Southern Sun Newlands

4.0 star property

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Property entrance
Lobby
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Interior entrance
Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Main Road, 7, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700
  • Place, Newlands Cricket Ground
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Newlands Stadium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cavendish Square
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite

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

Double Room with Two Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Newlands, Southern Sun Newlands is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Newlands Cricket Ground and Newlands Stadium. This 4-star hotel has 162 rooms and welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Newlands Cricket Ground - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Newlands Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Newlands Brewery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cavendish Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Table Mountain National Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Newlands Station - 4 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 16 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Limnos Bakers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪JC Brasserie | Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun Newlands

At Southern Sun Newlands, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 450 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include conference space, a business center, and a computer station.
28-inch TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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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 on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 195 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Bihari
  • Newlands Cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Baby bath
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 6,728 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 1.00 percent destination fee will be charged

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 195 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per person (one-way)

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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 4950199705

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 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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 rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Newlands Southern Sun

Newlands Sun

Southern Sun Newlands

Southern Sun Newlands Hotel

Sun Newlands

Sun Newlands Hotel

Southern Sun Newlands Hotel Cape Town

Southern Sun Newlands Cape Town

Southern Sun Newlands Hotel

Southern Sun Newlands Cape Town

Southern Sun Newlands Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Southern Sun Newlands?

Southern Sun Newlands provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun Newlands?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun Newlands on Jun 22, 2026 start from $111, 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 Southern Sun Newlands?

This hotel is situated in Newlands within a 10-minute walk of Newlands Cricket Ground and Newlands Stadium. You'll also find Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Table Mountain National Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Southern Sun Newlands?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Southern Sun Newlands feature a casino at the property?

No, Southern Sun Newlands doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Southern Sun Newlands?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Southern Sun Newlands good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a separate bathtub and shower as well as 2 restaurants.

Does Southern Sun Newlands have a hot tub?

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

Does Southern Sun Newlands have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Southern Sun Newlands has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Southern Sun Newlands allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Southern Sun Newlands.

Does Southern Sun Newlands have connecting rooms available?

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

Where is the closest airport to Southern Sun Newlands?

The closest major airport to Southern Sun Newlands is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 11.8 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Southern Sun Newlands?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Southern Sun Newlands.

Southern Sun Newlands Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 99 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great, staff, cleaneness, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was in perfect condition and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast was a very nice suprise as we did not expect it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room breakfast good a solid 8 out of 10.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Craig

Staff were friendly. Rooms and gener
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff Great facilities Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast buffet. Convenient location in city. We enjoyed our short stay as a family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, clean, friendly, helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

GM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

great location

Good standard business hotel
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Yes
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andre

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

Convenient and comfortable

Convenient for Cape Town. Beautiful views of Table Mountain. Good breakfast as well and all in all a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel

What a gem of a hotel. Handy for the cricket ground and it was only about R150 for a Uber into the V&A.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patrick

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

Friendly staff

Very pleasant stay. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Good location in newlands and convenient for trips to Cape Town and surrounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last minute booking on a Saturday night. Staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

patrick

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

Very pleasant stay

Great staff and service. Rooms are nice but a little dated. Good breakfast, can be busy there during peak breakfast time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Newlands stay

Fine for a short trip; somewhat overpriced for the standard relative to other options.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and helpful. Driver was also very polite and punctual.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

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

Great Hotel, great location and great staff

The hotel was very clean and exceeded our expectations. We had a last minute late night booking and the staff especially Helena was waiting for us to check in. She was very helpful and made a long night enjoyable. The breakfast in the morning was excellent and the location was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel Atta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience during our time
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My kids and I absolutely loved staying here. The staff is so kind, the room was warm and cozy in the cold rainy weather, and the breakfast is amazing!!!! Really, stay here for the breakfast. They have everything and lots of it. Excellent coffee! We loved it. Our room had a lovely view of Table Mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mildie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The staff is super friendly amd helpful. Hazel in particular was Amazing! but all staff were helpful and friendly. The breakfasy buffet was excellent and spot on. Thanks team!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were outstanding. Everyone of them were very helpful. Especially Inga upon arrival late at night. Will go back there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was told by my CEO that this Hotel is terrible and he will never stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I booked in a bunch of employees into the Hotel for a client event close by and the feedback has been terrible!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had 6 guys in total staying at your Hotel and they have all complained! I am shocked to see your rating is so high when we had 6 unhappy guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024