place. I told him that I dont have cash in South Africa due to safety reason and he yelled over the phone that “I am general manager of the company and you ask me leave my office to deliver the key at apartment. No I wont give you the key and booking is non refundable, you wont get money back.” as he uses to yell to his customers during check in time! He does business in hospitality industry but he has no idea what to do and “I don’t care” or, “you are killing me” when I request key at apartment. I had to contact to hotels.com and he only came after they talk to him. The facilities of apartment is tired: cabpet is old and sofas are broken. “This internet is only for check mail. If you watch YouTube, film, download / upload, I will charge you. These sofabed can not convert to be a bed as it is broken, if you try to conver it, I will charge you... the building has car parking for this apartment, If you park you have to pay 50R per day to ME”. Well all is he wants to save the cost and collect extra money from customers as much as he can. Bye bye Greece Dad never see you again! I strongly NOT RECOMMEND this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jan 30, 2019

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Jul 15, 2016

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rude disrespectful staff

Not enough bedding. Rude staff. Accommodation dirty.

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne

Dec 5, 2015

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The service was ok but condition of the hotel was not good.

2/10 Terrible

Simon

Sep 3, 2015

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dockside prison

On check in a few miles from location the check in was over an hour long. Driving to the hotel to then have a shower the running water was like sewerage, dirty and brown, could not use shower or clean teeth in the basin water disgusting. Bed linen not adequate, dirty, dirty towels, Lounge chair sofa beds x2, one sheet and one blanket for two children on one sofa bed, and for the second sofa bed only one sheet only for my third child, very cold, pillows old and damp and mouldy. MY WIFE AND I HAD TO PURCHASE SHEETS, PILLOWS AND BLANKETS the next morning from Sheet Street, were also had to complain and were moved into a next room the next day, whilst again waiting for 2 hours.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Jan 10, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very we'll located at a good price.

The apartment was used by somebody who smokes and we did not like. Also no AC.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Dec 3, 2013

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad at all!

We were very comfortable! Everything we needed was there. The only complaint, the nose level of being in the CBD.

8/10 Good

Dom, P.E

Apr 24, 2013

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great location

We came for personal reasons and stayed for one night. We were satisfied with the condition of the apartment and it was a safe convenient location.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nov 28, 2012

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

poor communication BUT OTHERWISE good stay

PROS: pictures as displayed on Hotels.com are exactly what you get - no hidden surprises. the apartment was extremely spacious including well sized bathrooms. amazing views of the city as Table Mountain. CONS: poor communication with the aparment manager which included an unecessary long check-in process which was intimidating and not very professional.

8/10 Good

Dean S

Oct 24, 2012

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Convenient Location

Convenient location, pleasant accommodation. Negative was cumbersome and inconvenient check in process. No on site assistance and had to travel to owner for access keys.

4/10 Poor

Tom, London, UK

Feb 9, 2012

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dockside - Convenient and cheap but not optimal

When I arrived there was no concierge or check-in counter, only building security, as this is a large residential apartment complex with only a few rental units. The manager of the units comprising Dockside Apartments is offsite and no instructions on where to meet to check in were provided in advance. It took an hour for me to get access to the unit. The units are large, but the beds are not comfortable and the pillows are very hard. There is only a single sheet on the bed, together with a worn duvet (no slip cover, and cleanliness was questionable). The unit had a functioning refrigerator but no dishwasher or washing machine in the space provided. There is no air conditioning and traffic noise is loud with the windows open. The bathroom was sparse, with mixed colour towels that were rough to the touch. Only a single bar of soap was provided, so guests should be advised to bring their own shampoo, conditioner and any other amenities. In terms of restaurants in close proximity, there is a bar next door which did not look like somewhere I would want to frequent but a reasonable pizza place a 5 minute walk away. Dockside Apartments is only a 20 minute walk from the V&A Waterfront which has a large selection of restaurants. Getting a taxi from this location is difficult, and the easiest alternative is to take a 7-10 minute walk to one of the nearby hotels. In conclusion, you get what you pay for with Dockside Apartments. Anticipate having to check in offsite or go through considerable hassle on arrival, and come prepared with any amenities.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Nov 2, 2011

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Docside Appartments is very well located, quiet and smart.

4/10 Poor

Mark, Washington, DC

Apr 21, 2011

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Nice apartment, challenging check-in

While the apartment was as-described on the website, the check-in process was not described on Expedia and was quite complicated. As no instructions for arrival were included on Expedia or in the confirmation emails that were sent before arrival, we planned to head directly to the hotel from the airport. Fortunately, we decided to rent a car rather than take the airport shuttle to the city center, as when we called to ask about parking, we were informed that we had to retrieve the keys and complete the check-in process at another location approximately three miles from the hotel. The property manager claimed he had emailed instructions the day before, but they were never received. In any case, this information would have been important to know well in advance to make appropriate arrangements. After we managed to get directions over the phone to meet the property manager, the check-in process took over an hour. The apartment itself was in fine condition, though only two shabby towels and one set of well-worn (and somewhat stained) linens were provided for our stay. The apartment was furnished with minimal cookware and enough mismatched dishes for two people to have one meal. The location was good, squeezed between the CBD, De Waterkant and the V&A Waterfront. Unfortunately, our stay was soured on arrival. I would not recommend this accommodation in the future.

4/10 Poor

Sonja, Seefeld

Jan 20, 2016

Disliked: Staff & service

Zentralnah aber enttäuschend

Das Dockside Apparment liegt sehr zentral und sowohl Waterfront als auch Longstreet sind gut zu Fuss zu erreichen. An Erholung war jedoch nicht zu denken, es ist einfach nur laut, und dass nicht von der angrenzenden Hauptstraße, sondern im Haus. Lüften geht gar nicht, weil sonst ist es noch lauter. Weder die Terassentüren noch die Fenster im Schlafzimmer sind 100%ig dicht, so dass es immer durchgepfiffen hat. Gut dass wir nur 2 abschließende Nächte dort verbracht haben, für den Preis hätten wir leichter ein richtiges Hotelzimmer mit Frühstücksbüffett genommen.

2/10 Terrible

Esp1, Cape Town

Mar 12, 2013

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Aldri igjen.

Helt ok leilighet, men null info om innsjekking o.L Utleier hadde sendt meg en e-post med informasjon om hvor vi måtte hente nøkkel etc. - hvilket var et godt "Taxistykket" unna - alt i alt et klønete opplegg dersom du skal bo ett sted for en natt slik vi skulle, men for noen som liker å bo i leilighet fremfor hotell er dette sikker ypperlig, treningsrom, basseng (lite) og vakt 24h så kan for noen dette passe fint. For oss var dette totalt skivebom.

2/10 Terrible

Jessenk

Feb 11, 2013

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Das geht besser!

Das Appartment liegt an einer stark befahrenen Strasse - LAUT! Das Schlafzimmer hat kein Fenster (nur in den Gang ...). Ausstattung komplett aber spartanisch ...

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Aug 29, 2012

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Dockside aparment PESSIMO

non c'è riscaldamento quindi se andate in inverno tenetelo presente. il gestore, un inglese, molto antipatico, maleducato e irrispettoso. non hanno le lenzuola, solo coperte, e non è affatto pulito