The Westin Cape Town Hotel
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The Westin Cape Town Hotel Review
The sophisticated 5-star Westin Cape Town Hotel, located 5 minutes by car from South African National Gallery, boasts an outdoor pool and a fitness studio. The luxury hotel is situated in the heart of Cape Town, a short distance from such cultural attractions as Bo-Kaap Museum.
You may order an English breakfast in the restaurant. Westin features 3 dining venues, including Raleighs, the à la carte restaurant serving international dishes. The cigar bar is ideal for a relaxing drink.
This Cape Town property has an ideal setting 1.1 km from Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village Neighbourhood, while natural sights like the Military Rd. Signal Hill are 2.5 km away. The Westin Cape Town is also set on lush valleys and a wildlife park, a few moments from The African Dance Theatre.
The sophisticated accommodation is also within close distance of Table Mountain. The Westin Cape Town Hotel is located in the conservation area of Cape Town, approximately a 5-minute drive from Cape Town International Convention Centre.
Some of the 483 air-conditioned rooms at the accommodation are furnished with a sofa set and a work desk, and appointed with a coffee machine and a minibar. They are outfitted with exclusive decor. Guests will also enjoy unique views of the mountain.
Cape Town train station is within minutes of the property and Cape Town International airport is a 17-minute drive away.
Guests can request a sauna and a sunbathing terrace at extra charge. This Cape Town hotel offers snorkelling, diving, and hiking while bicycle and car hire is also available. Sports lovers can participate in bike loans and horse riding tours arranged by the property. Onsite wellness options include a wellness area and a spa lounge along with beauty therapy, pedicure, and manicure. Finally, the Westin Cape Town houses a conference room featuring banquet and meeting facilities, and a photocopier.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Gorgeous brand-new hotel with bars and restaurants.
- Central location with free parking.
- Within 10 minutes' walk of steers.
- Rooms are well-appointed and lovely modern and all with a separate shower, a stocked refrigerator and a bidet.
- Some units with nice decor.
- Fresh breakfast with a beautiful view.
- A magnificent restaurant serves contemporary meals.
- Executive cigar bar.
- Excellent service; amenities are great.
- Rates are good.
- Occasional complaints about a few unprofessional staff members.
- Disappointing nearby area.
Key Features
- 2 swimming pools
- private parking
- free wifi
- family rooms
- airport shuttle
- non-smoking rooms
- spa and wellness centre
- tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- bar
- fabulous breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Facial
- Beauty treatment
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Make up services
- Fitness centre
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village 1.54 km (5052 ft)
- Two Oceans Aquarium 1.71 km (1.06 mi.)
- Castle of Good Hope 1.64 km (1.02 mi.)
- Slave Lodge Museum 1.45 km (4757 ft)
- Cape Town International Convention Centre 160 m (525 ft)
- Chavonnes Battery Museum 1.32 km (4331 ft)
- Victoria & Alfred Waterfront 2.61 km (1.62 mi.)
- The Cape Wheel 1.66 km (1.03 mi.)