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Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town

5.0 of 5
Beach Rd, Granger Bay, Cape Town Central 8002, South Africa (Formerly Radisson SAS)
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Ranked #37 of 121 hotels in Cape Town Central
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Senior Contributor
47 reviews 47 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Wonderful location (close to Green Point stadium), short walk to The Waterfront area, plenty of restaurants. BIG and comfortable bedroom and the bathroom as well. Excelent internet speed. Restaurant area and the food and breakfast are wonderful. Excellent and nice staff (no exceptions). My disappointment was the pool: full of birds, birds scat on the edge of the pool, birds... More

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear cruiserbrazil, Thank you very much for taking the time to deliver such a positive response. Our feathered friends can be a little lawless at times, but we are dealing with them as kindly possible. We look forward to welcoming you back when next your travel brings you to Cape Town! Best Regards Michael Rathgeb GENERAL MANAGER More

Berlin, Germany
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17 reviews 17 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I chose this hotel because it belongs to the Radisson Blu hotels and remained not disappointed. The service was overall perfect, my Business Class room very spacious and comfortable. The views towards the Atlantic Ocean are worth the extra money! This hotel is well connected with the Waterfront thanks to a shuttle bus. It also provides reliable taxi services for... More

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear DiplTraveller, On behalf of our team we would to like to thank you for your detailed review of our hotel. It is such a pleasure to receive such positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back when next your travels bring you to Cape Town. Best regards Michael Rathgeb General Manager More

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I use the Radisson for both business and personal use and it has always impressed me for a number of reasons. Excellent staff, proximity to everything, the outside veranda is one of the best sites in Cape Town for cocktails etc., the rooms are spacious and comfortable particularly the suites that get upgraded to from time to time. Quite frankly,... More

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear KevinH, Thank you for taking the time in sharing your positive experience with us and other viewers. We are delighted to have received such a response, and look forward to welcoming you back when next your travels bring you to Cape Town. Best regards Michael Rathgeb General Manager More

Cape Town
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

My birthday present to my husband was a week-end at this hotel. We arrived early and as the rooms were ready , we were allowed to check in. What a pleasant reception! Everybody at the reception desk was friendly and co-operative. Service overall was faultless. Throughout our stay the manager was so concerned as to whether we were comfortable and... More

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear Alraz, What a pleasure reading your review! Thank you for taking the time in sharing your fantastic experience with us and other viewers. We glad to have played a role in such a memorable occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back for your stay next stay. Best regards Michael Rathgeb General Manager More

Johannesburg
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

I stayed at the hotel for Mothers Day and stayed for an event I was invited to the following day .We were picked up at the airport by the concierge,no waiting or any confusion. I forgot a few things at the hotel upon checking out the following day and Kashefa from housekeeping was kind enough to keep it for me... More

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear Sinobia A, Thank you for your positive review of our hotel! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to welcoming you back when next your travels bring you to Cape Town. Best Regards, Michael Rathgeb GENERAL MANAGER More

UK
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

My third stay and again perfect. I'm on business and have a business class room on the second floor, Tomorrow I leave. I remain of the opinion that this is in my top ten hotels in the world and have nothing else to add.

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear UkBobC, Your response is very much appreciated, thank you for taking the time to deliver your comments. We are delighted to have received such a response, and look forward to welcoming you back when next your travels bring you to Cape Town! Best Regards Michael Rathgeb GENERAL MANAGER More

Leeds
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We arrived on Sunday morning in Cape Town at the hotel - earky doors, the rooms were not ready which was great as we were told it may not be possible - however here is where the great service begins. The reception staff were great and offered us a room to drop our luggage in and freshen up until our... More

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear AnthonyMLeeds, Thank you for taking the time to deliver such a sincere response. We look forward to the privilege of hosting you when next your travels bring you to Cape Town. Best Regards Michael Rathgeb GENERAL MANAGER More

Zurich, Switzerland
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013 via mobile

In 5 days the hall leading to our room hasn't been vaccumed even once. As to our room : average , with staples on the floor falling from the bed just where you step out from the bed.... What a disappointment !!!!

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear Ariane1986, We appreciate you taking the time to deliver your comments regarding your recent stay with us. Your feedback is very valuable to us and will be used to fine tune our operations in the hope that upon your next visit, we can meet or exceed your expectations. Best Regards, Michael Rathgeb GENERAL MANAGER More

Milton Keynes, England
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We have just returned from South Africa and had an amazing 4 nights at the Radisson in Cape Town. Our check in was quick and amazingly even though we arrived early in the morning one room was ready and the other one was ready as soon as we had had some breakfast. Our room was big and clean and had... More

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Dear Ushers, On behalf of our team we would like to thank you for your detailed review of our hotel. It is such a pleasure to receive such positive feedback. Also for your comments with regard to the windows, thank you for bringing this to our attention, your comments have been noted and will be dealt with accordingly. Many thanks... More

Fairfax Station, VA
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
74 helpful votes 74 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Stayed here in Feb 2013 with my Dad. The hotel was our base for seeing the greater Cape Town attractions before heading north to Sabi Sands. The location is scenic, quiet and a convenient 10 min walk to the waterfront area shops and restaurants. We very much enjoyed the common areas of the hotel : - the pool area. Nice... More

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Michael R, General Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Dear ffxstation, Thank you for taking the time to deliver such a positive review after your stay with us. We are delighted to have received such feedback and look forward to hosting you at the next occasion when your travels bring you back to Cape Town! Best Regards Michael Rathgeb GENERAL MANAGER More

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Additional Information about Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town

Also Known As:
Radisson Cape Town
Cape Town Radisson
Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town South Africa
Address: Beach Rd, Granger Bay, Cape Town Central 8002, South Africa (Formerly Radisson SAS)
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Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Cape Town Central
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#23 Family Hotels in Cape Town Central
#23 Business Hotels in Cape Town Central
#31 Luxury Hotels in Cape Town Central
Price range (per night): RM680 - 1,348
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Uniquely located on the glittering azure waterfront of Cape Town, the hotel has the majesty of the legendary Table Mountain soaring behind it and every shopping and eatery delight beside it.It’s also a heartbeat away from Cape Town’s pulsing business centre, an easy stroll (or complimentary shuttle) to the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with its myriad of world-class shops, restaurants, cinemas and colourful working harbour, or a short hop to Africa’s most beautiful beaches and the call of our lush and ancient winelands beyond. The state-of-the-art Cape Town International Convention Centre is a mere 5 minutes away.The Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront provides the finest service, setting and comfort making your stay always one to remember and certainly one to repeat. ... more   less 
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