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Southern Sun The Cullinan

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Cullinan Street, 1, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Place, Cape Town International Convention Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bree Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Queen Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 254 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room with Two Double Beds | City view

Double Room with Two Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 254 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room

  • City view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

  • City view
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite | City view

Executive Suite

  • City view
  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory STANDARD

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CITY VIEW TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Cape Town City Centre, Southern Sun The Cullinan is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. This 394-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bree Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Long Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Greenmarket Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Africa Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 4 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min walk
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Col'Cacchio - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Foreshore Cape Town - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Westin Executive Club Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun The Cullinan

Southern Sun The Cullinan features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. If you drive, self parking is ZAR 60 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 625 per vehicle one way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, espresso makers, and laptop-compatible safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is open daily.

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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)
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (ZAR 60 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 195 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Peach Tree

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

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 near toilet
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Raised toilet seat
  • 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
  • 14 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • 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 625 per vehicle (one way)
  • Covered self parking fee: ZAR 60 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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 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), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cullinan Southern Sun
Southern Sun Cullinan
Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel
Sun Cullinan
Sun Cullinan Hotel
Cullinan Hotel Cape Town
Southern Sun The Cullinan Cape Town, South Africa
Southern Sun The Cullinan Hotel Cape Town Central
Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel Cape Town
Southern Sun Cullinan Cape Town
Southern Sun The Cullinan Cape Town South Africa

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

Southern Sun The Cullinan offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun The Cullinan on Aug 17, 2026 start from $194, 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 can I see near Southern Sun The Cullinan?

This hotel is situated in Cape Town City Centre, just steps from Bree Street, and within a 10-minute walk of Long Street and Greenmarket Square. You'll also find Cape Town Stadium and Camps Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

Yes, secured parking is offered for ZAR 60 per day. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps, and couples treatments.

Does Southern Sun The Cullinan have a casino on the premises?

No, Southern Sun The Cullinan doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Southern Sun The Cullinan good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

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

Does Southern Sun The Cullinan have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Southern Sun The Cullinan serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Peach Tree.

Will Southern Sun The Cullinan allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Southern Sun The Cullinan?

The closest major airport to Southern Sun The Cullinan is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 13.2 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Southern Sun The Cullinan.

Southern Sun The Cullinan Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 278 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Johan Robins

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was satisfactory
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle to waterfront....excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, restaurants and pool. Shuttle bus to V&A is a great perk also. The room are a suitable size for a family of four. Overall, great location for a city break.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in central Cape Town. Everything you'd need right at your hands. Free shuttle service to Waterfront and a very helpful concierge. The interior was beautiful and breakfast as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hethen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located. Great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my fourth stay at the Cullinan over a period of 10 years and they’ve managed to maintain high standards throughout which is very impressive - in terms of food quality, cleanliness, friendly well trained staff and overall decor and state of the hotel. I can highly recommend the property
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staff was very friendly and helpfull,all round was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chukwuemeka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

kojo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very noisy. Cleaners will bang doors to wake you up. Didn't have a peaceful stay
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They did their utmost to make our stay comfortable. Staff were quite professional and courteous
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gurminderjit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel, great staff!!! It also has a great location and a shuttle to the VA waterfront. Rooms are nice and clean, but what makes this place is the staff! They are definitely top notch. Will stay here again perfect location right next to the convention center.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located near the waterfront, old but very good hotel, good restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

Great room and great service

The reception area is spacious and staff friendly and helpful. The room was clean, large and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martynas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Fantastic hotel. Clean, luxurious, and absolutely the best staff anywhere. Great location, very highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Graham Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole place oozes class staff very friendly and helpful couldn’t do enough to make our stay memorable
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Our family loved
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very deluxe hotel with extra friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Highly recommend!

Excellent service and very friendly staff throughout the hotel. Fabulous location, delicious breakfast, spacious room, highly recommend for accommodation in Cape Town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, rooms are excellent, friendly staff, wonderful breakfast. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Amenities
Warm and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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