From the quiet of the bush to the energy of the Waterfront.
Discover the journey belowThe Portswood Hotel pool courtyard at dusk, Cape Town.
A welcoming city base
A stay with its own character.
A historic hotel near the entrance to the V&A Waterfront. After your safari, settle into the city’s dining, harbour walks and coastal day trips from this Cape Town base.
V&A Waterfront area
Historic hotel character
The Cape Town stay in Bush to City
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Your stay, in more detail.
History at the Waterfront
A historic well and former prison cells are incorporated into The Portswood’s lobby and restaurant, while maritime memorabilia contributes to its character. The hotel stands at the entrance to the V&A Waterfront, with harbour walks and the wider Waterfront nearby.
A base for Cape Town days
The City Bowl, Bo-Kaap and Atlantic seaboard can be explored from this base. A Peninsula day towards Cape Point and Boulders Beach adds coastal scenery, while a Table Mountain visit can be planned around suitable weather.
A change of pace after safari
In Bush to City, The Portswood follows Kapama River Lodge. Flights from Hoedspruit to Cape Town may be direct or connecting according to the schedule. Extra Cape Town nights provide room for the Winelands or a slower city stay.