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Here is a quick list of 5 Star Hotels in Cape Town, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa |
9.3 / 10 (203 Reviews) |
From 318$ | |
| The Westin Cape Town |
8.9 / 10 (436 Reviews) |
From 109$ | |
| Taj Cape Town |
9.1 / 10 (3279 Reviews) |
From 142$ | |
| Intercontinental Table Bay Cape Town By Ihg |
8.5 / 10 (925 Reviews) |
From 947$ | |
| Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel |
9.1 / 10 (51 Reviews) |
From 979$ |
When it comes to travelling, many people opt for 5 star hotels as they offer high quality accommodation, facilities and services. However, there are many reasons why you should choose a 3 or 4 star hotel when travelling to Cape Town.
Firstly, 3 and 4 star hotels in Cape Town are often a fraction of the price of 5 star hotels. This means you can enjoy all the same amazing experiences and attractions in the city while spending less money.
Secondly, 3 and 4 star hotels offer great facilities and services, often just as good as those offered by 5 star hotels. For example, many of the hotels in this category have swimming pools, gyms, restaurants and bars on site, ensuring you have everything you need right at your fingertips.
Thirdly, Cape Town is an amazing city with a huge amount to see and do, and you don’t need to be staying in a 5 star hotel to experience it all. There are plenty of 3 and 4 star hotels located in great locations, close to all the city’s main attractions.
Finally, by staying in a 3 or 4 star hotel, you free up extra money to spend on other aspects of your trip, such as experiences, tours, and sightseeing. This can help make your holiday even more memorable.
So, next time you’re planning a holiday to Cape Town, don’t automatically rule out the 3 and 4 star hotels – they may be a better option for you than you think!.
Cape Town Luxury 5 Star Hotels
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The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa Cape Town, located 3.5 km away from the long-running Groot Constantia Winery, features a free carpark, a sunbathing terrace and a wellness area. This venue offers accommodation in Constantia district with nearby access to Greenbelt.
The hotel is 3 km away from Life Peninsula Eye Hospital Ophthalmology Clinic. The Alphen Trail is also located near the property. You can get to Arderne Gardens in a few minutes by car.
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Providing guests with a spa area, an outdoor swimming pool and a sun terrace, the sophisticated 5-star Westin Cape Town Hotel is located in the central district of Cape Town, within walking distance of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Cticc. The venue features a la carte restaurant and lounge bar on site and offers to take advantage of a fitness suite.
The accommodation is approximately 0.7 km from Artscape Theatre, while V & A Waterfront Shopping Mall is 2 km away. The city centre is close by, about 15 minutes' walk away. The Westin Cape Town Hotel is a short ride from Public Garden.
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Set in the heart of Cape Town, Taj Cape Town Hotel is about a 17-minute walk from Gardens Shopping Centre. Boasting location next to the cobbled Greenmarket Square, the venue offers 176 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.
Situated in City Bowl district, the accommodation is set 4.1 km from Table Mountain. The property is close to the city's business area and Saint Georges Mall. Taj Cape Town Hotel is a short ride from V & A Waterfront.
Nice Five Stars Hotels In Cape Town
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The Table Bay Hotel Cape Town is a 5-star venue 1.4 km to the provincial Cape Medical Museum. There is an a la carte restaurant with contemporary cuisine and an outdoor pool available on site.
This property offers accommodation in Waterfront district with nearby access to Cape Town Waterfront 1. It is less than 0.8 km from V&A Waterfront Shopping Mall. The Table Bay Hotel is a short ride from the Military Rd Signal Hill.
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Featuring live performances, a heated swimming pool and a facial room onsite, Cape Grace Managed By Accor Cape Town is situated in Waterfront district, 800 metres from V & A Waterfront. Two Oceans Aquarium is just 650 metres away.
The venue is set in the vibrant part of Cape Town, a few minutes away from Sea Point Pavillion & Swimming Pools. Attractions within walking distance include Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa and The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island.
Hotels in Cape Town
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Cape Town International |
| Rating 🏅 | 40 |
| Cape Town Hotels 🛎️ | 4640 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Hiddingh, Welgelegen, Drieankerbaai |
| Min Price 💸 | 10$ |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | The Westin Cape Town |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Taj Cape Town |
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Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is located in a cultural area of Cape Town, within 3.2 km from the flat-topped Table Mountain. The venue features French restaurant and lounge bar on site and offers to take advantage of a health club.
