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
35-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Portswood Road, Portswood Square, V and A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8002
  • Place, Two Oceans Aquarium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town Stadium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town International Convention Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Double Room

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

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 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

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Twin Room (FAMT)

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

Twin Room (Accessible ACCT)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room (LUXT)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Studio Suite (JSUK)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Twin Room (Famt)

  • Sleeps 2

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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. 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 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cape Town Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Long Street - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Kloof Street - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cooked - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mitchell's Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ferrymans Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vovo Telo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Enmasse - ‬7 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 luggage storage, 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.

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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 (1,292 square feet of space)

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 Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Commodore Hotel on Oct 12, 2025 start from $266.72, 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. 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.

Is The Commodore Hotel good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Commodore Hotel?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

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.

Does The Commodore Hotel have connecting rooms?

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, you won't find 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.