aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites
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$158
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About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 56 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
A stay at aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites places you in the heart of Cape Town, within a 15-minute walk of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Bree Street. This hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Camps Bay Beach and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Long Street.
What's nearby
Cape Town International Convention Centre(0.3 miles)
Bree Street(0.4 miles)
Long Street(0.5 miles)
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa(0.6 miles)
Adderley Street(0.6 miles)
Artscape Theatre Centre(0.7 miles)
Greenmarket Square(0.7 miles)
Africa Centre(0.8 miles)
Nelson Mandela Gateway(0.8 miles)
The Watershed(0.8 miles)
Table Mountain National Park(0.9 miles)
Two Oceans Aquarium(0.9 miles)
Bo Kaap Museum(1 miles)
Grand Parade Square(1.1 miles)
St. George's Cathedral(1.1 miles)
The preferred airport for aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)(12.9 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room Service
Tour Desk
Location
1 Dockrail Road, Foreshore, Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town International Convention Centre (0.3 miles)
Bree Street (0.4 miles)
Long Street (0.5 miles)
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (0.6 miles)
Adderley Street (0.6 miles)
Artscape Theatre Centre (0.7 miles)
Guest reviews
8.2
Very good
Based on 930 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
29%
Couple
37%
Family
11%
Group
14%
Solo
7%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites, guests highlight welcoming staff, a canal-side location with easy links to the convention centre and waterfront by water taxi, but report mixed walkability, after-hours gate access issues, and uneven room upkeep.
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What guests think
At aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites, guests highlight welcoming staff, a canal-side location with easy links to the convention centre and waterfront by water taxi, but report mixed walkability, after-hours gate access issues, and uneven room upkeep.
Cleanliness ranges from very clean rooms to reports of smoke odors, worn furnishings, and occasional traffic noise or design quirks like limited bathroom privacy and dim lighting. Facilities include a canal dock with water taxi access, a cafe or bar, and a pool, though some noted pool cleanliness or amenity gaps, plus inconsistent in-room Wi-Fi. Expect convenient transport options and decent dining, but plan for taxis after dark and variable room quality.
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Facilities
Canal dock with hop-on boat or water taxi access is a highlight, and there is an on-site cafe/bar and pool. Some guests mentioned pool cleanliness or lack of changing facilities.
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Peter
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff in cafe Attention to detail needed- fridge off , lack of flexibility on leaving, no left storage arrangement
Great staff in cafe Attention to detail needed- fridge off , lack of flexibility on leaving, no left storage arrangement
8
Peter
Oct 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Prima Hotel. Tolles Restaurant mit günstigen Preisen und super Essen. Unweit von Waterfront. Prima Frühstück.
Prima Hotel. Tolles Restaurant mit günstigen Preisen und super Essen. Unweit von Waterfront. Prima Frühstück.
8
Stephanie
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
10
Lorena
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel Cool options to take boat into town from hotel’s dock
Nice hotel Cool options to take boat into town from hotel’s dock
10
Susan
Dec 20, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Great safe place. Very comfortable room and accommodations. Nice breakfast buffet and great dinner at reasonable prices.
Great safe place. Very comfortable room and accommodations. Nice breakfast buffet and great dinner at reasonable prices.
10
Priscille
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Directly on the Canal. I had a great view on Signal Hill and the Canal. Everything is close and there are many activities to do in the area. The staff at the hotel are nice and accommodating. The food at the Canal Café is very good too.
Directly on the Canal. I had a great view on Signal Hill and the Canal. Everything is close and there are many activities to do in the area. The staff at the hotel are nice and accommodating. The food at the Canal Café is very good too.
10
Andrew
Jan 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location near the conference centre, a short trip to V&A Waterfront and city centre. The Hop on hop off boat stops at the hotel - which is a great way to get to the Waterfront. Only downside was dim lighting in the room - typical of so many hotels
Excellent location near the conference centre, a short trip to V&A Waterfront and city centre. The Hop on hop off boat stops at the hotel - which is a great way to get to the Waterfront. Only downside was dim lighting in the room - typical of so many hotels
8
Sara
Feb 14, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The hotel was great, lovely location right on the canal. The breakfast was included which was nice and the staff were all lovely. The staff made suggestions about what we should do and places to avoid, especially at night. We felt very safe on the hotel grounds and felt safe getting our room cleaned, oppose to other experiences in other hotels in Cape Town. I can’t express enough how nice the staff were, especially one of the managers a tall gentleman who always wore a suit. Thank you for making this portion of our trip phenomenal!
