SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
23 Buitengracht Street Corner Buitengracht & Strand Street, Cape Town Central 8000 South Africa
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The hottest new hotel in Cape Town city centre comprises 202 bright, modern and spacious bedrooms; standard rooms with queen size beds, family rooms each with 2 double beds, executive rooms & suites. After a busy day head to Vigour & Verve where great food and drinks are served all day long. Only minutes from the V&A Waterfront, the hotel has great connectivity with guest access to free WiFi throughout the property. Hip and fresh with a design edge, the bustling location of SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl inspires visitors to explore the city. The stylish 14 Stories Rooftop Bar is a welcome retreat for guests looking to relax in style and offers access to an outdoor pool deck overlooking Cape Town harbour and Lions Head. With panoramic views of Table Mountain the top floor located gym will satisfy guests looking to keep fit or work up an appetite before venturing out into the surrounding foodie district. The hotel has dedicated basement parking and meeting rooms are available.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Free breakfast
Kids stay free
Highchairs available
Airport transportation
Car park
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Rooftop pool
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Wine / champagne
Rooftop bar
Car hire
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Rooftop terrace
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Sun terrace
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Bottled water
Kitchenette
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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23 Buitengracht Street Corner Buitengracht & Strand Street, Cape Town Central 8000 South Africa
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Great for walkers
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We stayed at the sun square with a cricket tour, and it did the job. The room has a nice walk in shower and the beds are comfortable, if you are a sports fan there are 6 sports channels which show all the premier league football.
The hotel was close to the cricket ground which was good, and only 10 mins in a taxi to the waterfront.
The breakfast was good, lots of choice good service
We did have an issue in the bar the first night, make sure the person who has been serving you sorts your bill out as we were accosted the following day and accused of not paying a bill we had paid
The 14 stories bar is a lovely place to relax, fabulous views of table mountain. The drinks are great and reasonably priced and the wine delicious and cheap
Overall I would recommend this hotel. One thing to mention is we thought the hotel had a pool, but it is so small slightly bigger than a bath, so don’t expect any opportunity for a swim or sunbathing
The hotel was close to the cricket ground which was good, and only 10 mins in a taxi to the waterfront.
The breakfast was good, lots of choice good service
We did have an issue in the bar the first night, make sure the person who has been serving you sorts your bill out as we were accosted the following day and accused of not paying a bill we had paid
The 14 stories bar is a lovely place to relax, fabulous views of table mountain. The drinks are great and reasonably priced and the wine delicious and cheap
Overall I would recommend this hotel. One thing to mention is we thought the hotel had a pool, but it is so small slightly bigger than a bath, so don’t expect any opportunity for a swim or sunbathing
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Chandresh S, General Manager at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 14 Jan 2020
Dear Valued Guest Thank you for choosing SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl for your stay in Cape Town, and for your valuable feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cape Town in the near future Warm regards Chandresh General Manager
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Perfect adress for a short trip to Cape Town. The Price - Performance is very good It is a very good location to start excursions. The Top roof bar isat execellent, you have a beautiful view over Cape Town. Anytime again!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Chandresh Singh, General Manager at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 10 Mar 2020
Dear Valued Guest Thank you for choosing SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl for your stay in Cape Town, and for your valuable feedback. I am delighted that we delivered on your expectations, and that you had a great stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cape Town in the near future Warm regards Chandresh General Manager
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We stayed 4 nights and enjoyed great friendly service, great food and a wonderful room with a direct view of Table Mountain.
All staff were helpful from the receptionists, concierge and security to the waiters and chefs working in the open kitchen. They all clearly enjoyed their roles and wanted to ensure our stay was as good as it could be.....a credit to them and the policy of Tsogo Sun hotels who own this property.
The position is ideal and safe, just two blocks from Long Street (bars, eateries and a central stop for hop on hop off bus tours) with reasonable access to the V and A Waterkant and Bo Kapp districts. In fact we recommend this location rather than that of the many hotels located in the V and A.
We would definitely stay again when the opportunity arises.
All staff were helpful from the receptionists, concierge and security to the waiters and chefs working in the open kitchen. They all clearly enjoyed their roles and wanted to ensure our stay was as good as it could be.....a credit to them and the policy of Tsogo Sun hotels who own this property.
