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A white colonial-style building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a thatched roof.

1. Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

Observatory

Paul

$119

$138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a TV.

A hallway with a white door marked 106, a potted plant, and a number 107 sign on the wall.

A covered outdoor area with potted plants, a wooden bench, and a door leading to another section.

A compact kitchen with a coffee maker, toaster, and microwave on the countertop, a dishwasher, and a small dining area with two chairs and a table.

2. Cape Town Micro Apartments

Observatory

Anonymous traveler

$26

$33 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view.

A rooftop pool area with a view of a mountain, wooden deck, and modern buildings.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling light fixture.

A modern multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a flat roof.

3. Riverlands Sunbird Studio

Observatory

"This property was booked by Expedia as the original property booked with our trip turned out to be fraudulent. expedia arranged this quickly with the host. the property has biometric entry which we were not aware of until we arrived as this is usually done 24hours before , however the host contacted us and we got it sorted. The place is secure with parking and uses facial and number plate recognition for entry. There are security and the front desk is manned 24hours. It is a central location as...

Fazlin

$108

$108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A bar area with a wooden counter, stools, and various food and drink items.

A building with a white facade, arched windows, and a decorative balcony railing.

A backyard with a swimming pool, a tree, and a swing set.

A wooden table with a dictionary, a leather sofa, and a wooden deck with a tree.

4. Green Elephant Backpackers

Observatory

Debora V

$27

$31 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase.

A room with a large window, a sofa, a table, and a hanging light fixture.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a water dispenser.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and large windows.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

1.4 km from Observatory

Taryn

$93

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped entrance.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo in a landscaped area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a wall-mounted shelf.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a patterned carpet.

6. City Lodge Pinelands

2 km from Observatory

Tarzan

$96

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A hotel entrance with a paved driveway, parked cars, and a mountain backdrop.

A modern hotel lobby with a check-in counter, a reception desk, and a seating area.

A modern lobby with red sofas, a bar area, and a stone wall.

A buffet area with various breads and pastries displayed in baskets.

7. Southern Sun Newlands

4.2 km from Observatory

Isabelle

$89

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the city, and decorative ceiling lights.

A conference room with tables, chairs, a projector screen, and a view of the beach.

A modern building with multiple balconies and a paved walkway.

8. Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa

5.2 km from Observatory

Gabriela

$129

$149 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A buffet setup with various food containers, plates, and a coffee machine.

A rooftop terrace with a wooden deck, metal chairs with blue cushions, and a view of a cityscape and mountains in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a spiral staircase, a reception desk, and two patterned chairs.

9. Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

5 km from Observatory

Esther

$82

$95 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern living room with a TV, seating, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern indoor pool area with wooden flooring, seating, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed with a view, a flat-screen TV, and a small table.

10. The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

City Bowl, 4 km from Observatory

JERRY EDWARD

$111

$128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the street through large windows.

A modern office chair by a window with a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a bed, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern building entrance with glass doors and a visible interior seating area.

11. Century City Hotel Urban Square

5.6 km from Observatory

Briggitta

$103

$120 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

An outdoor dining area with a round table, chairs, and a bench.

A white building with multiple windows and a chimney, surrounded by trees and a cobblestone street, with mountains in the background.

A serene indoor garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a seating area with a view of the interior.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and trees.

12. Vineyard Hotel

4.6 km from Observatory

Emma

$263

$302 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A cozy bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a wall mural.

A metallic trailer with a sign reading "Rooftop Safari" on a wooden deck with chairs and a table, surrounded by a wooden fence and greenery.

A wooden ceiling, a white counter with framed artwork, and a hanging plant basket.

A coffee bar with a sign reading "Coffee the Vodka of Morning," a menu board above, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

13. Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel

5.1 km from Observatory

"Conveniently located by shops and restaurants/ bars on Long Street, this hotel is clean and really nicely decorated. The breakfast was delicious, the beds super comfy, the bathrooms modern, and the rooms nice and quiet. What really stood out was how thoughtful and helpful the staff were — especially at the front desk. I've stayed here a couple of times now and can't wait to come back next year."

Marian

$71

$81 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, yellow chairs, and a wooden table.

A hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and palm trees in front.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table.

A modern lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, a white sofa, a black leather armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a potted plant.

14. Colosseum Hotel

6.3 km from Observatory

Felicia

$122

$140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bathroom with a large window, a marble sink, and a decorative chair.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and candles, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, large windows with a mountain view, and a chandelier.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent Ferris wheel, historic buildings, and a marina with boats.