The hotel was great, lovely location right on the canal. The breakfast was included which was nice and the staff were all lovely. The staff made suggestions about what we should do and places to avoid, especially at night. We felt very safe on the hotel grounds and felt safe getting our room cleaned, oppose to other experiences in other hotels in Cape Town. I can’t express enough how nice the staff were, especially one of the managers a tall gentleman who always wore a suit. Thank you for making this portion of our trip phenomenal!
10
Eva
Jan 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay near the cruise port just before a cruise. Comfortable beds, nice views and tasty food in the restaurant on site. Friendly staff!
We had a great stay near the cruise port just before a cruise. Comfortable beds, nice views and tasty food in the restaurant on site. Friendly staff!
8
Suvi-Eveliina
Dec 9, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
The swimming pool was dirty at the first days. The staff was really friendly and helpful. The view towards the harbor was not nice. there was only a curtain between the bathroom and the bedroom (FYI for those who need more privacy in the bathroom 😊)
The swimming pool was dirty at the first days. The staff was really friendly and helpful. The view towards the harbor was not nice. there was only a curtain between the bathroom and the bedroom (FYI for those who need more privacy in the bathroom 😊)
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Cleanliness
Feedback is inconsistent: some found rooms very clean, while others reported stained or tired furnishings and strong odors, with occasional pool cleanliness issues.
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4
João Felipe
Jan 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
O quarto parecia mal cuidado.
O quarto parecia mal cuidado.
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CHRISTOPHER
Mar 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was very clean, staff was very friendly and helpful. Only problem I had, I was given a room where the A/C did not work and they had a small fan in the room. The fan was not big enough nor strong enough to cool the entire room.
Hotel was very clean, staff was very friendly and helpful. Only problem I had, I was given a room where the A/C did not work and they had a small fan in the room. The fan was not big enough nor strong enough to cool the entire room.
6
Joseph
May 10, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Although the view from our window was unbelievable the room itself although spacious was very tired. The laminate on the cupboards and desk was peeling and the carpet needed replacing. The location was great - only a 15 min (max) walk to the Waterfront or the hop on hop off bus. However the canal gate closed at 8pm so getting back from the Waterfront and dinner meant catching a cab or Uber. The WIFI was sketchy at best in the dining area and reception but NON-existent in our room. The lock on our door was a problem and at least twice we needed staff to use a key to let us in and had at least 6 sets of swipe cards produced over a 7 day stay. The staff did their best to alleviate our concerns. The breakfast was good and the staff there were exceedingly attentive which was great.
Although the view from our window was unbelievable the room itself although spacious was very tired. The laminate on the cupboards and desk was peeling and the carpet needed replacing. The location was great - only a 15 min (max) walk to the Waterfront or the hop on hop off bus. However the canal gate closed at 8pm so getting back from the Waterfront and dinner meant catching a cab or Uber. The WIFI was sketchy at best in the dining area and reception but NON-existent in our room. The lock on our door was a problem and at least twice we needed staff to use a key to let us in and had at least 6 sets of swipe cards produced over a 7 day stay. The staff did their best to alleviate our concerns. The breakfast was good and the staff there were exceedingly attentive which was great.
10
Dennis
Feb 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable bed, pleasant accommodations, clean
Very comfortable bed, pleasant accommodations, clean
4
lee C
May 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room was not clean. There was a horrible smell of some kind of strong perfume that had been used to try to cover up the odor of cigarette smoke, and who knows what else, which pervaded the room. The cigarette smoke would’ve been easier to tolerate than the sickening perfume. Opening the windows to try to mitigate resulted in so much street noise that you could not sleep.
The room was not clean. There was a horrible smell of some kind of strong perfume that had been used to try to cover up the odor of cigarette smoke, and who knows what else, which pervaded the room. The cigarette smoke would’ve been easier to tolerate than the sickening perfume. Opening the windows to try to mitigate resulted in so much street noise that you could not sleep.
