You can look forward to an airport shuttle, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Southern Sun Newlands. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
Located in Newlands, a neighborhood in Cape Town, Southern Sun Newlands is in the suburbs and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain. Traveling with kids? Consider Cape Town Science Centre, or check out an event or a game at Newlands Cricket Ground. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
Main Road, 7, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700
What's nearby
Table Mountain National Park
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Newlands Cricket Ground
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Newlands Stadium
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Newlands Brewery
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Cavendish Square
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Newlands Station
4 min walk
Cape Town Station
16 min drive
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
19 min drive
Restaurants
KAUAI
7 min walk
Stones
6 min walk
Limnos Bakers
6 min walk
Barristers Restaurant
10 min walk
Hans & Lloyd
10 min walk
About this property
Southern Sun Newlands
Upscale family-friendly hotel in the historical district
An airport shuttle, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Southern Sun Newlands. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and access to a nearby indoor pool
Babysitting (surcharge), a banquet hall, and luggage storage
Room features
All 162 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Baby baths, childcare services, and free infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate tubs/showers
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free secured self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 195 per person
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Restaurants on site
Bihari
Newlands Cafe
Things to do
Gym
Indoor pool (guest access)
Family friendly
Access to nearby indoor pool
Baby bath
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
6,728 square feet of conference space
Business center
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Grab bar in shower
Grab bar near toilet
Hand-held showerhead
Low-height counter and sink
Portable shower seat
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
28-inch TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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:
1.00 percent destination 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 450 per person (one-way)
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, 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
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 4950199705
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number 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)
Property class
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Frequently asked questions
Is Southern Sun Newlands pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun Newlands?
As of 2026/8/19, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun Newlands on 2026/8/21 start from NT$3,057, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Southern Sun Newlands?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Southern Sun Newlands?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Southern Sun Newlands provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 450 per person applies.
Where is Southern Sun Newlands located?
This family-friendly Cape Town hotel is located in the historical district, within a 10-minute walk of Newlands Cricket Ground, Cavendish Square, and Newlands Stadium. Table Mountain National Park and Kingsbury Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km). Newlands Station is only a 4-minute walk and Claremont Station is 13 minutes.
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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