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Our top choices for University of Cape Town hotels

A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a clear sky.

1. Carmichael House Boutique Hotel

Carmichael House Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
0.3 km from University of Cape Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Excellent accommodations. "
Canada
Hendrik
The price is S$424
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Carmichael House Boutique Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a mountain in the background.

2. On Pinewood Guest House

On Pinewood Guest House
3.0 star property
3.1 km from University of Cape Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"A most stunning part of Cape Town under the mountain - Beutiful property and access to lounges, kitchen and pool."
United States
christopher
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
On Pinewood Guest House
A room with a large window, a sofa with cushions, and a view of mountains.

3. Riversong Guest House

Riversong Guest House
4.0 star property
2.9 km from University of Cape Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay an only 200m to start line of the two oceans. "
Germany
Maximilian
The price is S$367
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Riversong Guest House
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped entrance.

4. City Lodge Pinelands

City Lodge Pinelands
3.0 star property
1.9 km from University of Cape Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (269 reviews)
"Staff is great and welcoming, all amenities are in the room that I want. Overall just a great hotel for the price point"
United Kingdom
Christian
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
City Lodge Pinelands
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe.

5. All Africa House

All Africa House
3.0 star property
1.1 km from University of Cape Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"A great no-frills option in Cape Town. You will be at the UCT campus. Rooms are small but have everything you need. Note that there are units with shared bathroom."
United States
Clarissa
The price is S$74
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
All Africa House
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside
4.0 star property
2.1 km from University of Cape Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (439 reviews)
"The hotel was in excellent conditions. The staff was very friendly and the service was excellent. I would stay again."
United States
Gretchen
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside
A hotel entrance with a paved driveway, parked cars, and a mountain backdrop.

7. Southern Sun Newlands

Southern Sun Newlands
4.0 star property
2.9 km from University of Cape Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (104 reviews)
"Lovely view of the mountains -nice buffet breakfast"
United Kingdom
kofi
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Southern Sun Newlands
A white colonial-style building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a thatched roof.

8. Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
3.0 star property
1.1 km from University of Cape Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (151 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, setting was convenient, room was clean and comfortable, and breakfast buffet delicious."
United States
Jennifer
The price is S$190
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
A modern living room with a grey armchair, a small round table with a book and a cup, a mirror, and a view of a building through large windows.

9. Neighbourgood Newlands

Neighbourgood Newlands
3.0 star property
3 km from University of Cape Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (65 reviews)
"Overall great experience"
United States
Annah
The price is S$92
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Neighbourgood Newlands
A covered outdoor area with potted plants, a wooden bench, and a door leading to another section.

10. Cape Town Micro Apartments

Cape Town Micro Apartments
3.0 star property
1 km from University of Cape Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (30 reviews)
"I enjoyed the convenience to the shops and road to CBD, however, my booking was mixed up , the room I got is not the one I paid for and had to complain and the second day was moved to a better room but sill was not the one I booked and paid for. I tried to explain this to the owners of the place and because was traveling with my wife and a 5 months old daughter we could not cancel the booking."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is S$38
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Cape Town Micro Apartments
A wooden dining table set outdoors with chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

11. Medindi Manor

Medindi Manor
3.5 star property
1 km from University of Cape Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Staff is exceptional and great breakfast!"
Germany
Christian
The price is S$253
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Medindi Manor
A hallway with a wooden door, a chandelier, and a stained glass window.

12. VILLA PUCCINI

VILLA PUCCINI
4.0 star property
2.9 km from University of Cape Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Liz and Carlo were very welcoming, and Villa Puccini was the perfect place for us to rest our heads for two nights before heading back to the US."
United States
Chloe
The price is S$237
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
VILLA PUCCINI
An outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a tiled roof.

13. Riverlodge Backpackers

Riverlodge Backpackers
3.0 star property
2 km from University of Cape Town
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"This place was terrible. To start, they tried to make me pay again when I already paid online. I had to speak to the owner on the phone who lied to me about it and was extremely rude. I booked two private rooms and they tried to make me share a room with another guest. I refused because I paid more to have my own room. They do not provide wifi like is advertised and when I pressed the owner, he gave me one coupon for 100mb internet for two rooms (4 people). I told him it was advertised online as...
United States
Bradley
The price is S$51
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Riverlodge Backpackers
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a sunset over water.

