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Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Portswood Road, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa

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Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Welcome to the Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge, where your adventure in the stunning city of Cape Town begins! Located at Portswood Road in the vibey V & A Waterfront, this luxurious 4-star hotel is just a breezy 1.3mi from the bustling city center. Prices start from just $262, making it a fantastic spot for those looking to balance comfort and adventure in the mother city.

Dive into the delightful offerings of this hotel, especially their enchanting breakfast that promises to kickstart your day with energy! Whether you're looking to unwind in the soothing spa or catch a thrilling snorkeling session (available at an extra charge), there’s something for everyone. Keep up with your fitness regime in the complimentary fitness center, or enjoy a little rough and tumble on the tennis court (for those eager to go that extra mile). With convenient amenities like a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi, and private parking, you won't have to worry about a single thing during your stay.

But that's not all! With 1663 glowing reviews from fellow travelers, this hotel is sure to win your heart over. Picture evenings filled with live music performances that will make your soul sing and delightful dinners at the on-site restaurant to tantalize those taste buds. So pack your bags, grab your sunnies, and get ready for an unforgettable Cape Town adventure at the Protea Hotel, where luxury meets the essence of fun!

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the Stonebreakers Restaurant, where delectable culinary wonders await! With an ambiance that strikes the perfect balance between family-friendly, modern, and romantic, this dining gem serves up international cuisine that caters to every palate. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy date night or a family feast, you’ll be charmed by the delightful atmosphere and the menu crafted to ensure every bite is a celebration of flavors. Give your evenings a lift as you indulge in a delightful dinner and toast to your adventures in the city!

But the fun doesn't stop at the restaurant! With live music performances that will have you tapping your feet and maybe even dancing in your seat, the hotel offers vibrant evenings filled with unforgettable entertainment. It’s the ideal way to unwind after a day full of adventures exploring the stunning Cape Town waterfront. Friendly smiles and lively tunes create an atmosphere that’ll make you feel right at home while tickling your fancy for relaxation and fun.

Aside from the hotel's impressive amenities and entertainment, the various room types promise the perfect escape after a thrilling day. From cozy rooms designed for couples to spacious family accommodations that can host larger groups, you’ll find your perfect space to recharge and dream about tomorrow’s escapades. With such a carefully crafted blend of luxury, comfort, and entertainment, the Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge invites you to create unforgettable memories in the breathtaking backdrop of Cape Town!

Closest airports

Cape Town International Airport

11.4mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

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Rooms

Larger Guest room, 1 King Bed in Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Enjoy spacious comfort in our Larger Guest room, featuring a luxurious king bed and a stunning view. With air conditioning, free toiletries, and a private bathroom, your stay will be as relaxing as it is stylish.

2 Bedroom Guest Room, 2 Double Beds in Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

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2 Bedroom, 2 Double

2 Double Beds

280 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Room, 2 Bedrooms (2 Double Beds) is 355 square feet and includes 2 double beds 131-150 width.

Guest room, 1 Double Bed in Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

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This suite features a electric kettle, and cable TV. The mini-bar fridge is stocked on request.

2 Bedroom, Bedroom 1: 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), Bedroom 2: 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) in Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

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2 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

280 sqft

Private Bathroom

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The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle and heating. The unit has 2 beds.

Larger Guest Room with Twin Beds and Sofa Bed in Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

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Room - 2 Twin, Sofa Bed

2 Twin Beds

1 Sofa Bed

215 sqft

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Spacious double room with twin beds, a sofa bed, and a private bathroom. Enjoy a view, air conditioning, and free toiletries in this 215 sqft room.

2 Bedroom, Bedroom 1: 1 Double, Bedroom 2: 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) in Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

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2 Bedroom, Multiple Beds

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

280 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Enjoy a spacious and stylish Double Room with two bedrooms and comfortable bedding for up to 4 adults and 3 children. Relax in 280 sqft of modern comfort, with air conditioning, a scenic view, and free toiletries.

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Junior Suite Corner

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner is 301 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width.

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Twin Room, Sofa Bed

1 Twin Bed

1 Sofa Bed

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2 Bedroom, 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

Minibar

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Standard Studio

110 sqft

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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This studio has a view and air conditioning. The mini-bar fridge is stocked on request.

Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

205 sqft

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Room, 2 Twin Beds is 205 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width.

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Double Room, Sofa Bed

1 Double Bed

1 Sofa Bed

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Guest reviews

7.8

1,663 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Pamela

8.2

September 2023

Great location, tasty breakfast. Very good service. Friendly and helpful staff.

The rooms in building 2. It feels like u are not part of the main hotel and living in a school environment. Load shedding affects this area as there was no generator. Therefore the lifts don’t operate which is a problem for luggage, prams, elderly people etc The rooms are renovated beautifully but this external issue put a negative aspect to the hotel.

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Sarah

8.2

November 2023

The Marriott Protea Waterfront is ideally suited for the Waterfront in Cape Town. Far enough from the hubub to be peaceful, near enough to walk and enjoy the wonderful offerings of the location. Chilled water with cucumber and fruit daily in Reception and coffee was much appreciated. Spa was excellent and very affordable and the university buildings and setting in an old prison was really very interesting and fun. Parking in the car park was easy to access and safe and the security staff were welcoming and there was plenty of space. Overall a really lovely home from home.

Glass doors on the toilet and shower were an interesting choice and the water outage on the last day was unfortunate, but couldnt be helped.