The position is ideal and safe, just two blocks from Long Street (bars, eateries and a central stop for hop on hop off bus tours) with reasonable access to the V and A Waterkant and Bo Kapp districts. In fact we recommend this location rather than that of the many hotels located in the V and A.
We would definitely stay again when the opportunity arises.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Chandresh Singh, General Manager at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 10 Mar 2020
Dear Valued Guest Thank you for choosing SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl for your stay in Cape Town, and for your valuable feedback. I am delighted that we delivered on your expectations, and that you had a great stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cape Town in the near future Warm regards Chandresh General Manager
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We stayed here with the Barmy Army during the second cricket test in Cape Town. The hotel was very clean and efficient. The staff in every department were excellent, friendly and willing to help. The room staff came in every day and we had no reason to fault anything, the bed was comfortable and the shower/toilet great. The restaurant and bar staff were very helpful and efficient. The reception staff were friendly and helpful and provided great advice when we were going out and about. All in all a great stay and we would recommend this hotel. The location was great and almost everything we wanted to see in Cape Town was within easy walking distance. Yes there are a number of big issues in the city but staying at this hotel could not be counted among them.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from Chandresh S, General Manager at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 14 Jan 2020
Dear Valued Guest Thank you for choosing SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl for your stay in Cape Town, and for your valuable feedback. I am delighted that we delivered on your expectations, and that you had a great stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cape Town in the near future Warm regards Chandresh General Manager
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Hotel had good accommodations, internet, and restaurant. We were allowed to keep the room for a late flight on the day of departure. Location was a cab ride away from the V and A Waterfront where shopping and restaurants were plentiful. Shady characters hung around area near hotel making walking dangerous.
Included tours, guides, and drivers kept us safe and showed us the sights of the city and surrounding areas.
Included tours, guides, and drivers kept us safe and showed us the sights of the city and surrounding areas.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Chandresh Singh, General Manager at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 10 Mar 2020
Dear Valued Guest Thank you for choosing SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl for your stay in Cape Town, and for your valuable feedback. I am delighted that we delivered on your expectations, and that you had a great stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cape Town in the near future Warm regards Chandresh General Manager
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Staff were lovely. Lady at reception wonderful and was our personal Zomato. House keeping manager aos ways goes around checking all rooms everyday to check the cleanliness. perfect location.
The buffet food had a bit of cross contamination. not enough spoons or tongs for each plate, you would have to use the same tong to pick up different items of food.
The buffet food had a bit of cross contamination. not enough spoons or tongs for each plate, you would have to use the same tong to pick up different items of food.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Andrew Makau, Owner at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 18 Mar 2023
Dear Diogo A, Thank you for taking your time to give us feedback. We really appreciate it as it gives us the opportunity to improve on our service. Kind regards, Andrew Deputy General Manager
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The lady at reception was really helpful checking us in and had the etiquette of a 5 star hotel check in clerk.
We spent four nights in a family room facing bo kaap. The room was clean and comfortable with a new fresh feel.
Breakfast selection was ok and very covid friendly. Staff were amazing.
The pool area was quiet and beautiful with incredible views of bo kaap, the harbour and mountains.
Conveniently situated with easy highway access to all major attraction routes and short walking distance to the Cbd, kloof st, bo kaap and company gardens.
Will definitely stay here again.
We spent four nights in a family room facing bo kaap. The room was clean and comfortable with a new fresh feel.
Breakfast selection was ok and very covid friendly. Staff were amazing.
The pool area was quiet and beautiful with incredible views of bo kaap, the harbour and mountains.
Conveniently situated with easy highway access to all major attraction routes and short walking distance to the Cbd, kloof st, bo kaap and company gardens.
Will definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Chandresh Singh, General Manager at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 11 Mar 2022
Dear Fatima Thank you for taking the time to post a review, and the great comments. I am delighted that we delivered on your expectations and you had a great stay. WE look forward to welcoming you back to SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl in the near future. Warm regards Chandresh
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We were part of a large conference group and really enjoyed our stay here. The food was fantastic throughout the week, the kitchen and restaurant staff were brilliant.