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PETER
Jun 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location is terrible and all Ubers could barely find it - it is promoted as close to waterfront and it’s not- can not walk to anything - You have to go back outside of lobby to get an elevator for your room - if it’s raining you’re wet - stains on chairs, crunchy rugs etc- the place is beat -It’s cheap but I felt I had to write my first bad review
Location is terrible and all Ubers could barely find it - it is promoted as close to waterfront and it’s not- can not walk to anything - You have to go back outside of lobby to get an elevator for your room - if it’s raining you’re wet - stains on chairs, crunchy rugs etc- the place is beat -It’s cheap but I felt I had to write my first bad review
10
Mark
Dec 14, 2022
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Stayed 6 nights
The hotel was very nice clean and friendly staff given to much hospitality and the view and location was excellent. I had a great experience
The hotel was very nice clean and friendly staff given to much hospitality and the view and location was excellent. I had a great experience
4
wilco
May 24, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Place is run down and room stinks( weird odor that smells like old cigarettes). Bedlinnen had stains. The rooms that are facing the highway is insufficiently insulated to be that close to the highway. And hallways are like bathhouse and all late income guest making noise will be heard inside the room. It is def. NOT a 4star place. The only redeeming thing about this place is the friendly staff. The breakfast room attendants were all super sweet and helpfull.
Place is run down and room stinks( weird odor that smells like old cigarettes). Bedlinnen had stains. The rooms that are facing the highway is insufficiently insulated to be that close to the highway. And hallways are like bathhouse and all late income guest making noise will be heard inside the room. It is def. NOT a 4star place. The only redeeming thing about this place is the friendly staff. The breakfast room attendants were all super sweet and helpfull.
4
Beverley C
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Needs to be updated
Needs to be updated
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Suvi-Eveliina
Dec 9, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
The swimming pool was dirty at the first days. The staff was really friendly and helpful. The view towards the harbor was not nice. there was only a curtain between the bathroom and the bedroom (FYI for those who need more privacy in the bathroom 😊)
The swimming pool was dirty at the first days. The staff was really friendly and helpful. The view towards the harbor was not nice. there was only a curtain between the bathroom and the bedroom (FYI for those who need more privacy in the bathroom 😊)
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Rooms
Many rooms are comfortable, spacious, and offer views or balconies, but others feel dated with dim lighting, limited bathroom privacy, AC problems, and patchy in-room Wi-Fi, plus traffic or hallway noise in some units.
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João Felipe
Jan 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
O quarto parecia mal cuidado.
O quarto parecia mal cuidado.
8
Raphael
Oct 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Difficult to access after 8pm. Gated access closes at 8pm and then you need an Uber or taxi to get to the premises. Bathroom had natural light spill into bedroom which was not great. Staff extremely nice and helpful. Breakfast was very nice.
Difficult to access after 8pm. Gated access closes at 8pm and then you need an Uber or taxi to get to the premises. Bathroom had natural light spill into bedroom which was not great. Staff extremely nice and helpful. Breakfast was very nice.
10
Ulf
Nov 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Modern, stylish and comfortable room and restaurant with great service. Beautiful views of the mountain. I stayed there because I was catching the train to Elgin in the early morning, so was brilliant for that. Was not very easy to get to the waterfront and had to get a taxi back. Would definitely stay there again.
Modern, stylish and comfortable room and restaurant with great service. Beautiful views of the mountain. I stayed there because I was catching the train to Elgin in the early morning, so was brilliant for that. Was not very easy to get to the waterfront and had to get a taxi back. Would definitely stay there again.
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Joseph
May 10, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Although the view from our window was unbelievable the room itself although spacious was very tired. The laminate on the cupboards and desk was peeling and the carpet needed replacing. The location was great - only a 15 min (max) walk to the Waterfront or the hop on hop off bus. However the canal gate closed at 8pm so getting back from the Waterfront and dinner meant catching a cab or Uber. The WIFI was sketchy at best in the dining area and reception but NON-existent in our room. The lock on our door was a problem and at least twice we needed staff to use a key to let us in and had at least 6 sets of swipe cards produced over a 7 day stay. The staff did their best to alleviate our concerns. The breakfast was good and the staff there were exceedingly attentive which was great.
