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A courtyard with a stone fountain, outdoor seating, and a view of trees and buildings.

A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area, and a view of a mountain.

A hotel with a classic facade, a central entrance, and multiple potted plants around the entrance area.

A modern staircase with glass railings, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. Labotessa Luxury Boutique Hotel

City Bowl, 0.3 km from South Africa Library

Eric

SAR 1,989

SAR 2,287 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A multi-level indoor space with a central seating area, multiple dining tables, and a staircase connecting the levels.

A cozy living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of palm trees and buildings.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a round table with chairs, and a sofa.

2. Canopy By Hilton Cape Town Longkloof

Gardens, 0.8 km from South Africa Library

Vish

SAR 679

SAR 686 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden shelf unit, a desk, and a view of a cityscape and mountains.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

3. Neighbourgood Harrington

City Bowl, 0.6 km from South Africa Library

chiiming

SAR 215

SAR 248 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An indoor dining area with high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and hanging plants. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A cozy lounge area with leather sofas, a skeleton sculpture, and a variety of plants.

A restaurant with a long, cushioned bench seating area, tables with place settings, and hanging plants.

A cozy library with leather sofas, a large chandelier, and a unique arched window.

4. Gorgeous George by Design Hotels

0.3 km from South Africa Library

patricia

SAR 737

SAR 847 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spa room with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a massage table.

A hotel with a lush garden, palm trees, and a view of a cliff.

A coastal town with buildings along the beach, a clear view of the ocean, and mountains in the background.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a building with a sign reading "Librista Spa".

5. Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

Gardens, 0.8 km from South Africa Library

Dean

SAR 3,615

SAR 4,158 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a wooden table, a sofa, and large windows offering a view of a cityscape and mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern multi-story building with a mix of glass and metal facade, several parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

A modern living room with a white reception desk, yellow and blue armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

6. 9 On Barrack

City Bowl, 0.3 km from South Africa Library

Michael

SAR 249

SAR 291 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern bathroom with a large window, a marble sink, and a decorative chair.

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, large windows with a mountain view, and a chandelier.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent Ferris wheel, historic buildings, and a marina with boats.

7. Taj Cape Town

0.2 km from South Africa Library

Barry

SAR 675

SAR 784 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A wine cellar with rows of wooden barrels and tables set up for tasting.

A modern living room with a green sofa, red chairs, a dining table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a red refrigerator.

A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a chair.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

8. Cape Heritage Hotel

City Bowl, 0.5 km from South Africa Library

Aime

SAR 515

SAR 786 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A building with a storefront labeled 'The Barracks' and a sign for '50 BREE Light House.'

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a wooden stand.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden partition, a desk, and a view of the outside.

A rooftop pool with wooden deck and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a construction crane.

9. The Barracks

City Bowl, 0.7 km from South Africa Library

Fatma Berrin

SAR 210

SAR 243 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and potted plants.

A residential property with a staircase leading to a front door, a small garden with a pathway, and a white fence.

A dining area with a long wooden table, black metal chairs, and a wooden door.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and three zebra-themed wall art pieces.

10. Zebra Crossing Backpackers

City Bowl, 0.8 km from South Africa Library

Kenneth Lydell

SAR 217

SAR 217 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern lobby with seating areas, a bar, and indoor plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wardrobe.

A modern indoor pool area with a blue-lit pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a patterned floor.

11. The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa

Gardens, 0.7 km from South Africa Library

Ketan

SAR 527

SAR 606 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel kettle, a flower vase, and a dishwasher.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, chairs, a TV, a window with a view, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round wooden table with a vase of flowers, two white chairs, a flat-screen TV on the wall, and a compact kitchen unit.

12. Habitat Aparthotel By Totalstay

City Bowl, 0.4 km from South Africa Library

King

SAR 194

SAR 224 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, white cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A rooftop pool with a view of a cityscape and a mountain.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a washing machine, and a microwave.

13. ONE26 ON M - Fluent Serviced Apartments

0.9 km from South Africa Library

Sonto

SAR 218

SAR 387 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the cityscape.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a large umbrella, and a view of the cityscape.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a decorative centerpiece.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

14. The Trade Boutique Hotel

0.5 km from South Africa Library

Clarissa

SAR 310

SAR 356 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A cozy bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a wall mural.

A metallic trailer with a sign reading "Rooftop Safari" on a wooden deck with chairs and a table, surrounded by a wooden fence and greenery.

A wooden ceiling, a white counter with framed artwork, and a hanging plant basket.

A coffee bar with a sign reading "Coffee the Vodka of Morning," a menu board above, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

15. Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel

0.5 km from South Africa Library

Antoinette

SAR 317

SAR 365 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A rooftop garden with various plants and a cityscape view in the background.

A modern high-rise building with a prominent sign reading "16 on Bree."

A modern living room with a teal sofa, patterned rug, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed, a plant, and a door.

16. Urban Elephant 16 on Bree

City Bowl, 0.9 km from South Africa Library

Carlos M

SAR 315

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a window, and a view of a green outdoor area.

A narrow street with colorful buildings, a gated entrance, and a paved walkway.

A rooftop terrace with a view of a mountain and cityscape.

A person holding a plate with food in a courtyard with outdoor seating and a balcony.

17. La Rose B&B

0.6 km from South Africa Library

Jeffrey

SAR 398

SAR 458 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, oven, and stove. There are cabinets, a sink, and various kitchen appliances.

