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Top 10 Hotels in Observatory, Cape Town

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
Outdoor pool

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (136)
"It's always lovely to stay at this hotel. I look forward to it every time and I hope to return soon."
The price is RM341
RM396 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
Cape Town Micro Apartments
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cape Town Micro Apartments

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (28)
"I enjoyed the convenience to the shops and road to CBD, however, my booking was mixed up , the room I got is not the one I paid for and had to complain and the second day was moved to a better room but sill was not the one I booked and paid for. I tried to explain this to the owners of the place and because was traveling with my wife and a 5 months old daughter we could not cancel the booking."
Cape Town Micro Apartments
Green Elephant Backpackers
Outdoor pool

Green Elephant Backpackers

2.0 star property
The price is RM144
RM166 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Green Elephant Backpackers
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (660)
"Great location "
The price is RM533
RM619 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Ocean View House
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Ocean View House

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (286)
"This property is perfect the views are breathtaking, the staff is very pleasant and the breakfast is amazing "
The price is RM651
RM748 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Ocean View House
Premier Hotel Cape Town
Terrace/patio

Premier Hotel Cape Town

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (305)
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Premier Hotel Cape Town
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Exterior detail

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Always great staying here. "
The price is RM515
RM598 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
2 restaurants, breakfast served

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122)
"Very nice place the view"
The price is RM1,700
RM1,955 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Latitude Aparthotel
Seasonal outdoor pool

Latitude Aparthotel

4.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Very clean, with spacious, comfortable rooms. Near the waterfront, major bus lines, and dining options. We had a large group (12) who all stayed here for 3 nights, and we had an excellent stay."
The price is RM940
RM1,081 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Latitude Aparthotel
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels
Lobby

Gorgeous George by Design Hotels

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (214)
"Friendly helpful staff ."
The price is RM523
RM602 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels
The Tropicana Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

The Tropicana Hotel

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (26)
"Newly remodeled and absolutely fabulous location, friendly staff, very clean, etc. The utmost highest regard and recommendation for anyone looking for an amazing place to stay while in Cape Town."
The price is RM214
RM246 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
The Tropicana Hotel
The Marly Boutique Hotel
View from room

The Marly Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (141)
"Amazing property! Conveniently located, Ocean views, so many dining and entertainment options. More importantly, service and staff is top notch! Will definitely be back!"
The price is RM2,288
RM2,631 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Marly Boutique Hotel
Home Suite Hotels Station House
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Home Suite Hotels Station House

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65)
"Honestly a 5* and I do recommend to take the breakfast option at the restaurant in the lobby it is simply amazing. "
The price is RM402
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Home Suite Hotels Station House
The Bay Hotel
View from property

The Bay Hotel

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (429)
"Personnal perfect Room spacious Nice view Breakfast wonderfull "
The price is RM1,136
RM1,306 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Bay Hotel
The Cellars-Hohenort
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Cellars-Hohenort

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (151)
"Beautiful property and spectacular garden setting. Friendly, efficient staff. Very quiet - an amazing, relaxing stay."
The Cellars-Hohenort
POD Camps Bay
View from property

POD Camps Bay

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (212)
"Absolutely wonderful stay. The staff made us feel so welcome and took care of us at every turn. "
The price is RM1,408
RM1,408 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
POD Camps Bay
President Hotel
Terrace/patio

President Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (678)
"Great hotel and friendly staff! "
The price is RM469
RM540 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
President Hotel
Home Suite Hotels Sea Point
Bar (on property)

Home Suite Hotels Sea Point

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"just great for everything "
The price is RM438
RM504 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Home Suite Hotels Sea Point
Vineyard Hotel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Vineyard Hotel

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (741)
"The most amazing stay! Staff are just the best - Naeema, Nicole just to name a few. Love it! "
The price is RM828
RM952 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Vineyard Hotel
Cape Town Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Cape Town Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (333)
"Great rooms!"
The price is RM578
RM672 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Cape Town Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers
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Where to stay in Observatory

Find the best Observatory areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront showing a marina
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront map

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Cape Town Cruise Terminal or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.

Camps Bay showing landscape views, mountains and a coastal town
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Camps Bay map

Camps Bay

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.

Cape Town City Centre map

Cape Town City Centre

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Sea Point showing cuddly or friendly animals, general coastal views and hiking or walking
Sea Point map

Sea Point

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Swimming Pool might round out your trip.

Cape Town Stadium featuring a city and a sunset
Green Point map

Green Point

Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Top Observatory Hotel Reviews

Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff. "
Jay 7-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Taj Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What is Observatory like?

Observatory is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its local tours, mountain views and museums. Make sure that you visit Table Mountain National Park and Heart of Cape Town Museum as part of your Observatory travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Observatory?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray is the highest ranked property in Observatory. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels are there in the Observatory area?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Cape Town, you can choose from 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Observatory.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Observatory.

What is there to do around this Cape Town neighbourhood?

Sights like Magnet Theatre and Cape Town Science Centre can be part of your cultural tour of Observatory. You could also plan a visit to Table Mountain National Park or Heart of Cape Town Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. South African Astronomical Observatory, Irma Stern Museum and Old Biscuit Mill are just a few of the places to visit in and around Observatory. While you're out sightseeing in Cape Town, make sure that you visit other sights such as What If The World or Rhodes Memorial.

How can I get around Observatory and the greater Cape Town area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Observatory Station is the closest metro station.