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Cape Town Micro Apartments

Cape Town Micro Apartments
3.0 star property
Observatory
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."
United States
Anonymous traveller
Cape Town Micro Apartments

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
3.0 star property
Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140)
"Such a beautiful property with a very rich history, I thoroughly enjoyed staying here."
United States
Leigh
The price is ฿2,971
฿3,451 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

Green Elephant Backpackers

Green Elephant Backpackers
2.0 star property
Observatory
The price is ฿816
฿1,543 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Green Elephant Backpackers

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 5.1 km from Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (290)
"Great location and the staff were very concerned about our safety!"
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿4,163
฿4,788 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
3.0 star property
11.6 km from Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1052)
"Clean room - very polite and capable staff - good food."
United States
Peter
The price is ฿2,051
฿2,359 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (722)
"Great location and really nice hotel "
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is ฿5,143
฿5,973 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
4.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 5.1 km from Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (649)
"Lovely place to stay. "
United States
Gustavo
The price is ฿4,789
฿5,563 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

President Hotel

President Hotel
4.0 star property
Sea Point, 8.7 km from Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (697)
"Relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is ฿6,258
฿7,197 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
President Hotel

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 4 km from Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (179)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
david
The price is ฿3,280
฿3,773 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel
4.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 6.2 km from Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (915)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, location is great for the waterfront "
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is ฿7,038
฿8,094 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Commodore Hotel

Hyatt Regency Cape Town

Hyatt Regency Cape Town
5.0 star property
5.5 km from Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598)
"The staff was phenomenal, friendly and welcoming with a high level of hospitality and helpfulness truly made us feel good . One thing to make that 4 stars rating jump to 5 stars … is the upkeep of the room , i felt it had some old furniture and some items really didn’t belong to the place (like having a coffee table as a bed side table) "
United States
Mohamad
The price is ฿5,681
฿6,599 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Hyatt Regency Cape Town

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
4.0 star property
11.8 km from Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Excellent hotel great shuttle to airport and back very friendly staff"
United States
Ria
The price is ฿5,543
฿6,438 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

Hotel Sky Cape Town

Hotel Sky Cape Town
3.5 star property
City Bowl, 4.9 km from Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"This property was a nice location to stay."
Canada
Peter
The price is ฿3,675
฿4,268 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Sky Cape Town

Southern Sun The Cullinan

Southern Sun The Cullinan
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 5 km from Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (234)
"The reception area is spacious and staff friendly and helpful. The room was clean, large and very comfortable. "
United States
Brenda
The price is ฿4,859
฿5,587 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Southern Sun The Cullinan

Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
3.0 star property
5 km from Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (628)
"courteous helpful staff , rooms clean, breakfast great meals. "
United States
cheryl
The price is ฿2,027
฿2,639 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
3.5 star property
City Bowl, 5.3 km from Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (305)
"Excellent stay. "
United States
Lilantha
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
3.0 star property
Green Point, 6.2 km from Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (777)
"Lovely location, awesome history but the room airon, room size and no gym let it down. "
Canada
Conrad
The price is ฿4,303
฿4,998 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Blaauwberg Beach Hotel

Blaauwberg Beach Hotel
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (184)
"The room and service were excellent and we will be back!"
United States
ERASTUS
Blaauwberg Beach Hotel

The Hyde All-Suite Hotel

The Hyde All-Suite Hotel
4.0 star property
Sea Point, 8 km from Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (352)
"This hotels location is amazing it’s one block to the promenade. The breakfast needs some help, staff never refilled any of the juices etc. and to be honest the staff were the most unfriendly I’ve encountered. The kids club is a nice touch if you have children. The upper desk has a beautiful view. "
United States
Kelly
The Hyde All-Suite Hotel

Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town
5.0 star property
City Bowl, 5.1 km from Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Excellent room and breakfast. Friendly staff and a beautiful hotel"
United Kingdom
Sunita
The price is ฿5,886
฿6,836 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Taj Cape Town
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Where to stay in Observatory

Find the best Observatory areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Enjoy superb waterfront shopping and dining and exquisite views at South Africa’s most visited destination.

Camps Bay

Stunning sunsets and perfect blue water, scuba diving, mountain scenery and beachfront restaurants all make this one of Cape Town’s most popular beach suburbs.

Sea Point

Bring the kids to the playgrounds and cafés in this dynamic, rejuvenated coastal area in the shadow of a mossy mountain.

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 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.

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 Magnet Theatre 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?
If you're searching for places to stay in Cape Town, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 24 Observatory hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
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 South African Astronomical Observatory while you're in the neighbourhood. Heart of Cape Town Museum, 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.