The CommodorevsThe Cape Royale
Both hotels are endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, The Cape Royale ranks slightly higher than The Commodore. The Cape Royale ranks #22 in Cape Town with approval from 6 reviews such as Time Out, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.
The Commodore
Portwood Rd, Portswood Square, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"Situated in a white building with a glass entrance and five floors of guest rooms, this hotel is nautically themed like its less-opulent sibling next door, the PortsWood." Full review
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Room service is offered 24 hours a day, but the staff is a mixed bag, often ignoring special requests.
Star Service
"Nautical and historical decor including large maps, an antique model ship and a large globe adds a sense of importance to the location.
" Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 236-room Commodore is a pleasant enough, but slightly dated upper-middle-range hotel located in the V&A Waterfront area of Cape Town, a few minutes' walk from the quayside." Full review
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