The Best Hotels Closest to South African Astronomical Observatory in Cape Town - 2026 Updated Prices

Our top choices for South African Astronomical Observatory hotels

1. Banksia Boutique

2.1 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Lynette

Rp2.978.465 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

2. City Lodge Pinelands

1.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Christian

Rp1.593.591 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jun - 14 Jun

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

1.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Taryn

Rp1.398.030 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

4. Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

0.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Paul

Rp1.843.406 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

5. Little Scotia Guest House

2.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Paul

Rp1.952.175 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

Executive Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

6. All Africa House

2.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Funwako Bakhile

Rp1.344.954 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

Classic Double or Twin Room, City View | Bathroom | Towels

7. Neighbourgood Loop

1.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

kianna

Rp1.090.385 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jul - 2 Jul

8. Afton Safari Lodge

2.3 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Sergey

Rp2.336.120 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

9. Riverlodge Backpackers

1.2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

"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...

Bradley

Rp719.222 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

10. Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

2.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

muhammad

Rp1.815.219 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

11. Medindi Manor

1.7 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Christian

Rp3.014.569 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Standard Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

12. Annex Lodge

0.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Olga

Rp697.299 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Economy Shared Dormitory, Patio, City View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

13. V & A Backpackers

1.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Rp727.604 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

14. Room-relaxing Guest House in the Heart o

0.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Rp943.519 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Jun - 18 Jun

15. Green Elephant Backpackers

1.2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Rp730.033 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

16. wex 1

3.1 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Rp9.043.776 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

Honeymoon Quadruple Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

17. Carmichael House Boutique Hotel

2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Hendrik

Rp5.353.609 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

18. Inn Style Guesthouse

3 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

John

Rp1.600.675 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

19. Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

1 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Dickson Osaro

Rp587.724 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jul - 11 Jul

Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

20. Room in Guest Room - Relaxing Guest House in the Heart of Ndabeni

0.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Rp943.519 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

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Compare popular hotels close to South African Astronomical Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Banksia Boutique	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 79 reviews	View
City Lodge Pinelands	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 265 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 426 reviews	View
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 145 reviews	View
Little Scotia Guest House	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 50 reviews	View

Top South African Astronomical Observatory Hotel Reviews

City Lodge Pinelands

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing team. Friendly staff. Clean rooms."

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

10/10 Excellent

"This is a beautiful traditional Cape style furnished facility. A welcoming staff and servers are constantly attentive. Breakfast is plentiful, fresh and delicious and beautifully presented. The room is clean and comfortable, the amenities replenished daily. Well situated away from the noise of touristy places but easily accessible by car and a safe location. Highly recommend this wonderful hotel"

Garden Retreat - Adults Only

2/10 Terrible

"Do NOT stay here. The “hut” was ridiculously tiny and claustrophobic barely enough space to stand, let alone move around comfortably as two adults. There was zero storage, so we were forced to live out of our suitcases for the entire stay. It was miserable and exhausting. While the property looked somewhat maintained, it was overrun with cats everywhere you turned. The pool was completely inaccessible the whole time. The bar area, which should have been a relaxing spot, was disgusting because a cat was parked on the counter every single day like it owned the place. The mini-bar setup was shady and completely unprofessional. No prices listed anywhere they just charged whatever they wanted for whatever you drank. It felt sketchy and unregulated. They advertise breakfast, but not a single meal was ever served. We had to leave the property and pay for food every single day, which added even more expense to this already terrible stay. On our very last day they suddenly cut the water off to our hut with zero warning. We couldn’t even use the bathroom. When we complained, they casually said they needed to “get a plumber.” Of course, the water had been working perfectly fine until that morning, and it was running everywhere else on the property except our room. It was incredibly inconvenient and felt intentional. For international travelers especially do your research! The ridiculous nightly rate we paid could have easily gotten us a proper apartment with a full kitchen for much less"

All Africa House

10/10 Excellent

"Whilst these rooms are effectively student accommodation and (in my case at least) the bathroom is shared by two rooms, they are excellently appointed and comfortable. They have good internet, parking, a great buffet breakfast, charming grounds, perfect for a day or two. Really helpful staff and all very clean and modern - they even have kitchen facilities. "

Afton Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We spent 3 excellent nights at the Afton Safari Lodge. We had a large room with a sitting area, small refrigerator, and large bathroom. The bed and room were very comfortable and nicely decorated. But what really made our stay was the owners, Tony and Marieka. From the time we arrived, they made us feel welcome and made sure we had everything we needed. Breakfast was plentiful and good. We opted for the yogurt, fruit muesli, etc. Marieka also booked us a table for dinner at a nearby Italian restaurant. The food was excellent. We stay there again if we return to Cape Town."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South African Astronomical Observatory?

South African Astronomical Observatory is located in a historic area of Cape Town known for its magnificent mountain views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 44 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to South African Astronomical Observatory?

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 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from South African Astronomical Observatory. Other good choices close by include Cape Town Micro Apartments and Riverlodge Backpackers.

How many hotels should I expect to find near South African Astronomical Observatory?

Expedia has 44 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South African Astronomical Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South African Astronomical Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near South African Astronomical Observatory.

What can I see and do near South African Astronomical Observatory?

Study the collections at South African National Gallery, Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Iziko South African Museum. Castle of Good Hope, District 6 and St. Georges Mall are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Artscape Theatre Centre, Baxter Theatre Centre and Magnet Theatre.

How can I get to South African Astronomical Observatory?

Make your way to Observatory Station for metro transport. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for South African Astronomical Observatory hotels

1. Banksia Boutique

2. City Lodge Pinelands

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

4. Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

5. Little Scotia Guest House

6. All Africa House

7. Neighbourgood Loop

8. Afton Safari Lodge

9. Riverlodge Backpackers

10. Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

11. Medindi Manor

12. Annex Lodge

13. V & A Backpackers

14. Room-relaxing Guest House in the Heart o

15. Green Elephant Backpackers

16. wex 1

17. Carmichael House Boutique Hotel

18. Inn Style Guesthouse

19. Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

20. Room in Guest Room - Relaxing Guest House in the Heart of Ndabeni

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City Lodge Pinelands

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