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Villa Viva Cape TownvsThe Westin Cape Town
Both The Westin Cape Town and The Backpack are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, The Westin Cape Town scores significantly higher than The Backpack. The Westin Cape Town comes in at #14 in Cape Town with accolades from 9 reviewers such as Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and Time Out.
Villa Viva Cape Town
Rough Guide
Time Out
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
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 Telegraph6.0
"An upmarket budget backpacker hostel, with a pool, on the edge of Cape Town." 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
