The Cape RoyalevsVilla Viva Cape Town
Cape Royale Luxury Hotel and The Backpack are both highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Cape Royale Luxury Hotel scores significantly better than The Backpack. Cape Royale Luxury Hotel ranks #22 in Cape Town with praise from 6 sources including Oyster, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
The Cape Royale
47 Main Road, Green Point, Cape Town Central 8051, South Africa
From $192/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Smack-dab at the heart of the newly rejuvenated Stadium precinct, this hotel is a good alternative to the Waterfront's Cape Grace." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The property feels more European than Cape Georgian, with dark wood and Belle Époque-era statues in the lobby." Full review
Time Out
"Opt for inner-city chic at swanky serviced apartments, complete with all the expected five-star luxuries and facilities, at Cape Royale Luxury Hotel & Residence." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Cape Royale has all the hallmarks of a luxury experience." Full review
Afar Magazine
"There’s a touch of Old World glamour to the Cape Royale—the imposing facade, the dramatic lobby, the bellmen in top hats." Full review
Fodor's
"The Cape Royale offers spacious apartment-style accommodations that make a great base for longer-term travelers. " Full review
Afar Magazine
"“I send visitors to the Cape Royale," says resident Rashiq Fataar." Full review
Villa Viva Cape Town
74 New Church Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $17/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"An excellent lodge in four interconnected houses, on the cusp of the City Bowl suburbs and the city centre, and easily walkable to both, in a much quieter location than Long St."
Time Out
"Its status as a five-star backpackers' is ensured by its stylish interior, clean and neat rooms,." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This Fair Trade in Tourism–accredited operation offers affordable style, a buzzy vibe and fantastic staff." Full review
The Telegraph
6.0
"An upmarket budget backpacker hostel, with a pool, on the edge of Cape Town." Full review