A view through a window with a clear view of a mountain and a cityscape.

A modern kitchen with a built-in washing machine, a dining area with a round table, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a chair with a blanket, a desk with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a washing machine.

18. TEN on V - Fluent Serviced Apartments

City Bowl, 0.3 km from South Africa Library

Julia

SAR 118

SAR 233 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by potted plants and hanging lights.

A reception area with a counter, a computer, and a potted plant.

A person looking out of a window at a mountain and a town.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden floor, and a window with a metal grill.

19. never at home Kloof Street

Gardens, 0.9 km from South Africa Library

Wakwanza

SAR 200

SAR 230 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bar area with a variety of food and drink options, including a buffet with fruits, pastries, and bottles.

A building with a storefront labeled "Charles Hope."

A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange cushions, a yellow throw blanket, a round coffee table, and a mirror reflecting the room.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a large white umbrella, and a storefront with the name 'noah'.

20. Charles Hope Boutique Hometel

0.5 km from South Africa Library

Octavian

SAR 367

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to South Africa Library

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Labotessa Luxury Boutique Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 43 reviews	View
Canopy By Hilton Cape Town Longkloof	9.8 Exceptional 57 reviews	View
Neighbourgood Harrington	9.6 Exceptional 123 reviews	View
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels	9.8 Exceptional 291 reviews	View
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town	9.8 Exceptional 322 reviews	View

Top South Africa Library Hotel Reviews

Taj Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"A very beautiful property. Everything that is expected of Taj group. Terrific breakfast and had a wonderful dinner at the Bombay brasserie"

Southern Sun Cape Sun

10/10 Excellent

"Отличный отель в центре города. Приветливый персонал. Вкусные завтраки. Но если у вас большая машина, с парковкой могут быть сложности"

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

10/10 Excellent

"Liked the location in Cape Town central. Worth the money and a good stay."

Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl

10/10 Excellent

"The best experience hotel wise. Everyone was so kind and accommodating"

Hotel Sky Cape Town

8/10 Good

"Great variety breakfast, staff friendly and helpful"

Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good location and very accommodating staff. Convenient restaurant with good food too."

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

10/10 Excellent

"I and my family had a great experience at this hotel. Madalyne helped us with our airport transfer and answered all our questions even before we arrived. All of the front desk and restaurant staff were amazing. Our 2 room suite was awesome and the terrace on the 4th floor is a great place to relax in the evenings!"

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very friendly, helpful and professional. Rooms were very clean. Would stay here again."

Urban Hive Backpackers

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly staff. Great, central location, great price. There is no airport shuttle."

Other attractions near South Africa Library

A stone church with a large arched window and a cross.

St. George's Cathedral

8.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting St. George's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cape Town. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its local tours.

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A cityscape with a prominent mountain in the background.

Company's Garden

9.2/10 (24 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Company's Garden, a lovely green space in Cape Town. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.

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Slave Lodge

You can study the exhibits at Slave Lodge, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Palm Tree Mosque

Palm Tree Mosque is just one of the places to see in Cape Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

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Groote Kerk

Learn about the local history of Cape Town when you spend time at Groote Kerk. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Church Square

You can find out about the history of Cape Town with a trip to Church Square. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

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Iziko Social History Resource Centre

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Iziko Social History Resource Centre during your travels in Cape Town. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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AVA Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at AVA Gallery in Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Africa Library?

South Africa Library is located in a historic area of Cape Town known for its beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1378 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near South Africa Library?

Adjacent to South Africa Library, Taj Cape Town is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include ONOMO Hotel Waterfront and ONOMO Hotel Cape Town - Inn on the Square.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Africa Library?

Expedia has 1378 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Africa Library.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Africa Library, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near South Africa Library.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South Africa Library?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near South Africa Library, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near South Africa Library?

South African National Gallery, Iziko South African Museum, and Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Castle of Good Hope, St. Georges Mall, and Atlantic Rail are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around South Africa Library. You can catch a show at Artscape Theatre Centre, Homecoming Centre, and The African Dance Theatre.

How can I get to South Africa Library?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near South Africa Library is a breeze. Local metro stations include Woodstock Station and Esplanade Station. If you're hopping a train into the city, Cape Town Station is the closest stop to Cape Town City Centre.

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Our top choices for South Africa Library hotels

1. Labotessa Luxury Boutique Hotel

2. Canopy By Hilton Cape Town Longkloof

3. Neighbourgood Harrington

4. Gorgeous George by Design Hotels

5. Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

6. 9 On Barrack

7. Taj Cape Town

8. Cape Heritage Hotel

9. The Barracks

10. Zebra Crossing Backpackers

11. The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa

12. Habitat Aparthotel By Totalstay

13. ONE26 ON M - Fluent Serviced Apartments

14. The Trade Boutique Hotel

15. Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel

16. Urban Elephant 16 on Bree

17. La Rose B&B

18. TEN on V - Fluent Serviced Apartments

19. never at home Kloof Street

20. Charles Hope Boutique Hometel

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Top South Africa Library Hotel Reviews

Taj Cape Town

Southern Sun Cape Sun

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl

Hotel Sky Cape Town

Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

Urban Hive Backpackers

Other attractions near South Africa Library

St. George's Cathedral

Company's Garden

Slave Lodge

Palm Tree Mosque

Groote Kerk

Church Square

Iziko Social History Resource Centre

AVA Gallery

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