The Cape RoyalevsThe Table Bay
Both The Cape Royale and The Table Bay Hotel are rated highly by writers. On balance, The Cape Royale ranks marginally higher than The Table Bay Hotel. The Cape Royale comes in at #22 in Cape Town with positive reviews from 6 reviews including Frommer's, Time Out and Oyster.
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
The Table Bay
Table Bay Hotel, Table Bay Breakwater Blvd Quay 6, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $223/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure
"Rising eight stories above ships and fisheries, the Table Bay has picture-perfect harbor views and direct access to waterfront shops and restaurants." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Exuding the nautical charm of a cruise liner, the Table Bay Hotel has a heated salt-water pool, perhaps the only tropical sea water you’ll find during your stay in the Western Cape."
Time Out
"Certainly one of the most elegant hotels in town, this impressive site boasts lofty classically inspired interiors and an ideal position in the Waterfront, with great views." Full review
Star Service
"Adjoining a large shopping mall, next to the water in the prime tourist district, this well-regarded hotel offers plenty of style and pampering." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Popular with both business travelers and tourists, owing partially to its convenient location on Cape Town's waterfront... features include a free breakfast buffet." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
86.3
"The blue-roofed contemporary-Victorian hotel opened by Nelson Mandela is in "a great location," connected to the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre." Full review
Fodor's
"The decor is sunny, with huge picture windows looking onto the mountain, marble mosaic and parquet floors, and lots of plants, including the hotel's trademark floral arrangements." Full review