3 Star Hotel
Protea Hotel Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Portswood Road, Cape Town, South Africa View Map
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About
Set in a restored 19th-Century prison, this hotel features modern rooms with panoramic Table Mountain views. Its ground-floor café overlooks V&A Waterfront and serves lights snacks on its patio. Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge’s rooms are bright and sunny and feature full-length windows. Each one features a work desk with access to electrical outlets, satellite TV and plush sofa in seating area. Stonebreakers Restaurant offers a la carte & buffet menus daily in a relaxed atmosphere with magnificent views of both the V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain. The attentive staff can arrange laundry and dry cleaning services and also organize outdoor excursions around Cape Town city center. Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge is 10 minutes’ drive from Table Mountain and Kirstenbosch Gardens is less than 9.3 mi away. Cape Town International Convention Center (CTICC) is 1.6 mi from the property.
1,120 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.5
- Staff
- 8.8
- Location
- 9.4
What Guests Say
- “Very well located. Nice helpful staff.”
- “Friendly and willing-to-help staff.”
- “The room service was superb.”
Top Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Spa
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Airport Shuttle
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Guest room, 1 Double
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
1/42 Bedroom Guest Room, 2 Double Beds
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Coffee/tea machine
1/32 Bedroom, Bedroom 1: 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), Bedroom 2: 2 Twin/Single Bed(s)
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Crib(s)
1/4Junior Suite, 1 King, Corner room
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
1/42 Bedroom, Guest room, Bedroom 1: 1 Double, Bedroom 2: 1 Double
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
1/32 Bedroom, Bedroom 1: 1 Double, Bedroom 2: 2 Twin/Single Bed(s)
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Crib(s)
1/4Larger Guest room, 2 Twin
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
1/4Large Deluxe Guest Room with King Bed
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Desk
1/4Guest Room, 2 Twin
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baby Cot
1/4Larger Guest room, 1 King Bed
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Coffee/tea machine
1/2Standard Studio
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Coffee/tea machine
- Desk
1/3Guest Room with Twin beds
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Crib(s)
1/4Larger Guest Room with Twin Beds and Sofa Bed
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Crib(s)
1/4Larger Guest room, 1 Double Bed
- Accessible by lift
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Coffee/tea machine
1/42 Bedroom, Guest Room, Bedroom 1: 1 Double, Bedroom 2: 2 Twin
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Blackout curtains
1/42 Bedroom, Guest room, Bedroom 1: 2 Twin, Bedroom 2: 2 Twin
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
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What Guests Loved
Based on 1,120 reviews
Pros +
- The location is convenient to the tourist area at the waterfront . The room was clean and comfortable. I did not have breakfast
- BASICALLY EVERY
- The location is excellent. The bed and pillows were very nice.
Cons -
- The fact that it was a prison before and the long narrow corridors.
- ROOM LIGHTING TERRIBLEROOM USB PLUGS BADLY LOCATEDNO USB ETC NEXT TO BEDNOT ENOUGH SHELF SPACE IN BATHROOMSOAP DISPENSER IN SHOWER BADLY POSITIONED-WAY TO HI
- The room we have stayed (for 3 people) was very small, we didn’t have space available to open the luggage and walk around. The bathroom was also quite small, and when taking a shower the water tended to splash everywhere, leaving the entire bathroom wet. It was very disappointing as I stayed in the hotel before in a much larger and more comfortable room.
The location is convenient to the tourist area at the waterfront . The room was clean and comfortable. I did not have breakfast
The fact that it was a prison before and the long narrow corridors.
BASICALLY EVERY
ROOM LIGHTING TERRIBLEROOM USB PLUGS BADLY LOCATEDNO USB ETC NEXT TO BEDNOT ENOUGH SHELF SPACE IN BATHROOMSOAP DISPENSER IN SHOWER BADLY POSITIONED-WAY TO HI
The location is excellent. The bed and pillows were very nice.
The room we have stayed (for 3 people) was very small, we didn’t have space available to open the luggage and walk around. The bathroom was also quite small, and when taking a shower the water tended to splash everywhere, leaving the entire bathroom wet. It was very disappointing as I stayed in the hotel before in a much larger and more comfortable room.
