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A house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a large garden.

A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, and a dining table. There are potted plants and artwork on the walls.

A bedroom with a bed, a table, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a white door, a blue wall, a wooden ceiling, a white dresser, a mirror, a window, and a hanging plant.

1. Inn Style Guesthouse

3 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

John

CA $111

CA $111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped entrance.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a patterned carpet.

A City Lodge Hotel sign with a mountain view in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a wall-mounted shelf.

2. City Lodge Pinelands

1.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Tarzan

CA $107

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A courtyard with a large tree, tiled flooring, and a modern building with a glass entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a staircase, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling and skylight, furnished with sofas and chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

A buffet area with a variety of food items including pastries, bread, and condiments.

3. Little Scotia Guest House

2.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Paul

CA $118

CA $136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the cityscape through floor-to-ceiling windows.

A modern reception area with a marble reception desk, a green sofa, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a comfortable armchair, a small round table, and a desk with a chair.

4. Neighbourgood Loop

1.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

kianna

CA $98

CA $113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A modern bar area with a glass counter, seating, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

A room with a large window, a sofa, a table, and a hanging light fixture.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a water dispenser.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

1.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Marian

CA $132

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and black-and-white patterned chairs, a flat-screen TV on the wall, and a large pillar.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cabinet.

A courtyard with a covered seating area, brick buildings, and green artificial grass.

6. All Africa House

2.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Clarissa

CA $89

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and armchairs.

A white colonial-style building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a thatched roof.

7. Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

0.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Jennifer

CA $169

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a TV.

A hallway with a white door marked 106, a potted plant, and a number 107 sign on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a coffee maker, toaster, and microwave on the countertop, a dishwasher, and a small dining area with two chairs and a table.

A street with parked cars and a building with multiple storefronts, including OBZ CAFE.

8. Cape Town Micro Apartments

1.2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Anonymous traveller

CA $37

CA $47 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a weight rack.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple balconies and a prominent 'Garden Court' sign.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a reception desk, and a well-lit ceiling with recessed lighting.

9. Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

2.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

muhammad

CA $113

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a tiled roof.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bathroom with a mirror, sink, and shower, and a hanging light fixture.

A gated entrance with a sign reading "Riverlodge Backpackers" and a "Reception" sign indicating the right of admission is reserved.

A pool table, wooden chairs, a mural, a refrigerator, and a sign about the ice maker.

10. Riverlodge Backpackers

1.2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

"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...

Bradley

CA $21

CA $49 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A spacious indoor pool area with a wooden staircase, lounge chairs, and a variety of plants.

A modern interior with a glass partition, a white sofa, and a lit fireplace.

A large, white, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn with trimmed bushes.

A wooden staircase leading to a glass-enclosed area with a hot tub.

11. Banksia Boutique

2.1 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Lynette

CA $193

CA $222 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a sunset over water.

A narrow pathway leading to a white building with a gated entrance.

A modern building with a white facade, a covered entrance, and a paved driveway.

A small, enclosed outdoor area with a wooden fence and a large umbrella providing shade.

12. Annex Lodge

0.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Olga

CA $42

CA $49 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view.

A rooftop pool area with a view of a mountain, wooden deck, and modern buildings.

A modern multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies, and a prominent signage.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling light fixture.

13. Riverlands Sunbird Studio

0.3 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

"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...

Fazlin

CA $161

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A bar area with a wooden counter, stools, and various food and drink items.

A backyard with a swimming pool, a tree, and a swing set.

A wooden table with a dictionary, a leather sofa, and a wooden deck with a tree.

A cozy living room with a wooden table, a sofa, and a window with a view of greenery.

14. Green Elephant Backpackers

1.2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Debora V

CA $38

CA $44 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a slow cooker, and a sink.

A beach with people sunbathing and a mountain in the background.

A bunk bed with a lower bunk and a storage drawer, white bedding, and a wooden floor.

A building with a grey exterior, a white decorative column, and a window with metal bars.

15. V & A Backpackers

1.9 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

CA $50

CA $58 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a painting, and a wardrobe.

A small, enclosed outdoor space with a wooden fence, a metal gate, and a large umbrella providing shade.

A kitchen with a central island, a built-in oven, and a window.

A kitchen with a brick-textured island, a teal wall, and a colorful artwork above the cabinets.

16. Room-relaxing Guest House in The Heart o

0.8 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

CA $59

CA $69 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A multi-level indoor space with a central open area surrounded by seating and greenery.

A rooftop pool with a wooden deck and a cityscape view in the background.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two patterned pillows, a small table, and a patterned rug.

A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, a teal pillow, and a rolled white towel.

17. wex 1

3.1 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

CA $718

CA $718 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

18. Golden Sands Escapes

2.7 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

CA $2,503

CA $2,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A large white house with a covered porch, a swing, and a dining area with white furniture.

19. Brooklands House

2 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Nicholas

CA $132

CA $154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are posters and a clock on the wall.

A person standing in front of a wall with a red silhouette and several framed pictures.

A bed with striped bedding and red pillows, a red lamp on a side table, and a large plant.

20. Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

1 km from South African Astronomical Observatory

Dickson Osaro

CA $40

CA $40 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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Compare popular hotels close to South African Astronomical Observatory

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Inn Style Guesthouse	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
City Lodge Pinelands	9.0 Wonderful 267 reviews	View
Little Scotia Guest House	9.2 Wonderful 52 reviews	View
Neighbourgood Loop	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside	8.8 Excellent 438 reviews	View

Top South African Astronomical Observatory Hotel Reviews

Taj Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are so wonderful and friendly and really make you feel welcome Makes the stay worthwhile Rooms are clean ,spacious and extremely comfortable"

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were friendly and helpful, setting was convenient, room was clean and comfortable, and breakfast buffet delicious."

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!"

City Lodge Pinelands

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel. Superb friendly and efficient staff. Excellent room. Clean and well appointed. Will definitely recommend this hotel."

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

8/10 Good

"The check in was not accurate i had to complain after i was given a single room for 3 people with one bed when i had booked an appartment with 3 rooms and 3 beds."

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Bathroom could be cleaner especially the shower"

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

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

All Africa House

10/10 Excellent

"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."

Banksia Boutique

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely perfect! Beautiful room."

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Cape Town Science Centre

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

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Heart of Cape Town Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Heart of Cape Town Museum during your travels in Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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University of Cape Town

8.6/10 (181 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Cape Town during your stay in Cape Town. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.

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Mowbray Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Cape Town at Mowbray Golf Club. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Old Biscuit Mill

8.0/10 (7 reviews)

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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.

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.

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Our top choices for South African Astronomical Observatory hotels

1. Inn Style Guesthouse

2. City Lodge Pinelands

3. Little Scotia Guest House

4. Neighbourgood Loop

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

6. All Africa House

7. Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

8. Cape Town Micro Apartments

9. Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard

10. Riverlodge Backpackers

11. Banksia Boutique

12. Annex Lodge

13. Riverlands Sunbird Studio

14. Green Elephant Backpackers

15. V & A Backpackers

16. Room-relaxing Guest House in The Heart o

17. wex 1

18. Golden Sands Escapes

19. Brooklands House

20. Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to South African Astronomical Observatory

Top South African Astronomical Observatory Hotel Reviews

Taj Cape Town

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

City Lodge Pinelands

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

All Africa House

Banksia Boutique

Other attractions near South African Astronomical Observatory

Magnet Theatre

Cape Town Science Centre

Heart of Cape Town Museum

University of Cape Town

Mowbray Golf Club

Old Biscuit Mill

What If The World

Cape Town City Ballet

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