Although the view from our window was unbelievable the room itself although spacious was very tired. The laminate on the cupboards and desk was peeling and the carpet needed replacing. The location was great - only a 15 min (max) walk to the Waterfront or the hop on hop off bus. However the canal gate closed at 8pm so getting back from the Waterfront and dinner meant catching a cab or Uber. The WIFI was sketchy at best in the dining area and reception but NON-existent in our room. The lock on our door was a problem and at least twice we needed staff to use a key to let us in and had at least 6 sets of swipe cards produced over a 7 day stay. The staff did their best to alleviate our concerns. The breakfast was good and the staff there were exceedingly attentive which was great.
10
Dennis
Feb 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable bed, pleasant accommodations, clean
Very comfortable bed, pleasant accommodations, clean
8
Stephanie
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
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wilco
May 24, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Place is run down and room stinks( weird odor that smells like old cigarettes). Bedlinnen had stains. The rooms that are facing the highway is insufficiently insulated to be that close to the highway. And hallways are like bathhouse and all late income guest making noise will be heard inside the room. It is def. NOT a 4star place. The only redeeming thing about this place is the friendly staff. The breakfast room attendants were all super sweet and helpfull.
Place is run down and room stinks( weird odor that smells like old cigarettes). Bedlinnen had stains. The rooms that are facing the highway is insufficiently insulated to be that close to the highway. And hallways are like bathhouse and all late income guest making noise will be heard inside the room. It is def. NOT a 4star place. The only redeeming thing about this place is the friendly staff. The breakfast room attendants were all super sweet and helpfull.
10
Andrew
Jan 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location near the conference centre, a short trip to V&A Waterfront and city centre. The Hop on hop off boat stops at the hotel - which is a great way to get to the Waterfront. Only downside was dim lighting in the room - typical of so many hotels
Excellent location near the conference centre, a short trip to V&A Waterfront and city centre. The Hop on hop off boat stops at the hotel - which is a great way to get to the Waterfront. Only downside was dim lighting in the room - typical of so many hotels
8
sharon
Oct 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The suite was large and very comfortable. We had a balcony to sit out and enjoy the afternoon sun. Breakfast was very good. The main issue was lack of Wi-Fi
The suite was large and very comfortable. We had a balcony to sit out and enjoy the afternoon sun. Breakfast was very good. The main issue was lack of Wi-Fi
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Suvi-Eveliina
Dec 9, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
The swimming pool was dirty at the first days. The staff was really friendly and helpful. The view towards the harbor was not nice. there was only a curtain between the bathroom and the bedroom (FYI for those who need more privacy in the bathroom 😊)
The swimming pool was dirty at the first days. The staff was really friendly and helpful. The view towards the harbor was not nice. there was only a curtain between the bathroom and the bedroom (FYI for those who need more privacy in the bathroom 😊)
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Issues reported include absent or late greeting on arrival, limited flexibility at departure, and a double-booking that led to relocation.
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CHRISTOPHER
Mar 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was very clean, staff was very friendly and helpful. Only problem I had, I was given a room where the A/C did not work and they had a small fan in the room. The fan was not big enough nor strong enough to cool the entire room.
Hotel was very clean, staff was very friendly and helpful. Only problem I had, I was given a room where the A/C did not work and they had a small fan in the room. The fan was not big enough nor strong enough to cool the entire room.
8
Peter
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff in cafe Attention to detail needed- fridge off , lack of flexibility on leaving, no left storage arrangement
Great staff in cafe Attention to detail needed- fridge off , lack of flexibility on leaving, no left storage arrangement
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Carol
Aug 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff was supportive for every request we asked. From shuttle to laundry they came through. Close to many attractions made fun memories.
Staff was supportive for every request we asked. From shuttle to laundry they came through. Close to many attractions made fun memories.
10
Mario PS
Jan 8, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Ottimo servizio
Ottimo servizio
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Stephanie
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
10
Jubril
Dec 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great host
Great host
10
Priscille
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Directly on the Canal. I had a great view on Signal Hill and the Canal. Everything is close and there are many activities to do in the area. The staff at the hotel are nice and accommodating. The food at the Canal Café is very good too.
Directly on the Canal. I had a great view on Signal Hill and the Canal. Everything is close and there are many activities to do in the area. The staff at the hotel are nice and accommodating. The food at the Canal Café is very good too.
