Observatory Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Observatory
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
The staff at Road lodge - especially front desk and breakfast are friendly, extremely competent and welcoming. I couldn’t recommend this team enough. Every trip is the same. Modest hotel but always clean- the staff makes it!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
I loved the room! The staff were always polite, courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
First let me say, the staff here are lovely and very professional, however this hotel is far from a 4 star. I checked in and found ROACHES (several) in by bathroom, and the AC was not working in several of the rooms I was moved to. I had to change rooms 3x before finding one acceptable. Room service ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Great staff, comfy bed and beautiful garden
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Taj Cape Town
Absolutely wonderful
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Commodore Hotel
Very nice, the room was clean and staff was curious.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Observatory
Foreshore
If you're spending some time in Foreshore, Castle of Good Hope and Greenmarket Square are top sights worth seeing.
Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Cape Town City Hall and Castle of Good Hope, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Kloof Street while you're exploring the area.
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
