DE WATERKANT HOUSE, Cape Town – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
De Waterkant House offers studio and duplex cottages with king-size beds that convert to twins. Rooms include kitchenettes or fully equipped kitchens, ensuite bathrooms with showers, and private courtyards or terraces. Features include air conditioning, mist fans, panel heaters, electronic safes, hair dryers, and tea/coffee stations. Some units offer views of Waterkant Street or the historic Dixon Street neighborhood.
Dining Options
No onsite restaurant. The neighborhood features over 30 food stalls at Mojo Market (5-minute walk), serving African cuisine, oysters, poke bowls, and dim sum. Five bars offer beer, wine, and cocktails. Café Manhattan on Waterkant Street serves burgers, salads, and cocktails. Espresso Lab in De Waterkant provides coffee cupping sessions.
Location & Transportation
Located in De Waterkant at the foot of Signal Hill, surrounded by cobbled streets and colorful Cape Dutch architecture. 5-minute walk to Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village with boutique shops. 10-minute walk to Bree Street cafes. 2.5 km from V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain Aerial Cableway. 2 km from Zeitz MOCAA and Greenmarket Square.
Local Attractions
Steps from Bo-Kaap Museum and its brightly colored houses. First Thursdays events offer free gallery and museum entry monthly. Cape Quarter features art galleries and alfresco dining. V&A Waterfront includes 450 retail outlets, Two Oceans Aquarium, and harbor cruises. Table Mountain accessible via hiking trails or cable car.
Services & Facilities
Housekeeping provides linen and towel changes after every fourth night. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms. No gym or pool on site. Yoga classes available nearby. LGBTQ-friendly bars and venues within walking distance, including Café Manhattan and establishments on Dixon Street.
Choose the Room
Check Dates & Room Rates
Getting around
All Transportation Options at a Glance
Amenities
General
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
- Swimming pool
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Tea and coffee facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