8
Sara
Feb 14, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The hotel was great, lovely location right on the canal. The breakfast was included which was nice and the staff were all lovely. The staff made suggestions about what we should do and places to avoid, especially at night. We felt very safe on the hotel grounds and felt safe getting our room cleaned, oppose to other experiences in other hotels in Cape Town. I can’t express enough how nice the staff were, especially one of the managers a tall gentleman who always wore a suit. Thank you for making this portion of our trip phenomenal!
The hotel was great, lovely location right on the canal. The breakfast was included which was nice and the staff were all lovely. The staff made suggestions about what we should do and places to avoid, especially at night. We felt very safe on the hotel grounds and felt safe getting our room cleaned, oppose to other experiences in other hotels in Cape Town. I can’t express enough how nice the staff were, especially one of the managers a tall gentleman who always wore a suit. Thank you for making this portion of our trip phenomenal!
10
Valerie
Sep 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Late check in available, honest front desk
Late check in available, honest front desk
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DIMENSION DATA
Nov 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No one at property to welcome the guest. Even when arrangements had been made, the contact person was late. Very poor service
No one at property to welcome the guest. Even when arrangements had been made, the contact person was late. Very poor service
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Location
Canal-side near the convention centre and cruise port with hop-on boat access to the Waterfront. Several reviews describe it as isolated or hard to walk after dark, with a canal gate closing at 8pm necessitating taxis/Ubers.
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Heinz
Feb 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Schon etwas entfernt von der Waterfront. Muss das Wassertaxi nehmen sonst läuft man ca.20/30 Minuten.
Schon etwas entfernt von der Waterfront. Muss das Wassertaxi nehmen sonst läuft man ca.20/30 Minuten.
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SAMIK
Nov 27, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Nice, at a beautiful quiet location but close to central buissness district & convention centre in a walking distance. Will come again
Nice, at a beautiful quiet location but close to central buissness district & convention centre in a walking distance. Will come again
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Raphael
Oct 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Difficult to access after 8pm. Gated access closes at 8pm and then you need an Uber or taxi to get to the premises. Bathroom had natural light spill into bedroom which was not great. Staff extremely nice and helpful. Breakfast was very nice.
Difficult to access after 8pm. Gated access closes at 8pm and then you need an Uber or taxi to get to the premises. Bathroom had natural light spill into bedroom which was not great. Staff extremely nice and helpful. Breakfast was very nice.
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Joseph
May 10, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Although the view from our window was unbelievable the room itself although spacious was very tired. The laminate on the cupboards and desk was peeling and the carpet needed replacing. The location was great - only a 15 min (max) walk to the Waterfront or the hop on hop off bus. However the canal gate closed at 8pm so getting back from the Waterfront and dinner meant catching a cab or Uber. The WIFI was sketchy at best in the dining area and reception but NON-existent in our room. The lock on our door was a problem and at least twice we needed staff to use a key to let us in and had at least 6 sets of swipe cards produced over a 7 day stay. The staff did their best to alleviate our concerns. The breakfast was good and the staff there were exceedingly attentive which was great.
Although the view from our window was unbelievable the room itself although spacious was very tired. The laminate on the cupboards and desk was peeling and the carpet needed replacing. The location was great - only a 15 min (max) walk to the Waterfront or the hop on hop off bus. However the canal gate closed at 8pm so getting back from the Waterfront and dinner meant catching a cab or Uber. The WIFI was sketchy at best in the dining area and reception but NON-existent in our room. The lock on our door was a problem and at least twice we needed staff to use a key to let us in and had at least 6 sets of swipe cards produced over a 7 day stay. The staff did their best to alleviate our concerns. The breakfast was good and the staff there were exceedingly attentive which was great.
8
Steve
May 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A nice place, close to V&A. The only annoying thing is you have to get an Uber to and from, as it’s not good to walk around here.
A nice place, close to V&A. The only annoying thing is you have to get an Uber to and from, as it’s not good to walk around here.
