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Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

★★★ Portswood Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001, Cape Town, ZA

8.2 guest rating· 147 reviews

About this hotel

Escape to the enchanting Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge, where comfort meets elegance.

Unparalleled Relaxation

Indulge in luxurious massages, body treatments, and rejuvenating facials that will invigorate your senses and melt away stress.

Culinary Delights

Savor local cuisine at Stonebreakers Restaurant, offering a delightful buffet experience and an inviting bar/lounge, or enjoy convenient room service during limited hours.

Convenient Amenities

Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi, and take advantage of our 24-hour business center, concierge services, and event facilities, all designed for your hassle-free stay.

Whether you're here for leisure or business, embrace the vibrant surroundings and book your getaway today!

Rooms & rates

Room, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 4 · 33 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom

Room, 2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2 · 19 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 4 · 33 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2 · 19 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 1 Double Bed

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 1 Double Bed

Sleeps 2 · 19 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 4 · 33 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Room, 1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 1 · 19 m² · Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Fitness facilities
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • RV, bus, truck parking (surcharge)
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Golfing nearby
  • 24-hour front desk
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  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour business center
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No accessible airport shuttle
  • Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Computer station
  • Concierge service
  • Conference center
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Elevator
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Garden
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Multilingual staff
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetable garden
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Water dispenser
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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Portswood Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001, Cape Town, ZA

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.2147 reviews

+ Clean rooms+ Friendly staff+ Excellent location+ Good breakfastSmall roomsPoor wifi
Cleanliness8.3
Service8.7
Location8.6
Room Quality7.7
Amenities8.2
Value for Money7.8

Room two small

4.0

Staff were really nice, but the rooms were very small. We booked a two bedroom and you could barely walk in and put your luggage anywhere. You couldn’t walk into the washroom comfortably because it was so tiny. The shower stall is in a separate room from the toilet, which is fine however, it does not have a curtain or any way for the water not to fall on the floor.

monakshi · TORONTO, ONTARIO · 2026-02-16

Fantastic location and superb breakfast

10.0

The location is excellent, just a short walk from the Waterfront. It’s a fascinating property with rooms spread across several buildings of a former prison. Despite its history, the rooms were extremely clean and very quiet, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. The breakfast was outstanding, featuring specialty coffees and an omelet station where you could customize your order. Highly recommended for anyone looking for something a bit different. Would definitely stay here again!

ElinaTee · HELSINKI, UUSIMAA · 2026-02-08

We'd stay again due to its proximity to the Waterfront.

8.0

Having stayed at a number of Protea Hotels during our trip along the Garden Route and back, we found this one to be equally as good as most of the others. First and foremost the position is excellent with just a short walk across to the Aquarium and the Water Shed. Our room was comfortable - we were on the 2nd floor of Building 1 - although as in every hotel we've been in the duvet is far too heavy for the summer temperatures, even with air con. Breakfast is served in Building 3 which can be easily accessed by walking through Building 2. Breakfast is the same of all the other Protea Hotels - perfectly good with plenty of choice. We'd certainly stay again.

Booksearcher · BUDLEIGH SALTERTON, DEVON, ENGLAND · 2026-02-05

MBA Stay

10.0

As a student at the University of Cape Town GSB, I stayed at the Breakwater Lodge and enjoyed my stay. The Stonebreakers Restaurant is top notch and serves exceptional breakfasts and dinner. Walking distance to The Waterfront so can access anything you need.

prospertafadzwam · HARARE, HARARE PROVINCE · 2026-01-09

Great place to stay

10.0

Staff was Fantastic welcoming, accommodating ,and friendly.Great easy check-in. Zoe was great both times we stay in the past week The property was clean.. the location was great. Good walk to the waterfront easily for all tours and transportation

1radar1 · AURORA, COLORADO · 2026-01-08

Perfect place

10.0

This was the perfect place for us. Clean, quiet room, comfortable bed, optional breakfast buffet, onsite parking, very friendly and helpful staff and easy walking distance to the Waterfront.

Jacaranda_12 · NAIROBI · 2025-12-26

Good to know

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

Pets

Service animals not allowed

General

Professional property host/manager

Health & Safety

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Sustainability Certifications

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Marriott)