Southern Sun Cape Sun

4 stars
23 Strand Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
8,3
Very good
based on 820 reviews
820 reviews
Thu 23/10
-
Fri 24/10
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 501
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R1 501
Standard Room
R1 572
King room
R2 873
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Overview

This hotel is located in the centre of Cape Town, just over 500m from the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and around 7km from Clifton Beach. It also features a fitness centre and a splash pool. All of the spacious, air-conditioned rooms at the Southern Sun Cape Sun feature views of either Table Mountain, Robben Island, or Table Bay. Each has an antique-style décor and an en suite with a bath and shower. A buffet breakfast is served daily, with lunch and dinner available at Riempies Restaurant. The cuisine combines the modern and traditional and reflects the region’s Cape Dutch heritage. Guests can also relax at Le Bar and Lounge which is situated in the hotel lobby. The hotel is located a 12-minute walk from The Company Gardens, while the Green Market Square can be reached within a 4-minute walk. Guests can try one of the golf clubs in the region, including Rondebosch Golf Club just 10km away. The Cape Town International Convention Center is 10 minutes’ walk away, and the Cape Town International Airport is 20km from the Southern Sun.
8,3
Very good rating
Based on 820 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Cape Sun

Thu 23/10
Fri 24/10
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R1 572
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 717
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 730
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
R2 873
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R2 880
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 906
nightly with fees
Double room
2 double beds
R1 501
nightly with fees
2 double beds
R1 605
nightly with fees
2 double beds
R1 808
nightly with fees
Executive room
bed type unknown
R4 598
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R4 904
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R6 174
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Southern Sun Cape Sun

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • City view
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Trouser press

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Plunge pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Southern Sun Cape Sun

8,3
Very good
820 verified ratings
Wonderful
371
Very good
187
Good
107
Okay
58
Fair
47
Mediocre
12
Poor
38

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful location and cleanliness of the hotel, along with the friendly and accommodating staff. However, many reviews pointed out issues with room conditions, service quality, and amenities, particularly the breakfast and air conditioning.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Amenities3.5 out of 10
Room Size3.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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Location

23 Strand Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • City Bowl142 m
  • Long Street0.4 km
  • Parliament of South Africa0.7 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre0.8 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront1.6 km
  • Signal Hill1.7 km
  • Cape Town Stadium2.3 km
  • Table Bay3.5 km
  • Table Mountain4.7 km
  • Clifton5 km
  • University of Cape Town5.4 km
  • Canal Walk8.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Essential information about Southern Sun Cape Sun

Low season

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Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

July
December
R3 185
R2 421
Cheapest month to stay with an average 42% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 71% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Southern Sun Cape Sun

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Southern Sun Cape Sun

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Southern Sun Cape Sun, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Southern Sun Cape Sun, plan to stay on a Friday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Southern Sun Cape Sun was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R2 016, while the most expensive was R3 642.
  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Cape Sun? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Cape Sun

  • Where is Southern Sun Cape Sun located?

    Southern Sun Cape Sun is located at 23 Strand Street in City Centre, 2,1 km from the centre of Cape Town. City Bowl is the closest landmark to Southern Sun Cape Sun.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Southern Sun Cape Sun?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Southern Sun Cape Sun.

  • Does Southern Sun Cape Sun offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Southern Sun Cape Sun offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Southern Sun Cape Sun from the airport?

    Southern Sun Cape Sun is 17,7 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • Does Southern Sun Cape Sun have a pool?

    Yes, Southern Sun Cape Sun has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Southern Sun Cape Sun hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Southern Sun Cape Sun in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Southern Sun Cape Sun and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Southern Sun Cape Sun.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,5
2,1 km
Cape Town Intl
17,7 km

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