15. Taj Cape Town

5 km from Observatory

Kul

$180

$209 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a mirror, and a view of the bathroom and kitchen through a window.

A modern building with a large glass window, a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a central round table with a vase of flowers, a staircase with wooden railings, and a large window with a view of the outside.

A white building with a central entrance, flanked by columns, and a clock above the door.

16. City Lodge Hotel GrandWest

7.3 km from Observatory

Thembi

$90

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and city views.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a mountain.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large brick wall mural, and a seating area with multiple chairs and tables.

A rooftop terrace with tables and chairs, a view of the cityscape, and a sunset.

17. Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl

City Bowl, 5.3 km from Observatory

Neftali

$114

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A room with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, and a patterned wall.

A hotel building with the name 'ONOMO HOTELS' on the facade.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by glass walls and potted plants.

A restaurant interior with a counter, food display, and hanging decorative lights.

18. ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Foreshore

4.7 km from Observatory

Brent M

$69

$79 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A rooftop pool area with outdoor seating and a view of surrounding buildings.

A modern bar area with a polished floor, a coffee machine, and shelves stocked with various bottles.

A row of wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, arranged on a stone patio.

A modern high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a visible entrance.

19. Cresta Grande Cape Town

City Bowl, 5.1 km from Observatory

Ditte Kær

$89

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A view through a window of a landscaped garden with a pond, palm tree, and a flag.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a white sofa, a red cushion, and a decorative bowl.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

A residential property with a patio, a view of the sea, and a well-maintained lawn.

20. Cotswold House

6.9 km from Observatory

Leonard

$94

$108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Our prices for hotels in Observatory are cheapest in June

Top landmarks in Observatory

Cape Town Science Centre

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

Cape Town Science Centre is just one of the attractions in Observatory, Cape Town so you might want to stop by during your trip. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Cape Town has to offer, head to Groote Schuur Hospital, University of Cape Town, and Vincent Pallotti Hospital.

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South African Astronomical Observatory

Observatory is home to South African Astronomical Observatory, so why not stop by during your stay in Cape Town. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at South African Astronomical Observatory, you'll love Africa Centre and Iziko South African Museum, both located nearby.

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Heart of Cape Town Museum

If museums are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Heart of Cape Town Museum in Observatory. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the museums in the area. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to see more of the museums in Cape Town, you can easily walk to Cape Town Science Centre.

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Magnet Theatre

If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Magnet Theatre in Observatory. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Artscape Theatre Centre, Cape Town City Ballet, and Baxter Theatre Centre are not far.

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Check out reviews of Observatory hotels guests love

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

Observatory

10/10 Exceptional

anita

Cape Town Micro Apartments

Observatory

10/10 Exceptional

Anonymous traveler

A spacious lounge with a large sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table, surrounded by potted plants and natural light from arched windows.

A bathroom with a large window, a sink, a mirror, and a potted plant.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and several potted plants.

A white building with a balcony, a pool, and potted plants.

Dorp Hotel

Cape Town City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

Teresita

A wine cellar with rows of wooden barrels and tables set up for tasting.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a chair.

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, a large umbrella, and a view of the cityscape.

Cape Heritage Hotel

Cape Town City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

samantha

Vineyard Hotel

Newlands

10/10 Exceptional

Scott

Taj Cape Town

Cape Town City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

Amena

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A modern dining area with tables, chairs, and a decorative partition.

A modern interior with a large potted plant, two framed artworks, and a view of a building outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and ottoman, a decorative partition, and a view of the outdoors.

Zest Boutique Hotel

Cape Town City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a small table, and a large mirror.

A dining area with a glass door leading to a corridor, a black tiled floor, and a red wall with framed pictures.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, a fan, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with two beige armchairs, a round coffee table with a magazine, and decorative wall art.

Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel

Cape Town City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

Jordy

A poolside area with a view of the ocean, a lounge with cushions, and a beach in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a view of the ocean, and a wooden ceiling.

A coastal view from a balcony overlooking a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

A modern two-story house with a stone wall entrance and a balcony.

POD Camps Bay

Camps Bay

10/10 Exceptional

KLM fed me some poisoned breakfast on the 2nd leg of a 3-legged dog, 32 hour journey here, leaving me vomiting from both ends on the flight from AMS to CPT. This gave me the perfect excuse to do what I came here to do - absolutely nothing. I'm going into day 3 of a 4 day stay and have only left the hotel once to get anti-acid from the store down the street. I just wanted to come here to say I went to Africa. I dont want to annoy a lion or try to bury some white guilt in visiting Nelson Mandela's...

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