This authentic accommodation is placed about 20 km from Cape Town International airport and a few minutes' walk from Kloof Street. It is just 10 minutes' walk of Public Garden. The four-screen Labia Theatre is also located near the hotel. You can get to De Waal Park in a few minutes by car.
Five Star Hotels Downtown Cape Town
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The Cellars-Hohenort
From 238$
Located off Cecilia Forest Hiking Trail, this 5-star The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel Cape Town is a 25-minute walk from Beau Constantia Winery. There is an a la carte restaurant with local cuisine and heated swimming pool available on site.
Situated in Constantia district, the venue is set 2.1 km from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. You can get to Wynberg Park in a few minutes by car.
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Located off the provincial Cape Medical Museum, this 5-star Cape Royale Luxury Suites Cape Town is just 13 minutes' walk from Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Boasting location close to the R4.5 - billion Cape Town Stadium, the venue includes 28 rooms and a swimming pool.
Situated in Green Point district, the accommodation is set 2 km from the historical Greenmarket Square. It takes 25 minutes on foot to get to Cape Town city centre. Cape Royale Luxury Suites is a short ride from Bree Street.
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The Grey Hotel
From 83$
The 5-star Grey Hotel Cape Town is set 2 km from the bastion fort "Castle of Good Hope" and 2.4 km from V & A Waterfront Shopping Mall. The venue also provides a golf course, a sun deck and a seasonal outdoor pool.
The accommodation is located 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Cape Town. The hotel is situated in De Waterkant district, close to Bree Street. You can get to Two Oceans Aquarium in a few minutes by car.
High End Hotels In Cape Town
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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, allergy free rooms and a sunbathing terrace, Zest Boutique Hotel Cape Town offers accommodation in Green Point district, within 17 minutes' walk to the giant Cape Wheel. The venue is located 20 minutes’ walk from Cape Town city centre.
V&A Waterfront Shopping Mall is less than 1.8 km away. You can get to Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village Neighbourhood in a few minutes by car.
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Bay Reflections Camps Bay Luxury Serviced Apartments Cape Town is a 5-star venue at 4.8 km distance from Gardens Shopping Centre. There is an airport transfer and housekeeping in addition to an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace and a sauna available on site.
Situated in Camps Bay district, the guest house is set 2.4 km from Lion's Head Mountain. You can get to Platteklip Gorge in a few minutes by car.
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Offering an infinity pool, complimentary parking and a sundeck, The Marly Hotel Cape Town is located less than 10 minutes by car from the flat-topped Table Mountain. It is set in Camps Bay district, within walking distance of Albie Bailey ART Gallery and Clementina Ceramics.
This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from Kasteelspoort. The beach is just 100 metres from the venue. Greenpoint Urban Park and Biodiversity Garden is also located near the hotel. You can get to Lion's Head Mountain in a few minutes by car.
Fancy 5 Star Hotels In Cape Town
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Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town
From 125$
Located off Mouille Point Lighthouse, this 5-star Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town is merely 1.5 km to The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island. There is an American restaurant with American cuisine and an outdoor swimming pool available on site.
The venue is just a 14-minute walk from Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. It is 4 km to the centre of Cape Town. Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town is a short ride from The Springbok Experience Rugby Museum.
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Located just off The Promenade, this 5-star The Bay Hotel Cape Town is a 10-minutes’ drive from Table Mountain. Wi-Fi is available throughout the venue as well as a hairdresser, a heated swimming pool and a facial room are available on site.
De Waal Park is less than 3.3 km away. The private beach is set 650 metres away. Greenpoint Urban Park and Biodiversity Garden is also located near the accommodation. You can get to Lion's Head Mountain in a few minutes by car.
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Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the venue, Silo Hotel Cape Town offers accommodation within 0.6 km from Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa. Cape Town Diamond Museum is about 650 metres away.
The property is set in Waterfront district, within easy reach of the 40-meter Cape Wheel. The property lies within a 20-minute walk of the centre of Cape Town. The Silo Hotel is a short ride from V & A Waterfront Shopping Mall.
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The 5-star Sugar Hotel Cape Town is set 1.6 km from the historical Greenmarket Square and 1.7 km from the Military Rd Signal Hill. There are airport shuttles, laundry facilities and housekeeping in addition to free parking, a spa area and a golf course available on site.
The centre of Cape Town can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Attractions within walking distance include Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village Neighbourhood and the public Nobel Square. Sugar Hotel is a short ride from Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.