The Grey Hotel

Hotel with pool bar, near Cape Town International Convention Centre

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The Grey Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Long Street. After splashing around at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Minibar
CA $79
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16

Why we love this property

Breakfast and bar options
This hotel tempts taste buds with a cooked-to-order breakfast to start the day. Patrons can also unwind with drinks at the inviting bar.
Poolside summer escape
This hotel's seasonal outdoor pool offers the perfect setting for a refreshing dip. The poolside bar serves up drinks to complete the aquatic escape.
Rest in Italian luxury
Each guestroom boasts premium bedding with Frette Italian sheets and down comforters. Memory foam mattresses ensure blissful slumber in curated spaces.

Room options

A room with a bed, a red desk lamp, a blue chair, a patterned rug, and a superhero poster on the wall.
A four-poster bed with white linens, a nightstand with a radio, and a poster on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a poster, and a TV on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a red lamp, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Business Double Room (1)

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a shelf with towels.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a painting above the bed.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a painting on the wall, and a lamp on the nightstand.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted picture.

Room (2)

Exceptional
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A modern bathroom with a white sink, dark stone tiles, a wooden shelf with towels, a mirror, and a toilet paper holder.
A rooftop terrace with a table, chairs, and potted plants.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a large mirror, and a pink artwork on the wall.
A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a large ornate mirror, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a red and white patterned rug.

Room (3)

Exceptional
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A modern bathroom with a white sink, dark stone tiles, a wooden shelf with towels, a mirror, and a toilet paper holder.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer and lamp, a TV, a window with blinds, and a mirror.
A bed with rose petals, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.
A room with a desk, chair, television, and a stone wall.

Room (4)

Wonderful
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A person seated at a wooden desk with a laptop, a lamp, and a pineapple on the table.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a painting, and a bathroom with a stone wall.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a stone-textured wall.

Room (5)

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a wooden shelf with a towel.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, a fruit bowl, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a vase with red flowers, and a small table with a glass and a metal container.

Room (6)

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and toiletries on a shelf.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a picture on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a bedside table, and a nightstand.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a window with blinds, and a poster on the wall.

Room (7)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a white sink, a round mirror, and a glass-enclosed shower area.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, a hanging coat rack, and a window with blinds.
A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a desk with a chair, a window with a view of a building, and a poster on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a remote control, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room (8)

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A desk with a lamp, a radio, and a window overlooking a green chair and pink flowers.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a flat-screen TV, a poster on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, a mounted TV, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a radio, a TV on the wall, and a poster.

Room (9)

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and toiletries on a shelf.
A four-poster bed with a white duvet, a wooden floor, and a small bedside table with a lamp.
A four-poster bed with white linens, a desk with a lamp, and a chair in a room with wooden flooring and a large window with blinds.
A four-poster bed with white linens, a large ornate mirror, and two bedside lamps.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed (10)

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and a glass-enclosed shower.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are two lamps on the desk and a picture frame on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A corner desk with a lamp, a radio, and a remote control. There is a chair in front of the desk.

Room (11)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a toilet, a shower, and a sink.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a wall with pictures.
A bedroom with a bed, white bedding, a window with blinds, and a vase with flowers.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a wall with photos and a TV.

Room (12)

Exceptional
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and various wall decorations.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a bedside table with a radio, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, white bedding, a window with blinds, and a vase with flowers.

Comfort Room

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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49 Napier Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Long Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 21 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 14 min walk
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 28 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Espressolab De Waterkant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ala Turca - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Manhattan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Pickle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Box - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Grey Hotel

  • The Grey Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Long Street. After splashing around at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 13 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Free reception (select days)

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

The Sky Bar - Onsite rooftop bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 190 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 450 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to May

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Village Lodge Portfolio
Village Lodge Portfolio Cape Town
Village Portfolio Cape Town
Grey Hotel Cape Town
Grey Cape Town
The Grey Hotel Hotel
The Grey Hotel Cape Town
The Grey Hotel Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Grey Hotel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Grey Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Grey Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Grey Hotel.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Grey Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 450 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Grey Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Grey Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Grey Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. The Grey Hotel also has a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's the area around The Grey Hotel like?

The Grey Hotel is in Cape Town City Centre, a short 10-minute walk from Long Street and 15 minutes' walk from Cape Town International Convention Centre.

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The Grey Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The restaurant and piano bar offered excellent dining experiences with great food and live music. (8 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great cute hotel in a great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with friendly and helpful staff!
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a great stay. Lovely friendly staff and very comfortable rooms in a great location
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at the Grey Hotel, it was clean and lovely with excellent staff. The location is convenient to a lot of food and shopping.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay in great location. The hotel was spotless, the staff were all fantastic. Would highly recommend and would definitely come back
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8/10 Very good

Fantastic location, funky hotel with roof bar on weekends. Room was tiny but functional
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a fantastic stay at the Grey. Everyone was just lovely and friendly, the location was perfect on the room was beautiful. Would 100% recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were warm and friendly and very accommodating. I feel like I made some new friends. Can’t wait to come back!
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10/10 Exceptional

Was an amazing place to stay. Very central and lovely staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, excellent parking, helpful staff, nice roof area
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are super friendly and go out of the way to facilitate any easy and comfortable stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property in a great location with great people
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10/10 Exceptional

Great boutique hotel, lovely roof top pool and bar area, and all the staff were incredible I entered as a guest and left as family.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it great rooms, amazing staff, tasty breakfast roof bar, easy walk to the Waterfront, would happily stay here again
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10/10 Exceptional

Always our go-to in Cape Town. Great value rooms, amazing area and lovely staff!
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel clean modern rooms bed very comfy! Staff all friendly and breakfast was nice. Good location for walking to Long Street and 20 min to V&A waterfront or Uber is very reasonable. Really nice restaurants in Cape Quarter minute walk away, also has good supermarket, Clicks and used Sorbet nail bar all excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Boutique Hotel

Another great stay in the lovely boutique hotel. Excellent helpful friendly staff and very clean rooms.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cozy hotel in a perfect position

We found the Grey the best place where to stay while visiting Cape Town and sorrundings
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic boutique hotel in the trendy De Waterkant area. 15 mins walk to V&A. Lovely room (4) had fourposter bed and a huge private terrace with Table Mountain view. The staff were beyond helpful and very friendly. Excellent breakfast and great value for money. I highly recommend. I also used the offered shuttle to and from the airport which was safe and reliable. I will be back soon.
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved the staff, the decor, and the overall vibe as well as walking around the neighborhood.
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8/10 Very good

Really lovely and warm staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Grey and its staff were great: incredibly helpful and so nice. When/if we go back to Cape Town, we will stay there again, and will also recommend to all our friends.
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely lovely boutique hotel. Central, safe lovely room and all staff! Highly recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

AMAZING ...GOOD LOCATION. NEAR CAR RENTAL... AND SITES
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8/10 Very good

Excellent service

Very happy with the stay. The place was very clean and staff were very accommodating