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Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Lounge
Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking
Property amenity
View from property
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray sits beside a scenic golf course in Observatory, surrounded by peaceful gardens. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, stay current with complimentary newspapers, and get local insights through the hotel's helpful concierge services.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom (Barn)

Loft, 1 Bedroom (Barn)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Liesbeek Avenue, Off Liesbeek Parkway, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925

What's nearby

  • University of Cape Town - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Groote Schuur Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Canal Walk Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Long Street - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Observatory Station - 13 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 15 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Omilo Greek Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Platō coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Fig Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The River Club - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stones - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

Hotel near Cape Town International Convention Centre
Consider a stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, an airport shuttle and a terrace. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A banquet hall, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Barbecues, a vegetable garden and free newspapers
Room features
All 70 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, kitchenettes and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (ZAR 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 195 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1986
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 260.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 195 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300.00 per person (one way)
  • Self-parking fee: ZAR 35.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 260.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Protea Hotel Mowbray Cape Town
Protea Hotel Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
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Frequently asked questions

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray on 21 Nov 2025 start from NZ$205.23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

Self-parking is available for ZAR 35.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 300.00 per person applies.

Where is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray located?

Located in Observatory, this golf hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Groote Schuur Hospital, Old Biscuit Mill and University of Cape Town. Vincent Pallotti Hospital and District 6 are also within 3 miles (5 km). Observatory Station is 13 minutes by foot and Mowbray Station is 26 minutes.

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Reviews

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

BOAHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

excellent

my staying was so exciting and anytime I pay visit to SA will be lodge there.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly. Did not like that walk ins were not welcome at breakfast. It wasn’t like that before. At 10 pm We asked for drinks at bar and front service said it was toooo late.

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property with a very rich history, I thoroughly enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's always lovely to stay at this hotel. I look forward to it every time and I hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service

Solo Travel

Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and full of historic charm. The on-site Wild Fern restaurant had delicious food and a cozy atmosphere. My only "negative" was that both Apple Maps and Google maps struggled to map directions to the property--they both routed us through the hospital drive which is closed to through traffic. Not the hotel's fault, just a heads up to other travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

lovely stay

great country atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

BOAHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Hermi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Short stay with Protea Hotel

My son and I visited CT for 4 days and according to them I booked for 2 adults. No one phoned before we arrived to confirm our booking. They couldn't help me with an explanation on how it happened; booking app's fault or theirs? Breakfast service was excellent. Our fire alarm went off twice. The reception had no idea about the fire alarm that went off at weird times - early mornings and even at night really late. Feedback would be appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa-Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wahnsinnig nettes Personal beim Frühstück und beim Ein- und Auschecken
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

I showed up and they didn't have my reservation. The staff said they weren't familiar with Expedia. Weeks later and Expedia still won't refund me. Don't stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a little haven ....you want to stay here

hotel is easy to get to ...quite central because of easy access to all the highways. Beautiful, quiet and nice surroundings. Rooms are spacious, mattress is really good. On site breakfast is excellent. Staff are great. Could not wish for anything better. this was my fourth stay here...I will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Sanford

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, spacious, very clean room. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unbelievably good value for money

Charming main building makes you feel like your in the winelands yet you are minutes from city, spacious comfortable rooms, excellent on site restaurant. Absolutely best value for money. Only drawback and reason for amazing price is the highway noise in the background. Doesn’t bother you when in your room and you can’t see it but you can hear it by pool and in public areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great access to the Cape Town airport with a wonderful restaurant - great for Cape Town trips especially for early morning flights (after long evenings in the Wild Fig Restaurant)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Hen, Hannover

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphäre gemütlich, antik, alles da, freundlich
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Henry, Capstadt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
historische Einrichtung, Ausstattung, Lage zum Flughafen, Alleinlage, sehr hilfsbereites Personal
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look for other options - very poor value!

This hotel is not only in a very difficult to find and odd location, but it felt old and run down. As a solo female traveler I felt unsafe opening my door in the dark and would not have walked to my car. My room itself was ok but outside my door the view of a 10 foot trash pile in a parking lot. There was no in room thermostat and I opened my balcony door at 3an to get some air as I was roasting and a man ( hopefully guest) was standing in the middle of the courtyard and spooked me. Perhaps smoking or perhaps other. Regardless I shut and locked the balcony door. The staff was friendly but the atmosphere and Furniture in common areas looked Like grandmas house - not in a kitschy antique way but in a run down old way. I absolutely would not recommend this hotel. Especially for a solo female traveler. I booked it by mistake but thought maybe it would be ok as it’s near UCT This may have been my most uncomfortable hotel stay of my adult life and I’m 50!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Oscar Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Protea Mowbray, the place to be!!!!!!

Amazing, amazing,amazing..place was neat and clean, staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was awesome. Special thanks to Zahra at front desk you were very helpful, friendly and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Pleasant Retreat

Improvement could be made on the grounds. A pleasant sitting place could be created for the back garden of the ground suites.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Gaynor

Rooms were terribly noisy all night. Slamming doors Other guests shouting and kids screaming up and down corridors. On a positive note - very central location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

MAM, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved that it was not in the hub of the city but still accessible to all the attractions. Loved the peace and quiet and the feeling that we were in a little place of heaven, far from the madding crowd. Loved the staff and that they ALL made us feel that we were the most important guests. Everyone from the check-in to the people who cleaned the floors, would stop and smile and ask how the day was going. Breakfast included too...and a full buffet, hot and cold and all presented with a smile. Can't beat this place. We'll be back
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Guenther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Klasse Hotel nahe Black River Office Park

Das Hotel ist etwas ausserhalb der Stadt, ca 20 Min zu Fuss vom Black River Office Park entfernt. Also noch ganz gut zu erreichen. Das Haus selbst ist landestypisch und in einem sehr guten Zustand. Auch das Personal ist freundlich, schnell so wie man es sich wuenscht.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bozidar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room next door was in process of being renovated. Chipping noise until 6pm on 28/6.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019