Access & Location
The hotel can be accessed via 25 minutes’ drive from Cape Town’s international airport. It’s situated at the heart of the V&A Waterfront, with amazing views of the working harbour and of Table Mountain!
Victoria & Alfred Hotel
Luxurious accommodation on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
Lounges, restaurants, gym, spa, gardens, and swimming pool
A total of ninety-four guest rooms, all with spectacular views
Excellent access to many of Cape Town’s main attractions, including restaurants, cafés, museums, and shops
Our Yellow Zebra Opinion
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Good for first-timers
A decent 4-star hotel that’s smack-bang in the heart of the action on Cape Town’s waterfront. Slightly commercial, but stunning views of Table Mountain from the bar on the harbour front and good prices considering such a WOW-factor location.
Activities
Concierge staff are happy to arrange all sorts of activities and experiences for you, both in and around Cape Town. These include:
V&A Waterfront
Robben Island
Table Mountain Aerial Gateway
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
District Six Museum
Castle of Good Hope
Houses of Parliament
Cape Town International Convention Centre
Camps Bay Beach
Clifton Beach
Cape Point
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Just a stone’s throw from the hotel, the famous V&A boasts numerous shops, markets, eateries, and bars!
Situated approximately 7 kilometres off the coast, this is where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 of his 27 years behind bars. The island is easily accessed from the V&A Waterfront.
A trip up the majestic mountain by cable car, to enjoy amazing views!
Full to the brim with indigenous flora, these gardens never fail to thrill, and they’re a great destination for a picnic lunch.
A fascinating exhibition of images, artefacts, and recordings, a lot of them provided by the district’s ex-residents.
South Africa’s oldest building, this pentagon-shaped building houses the Castle Military Museum, a must-visit for history fans.
Another attraction for history buffs, the houses offers guided tours, hearing attendances, and watching debates from the gallery.
The Mother City’s stunning venue for concerts, trade shows, and festivals. Victoria & Alfred’s staff will let you know what’s on here during your stay!
Possibly Cape Town’s most glamorous sandy spot, Camps Bay is brilliant for beach activities, fine dining, or simply soaking up some sun.
Not far from Camps Bay, this sheltered series of four coves is a top pick at YZ. And 4th Beach is adjacent to La Med, our go-to for sundowners every time.
An excursion to Africa’s south-western tip, renowned for the quality of its beaches. While you’re here, you could also visit Boulders Beach to see plenty of penguins, and Simonstown or Fishhoek for a little culture too!
Make an EnquiryMake an EnquiryFacilities
Victoria & Alfred’s communal spaces include a number of stylish lounges, generally with sumptuous sofas and armchairs around coffee tables, some reading material, and a welcoming atmosphere! There are two restaurants.
Ginja, which is open to members of the public as well as hotel guests, has a very talented chef who rustles up all manner of local and international dishes for diners to enjoy along with beautiful waterfront and mountain views. You can also pop across to Dash Restaurant & Bar, part of nearby Queen Victoria Hotel. This venue provides lavish meals and high teas, as well as a great range of whiskies and malts! Facilities at another local property, Dock House, are available too – well-equipped gym, superb spa, and inviting swimming pool flanked by sunloungers.
Make an EnquiryAmenities
Guest accommodation consists of 94 rooms.
Chic and contemporary in style, these come in three categories – Piazza Facing Room, Mountain Facing Room, and Loft Rooms. There are 34 each of the first two types, all offering approximately 40 square metres of floor space. These rooms feature king-size bed or twin beds, bedside tables and lighting, a writing desk and chair, and ample storage space. En-suite facilities comprise flush toilet, washbasin, shower, and bathtub. Additional amenities include air conditioning, swivel satellite television, mini-bar, tea-and-coffee station with biscuits, electronic safe, Wi-Fi, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, ironing board and iron, laundry service (extra cost), and daily newspaper on request. Loft Rooms are smaller at 36 square metres each, but they provide all the amenities of the larger options. There’s 24-hour room service for everyone, and accessible rooms are available for guests with limited mobility – for further details, please contact a member of our team. Interleading rooms can also be arranged for you.
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