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PETER
Jun 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location is terrible and all Ubers could barely find it - it is promoted as close to waterfront and it’s not- can not walk to anything - You have to go back outside of lobby to get an elevator for your room - if it’s raining you’re wet - stains on chairs, crunchy rugs etc- the place is beat -It’s cheap but I felt I had to write my first bad review
Location is terrible and all Ubers could barely find it - it is promoted as close to waterfront and it’s not- can not walk to anything - You have to go back outside of lobby to get an elevator for your room - if it’s raining you’re wet - stains on chairs, crunchy rugs etc- the place is beat -It’s cheap but I felt I had to write my first bad review
8
Stephanie
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
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Lorena
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel Cool options to take boat into town from hotel’s dock
Nice hotel Cool options to take boat into town from hotel’s dock
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Andrew
Jan 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location near the conference centre, a short trip to V&A Waterfront and city centre. The Hop on hop off boat stops at the hotel - which is a great way to get to the Waterfront. Only downside was dim lighting in the room - typical of so many hotels
Excellent location near the conference centre, a short trip to V&A Waterfront and city centre. The Hop on hop off boat stops at the hotel - which is a great way to get to the Waterfront. Only downside was dim lighting in the room - typical of so many hotels
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Eva
Jan 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay near the cruise port just before a cruise. Comfortable beds, nice views and tasty food in the restaurant on site. Friendly staff!
We had a great stay near the cruise port just before a cruise. Comfortable beds, nice views and tasty food in the restaurant on site. Friendly staff!
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Dining
Breakfast and the on-site restaurant receive frequent praise for quality and value. A few guests found breakfast only okay or suggested improvements, and one noted the outdoor seating needed a proper clean.
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Raphael
Oct 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Difficult to access after 8pm. Gated access closes at 8pm and then you need an Uber or taxi to get to the premises. Bathroom had natural light spill into bedroom which was not great. Staff extremely nice and helpful. Breakfast was very nice.
Difficult to access after 8pm. Gated access closes at 8pm and then you need an Uber or taxi to get to the premises. Bathroom had natural light spill into bedroom which was not great. Staff extremely nice and helpful. Breakfast was very nice.
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Peter
Oct 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Prima Hotel. Tolles Restaurant mit günstigen Preisen und super Essen. Unweit von Waterfront. Prima Frühstück.
Prima Hotel. Tolles Restaurant mit günstigen Preisen und super Essen. Unweit von Waterfront. Prima Frühstück.
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Stephanie
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
The room was very nice and reception staff extremely friendly and helpful. The buildings seem to be a mix of hotel and residential and are quite spaced out. The pool looked quite inviting but there were no facilities such as toilets or changing area at the pool itself. We had a drink and snack at the bar, and enjoyed breakfast in the cafe, both were nice but the outside area here could have benefited from a jet wash. The location of the hotel felt a little remote although we were able to walk, in daylight, to the waterfront (around 25 minutes). For all the above reasons, and because the rate seemed really quite expensive for Capetown, I can only give a four star rating despite the nice room.
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peter
Nov 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Gread and friendly staff. Breakfast was OK. The hotel was isolated. Was reommended not to walk anywhere
Gread and friendly staff. Breakfast was OK. The hotel was isolated. Was reommended not to walk anywhere
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Susan
Dec 20, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Great safe place. Very comfortable room and accommodations. Nice breakfast buffet and great dinner at reasonable prices.
Great safe place. Very comfortable room and accommodations. Nice breakfast buffet and great dinner at reasonable prices.
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Priscille
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Directly on the Canal. I had a great view on Signal Hill and the Canal. Everything is close and there are many activities to do in the area. The staff at the hotel are nice and accommodating. The food at the Canal Café is very good too.
Directly on the Canal. I had a great view on Signal Hill and the Canal. Everything is close and there are many activities to do in the area. The staff at the hotel are nice and accommodating. The food at the Canal Café is very good too.
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Sara
Feb 14, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The hotel was great, lovely location right on the canal. The breakfast was included which was nice and the staff were all lovely. The staff made suggestions about what we should do and places to avoid, especially at night. We felt very safe on the hotel grounds and felt safe getting our room cleaned, oppose to other experiences in other hotels in Cape Town. I can’t express enough how nice the staff were, especially one of the managers a tall gentleman who always wore a suit. Thank you for making this portion of our trip phenomenal!
The hotel was great, lovely location right on the canal. The breakfast was included which was nice and the staff were all lovely. The staff made suggestions about what we should do and places to avoid, especially at night. We felt very safe on the hotel grounds and felt safe getting our room cleaned, oppose to other experiences in other hotels in Cape Town. I can’t express enough how nice the staff were, especially one of the managers a tall gentleman who always wore a suit. Thank you for making this portion of our trip phenomenal!
