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title: "Docklands, Cape Town: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Docklands in Cape Town: rated 9.2 by guests, Apartment. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Apartment
# Docklands

De Waterkant, Cape Town, South Africa

9.2 ·  Excellent 63 reviews ·  #49 #49 of 344 in Cape Town ·  7.3 Location score
## About Docklands

Docklands is an apartment in De Waterkant, Cape Town, South Africa. Guests rate it 9.2 out of 10 across 63 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free parking. It is 1.1 km from the centre of Cape Town. The nearest beach is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 18 km away.

- **Type:** Apartment

- **Check-in from:** 14:30

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 28

- **Floors:** 6

- **Opened:** 2019

- **Last renovated:** 2019

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 87

70 Prestwhich Street

## How Docklands scores

Better rated than 88% of hotels in Cape Town

-   Guest rating **9.2**
-   Location **7.3**
-   Facilities **4.2**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **6.1**
-   Public transport **4.7**

Cape Town average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Balcony
-   In-room safe

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.3**/10

- **Walk grade:** **85**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **80**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **18**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">20 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Rovos Rail Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town International Airport (CPT)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">42 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Cape Town Aquarium510 m
-   Two Oceans Aquarium540 m
-   Portside Tower570 m
-   Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa Pavilion580 m
-   Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA)640 m
-   Cape Medical Museum690 m

## Docklands: in detail

Docklands provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Experience the wonders of Cape Town with ease by utilizing the services provided at shuttle. The apartment offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the apartment's tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. The apartment is completely smoke-free. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at apartment, select rooms are equipped with linen service to improve your stay. At Docklands , a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. In select rooms, the apartment offers visitors access to a refrigerator. Maintain your cleanliness and feel revitalized using a hair dryer available in select guest restrooms. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at apartment to enhance your experience. Experience unparalleled comfort as groceries can be brought right to your room at Docklands through their distinctive delivery assistance. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the apartment at its BBQ facilities. During your stay at apartment, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool.

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## Questions about Docklands

### How do guests rate Docklands?

Docklands has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10 from 63 reviews, which is better than 88% of rated hotels in Cape Town.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Docklands?

Check-in starts at 14:30 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Docklands have a pool?

Yes, Docklands has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Docklands?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Docklands from the airport?

The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 18 km away in a straight line.

### Is Docklands close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.2 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Docklands have?

Docklands has 28 rooms on 6 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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