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Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

3.0 star property

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A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a palm tree, and a view of a cityscape and mountains.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.
Bar (on property)
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a bed.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Portswood Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Place, Two Oceans Aquarium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town Stadium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Greenpoint Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a nightstand.

Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Green Point within a short walk of Cape Town Stadium, Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Cape Town International Convention Centre. This 3-star hotel has 193 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym. Centrally located in Cape Town, the hotel is connected to a shopping center, and a short walk from The Watershed and Two Oceans Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape Town Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Greenpoint Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Green Point Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 6 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cooked - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ferrymans Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Clipper Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nobu - The One&Only Cape Town - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

At Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. If you drive, self parking is ZAR 25 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 650.00 per room one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and a computer station.
22-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 25 km
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 25 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 220 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Stonebreakers Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 220 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650.00 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 25.00
  • Self parking fee: ZAR 25 per day

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 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Breakwater Lodge
Breakwater Lodge Protea Hotel
Breakwater Protea Hotel
Protea Breakwater
Protea Breakwater Cape Town
Protea Hotel Breakwater
Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge Cape Town
Breakwater Hotel Cape Town
Protea Hotel Breakwater Cape Town Central
Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge Cape Town, South Africa

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

As of Jul 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge on Jul 24, 2026 start from $167, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

This hotel is situated in Green Point, just steps from Two Oceans Aquarium and The Watershed, and within a short walk of Cape Town Stadium. You'll also find Long Street and Clifton Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

Yes, parking is offered for ZAR 25 per day. Wheelchair-accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

Relax Spa is the hotel's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and body wraps.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Stonebreakers Restaurant.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

The closest major airport to Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 14 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge that offer a balcony.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 818 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 818 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 818 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 818 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 818 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Lots to enjoy nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super helpful. Could not have asked for more. Dinner at the restaurant was delicious with a view of table mountain
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was professional and accommodating. The property is attached to a college campus so the rooms are like dormitories. It served us well for an overnight stay before our early morning flight
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu buffet was good but frequent lack of bowls, cutlery was concerning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and amenities -- and the location was perfect! Woke up to a stunning view of Table Mountain, two steps away from all the activities at the Waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice stay
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
staff were friendly and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Its a 10 min walk from the waterfront which is so very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Waltraut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went down to Cape Town to participate in the 2026 Cape Cycle Tour and decided to stay closer to the start and finish lines. We stayed at the Protea Breakwater Lodge a few times before and found it to be perfect. We'll probable do the same in 2027.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makrao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time in Cape. Our accommodation - location absolutely awesome. Hotel - Was great, staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating. We love Marco, so friendly and great advise.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Good option for a 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Second time at this hotel. Very convenient location. Walkable to V&A Waterfront.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ridwaan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were good, rooms were below par.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was amazing. Lots of options to choose from. service was exceptional. I loved the ambience of the hotel and the decor. It was exceptionally cozy and inviting.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything in the hotel was great. The location is perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hawa

The hotel is fine, but pretty ba
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel, Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was fabulous. Layout interesting. Restaurants were a good hike away. I would have liked it better if eating and drinking were within the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to V and A
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Clean and friendly staff. Nice room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Isabela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spectacular team: attentive and helpful. Excellent location. The rooms were clean, but here is the area for improvement: they are very cramped. The double bed was exceptionally small—it felt like a large single bed. Also, the photo of the room we booked was quite different from the room we actually received.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, awesome history but the room airon, room size and no gym let it down.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent access to Cape Town waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024