The Portswood
Cape Town, South Africa
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About the Hotel
Boasting a place of pride on Cape Townâ€(TM)s trendy Victoria & Albert Waterfront, The PortsWood captures the blend of casual and sophisticated spirits that make up South Africa. A cheerful style sets the mood in the guestrooms and suites, while the waterfront location provides an energetic atmosphere. A one-of-a-kind aspect of this Legacy Hotels & Resorts International affiliate is its Quarterdeck Restaurant. Housed in a section of the original Breakwater Prison, which was built in 1860, it blends unique history with the best of Cape Malay cuisine.
Location
The Portswood
Portswood Square
Cape Town, South Africa
8001
Nearest Airport: CPT
Features and Amenities
Reviews for The Portswood
We loved the place!!
We spent several days here at the start of an organized tour. We were lucky enough to have a room on the main floor - so didn't have to negotiated the stairs (elevator is under repair). If we would have had to do that our stay may not have been as nice. The location is great - within easy walking distance to anything you need - Victoria & Alfred Harbor (mall, restaurants, bars, entertainment, etc.) and even to the weekend farmer's market. Staff was always friendly and helpful. We had a great stay. I didn't do breakfast, so can't speak to how good it was.
MAP12 - New Orleans, Louisiana
A great location for a city stay
We stayed here for 3 nights. The hotel was clean and had good facilities. The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. The location is ideal for accessing the waterfront. Our highlight was being serenaded to in the morning by the lovely, cheerful chef who cooked our eggs. Our only minor negative is that it was a bit noisy at night times.
janerendall8 - Wellington, United Kingdom
Hotel is outdated, it's currently being patched up slightly but nothing major elevator out of order I certainly got my steps in whilst staying there so it was a bonus, breakfast was average but service was something new I experience in the restaurant staff was some days happy and some days uninterested, but one lady was adorable at the front desk the manager Ms paige always came into work with a smile and greeting everyone she walked pass this stuck with me cause I was fascinated how someone can be so jolly in the early hours of the morning ,she even helped with luggage which is unusual for a women to do my wife nd i really enjoyed her conversation we felt the genuine warmth should we ever come back to south Africa we would return to the Portswood hopefully the hotel would patched up completely.
Trail61693335007 - Cape Town Central, South Africa
Great hotel excellent location
Loved the hotel. All staff very friendly. Room was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was good. Fantastic location. Just need to fix the elevator.
Jo A - Isle of Man, United Kingdom
Great location for the Waterfront
Really comfortable hotel that is perfectly located for the V&A Waterfront. The room was clean and comfortable, but the bed could have just been a tad larger for our liking. The staff are super efficient and friendly, with a smile for all their guests. The breakfast was excellent, well cooked and plentiful. Would recommend this hotel
sherington37 - Fochabers, United Kingdom
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