14. Annex Lodge

Annex Lodge
3.0 star property
2.6 km from University of Cape Town
6.6 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"happy to come back, clean , friendly staff"
Australia
Olga
The price is S$44
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Annex Lodge
A wooden table with a dictionary, a leather sofa, and a wooden deck with a tree.

15. Green Elephant Backpackers

Green Elephant Backpackers
2.0 star property
1.4 km from University of Cape Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"Foi muito bom.quartos limpos Funcionários prestativos"
Brazil
Debora V
The price is S$52
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Green Elephant Backpackers
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a slow cooker, and a sink.

16. V & A Backpackers

V & A Backpackers
3.0 star property
2.2 km from University of Cape Town
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is S$40
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
V & A Backpackers
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

17. Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard
3.0 star property
2.9 km from University of Cape Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"The hotel staff are friendly and willing to help in any ways ,the hotel is in a convenient location. I will recommend friends and family to stay at the hotel when ever visiting Cape Town."
United States
Lugard
The price is S$149
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard
A modern reception area with a long reception desk, multiple bar stools, a yellow sofa, and a large mirror.

18. CampusKey Cape Town

CampusKey Cape Town
3.5 star property
0.2 km from University of Cape Town
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
CampusKey Cape Town
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a painting, and a wardrobe.

19. Room-relaxing Guest House in The Heart o

Room-relaxing Guest House in The Heart o
2.5 star property
2.6 km from University of Cape Town
The price is S$62
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Room-relaxing Guest House in The Heart o
A spacious indoor pool area with a wooden staircase, lounge chairs, and a variety of plants.

20. Banksia Boutique

Banksia Boutique
4.0 star property
0.8 km from University of Cape Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Loved our room and the entire hotel. I believe there were only 2 other guest rooms occupied when we were there in late March 2026. Breakfast was delightful and Rizea was particularly nice to pack us a to go breakfast when we needed to leave early in the morning on our first day there. Loved the glassed enclosure and the beautiful indoor gardens. We’d definitely stay there again! "
United States
Lynette
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Banksia Boutique
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Compare popular hotels close to University of Cape Town

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a clear sky.
Carmichael House Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
46 reviews
View
A balcony with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a mountain in the background.
On Pinewood Guest House
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
8 reviews
View
A room with a large window, a sofa with cushions, and a view of mountains.
Riversong Guest House
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
57 reviews
View
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped entrance.
City Lodge Pinelands
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
269 reviews
View
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe.
All Africa House
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
22 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near University of Cape Town

A courtyard with a large tree, tiled flooring, and a modern building with a glass entrance.

Little Scotia Guest House

Little Scotia Guest House
3.0 star property
Rondebosch
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (53)
The price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Little Scotia Guest House

Other attractions near University of Cape Town

Rhodes Memorial

You can learn about the history of Cape Town with a trip to Rhodes Memorial. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.
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Top University of Cape Town Hotel Reviews

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

Vineyard Hotel

Vineyard Hotel
Newlands

8/10 Good

The grounds of the hotel is amazing. Loved the balcony to sit outside and take in the gardens and Mountain View. Great breakfast spread. Free and secure parking.
Singapore
joyce
Reviewed June 9, 2019
Vineyard Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around University of Cape Town?

University of Cape Town is located in an area of Cape Town known for its beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 28 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Cape Town?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from University of Cape Town. Other good options within a short distance include Banksia Boutique and Cape Town Micro Apartments.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to University of Cape Town?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Cape Town.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Cape Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to University of Cape Town.

What can I see and do near University of Cape Town?

You'll want to browse the collections at South African National Gallery, Iziko South African Museum and Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa. Explore notable local landmarks like Castle of Good Hope, District 6 and Atlantic Rail. You can catch a show at Artscape Theatre Centre, Cape Town City Ballet and Baxter Theatre Centre.

How can I get to University of Cape Town?

Head over to Mowbray Station for metro transport. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, you may want a car rental for your journey.