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Eva
Jan 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay near the cruise port just before a cruise. Comfortable beds, nice views and tasty food in the restaurant on site. Friendly staff!
We had a great stay near the cruise port just before a cruise. Comfortable beds, nice views and tasty food in the restaurant on site. Friendly staff!
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Monteiro
May 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
They need to improve the breakfast.
They need to improve the breakfast.
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sharon
Oct 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The suite was large and very comfortable. We had a balcony to sit out and enjoy the afternoon sun. Breakfast was very good. The main issue was lack of Wi-Fi
The suite was large and very comfortable. We had a balcony to sit out and enjoy the afternoon sun. Breakfast was very good. The main issue was lack of Wi-Fi
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nicola
Jul 28, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was a bit further out from the main attractions at the V&A Waterfront than we had expected and not walkable at night. The room was rather tired and in need of freshening up although the kitchen and living room area was pristine. The shower door was rickety and seemed like it might snap any moment! Water leaked under the door. I did complain but as far as I know nothing was done about it. There really isn’t anything in the area - would be handy for the conference centre but there are no shops, bars or restaurants nearby. It’s a 5-10min taxi ride to the harbour/aquarium area. Breakfast was very good. Best scrambled eggs! Staff on reception and in the cafe were friendly and helpful.
The hotel was a bit further out from the main attractions at the V&A Waterfront than we had expected and not walkable at night. The room was rather tired and in need of freshening up although the kitchen and living room area was pristine. The shower door was rickety and seemed like it might snap any moment! Water leaked under the door. I did complain but as far as I know nothing was done about it. There really isn’t anything in the area - would be handy for the conference centre but there are no shops, bars or restaurants nearby. It’s a 5-10min taxi ride to the harbour/aquarium area. Breakfast was very good. Best scrambled eggs! Staff on reception and in the cafe were friendly and helpful.
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Eric
Apr 16, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a very nice place to stay, especially the bar/restaurant, canal, and nightly music!
It was a very nice place to stay, especially the bar/restaurant, canal, and nightly music!
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Nicholas
Feb 10, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Very clean and spacious room. Staff were very good, always checking to see if everything was OK. Breakfast was also excellent with lots of choices. Would definitely recommend as it is in a great location.
Very clean and spacious room. Staff were very good, always checking to see if everything was OK. Breakfast was also excellent with lots of choices. Would definitely recommend as it is in a great location.
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Craig
Jan 16, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was modern with a good bed. Gifted some snacks and small bottle of wine. Staff were friendly and professional . Included breakfast had good variety. No door on the bathroom but toilet was in a separate room. No rubbish bin in toilet or bathroom, needs to be added. Nice location, close to V&A
Room was modern with a good bed. Gifted some snacks and small bottle of wine. Staff were friendly and professional . Included breakfast had good variety. No door on the bathroom but toilet was in a separate room. No rubbish bin in toilet or bathroom, needs to be added. Nice location, close to V&A
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Judit
Jan 11, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location and great staff
Excellent location and great staff
FAQs about aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites
Is parking available at the hotel?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of ZAR 65.00 per day, which includes in/out privileges. Please note that parking height restrictions apply.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately ZAR 195 for adults and ZAR 120 for children.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
Are airport shuttle services available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle service is available for a surcharge of ZAR 450 per person (one-way) and can be arranged through the hotel.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer for guests with disabilities?
The hotel provides limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details regarding room accessibility should be confirmed with the hotel prior to arrival.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key attractions?
The hotel is centrally located in Cape Town, within a 15-minute walk of the Cape Town International Convention Centre and Bree Street. It is approximately 4.8 miles (7.7 km) from Camps Bay Beach and 0.5 miles (0.8 km) from Long Street.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool. The pool is seasonal and operational hours may vary.
What are the policies regarding children staying at the hotel?
Children are welcome at the hotel. The minimum age for children to stay for free has not been specified, so it is advisable to check with the hotel for specific policies.
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- 2026-09-19: 108.26296257629394USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 195 for adults and ZAR 120 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per person (one-way)
- Uncovered self parking fee: ZAR 65.00 per day (in/out privileges)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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