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Southern Sun Newlands

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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Property entrance
Interior entrance
Suite
Bar (on property)
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
7 Main Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700
  • Newlands Cricket Ground
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Newlands Stadium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room with Two Double Beds

Double Room with Two Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Cape Town

At Southern Sun Newlands you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Newlands Cricket Ground and Newlands Stadium. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Newlands Cafe, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 6728 square feet (625 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Newlands hotel include Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • Newlands Cricket Ground - 5 min walk
  • Newlands Stadium - 8 min walk
  • University of Cape Town - 4 min drive
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive
  • Table Mountain - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Newlands Station - 4 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 15 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Limnos Bakers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tin Roof - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪JC Brasserie - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tiger’s Milk - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun Newlands

Suburban hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 6728 square feet (625 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Southern Sun Newlands also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and laundry facilities. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cape Town hotel.

  • 162 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • 6728 sq ft of conference space
  • 625 sq. m of conference space
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Southern Sun Newlands offers 162 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cape Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Bihari
  • Newlands Cafe

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Baby bath
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 6,728 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Southern Sun Newlands

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number 4950199705

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Newlands Southern Sun
Newlands Sun
Southern Sun Newlands
Southern Sun Newlands Hotel
Sun Newlands
Sun Newlands Hotel
Southern Sun Newlands Hotel Cape Town
Southern Sun Newlands Cape Town
Southern Sun Newlands Hotel
Southern Sun Newlands Cape Town
Southern Sun Newlands Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Southern Sun Newlands?

Southern Sun Newlands offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Southern Sun Newlands?

Yep, Southern Sun Newlands has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Southern Sun Newlands?

The closest beach to Southern Sun Newlands is Camps Bay Beach (8.5 km).

What makes Southern Sun Newlands a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Southern Sun Newlands.

Is Southern Sun Newlands family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as baby baths and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Southern Sun Newlands is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Southern Sun Newlands?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Southern Sun Newlands?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Southern Sun Newlands?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Southern Sun Newlands?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Southern Sun Newlands Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 81 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had 6 guys in total staying at your Hotel and they have all complained! I am shocked to see your rating is so high when we had 6 unhappy guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I booked in a bunch of employees into the Hotel for a client event close by and the feedback has been terrible!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was told by my CEO that this Hotel is terrible and he will never stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel Atta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience during our time
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

y b

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel.and rooms and bathrooms need renovation. No showet in room. And no tap mixers in baths
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Southern Sun never fails to deliver.
The Southern Sun chain is an African institution that has been operating for years. I always use it whenever I can as it never fails to deliver on its service and it always feels like coming home. The Newlands team are always very friendly and the food is amazing. The breakfast buffet will also set you up for the day with its vast choices. Rooms are spotless.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristin, Leyland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My kids and I absolutely loved staying here. The staff is so kind, the room was warm and cozy in the cold rainy weather, and the breakfast is amazing!!!! Really, stay here for the breakfast. They have everything and lots of it. Excellent coffee! We loved it. Our room had a lovely view of Table Mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhavin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and helpful. Driver was also very polite and punctual.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Amanuel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our recent stay at this hotel was generally enjoyable, with just a minor hiccup that impacted our experience. The only issue we encountered was with the fridge in our room. Hoping to keep some food and drinks fresh, we utilized the fridge, only to discover that it wasn't working as expected. We were informed that it's a cooler, not a fridge, but unfortunately, the cooling function wasn't operational at all. As a result, we had to discard the perishable items we had purchased. Despite this inconvenience, we want to highlight that our overall satisfaction with the hotel remains high. The level of service provided by the staff was commendable, and they were responsive to our needs throughout our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff at counter etc. Very helpfull. However dinner service/duration etc needs improvement. Was not happy with service. Breakfast service again was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Karien

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel, great location and great staff
The hotel was very clean and exceeded our expectations. We had a last minute late night booking and the staff especially Helena was waiting for us to check in. She was very helpful and made a long night enjoyable. The breakfast in the morning was excellent and the location was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location in a nice upmarket & safe area in Cape Town (behind Table Mountain). Some good restaurants in walking distance around. Great parking. Room was a decent size, however smelt of tobacco smoke. It could do with an upgrade & freshen up. The only USB charger point we found was on the back of the TV (but only charged with the TV on). Could do with a few more points elsewhere in the room, as all other hotels we have stayed in have. The shower (in bath) was a nightmare to use, difficult taps to turn, meaning hot water continued to run until husband's muscle power could turn it off. Not great having extremely hot water running when children using it. Despite negatives, would stay again for location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

HG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023