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Activities
Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel
NZ$124
per adult
Guided Robben Island Historic Prison Tour with Pickup & Drop-off
NZ$102
per adult
Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience
NZ$124
per adult
From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience
NZ$228
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Mount Nelson Afternoon Tea Experience
NZ$173
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
From CapeTown: Stellenbosch Half Day Wine Tour
NZ$97
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Observatory Hotel Deals
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
Liesbeek Avenue Cape Town Western Cape
The price is NZ$202 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$202
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (146 reviews)
"This is a beautiful traditional Cape style furnished facility. A welcoming staff and servers are constantly attentive. Breakfast is plentiful, fresh and delicious and beautifully presented. The room is clean and comfortable, the amenities replenished daily. Well situated away from the noise of touristy ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Taj Cape Town
1 Wale Street Cape Town Western Cape
The price is NZ$306 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$306
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"I had an amazing 6 nights stay at this property. Must say the the hospitality of staff were superb. I was upgraded to a higher category room by Mink, front desk manager. The conscirge, Tariq is very best. He helped me plan the day trips to wineries and other day trips. Will certainly stay again in ..."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
15 Michigan Street, Airport Industria Cape Town Western Cape
The price is NZ$248 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$248
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"We really appreciated the proximity of this hotel to the airport. The free shuttle was a big plus. We arrived at almost midnight due to flight delays and were gratified to see that the bar and kitchen was open until 1 a.m. The morning breakfast buffet was wonderful. Every staff member with whom we ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Adjoining BP Service & Filling Station Cape Town Western Cape
The price is NZ$111 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$111
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,087 reviews)
"Very plain and simple if you just need a bed. No elevator or it was not working so had to lug luggage up two flights of stairs. Room small but everything worked. I would book it again if arriving too late to go into town. It is NOT walkable from airport need a taxi or uber to take you 1 km"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Dockrail Road, Foreshore Cape Town Western Cape
The price is NZ$338 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$338
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront
Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads Cape Town Western Cape
The price is NZ$285 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$285
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (919 reviews)
"Happy all round, will book with them again"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Observatory
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Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
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 Two Oceans Aquarium or Nelson Mandela Gateway might round out your trip.
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Camps Bay
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.
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 Pavillion might round out your trip.
Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Cape Town City Hall and Houses of Parliament, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the 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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