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About the Hotel

Portswood Close, Portswood Ridge, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

Dock House Boutique Hotel And Spa By Newmark offers an exclusive 5-star retreat in Cape Town's Waterfront, housed in the historic 19th-century harbour master's residence. This award-winning boutique hotel, rated among South Africa's Top 25 luxury hotels, combines private luxury with direct access to the V&A Waterfront through a private gate.

Elegant Harbor Accommodations

Each of the six elegant rooms at Dock House Boutique Hotel features luxury cotton linen and designer bathrooms. Three upstairs Luxury Rooms have balconies overlooking the bustling harbour, while two ground-floor rooms open onto a verandah facing the pool and garden. The 70 m² Luxury Suite includes a private manicured courtyard garden and Nespresso machine.

Round-Clock Dining Options

Dining options at Newmark's flagship property include on-site room service available 24 hours. Guests receive a complimentary welcome beverage upon arrival and can enjoy meals at The Dock House restaurant or explore numerous dining venues within the V&A Waterfront.

Spa and Leisure

The property features a fully equipped training center, outdoor swimming pool set next to lush lawns, and the Sanctuary Spa offering pampering treatments. A private library provides a relaxing space, while the hotel premises serve as a unique setting for intimate weddings with Table Mountain views.

Prime Waterfront Location

Dock House Boutique Hotel And Spa By Newmark is ideally positioned in the heart of the V&A Waterfront, one of Cape Town's biggest attractions. The hotel is approximately 20 minutes by car from Cape Town International Airport and within 1.5 km of major attractions including Two Oceans Aquarium, The Cape Wheel, and Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa.

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2 persons

45 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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2 persons

70 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Cape Town 2.1 km

Airports

Cape Town International (CPT) 21.7 km

Train

Woodstock Railway Station 3.3 km

Salt River Railway Station 4.8 km

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Solarium
Sauna
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Portswood Close, Portswood Ridge, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

Map view

Portswood Close, Portswood Ridge, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

City landmarks

Mall

V&A Waterfront

1.0 km

Landmark

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront

1.0 km

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium

1.4 km

Stadium

Cape Town Stadium

1.7 km

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

2.4 km

Gallery

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

1.4 km

Museum

District Six Museum

2.5 km

Landmark

The Cape Wheel

1.4 km

Museum

Chavonnes Battery Museum

1.4 km

Museum

Cape Medical Museum

1.4 km

Mountain

Signal Hill

2.0 km

Landmark

The Springbok Experience Rugby Museum

1.4 km

Museum

Cape Town Diamond Museum

1.4 km

Square

Greenmarket Square

2.3 km

Museum

Bo-Kaap Museum

2.3 km

Convention Centre

Cape Town International Convention Centre

2.6 km

Museum

Slave Lodge Museum

2.1 km

Store

Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village

2.8 km

Landmark

Noon Gun

1.2 km

Landmark

The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island

1.4 km

Landmark

Bree Street

2.3 km

Park

Green Point Park

2.3 km

Museum

Koopmans-de Wet House

2.3 km

Nearby

Square

Nobel Square

110 m

Market

The Watershed

140 m

Dock Rd Shop 1

Alfred Mall Gallery

60 m

Museum

Eyewitness

250 m

Portswood Road Building 556

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Cape Town

300 m

V & A Waterfront

360 m

Gallery

Everard Read

110 m

Restaurants

Dash Restaurant & Bar

550 m

Portswood Close

Harbour House Restaurant

540 m

Quay Four

Mitchell's Scottish Ale House

430 m

Dock Road Old Dock Master Building

Ferrymans Tavern

450 m

V & A Waterfront

Vovo Telo

460 m

Building 33 Shop 2 Dock Road Pierhead

Belthazar Restaurant & Wine Bar

610 m

Shop 153

Quay Four

530 m

4 W Quay Rd V&A Waterfront

Den Anker

660 m

Pierhead - V&A Waterfront

Sevruga Restaurant

550 m

Shop 4

Ginja

600 m

Dock Road Victoria & Alfred Hotel

Cafe Alfredo

570 m

Shop 14&15 Alfred Mall

Reviews and Ratings

Real comments from travelers who have already stayed

94%

said they enjoyed their stay and plan to return.

Great location

Spacious rooms

Limited breakfast options

Extra charge for some services

9.4/10

Perfect

Rooms

8.9

Location

9.7

Service

9.1

Dining

8.6

Emil

United States, April 2024

9.0/10

The hotel is perfectly located close to the waterfront, offering easy access to all the cultural and tourist sites. The spacious rooms feel like a private apartment, providing a comfortable stay. The staff is kind and accommodating, ensuring a pleasant experience overall.

Rooms

9.0

The room felt like our own private apartment, spacious and very comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff members were very kind and helpful, making our stay effortless and enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is amazing, just a stone's throw away from the waterfront and all the fantastic restaurants and sites. Perfect for exploring the vibrant area.

