Situated in Cape Town, 4.4 km from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Southern Sun Newlands features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Southern Sun Newlands provides some units with mountain views, and the rooms are fitted with a kettle. All rooms have a wardrobe. The breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. CTICC is 10 km from the accommodation, while Robben Island Ferry is 11 km from the property. Cape Town International Airport is 17 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Southern Sun Hotels
Hotel chain/brand
Southern Sun Hotels

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Zamambo
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff (especially the receptionist Cindy) were all so helpful, friendly and professional. I loved the location, the staff and the rooms.
  • Lynsay
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Super location as we wanted to watch the cricket, lovely clean room, good breakfast, kids loved the popcorn machine on arrival. Lovely staff.
  • Jane
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything about the place was excellent, the service, the food and the staff was so friendly and helpful and the room was so clean and the housekeeping was done every day 💃💃💃💃💯 thank you we really enjoyed our stay
  • Lesolame
    Botswana Botswana
    Staff was very helpful and cooperative. The facility was also very clean
  • Lilly
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were super friendly. The meals were amazing and they made sure to change our linen often.
  • C
    Calvin
    Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
    The staff is friendly special mention to Hazel by the reception, she knows her job well, very good communication, very patient, very helpful.
  • Nicoleprince
    South Africa South Africa
    A very friendly and helpful staff, ready to assist at every point in time.
  • Nkiru
    South Africa South Africa
    I like that the staff are friendly , their breakfast nothinwas good with varieties
  • Ashnee
    South Africa South Africa
    Location was great and food was great Lovely hotel
  • Lindsay
    South Africa South Africa
    The dinner and the breakfast were both delicious. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room and facilities were very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay at the hotel.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Newlands Cafe
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Bihari Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Indian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Southern Sun Newlands
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • City view

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Southern Sun Newlands takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Southern Sun Newlands in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Southern Sun Newlands

  • Southern Sun Newlands offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Guests staying at Southern Sun Newlands can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go
  • Check-in at Southern Sun Newlands is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Southern Sun Newlands is 4.3 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Southern Sun Newlands include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Family
  • The prices at Southern Sun Newlands may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Southern Sun Newlands has 2 restaurants:

    • Bihari Restaurant
    • Newlands Cafe