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Grand Daddy HotelvsThe Westin Cape Town
Both hotels are recommended by writers. Overall, Grand Daddy Hotel ranks slightly better than The Westin Cape Town. Grand Daddy Hotel is ranked #10 in Cape Town with endorsements from 9 publications such as Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
Grand Daddy Hotel
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38 Long Street, Cape Town Central 8000, South Africa
From $46/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "A relatively high level of luxury and a strong buzz make this one of the liveliest hotels in town." Full review
Fodor's "This is a stylish inner-city, glamorous spot that's also good value for travelers."
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Ask for a corner room, which has three large windows.
Rough Guide "Seven retrocool American Airstream trailers, decorated by local artists, sit on the roof of the Grand Daddy Hotel, linked by wooden walkways greened by indigenous plants."
Time Out "Following in the footsteps of its quirky predecessors Daddy Long Legs Boutique Hotel and Daddy Long Legs Self Catering Apartments, this plush hotel offers top-notch accommodation with a twist." Full review
Star Service "Occupying a charming low-rise historic building on a bustling corner of Long Street, this quaint lodging is packed with plenty of spunk." Full review
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The hotel's main showpiece is the seven, silver Airstream trailers perched on the roof where guests can choose to stay.
Afar Magazine "One of the city’s quirkier havens, though it somehow manages to walk the fine line between campy and classy." Full review
On the Grid "Legendary, luxurious and with a stylish eatery, The Grand Daddy is original and quintessentially Cape Town." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The 26 standard guest rooms are more classic, although they do incorporate South African motifs like aloe-print headboards. " Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"Boutique hotel has a young, funky character that will suit those wanting an urban central-city base, close to the Long Street’s action and Bree Street’s hip restaurants and bars." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The Grand Daddy’s star attraction is its rooftop 'trailer park' of penthouse suites, made from seven vintage, artistically renovated Airstream trailers. The hotel's regular rooms are also stylish" Full review
The Westin Cape Town Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness Time Out Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
Gayot Fodor's Afar Magazine
Lower Long Street, Convention Square, Cape Town Central 8000, South Africa
From $90/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "At this sleek, contemporary, business-focused hotel connected to the Cape Town International Convention Centre CTICC, the corporate feel is softened by warmer colours in the rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Sleek tower on the V&A Waterfront, with a well-appointed spa." Full review
DK Eyewitness "State-of-the-art technology and uncompromising luxury permeate the guest’s experience at this architectural landmark."
Time Out "Ideally situated a hop and a skip from the Waterfront and adjacent to the always-busy CTICC, this statement hotel has even more to say since its recent image and name overhaul." Full review
Star Service "Within walking distance of both the downtown area and the V&A Waterfront, this sleek hotel is a favorite of Americans and business travelers in Cape Town." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler87.1
""Right in the heart of harbor activity," this metal and glass tower next to the International Convention Centre has modern rooms done in colors inspired by the wine country." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The location means easy access to both downtown and the waterfront tourist hub, and it's particularly convenient for conference attendees." Full review
Gayot "This corporate-oriented Westin overlooks the V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain."
Fodor's "The super-sophisticated e-butler service in the foyer is enough to get excited about—and that's before you've even set foot in the rooms." Full review
Afar Magazine "I am obsessed with the views at the Westin Cape Town's Heavenly Spa." Full review