Dining

9.0

The buffet offering was excellent, providing a variety of continental and hot items to choose from for a satisfying dining experience.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay, from excellent quality towels to cold drinks available.

Great location

Limited breakfast options

Arthur

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.0/10

The hotel offers a wonderful stay with stylish and spacious rooms overlooking Table Mountain, providing a comfortable private apartment feel. The service is exceptional with considerate and accommodating staff members. The location is superb, close to the V and A waterfront yet tranquil. The dining experience is delightful with a variety of continental and hot items. Overall, a great place for exploring Cape Town with excellent value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, very well done, and stylish, feeling like our own private apartment.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent with extremely considerate and friendly staff.

Location

10.0

The hotel is superbly located near the V and A waterfront, offering easy access to attractions and restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was wonderful with a great choice of continental items and delicious hot options.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were exquisite, enhancing the overall experience.

great location

noisy breakfast room

Paul

United States, March 2024

9.2/10

Staying at this hotel was like having our own private apartment. The rooms were spacious and the bed was the most comfortable I've ever slept in. The service was top-notch with professional and accommodating staff. The location was fabulous, offering easy access to the waterfront. The dining experience was superb with a great selection of items. Overall, a great place but some noise from upstairs rooms and entry area can disrupt the peace.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and very comfortable, feeling like our own private apartment. However, noise from the room above and entry area can be bothersome.

Service

9.0

The staff was very accommodating and professional, making our stay truly special. The airport transfer service was convenient and the overall service was excellent.

Location

10.0

The location was fabulous, providing easy access to the waterfront and all the great restaurants and sites in Cape Town. A perfect choice for exploring the city.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was wonderful, offering a great variety of continental and hot items to order. A superb selection that satisfied our taste buds.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had excellent facilities, with a spacious lounge and a view into the garden, adding to the overall charm of the place.

Alice

United Kingdom, February 2024

9.4/10

The hotel's location is superb, just steps away from the vibrant waterfront area with excellent dining options. The rooms are lavish, featuring opulent bathrooms and private terraces, although proximity to the breakfast room and property entrance can be a slight inconvenience. The hotel staff are exceptionally attentive, ensuring a memorable stay in Cape Town.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are luxurious with opulent bathrooms and private terraces.

Service

10.0

The staff go above and beyond, ensuring a fully enjoyable Cape Town experience.

Location

10.0

The hotel is amazingly located just 100 meters from the waterfront, offering easy access to all the great restaurants and sites. If I return to Cape Town, this will be my first choice.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience is top-notch with a great variety of delicious meals and a fantastic view over the waterfront.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities offer everything you expect and more, making the stay truly comfortable and convenient.

George

United Kingdom, November 2023

9.6/10

The hotel offers a luxurious experience with stunning rooms that make you feel like a wealthy harbor master with large spaces and high ceilings. The location is amazing, just a stone's throw from the vibrant V&A Waterfront, offering tranquility and convenience. The dining is excellent with a great selection of high-quality food, while service is exceptional with friendly and accommodating staff. A top choice for a memorable stay.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were stunning, overlooking the garden, pool, and waterfront, with a door opening up to a lovely stretch of lawn. They were spacious with a bathroom, living room, bedroom, and storage cupboard.

Service

10.0

The staff greeted us with a smile at all times and were incredibly accommodating, making our stay smooth and enjoyable. They even arranged airport transfers with professional and accommodating drivers.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't be better, just yards from the V&A Waterfront but still offering a quiet haven of tranquility. Perfect for exploring all the cultural and tourist sites. A definite highlight of the hotel.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent with a wonderful selection of continental and hot items. The food quality was top-notch, and having access to award-winning local meats added a special touch to the meals.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were outstanding, offering everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Sam

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.6/10

The hotel offers beautiful, spacious rooms with a stunning waterfront view, but the proximity to the main road can be noisy at night. The service is exceptional and gracious, making it easy to access nearby restaurants. The location is remarkably convenient to the waterfront and attractions. The dining experience is described as delicious, especially the coffee and eggs. The facilities are top-notch.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious, well-appointed, and beautiful with an amazing waterfront view.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, friendly, and made accessing nearby restaurants very convenient.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is remarkably convenient to the waterfront and attractions.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delicious, especially the coffee and eggs.

Facilities

9.0

Top-notch facilities.

Alex

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.6/10

I found this hotel to be a truly special place in Cape Town, offering sumptuously decorated rooms with huge beds and spacious bathrooms. The breakfast spread was carefully selected with a mix of healthy and bakery options. The location was amazing, just meters away from the waterfront and an ideal spot for exploring Cape Town, though some noise from movement above could be heard.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were sumptuously decorated in warm tones, featuring huge beds and spacious bathrooms.

Service

9.0

The staff couldn't have been more helpful, especially in locating our lost bags within 24 hours.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location directly opposite the waterfront was fantastic, offering easy access to great restaurants and sites in Cape Town.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb, with a beautiful buffet spread and freshly brewed coffee served with a smile.