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Chris

8.2

November 2023

Breakwater Lodge is in a great location, just 10 minutes easy walk from the V&A Waterfront and all that it has to offer. The hotel feels safe. The rooms are a decent size and very clean and well looked after. The staff at reception are very helpful. If you're lucky, your room may also have a bit of a view of Table Mountain. I wanted somewhere with modern facilities so that I could spend a couple of days catching up with the outside world in comfort and still enjoy the V&A Waterfront and what Cape Town has to offer. The Breakwater Lodge fitted the bill exactly, and was a good price considering its location.

Everything went well and as I hoped it would.

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Kevin

8.2

January 2024

We stayed a week in this hotel and it was great as a base. It was a safe walking distance (2-3 mins) to the V&A waterfront so close to plenty of restaurants and bars. The hotel was clean with air conditioning that worked, the staff were helpful with any queries that we had and there was a great choice for buffet breakfast every morning. We were upgraded to a suite so the extra room space was very much appreciated and it was quiet. The second room with 3 beds was smaller but was suitable. As the hotel has three different blocks, I did request that our rooms be located in the same block which the staff were able to arrange.

With the high temperatures did miss having a pool but as we had lots ot trips arranged it really wasn't an issue and the beach wasn't far away.

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Andrew

8.2

January 2024

Quiet and comfortable room, clean facilities, very convenient location

My room was on the side of the college which made it a bit strange and was confusing to get to. This detail was not explained in the description of the hotel when I booked. However, it did make for a nice quiet room. Although I mostly felt safe, as a woman alone I was not always comfortable walking from my room in the college section to the Waterfront through the building and into the garden. I was assured security was present but I did not see any in my immediate vicinity. The restaurant could do with a better menu and more advertising as it was mostly empty and did not give a good impression.

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Tshepo

10

January 2024

Location was excellent 10/10 - it was a brisk 5 minute walk to the V&A waterfront, a 2 minute walk to the Sightseeing bus station, access for Ubers was also top notch. Breakfast was between so-so and acceptable (my very subjective view). It was typical hotel buffet of tasty and fresh fair, but the variety was on the limited side. On the overall I recommend and would keep eating there as their breakfast does a great job of filling one up for a few gruelling hours (even past lunch) of mall trawling, sightseeing and beach visits.

Room was not so great - we got a double room with each room having a medium sized bed (good for kids sharing) and we found both the room cramped and the bed on the small side for adult couple sharing.

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Erika

8.2

January 2024

Right in the middle of the sprawling and super nice Waterfront, easy access on foot to the shops and restaurants. Safe to walk between the hotel and the reataurant/shopping area even after dark. Interesting fact also that the hotel is located partly in a former prison building that has been converted into hotel rooms and lecture halls for the local university.

Due to the very strong winds during our stay, the construction of the windows made a lot of noise and hence it was difficult to get a good night's sleep. It sounded at times as if the windows were going to crack and crash into the room. The double bed was a little small for two adults, but all-in-all comfortable.

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Carlotta

10

January 2024

The staff was helpful and friendly, the rooms were clean, the bed comfortable and the location was superb!! We also really enjoyed the breakfast and how the staff bent over backwards to please us and get us what we wanted. We also made use of the Concierge for information and booking tours and taxis. The Concierge staff, Rolene and Laurien, were fantastic, helpful and friendly.

We booked a taxi from the airport to Breakwater - through the hotel, with the price being added to our room and it cost 1050ZAR (+ tip). Then, on the way home, we booked a taxi back to the airport from Breakwater for a cost of 350ZAR. Why the huge discrepancy? (We felt taken advantage of as we landed, not knowing anything about the prices in the country!!)

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Duane

9.1

November 2023

The hotel itself is clean and modern and the facilities comfortable. As an added bonus, part of the hotel is converted from the infamous Breakwater Prison from colonial days. The halls, windows and doors are all original style, showing the thick impenatrable walls. But in the end, it all comes down to the staff, as it does at any great establishment. Even though Protea is a major chain in South Africa, the staff presence, friendliness and helpfulness all have that boutique hotel vibe.

Dissapoint is too strong a word, but one area that is being improved already - be aware that the hotel shares a campus with the Cape Town Graduate School of Business, and I'm guessing either doubles as college housing, or was housing at one point. The twin rooms (seperate beds) actually feel exactly like you are back in a college dormitory. Clean and comforatable, but basic. All other rooms have been updated reflecting the quailty of facility you'd expect and are quite nice.

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Sean

8.2

October 2023

Our visit was so quick that the only dining option we had was the hotel restaurant for dinner and breakfast the following morning. Both meals were very good as was the restaurant service. Also, I had to receive a special delivery item (an art piece to take home) and the hotel received on my behalf until we checked in. Hotel is in a prime location for dining and shopping but our delayed flight limited these options. :-(

For my mother and me I booked a room with two separate bedrooms, which were fine but there was no common area! Buyer beware! I assumed for the price of the room a common area would be a feature, but not the case. We stayed only one night so not a big deal, just a surprise. The hallways are very narrow and to pass by the maid's cart with a suitcase was actually challenging!

Points of Interest Around Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Attractions

Two Oceans Aquarium

0.1mi

Cape Town Stadium

0.4mi

Noon Gun

0.9mi

Lion's Head

1mi

Long Street

1.2mi

South African Jewish Museum (SAJM)

1.5mi

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

5.7mi

Langa Township

7mi

Rhodes Memorial

8.3mi

Duiker Island

11.5mi

Jordan Wine Estate

19mi

Simon’s Town

19.6mi

Delheim Wine Estate

27.1mi

Delaire Graff Estate

29.1mi

Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

31.1mi

Restaurants

Stonebreakers Restaurant

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Amenities of Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

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Stay rules - Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property