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Southern Sun The Cullinan

4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy poolside relaxation by day and fine dining under Cape Town's city lights by night at this central hotel

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Southern Sun the Cullinan in Cape Town City Centre offers an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a spa, international dishes at Peach Tree restaurant, and drinks at the bar. WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services complete the experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NT$6,092
NT$7,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
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About this property

Southern Sun The Cullinan

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Cape Town International Convention Centre
  • An airport shuttle, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Southern Sun The Cullinan. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a manicure/pedicure, or a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Peach Tree, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Babysitting (surcharge), free newspapers, and a banquet hall
    • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 394 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Baby baths, childcare services, and free infant beds
    • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
    • TVs with satellite channels
    • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 1 percent tourism fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 195 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 625 per vehicle (one way)
  • Covered self parking fee: ZAR 60 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sun The Cullinan have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

As of 2026/5/20, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun The Cullinan on 2026/6/11 start from NT$6,092, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Southern Sun The Cullinan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for ZAR 60 per day.

What time is check-in at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Southern Sun The Cullinan?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Southern Sun The Cullinan provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 625 per vehicle applies.

Where is Southern Sun The Cullinan located?

This family-friendly Cape Town hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 5-minute walk of Cape Town International Convention Centre, Bree Street, and Long Street. Africa Centre and Adderley Street are also within 10 minutes. Cape Town Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 270 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle to waterfront....excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, restaurants and pool. Shuttle bus to V&A is a great perk also. The room are a suitable size for a family of four. Overall, great location for a city break.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staff was very friendly and helpfull,all round was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They did their utmost to make our stay comfortable. Staff were quite professional and courteous
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel, great staff!!! It also has a great location and a shuttle to the VA waterfront. Rooms are nice and clean, but what makes this place is the staff! They are definitely top notch. Will stay here again perfect location right next to the convention center.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located near the waterfront, old but very good hotel, good restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Our family loved
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Fantastic hotel. Clean, luxurious, and absolutely the best staff anywhere. Great location, very highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, rooms are excellent, friendly staff, wonderful breakfast. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend!

Excellent service and very friendly staff throughout the hotel. Fabulous location, delicious breakfast, spacious room, highly recommend for accommodation in Cape Town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent base for a stay in Cape Town for business or pleasure. Superb staff at Reception, Dining room, bar, housekeeping. The regular shuttle to V & A Waterfront much appreciated. Thank you; would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is absolutely clean. Walking distance to waterfront and it has shuttle to waterfront each hour. Very convenient. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s standard room (Queen size). It was fluffy towels, the shower was excellent. The downstairs Stella Dining and Bar was wonderful. Particularly enjoyed the salmon appetizer. Unfortunately, the shampoo was missing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for four nights and had a wonderful experience. Our hotel room was warm, inviting and comfortable. The staff in the hotel and restaurant were all very kind, helpful and great with our kids. The complimentary shuttle to the V&A waterfront is a nice service. You can pick up the sightseeing bus from there, or across from the hotel. Overall a very pleasant and comfortable stay in a great location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Southern Sun Cullinan. The room was very clean and each day we were provided with a snack or fruit. The dining was top notch and we particularly enjoyed the breakfast buffet each day. The staff was friendly and helpful even during checkout day when the lobby was pretty chaotic. Will stay again if we’re in Cape Town in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed there for a week in one room with 2 adults and 2 kids. Very comfortable room. We had breakfast included and the buffet was endless. Very classy feel throughout the hotel. Short walk to the harbourfront but they also offered hourly shuttles. Location was very convenient for all our tours and just walking around the town. We didn't use the pool - I can comment that it wasn't huge but it seemed adequate. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic staff and service

Stopped at this hotel for 10 nights with the family. Facilities were great and all the staff were fabulous. They could not have been more helpful. The bar and restaurant was a good standard and very reasonably priced. The rooms were spotless but a little tired although the hotel is about to undergo a major refurb,
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. We stayed here prior to and after a cruise. The hotel offers a shuttle service to and from the airport. They also shuttled us to the docks to board the ship. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet (included) and the food service outside by the pool. Delicious food in beautiful surroundings. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. Great location to be close to the ocean and the docks. The staff were very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dexter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Cullinan was excellent. From house cleaning, to the excellent chef, to the great bus drive..Kayah and Freddie were awesome and so many of the waiters had exactly what I wanted to drink each morning. Thanks for a memorable stay. I felt like I was leaving my family. The Wattley family Dexter,Vanessa and kids.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fine. It was clean, staff was nice and friendly. Had never been to South Africa so it wasn't in an area that I expected it to be after seeing the pictures online. But all was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel location was excellent. Breakfast was very good. The staff were also good in general, except the lady who made egg during breakfast. The hotel rooms were not sound proof, not even sound resistant. You can hear everything from the corridors, neighboring rooms, noise from outside, virtually everything. Not comfortable to work or sleep due to noise.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel

Our stay was fabulous at this beautiful property. All the employees were so friendly and helpful. The meals at Stella were delicious. The sweet and spicy margaritas were wonderful. The wait staff were excellent. The property, rooms and lobby were extremely clean and well kept. I enjoyed one of the best massages at the spa by Lolisa! Special thanks to: John, Anthony the manager and Serina. Also, Freddy the shuttle driver was so friendly and helpful. You must select this hotel for your stay in Cape Town!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Staff & service
The room was dated, TV had a bad signal, shower and toilet were not functioning good. There was a bath but this is unneccessary. The gym was not well equipped. At ground floor all looked nice, cafe was good and the food in there was amazing. Personnel was friendly, also at breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023