The Commodore Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free valet parking connected to a shopping center in Cape Town

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Lobby
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
35-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Portswood Road, Portswood Square, V and A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8002
  • Two Oceans Aquarium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cape Town Stadium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Accessible

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Junior Studio Suite (JSUK)

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room (LUXT)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room (Accessible ACCT)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Twin Room (FAMT)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Suite

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Queen Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Twin Room (Famt)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Accessible Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Victoria and Alfred Waterfront within a short walk of Cape Town Stadium, The Commodore Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Cape Town International Convention Centre. This 234-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a shopping center in central Cape Town and also close to Cape Town Cruise Terminal and Long Street.

What's nearby

  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cape Town Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Long Street - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 3 min drive
  • Woodstock Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cooked - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ferrymans Tavern - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Commodore Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with free valet parking connected to a shopping center in Cape Town
Guests staying at The Commodore Hotel enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. If you drive, self parking is ZAR 75 per day, and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
35-inch plasma TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (ZAR 75 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 220 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Admiralty Bar/Lounge
  • Terrace
  • The Clipper Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch plasma TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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
  • Covered self parking fee: ZAR 75 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, 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free valet 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.
  • 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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 cribs or infant 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

Commodore Cape Town
Commodore Hotel Cape Town
The Commodore Hotel Hotel
The Commodore Hotel Cape Town
The Commodore Hotel Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Commodore Hotel?

The Commodore Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Commodore Hotel?

As of Jun 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Commodore Hotel on Jun 17, 2025 start from $160.49, excluding 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 around The Commodore Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, just steps from The Watershed and Two Oceans Aquarium, and within a short walk of The Cape Wheel. You'll also find Cape Town Stadium and Long Street within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Commodore Hotel?

Yes, valet parking is offered for free at the hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 75 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Commodore Hotel include a casino?

No, The Commodore Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Commodore Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Commodore Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Does The Commodore Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does The Commodore Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Commodore Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Clipper Restaurant.

Will The Commodore Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Commodore Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Commodore Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Commodore Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Commodore Hotel is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 13.2 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Commodore Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Commodore Hotel.

Does The Commodore Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at The Commodore Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

The Commodore Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 870 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 870 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 870 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 870 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 870 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was immaculate and staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

More practice required…

The female reception staff were surly and disinterested and arrogant. I unfortunately can’t name the individual because my post will then not be accepted, but I don’t think TATUM O’Neill would check into this hotel……the male reception staff were delightful. The porters were very helpful and the housekeeping good. Hotel overpriced for what is offered.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vedran

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, very good breakfast, room clean but bed to hard for poor old me.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Loved Africa

2 couples from Minnesota Arrived after dark from flight in Nelspruit, was greeted so nice ! Rooms were spacious and clean, great sheet😂 Had evening dinner rite next door, where we returned for the included full breakfast ( excellent!) with room purchase Would tell any of our family and friends 100% recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for two nights. The Waterfront area has become very busy and noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

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

Good option.

Commodore an excellent choice for waterfront, charming staff. Hotel itself is a little tired or outdated, but not an issue.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a shaky start to our vacation due to missing luggage, a very late check-in, and the rooms we booked not being available. However, Ricardo and Alan went above and beyond to make sure our luggage was picked up and we had great rooms! Love them! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Great location

Great location and hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kalpesh, Datchet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Really liked the proximity to V&A waterfront.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

Pre cruise stay

Great location a short walk to the V&A waterfront. Nice room on Executive floor 6. Friendly staff in the pleasant bar.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aladji

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is conveniently situated by the Waterfront. Very safe neighborhood. The breakfast is a hit, we didn’t need to find a different place for breakfast. Excellent service and friendly staff at bar and kitchen
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and excellent font of house staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 6th time here and very convenient for walking into the Waterfront or a longer but scenic walk to Sea Point
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendrah

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We picked this hotel due to location to the Waterfront - it was a good choice just 5 mins walk from the Waterfront. Hotel breakfast was good - staff professional. Rooms a bit tired and could do with a refurb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
incredibly old hotel room - the carpeting definitely needs changing, there was only 1 usable power outlet, the shower drained very slowly and the AC unit made ruckus. the breakfast buffet was good, it's located next to lots of restaurants and the staff was friendly and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Disliked: Staff & service
Average hotel , good location, staff not very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & easy walking to the V&A waterfront. Staff very friendly & helpful. Concierge very good. Rooms are spacious and bed & pillows very comfortable. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025