Southern Sun Cape Sun – Family Hotel in Cape Town | From 107$/Night

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About the Hotel

Strand Street, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

“The location was perfect for exploring Cape Town's attractions.”view full review

Rooms & Suites

Southern Sun Cape Sun offers 368 rooms and suites with free uncapped WiFi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs with DStv channels. Options include Standard Rooms with king beds, Executive Rooms with workspaces, and Family Rooms with twin double beds. Suites feature walk-in closets, lounge areas, and en-suite bathrooms with Jacuzzis. The two Penthouse Suites and two Presidential Suites include private lounges, dining areas, and kitchenettes. Rooms offer views of Table Mountain, Robben Island, or Table Bay.

Dining & Drinks

Riempies Restaurant serves breakfast buffets and Cape Dutch-Malay fusion dishes like slow-cooked beef cheek with bitter chocolate. Le Bar and Lounge features mirrored walls, chandeliers, and cocktails. The menu includes chocolate Mayan yogurt and cinnabun melba toast by Executive Chef Alfred Henry. In-room dining is available.

Leisure & Fitness

The hotel has an indoor pool and a gym with Technogym equipment. Business travelers can use the Business Centre with printing and secretarial services. Backup power is available during load shedding.

Location & Attractions

The hotel is in Cape Town's City Bowl, a 10-minute walk from Bo Kaap, the Castle of Good Hope, and Long Street. Nearby attractions include Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, and Boulders Beach penguin colony. The Cape Town International Convention Centre is 1 km away.

Services & Events

Services include concierge, laundry, and secure basement parking. The hotel has nine meeting rooms for up to 650 delegates. Family packages allow two children under 18 to stay and eat breakfast free. Romantic packages include in-room wine and turndown service.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Standard King Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Suite Non-Smoking

2 persons

57 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Double Room Two Double Beds Smoking

2 persons

30 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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Standard King Room Smoking

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Cape Town500 m

Airports

Cape Town International (CPT) 19.1 km

Train

Woodstock Railway Station 2.3 km

Salt River Railway Station 4.0 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Amazing Breakfast Experience

“The breakfast at Southern Sun Cape Sun was absolutely good! With a wide variety of options, including Western and Indian dishes, pastries, and fresh fruit, it truly stood out as one of the best hotel breakfasts I've ever had. The staff at the egg station were incredibly accommodating, fulfilling my requests with a smile.” view full review

Lovely Views

“My room on the 29th floor offered amazing views of the city and waterfront. The cleanliness and upkeep of the room were really good, and I loved having coffee, tea, and bottled water readily available. The fridge was a nice touch, making my stay all the more convenient and enjoyable.” view full review

Luxurious Bathroom Setup

“The spacious en-suite bathroom in my executive room featured a large shower that added a touch of luxury to my stay. It truly made my experience feel like a retreat, providing both comfort and style at the same time.” view full review

Elevator with a View

“One of the highlights for me was the open-window elevators that offered fine views of Table Mountain. It was an exhilarating experience each time I used them, making every trip to my room a nice one. Watching the sunrise from there was simply amazing!” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Hiking
Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Plunge pool
Indoor swimming pool

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Strand Street, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

Map view

Strand Street, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

City landmarks

Mall

V&A Waterfront

2.3 km

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

1.5 km

Museum

District Six Museum

1.4 km

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium

1.6 km

Stadium

Cape Town Stadium

2.2 km

Gallery

South African National Gallery

1.4 km

Store

Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village

1.4 km

Gallery

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

1.6 km

Convention Centre

Cape Town International Convention Centre

1.0 km

Museum

South African Jewish Museum

1.4 km

Museum

Slave Lodge Museum

1.4 km

Planetarium

Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium

1.7 km

Theatre

Labia Theatre

1.7 km

Landmark

Noon Day Gun

1.4 km

Library

National Library Of South Africa

1.4 km

Gallery

Rust en Vreugd

1.0 km

Mountain

Signal Hill

2.9 km

Landmark

Cape Town City Hall

1.4 km

Nearby

Square

Greenmarket Square

230 m

Museum

Bo-Kaap Museum

230 m

Bree Street

230 m

Museum

Koopmans-de Wet House

230 m

Square

Church Square

420 m

Church

St George's Cathedral

230 m

Cape Town CentralSouth Africa

Adderley Street

210 m

Mall

Saint Georges Mall

230 m

Theatre

The African Dance Theatre

430 m

Museum

Iziko Maritime Centre

160 m

Gallery

The African Portrait Art Gallery

230 m

Old Town House 6 Greenmarket Square

Michaelis Collection at the Iziko Old Town House

240 m

Restaurants

Tiger's Milk

230 m

44 Long Street

Raw and Roxy

140 m

38 Hout Street Corner of Hout and Berg Street

The Grand Daddy Restaurant

160 m

38 long str.crn of castle and long.cape town

Thirty Ate

170 m

38 Long Street Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel

Sheba Restaurant

190 m

33 Hout Street Kings in Cape Hotel

Nando's Long Street

230 m

Cnr Waterkant & Long St Long Street

Phad Thai

240 m

18 Long Street

Nomad Bistro & Bar

250 m

33 Waterkant Street Cbd Cape Town

Obi

250 m

14 Long Street

Aces'n'spades Bar

270 m

62 Hout Street

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Southern Sun Cape Sun – A Favorite for Families in Cape Town

About the Hotel

Rooms & Suites

Dining & Drinks

Leisure & Fitness

Location & Attractions

Services & Events

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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