Comfy bed, nice shower, location is perfect!
Air conditioning in our room did not work.. I was not a happy customer.A woman in pre-menopausal and to pay so much for one night stay. Window could not open either..
Location is excellent. Breakfast very good
Rooms are super small. Shower too old and dirty. Water leaks out of the shower niche
Not much
They stole Money from me. They overcharged me from for the room. Girl at desk said manager sent me a link for the refund but never did. I emailed the front desk girl twice and she has ignored me. Also stoleMoney for breakfast by lying and saying breakfast was at 6:30 and it wasnt until 7. So and I had a tour. They would t refund me for that either. absolute criminals and thieves
The location cannot be beaten, right opposite the V & A Waterfront. The breakfast is very good with a lot of choice. The linen and beds are very comfortable. The staff is friendly. The parking is on the property, and secure. We have stayed at this property at least 6 times over the years as we love the location, and that the Hop-on-hop-off bus is across the street.
As we have stayed at this property so much, we have seen the facilities become a little "tired" over time. Things are not being maintained, for example, or curtain was hanging off the rails. These are simple fixes. Friends that we brought with us, and we bring friends almost every time, had to wait over 2 hours for their room. There room had been "given out" to someone else in error, so they had to wait for another one of the same size to come available. This should not happen. There are large tour groups that frequent this hotel, so check-in can be slow.
Great location. Easy walk to marathon expo and start. Close to everything in walking distance, aquarium right behind it. Restaurant breakfast was very good. Nice selection.
Odd bathroom arrangement but understand as being a remodeled prison.
The location was good, very easily accessible on Uber, quiet, safe, secure. The room was a good size, I received a complimentary upgrade too.
The airconditioning wasn't the best, but they tried to fix it immediately on informing. One bottle of drinking water was provided, but I think two would be good.
The location of the hotel is safe and provides easy access to V&A Waterfront. The rooms are on the smaller side, however, it didn't bother me. The hotel was overall very clean, reception was professional, and breakfast had good choice.
Location of the breakfast was a bit confusing at first, since the facilities are split over multiple buildings - but it's not a problem once you figure your way around.
The hotel location is secure and convenient.
Only one toilet to be shared by 4 adults in a 2-bedroom suite is inadequate.The rooms are so tiny that they're claustrophobic. Offering it as a 2-bedroom suite feels like a stretch.
The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us. The only downside was how loud the rain was on the roof, it was very noisy. The food was great. Please do include breakfast as part of the accommodation price.
How noisy the building can be with bad rain and wind.
My flight was delayed, canceled, and changed. The hotel staff was very supportive, including a last minute refund on the extra night I booked. V&A waterfront is safe, friendly and d beautiful. It was really easy to book excursions from the hotel.
Nada
very friendly staff, very helpful concierge, very good breakfast
the fire alarm went off one night at 2 am forcing us to evacuate. apparently this has happened before. also, the rooms are quite small/tight and not really enough room to open two luggages; but we managed
Location
I booked king room and the shower was weak as well as tgere was noise for renovation. I asked fo room change and they proivded me with double bed room. Instead of upgrade my room, they downgrade the room without any compensation.
The bar and restaurant over looked the water Harbour. Lots of lights and fun viewing. Hotel right next to “hop on and hop off” bus service. Great location
Location. Very helpful staff.
Room was a bit small.
Reasonable
Wifi was not good we did not stay in the main building. Did not like being around students all the time
Good location
Fire alarm went off at 2am - then a stranger lurking in the hallway banged on my door at 3 am. Very disrupted sleep and fire alarm went off again at 7am! I booked a twin bed room with a 3rd sleeper couch and got a room with one bed. When I complained to the Hotel manager she just offered me a free breakfast!!! No not good enough. I want a REFUND!!!
Location
Family rooms bathroom stinks and too cramped.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Fitness & Spa
- Spa
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Airport Shuttle
- Accessible parking
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
In the event of an early departure, the hotel reserves the right to charge for the full duration of the original booking.
Location
Portswood Road, Cape Town
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