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Southern Sun Cape Sun

3.5 of 5
Strand Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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Southern Sun Cape Sun
Ranked #37 of 120 hotels in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 92 Reviews
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Warwickshire
Senior Contributor
46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

We stayed at the Cape Sun 15 years ago and loved the place so much that it was the only place we considered staying on our return visit to Cape Town. We were not disappointed. Yes I accept that this lady is ageing but she's doing it gracefully and with warmth and style. We have stayed in 5 star hotels... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and that we could create great memories for you. It was indeed our great pleasure to take care of you during your birthday celebration and I hope we will have the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future. Regards - Garry Reed More

Pretoria, South Africa
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Some hotels age gracefully; others become tacky. The Cape Sun is verging on the latter. While the public areas are still very grand, my room on the tenth floor certainly showed its age. The bathroom in particular was in urgent need of refurbishment. Since the hotel opened 30 years ago, Cape Town has changed radically. The V&A Waterfront has been... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you ever so much for your feedback, it is only through constant measuring that we know if we are creating great memories for our guest. Our staff is our biggest asset and I am glad that the service they provided to you will be remembered. Upon your next visit to Cape Town, please do not hesitate... More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

I recommend this place. I was there for a week, the staff is really very friendly and helpful. Rooms are so comfortable. The view on Table Mountain is wonderful, try getting a room in the higher floors! More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Our hotel does indeed fell like home away from home. I am glad that our staff took care of you and we look forward to welcoming you back. Regards – Garry Reed More

Jhb
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

I was pleased to have the opportunity of staying at the Cape Sun. I decided to take a few clients and friends to the Michael Buble Concert and thought the Cape Sun would be a great venue and I was right. The warm welcome by staff was amazing. Vincent was a pleasant gentleman who assisted in getting our vehicles parked... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, We appreciate you taking the time out to give us some feedback. I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and I look forward to meeting your personally upon your next visit. Regards – Garry Reed More

Mumbai
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
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We stayed in Southern Sun Cape Sun for 3 nights. The location of the hotel is excellent. On one side you can see the city of cape town and on the other, you can see table mountain. The reception and entrance of the hotel are awesome but i was disappointed with the rooms. The rooms were huge but it didnt... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback, I am delighted that the staff created great memories for you! Thank you for your comments and feedback, as this is a very important tool for us to ensure perfection for future guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cape Sun in the... More

Perth, Western Australia, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

The Hotel location is very close to the water front and the famous Table Mountain. What really impress me of this hotel is the excellent service and the friendliness of the Staff. The selection of the food is excellent with variety to select from. I recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Cape Town in South Africa. More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
6 May 2012

Dear Valued Guest, The views from our hotel are indeed great. We are the tallest hotel in Cape Town, thus allowing us to offer 360 degree views of the most amazing city in the world. Thank you for your taking the time to let us know you enjoyed your stay. Many are quick to complain but few take the time... More

Cairo
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

Hotel is very good. Great location, near the water front (amazing restaurants, great view, 2 oceans museum), near the train station if you need to go any where like Boulders Beach Simonstown, also near green market where to shop for souvenirs near long street which is one of the places to spend the night at. The hotel is high you... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
19 April 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your feedback, it is highly appreciated. I am happy that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back shortly. Regards – Garry Reed More

Sandton
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Over the Easter weekend I accompanied my daughter who ran the Two Oceans Ultra Marathon and we stayed at the Cape Sun. The staff were absolutely amazing. I have travelled a fair amount and have truly never had such service. They were fantastic to the runners, nothing was too much trouble, always a smile and such a good sense of... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
19 April 2012

Dear Valued Guest, It is our great pleasure to take care of you. Our purpose is to create great memories and one of the ways is through engagement. I am delighted to hear that the team engaged positively with you, I will be sure to share your feedback with them. I do hope that you will allow us the opportunity... More

Durban
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

As an SA local (Durban), it is not often you get an opportunity to stay in a great hotel in Cape Town, but thanks to Discovery Vitality this is the second time we have stayed at the Southern Sun Cape Sun for the Two Oceans Easter weekend, and both times have been fantastic. Besides the spectacular views and prime position,... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
19 April 2012

Dear Valued Guest I am delighted to hear that you indeed enjoyed your stay during the recent 2 Oceans Marathon, our purpose is to create great memories; it is evident that we succeeded. I trust that you will allow us the opportunity to welcome you back again in 2013 where I look forward to personally welcoming you back to the... More

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Good day, I trust that this mail finds the Cape Sun Team well. On behalf of my family and myself I would like to thank you for making our holiday a memorable one. We are glad to have spent the long weekend at Cape Sun. We feel that your hospitality was truly memorable from our very first moment to the... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun Cape Sun, responded to this review
19 April 2012

Dear Valued Guest, We appreciate that you took the time to provide us with your positive feedback. It is great to see that our team’s efforts are being recognised. I do hope that you will be back for Easter next year and that I will have the opportunity to meet you personally. Regards – Garry Reed More

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