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Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Exterior detail

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great property close to airports "
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Front of property

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1033)
"Comfortable bed for the price and close to the airport"
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Lovane Boutique Wine Estate & Guesthouse
Porch

Lovane Boutique Wine Estate & Guesthouse

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (70)
"Excellent 2 night stay"
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Lovane Boutique Wine Estate & Guesthouse
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
Outdoor pool

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (136)
"It's always lovely to stay at this hotel. I look forward to it every time and I hope to return soon."
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
Cape Town Micro Apartments
Apartment

Cape Town Micro Apartments

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (28)
"I enjoyed the convenience to the shops and road to CBD, however, my booking was mixed up , the room I got is not the one I paid for and had to complain and the second day was moved to a better room but sill was not the one I booked and paid for. I tried to explain this to the owners of the place and because was traveling with my wife and a 5 months old daughter we could not cancel the booking."
Cape Town Micro Apartments
Green Elephant Backpackers
Outdoor pool

Green Elephant Backpackers

2.0 star property
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Green Elephant Backpackers
The Villa Rosa Guest House & Self-catering Apartments
Superior Room

The Villa Rosa Guest House & Self-catering Apartments

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (157)
"Like home "
The Villa Rosa Guest House & Self-catering Apartments
Cotswold House
Tulbagh Cotswold Standard, King or Twin Beds, Upper Floor | View from room

Cotswold House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (238)
"I really enjoyed staying at cotswould hose as i was so friendly an the people was so attentive i would stay here again "
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Cotswold House
The Bantry Bay Aparthotel by Totalstay
View from property

The Bantry Bay Aparthotel by Totalstay

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"Nice Apartment Hotel right near Hop On, Hop Off Bus Stop, close to beach. Very clean with mini-kitchen, table and couch. Bed was a little too firm for our liking, but likely fine for most others. "
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Bantry Bay Aparthotel by Totalstay
Habitat Aparthotel by Totalstay
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, City View | Terrace/patio

Habitat Aparthotel by Totalstay

2.5 star property
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Habitat Aparthotel by Totalstay
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
Executive Suite | Terrace/patio

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (143)
"Great restaurants. Rooms spacious and comfortable. Quite "
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
Dilisca Guesthouse
Front of property

Dilisca Guesthouse

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Return business trip to Cape Town always a pleasure to stay at this Guesthouse"
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Dilisca Guesthouse
Blaauwberg Beach Hotel
View from property

Blaauwberg Beach Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"Lovely Beach Front Hotel "
Blaauwberg Beach Hotel
The Winchester Hotel by NEWMARK
Property grounds

The Winchester Hotel by NEWMARK

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (298)
"I found the staff in all the building to be extremely helpful, courteous, nice and friendly. "
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Winchester Hotel by NEWMARK
Banksia Boutique
Indoor pool, pool loungers

Banksia Boutique

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"Rooms were very spacious and the breakfast selection excellent."
Banksia Boutique
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Durbanville
Lounge

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Durbanville

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (106)
"Good service,friendly staff, clean rooms "
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Durbanville
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
Exterior

Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (747)
"The sunset and the view from the room was amazing! "
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Outdoor pool

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (528)
"Great location, wonderful staff, snacks and wine provided "
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Taj Cape Town
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View (2 Bedrooms) | Bathroom

Taj Cape Town

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"A really wonderful hotel, the staff and the food were amazing. Would highly recommend this hotel."
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Taj Cape Town
DysART Boutique Hotel
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

DysART Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (204)
"A lovely hotel in a great location. Staff were really friendly and welcoming, service was great. My only negative was the size of our room (we had room 9) which was quite small. I’ve since realised the hotel does have larger rooms so if you’re looking for a bit more space make sure you pick one of the other rooms. "
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
DysART Boutique Hotel
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Where to stay in Observatory

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Victoria and Alfred Waterfront showing a marina

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Cape Town Cruise Terminal or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.

Camps Bay showing landscape views, a coastal town and mountains
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Camps Bay

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.

Cape Town City Centre

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Sea Point

Sea Point

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Swimming Pool might round out your trip.

Cape Town Stadium which includes a sunset and a city

Green Point

Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Observatory like?

Observatory is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its local tours, mountain views and museums. Make sure that you visit Table Mountain National Park and Heart of Cape Town Museum as part of your Observatory travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Observatory?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray is the highest ranked property in Observatory. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels are there in the Observatory area?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Cape Town, you can choose from 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Observatory.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Observatory.

What is there to do around this Cape Town neighbourhood?

Sights like Magnet Theatre and Cape Town Science Centre can be part of your cultural tour of Observatory. You could also plan a visit to Table Mountain National Park or Heart of Cape Town Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. South African Astronomical Observatory, Irma Stern Museum and Old Biscuit Mill are just a few of the places to visit in and around Observatory. While you're out sightseeing in Cape Town, make sure that you visit other sights such as What If The World or Rhodes Memorial.

How can I get around Observatory and the greater Cape Town area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Observatory Station is the closest metro station.