The rooms were fairly small in size but with lovely bathrooms and all the extras needed.
The only issue we had was with the disorganised roof top bar staff, who were not lead by a good team manager. We waiting 45 minutes for our drinks order during happy hour and didn't receive any money off our bill. I think they need to look at the service they provide on the roof top as it is such a lovely feature of the hotel.
I also had to pay cash for the shuttle back to the airport as the hotel reception staff didn't take my card payment at checkout. This has meant I haven't been able to claim the taxi expense to my work as I don't have any paperwork.
But overall staff were great.
The rooms were fairly small in size but with lovely bathrooms and all the extras needed.
The only issue we had was with the disorganised roof top bar staff, who were not lead by a good team manager. We waiting 45 minutes for our drinks order during happy hour and didn't receive any money off our bill. I think they need to look at the service they provide on the roof top as it is such a lovely feature of the hotel.
I also had to pay cash for the shuttle back to the airport as the hotel reception staff didn't take my card payment at checkout. This has meant I haven't been able to claim the taxi expense to my work as I don't have any paperwork.
But overall staff were great.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Chandresh Singh, General Manager at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 10 Mar 2020
Dear Valued Guest Thank you for choosing SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl for your stay in Cape Town, and for your valuable feedback. Please accept my sincere apologies for the mix-up with the shuttle payment. Is there anything we can do with regarding to issuing you a receipt? My direct email address is chandresh.singh@tsogosun.com. Please let me know We look forward to welcoming you back to Cape Town in the near future Warm regards Chandresh General Manager
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A beautiful hotel in a fantastic location! This was the first hotel we stayed at on our honeymoon and we were not disappointed. The room had a wonderful view of Lions head, the rooftop bar was a great place to relax with beautiful 360 views and great choice of food and drinks. This hotel is a short walk to the waterfront and the hop on hop off bus stop on Long street - perfect for getting to the best places!
The staff were attentive and professional, Misa, Siya and Amazement were all extra helpful during our stay. We can't wait to return one day. Thanks for making our trip to Cape Town so memorable!
The staff were attentive and professional, Misa, Siya and Amazement were all extra helpful during our stay. We can't wait to return one day. Thanks for making our trip to Cape Town so memorable!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Andrew Makau, Owner at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 18 Dec 2023
Dear annanK3406PL, Thank you for taking your time to rate and comment about our facilities. I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. Kind regards, Andrew Deputy General Manager
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the hotel was superb in every aspect. the check in was easy and the room decor amazing. the food was top quality and will definitely return. Al staff were extremely courteous and always willing to help
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Chandresh S, General Manager at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Responded 07 Feb 2020
Dear Valued Guest Thank you for choosing SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl for your stay in Cape Town, and for your valuable feedback. I am delighted that we delivered on your expectations, and that you had a great stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cape Town in the near future Warm regards Chandresh General Manager
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This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Breakfast Weekdays 06h30 - 10h30 Weekends 07h00 - 11h00.
Yes both are available you just need to dial housekeeping from your room and it will be delivered to your room no charge
Hi it’s not too far to the V & A probably less than 10 mins. You will be “helped across the roads” for some loose change if you do during the day.
I wouldn’t recommend walking to or from the V & A during the evening though. It’s not necessarily dangerous but you don’t want to put yourself in any possible issues. Safer to use Uber which is what we did. Walking in the evening to restaurants nearby the hotel is fine. We went to a fab Italian in the next crossroads called Villa 47. Very good and always busy so book. Hope that helps
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R 1,914 - R 3,091 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl
Which popular attractions are close to SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl?
Nearby attractions include Uwe Koetter Jewellers (0.5 km), Baraka Gifts and Decor (0.4 km), and Shimansky Jewellers Rockwell (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, a rooftop bar, and free wifi.
Which room amenities are available at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl?
Guests can enjoy a rooftop bar, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl?
Conveniently located restaurants include Osteria Tarantino, Bouchon Wine Bar & Bistro, and Madam taitou ethiopean restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl have airport transportation?
Yes, SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.5 km away from the centre of Cape Town Central.
Are any cleaning services offered at SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.