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Our top choices for South African Astronomical Observatory hotels

A cozy outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, a wooden table, and hanging lights.

1. Afton Safari Lodge

Afton Safari Lodge
3.0 star property
2.3 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, very quiet, friendly, warm and cozy, great location."
United States
Bryan
The price is SAR 381
SAR 438 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Afton Safari Lodge
A house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a large garden.

2. Inn Style Guesthouse

Inn Style Guesthouse
3.5 star property
3 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Owner and staff were great. Location perfect, Facility was quiet & clean."
United States
John
The price is SAR 304
SAR 304 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Inn Style Guesthouse
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped entrance.

3. City Lodge Pinelands

City Lodge Pinelands
3.0 star property
1.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (269 reviews)
"Amazing team. Friendly staff. Clean rooms."
South Africa
Tarzan
The price is SAR 338
SAR 393 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
City Lodge Pinelands
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe.

4. All Africa House

All Africa House
3.0 star property
2.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"A great no-frills option in Cape Town. You will be at the UCT campus. Rooms are small but have everything you need. Note that there are units with shared bathroom."
United States
Clarissa
The price is SAR 222
SAR 326 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
All Africa House
A courtyard with a large tree, tiled flooring, and a modern building with a glass entrance.

5. Little Scotia Guest House

Little Scotia Guest House
3.0 star property
2.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Easy safe parking . Friendly staff and a good breakfast"
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is SAR 335
SAR 386 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Little Scotia Guest House
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

6. Neighbourgood Loop

Neighbourgood Loop
3.0 star property
1.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"It was wonderful! Lovely staff and view! "
United States
kianna
The price is SAR 265
SAR 308 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Neighbourgood Loop
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside
4.0 star property
1.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (439 reviews)
"The hotel was in excellent conditions. The staff was very friendly and the service was excellent. I would stay again."
United States
Gretchen
The price is SAR 350
SAR 403 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside
A white colonial-style building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a thatched roof.

8. Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
3.0 star property
0.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (151 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, setting was convenient, room was clean and comfortable, and breakfast buffet delicious."
United States
Jennifer
The price is SAR 429
SAR 498 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

9. Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard
3.0 star property
2.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
7.2 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"The hotel staff are friendly and willing to help in any ways ,the hotel is in a convenient location. I will recommend friends and family to stay at the hotel when ever visiting Cape Town."
United States
Lugard
The price is SAR 253
SAR 298 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard
An outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a tiled roof.

10. Riverlodge Backpackers

Riverlodge Backpackers
3.0 star property
1.2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"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...
United States
Bradley
The price is SAR 57
SAR 137 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Riverlodge Backpackers
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a sunset over water.

11. Annex Lodge

Annex Lodge
3.0 star property
0.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
6.6 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"happy to come back, clean , friendly staff"
Australia
Olga
The price is SAR 111
SAR 128 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Annex Lodge
A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a clear sky.

12. Carmichael House Boutique Hotel

Carmichael House Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Excellent accommodations. "
Canada
Hendrik
The price is SAR 1,060
SAR 1,222 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Carmichael House Boutique Hotel
A rooftop pool area with a view of a mountain, wooden deck, and modern buildings.

13. Riverlands Sunbird Studio

Riverlands Sunbird Studio
3.0 star property
0.3 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This property was booked by Expedia as the original property booked with our trip turned out to be fraudulent. expedia arranged this quickly with the host. the property has biometric entry which we were not aware of until we arrived as this is usually done 24hours before , however the host contacted us and we got it sorted. The place is secure with parking and uses facial and number plate recognition for entry. There are security and the front desk is manned 24hours. It is a central location as...
United Kingdom
Fazlin
The price is SAR 406
SAR 406 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Riverlands Sunbird Studio
A wooden table with a dictionary, a leather sofa, and a wooden deck with a tree.

14. Green Elephant Backpackers

Green Elephant Backpackers
2.0 star property
1.2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"Foi muito bom.quartos limpos Funcionários prestativos"
Brazil
Debora V
The price is SAR 132
SAR 151 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Green Elephant Backpackers
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a slow cooker, and a sink.

15. V & A Backpackers

V & A Backpackers
3.0 star property
1.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is SAR 100
SAR 116 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
V & A Backpackers
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a painting, and a wardrobe.

16. Room-relaxing Guest House in The Heart o

Room-relaxing Guest House in The Heart o
2.5 star property
0.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
The price is SAR 149
SAR 175 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Room-relaxing Guest House in The Heart o
A multi-level indoor space with a central open area surrounded by seating and greenery.

17. wex 1

wex 1
4.0 star property
3.1 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
The price is SAR 1,892
SAR 1,892 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
wex 1
A wooden dining table set outdoors with chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

18. Medindi Manor

Medindi Manor
3.5 star property
1.7 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Staff is exceptional and great breakfast!"
Germany
Christian
The price is SAR 536
SAR 618 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Medindi Manor
Mountain view

19. Brooklands House

Brooklands House
4.0 star property
2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great view, friendly service and comfortable room"
South Africa
Nicholas
The price is SAR 368
SAR 426 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Brooklands House
A white building with a brown roof, a front door, and a small porch. There are concrete planters with plants and flowers on either side of the steps leading to the door.

20. Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
2.0 star property
1 km from South African Astronomical Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"The atmosphere was good and friendly. Staffs were helpful and the lodge is in a secured environment."
United Kingdom
Dickson Osaro
The price is SAR 108
SAR 108 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to South African Astronomical Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A cozy outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, a wooden table, and hanging lights.
Afton Safari Lodge
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
6 reviews
View
A house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a large garden.
Inn Style Guesthouse
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
7 reviews
View
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped entrance.
City Lodge Pinelands
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
269 reviews
View
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe.
All Africa House
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
22 reviews
View
A courtyard with a large tree, tiled flooring, and a modern building with a glass entrance.
Little Scotia Guest House
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
52 reviews
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Top South African Astronomical Observatory Hotel Reviews

Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel staff are friendly and willing to help in any ways ,the hotel is in a convenient location. I will recommend friends and family to stay at the hotel when ever visiting Cape Town."
Lugard 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

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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, check out the 51 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel 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 traveler 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. Another good choice is Cape Town Micro Apartments, located just 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away.
How many hotels will I be able to find near South African Astronomical Observatory?
Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodations 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 bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to South African Astronomical Observatory.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South African Astronomical Observatory?
For more information about updating your stay near South African Astronomical Observatory or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
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 Atlantic Rail are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Artscape Theatre Centre, Magnet Theatre, and Cape Town City Ballet.
How can I get to South African Astronomical Observatory?
Make your way to Observatory Station for metro transit. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.