Offering a rooftop bar with an outdoor pool, The Grey Hotel is situated in the vibrant De Waterkant of Cape Town. This boutique hotel has views of Table Mountain and guests can enjoy a meal at The Piano Bar restaurant. The individually decorated rooms are air-conditioned and offer a flat-screen TV. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. The Grey Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. Due to weather conditions, The Skybar is closed from 1 June until 30 September every year. The trendy Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village is located just across the road and the famous V&A Waterfront is a 5-minute drive from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Andrew
    Denmark Denmark
    The location is perfect - right in the heart of De Waterkant. The breakfast was superb - there was a full menu with some truly delicious options. The room was nicely decorated and the bathroom included some really nice smelling shampoo and shower...
  • Alvaro
    Spain Spain
    Nice staff, lovely hotel, superb location in one of the coolest hoods in Cape Town
  • Cihan
    Turkey Turkey
    The location is perfect and safe.Employees are really so kind and friendly.Room was clean.Good value according to price.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • The Piano Bar
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • The Skybar
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
    • Ambiance
      Romantic

Facilities of The Grey Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
  • Evening entertainment
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • Adult only
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Grey Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 00:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Grey Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. The credit card must match the one used to guarantee the booking. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Grey Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about The Grey Hotel

  • The Grey Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • The Skybar
    • The Piano Bar

  • The Grey Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Horse riding
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Aerobics
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming Pool
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Game drives
    • Bike tours
    • Happy hour
    • Live music/performance

  • Check-in at The Grey Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Grey Hotel is 0.7 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Grey Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte

  • The prices at The Grey Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at The Grey Hotel include:

    • Double