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Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

3.0 star property
3-star golf hotel in Observatory

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Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom
Property amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Liesbeek Avenue, Off Liesbeek Parkway, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925
  • Place, South African Astronomical Observatory
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town Science Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Magnet Theatre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Loft, 1 Bedroom (Barn)

Loft, 1 Bedroom (Barn)

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Single Beds

Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Cape Town

Observatory stay.Your stay at this Observatory hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Cape Town Science Centre and Groote Schuur Hospital. University of Cape Town and Vincent Pallotti Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • South African Astronomical Observatory - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cape Town Science Centre - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Heart of Cape Town Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Magnet Theatre - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Observatory Station - 17 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 19 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Platō coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Woolworth Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fraiche Ayres - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cactus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aiyara Thai - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray

3-star golf hotel in Observatory
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cape Town hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1986
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 35 per day)
  • 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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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 allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 260.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 195 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300.00 per person (one way)
  • Self parking fee: ZAR 35.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 260.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray to the airport?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray is 9 mi (21-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray on Jul 17, 2026 start from CA $117, 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.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have an airport shuttle?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of ZAR 300.00 per person, one way.

How close is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray to the beach?

This hotel is 8.9 mi (29-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 9.2 mi (30-min drive) from Clifton Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 195 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 35.00 per day.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have a pool?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray features an outdoor pool.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray to downtown Cape Town?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray is 3.5 mi away from Cape Town.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 145 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely friendly staff , good breakfast choice nice relaxing place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property with a very rich history, I thoroughly enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A most beautiful main building, Cape Dutch at its historical best. My room was luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's always lovely to stay at this hotel. I look forward to it every time and I hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

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

lovely stay

great country atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralf-J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice experience. The nice yard is a bit affected by the noise from the highway nearby.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service

Solo Travel

Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BOAHEN

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

excellent

my staying was so exciting and anytime I pay visit to SA will be lodge there.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

a little haven ....you want to stay here

hotel is easy to get to ...quite central because of easy access to all the highways. Beautiful, quiet and nice surroundings. Rooms are spacious, mattress is really good. On site breakfast is excellent. Staff are great. Could not wish for anything better. this was my fourth stay here...I will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and full of historic charm. The on-site Wild Fern restaurant had delicious food and a cozy atmosphere. My only "negative" was that both Apple Maps and Google maps struggled to map directions to the property--they both routed us through the hospital drive which is closed to through traffic. Not the hotel's fault, just a heads up to other travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BOAHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly. Did not like that walk ins were not welcome at breakfast. It wasn’t like that before. At 10 pm We asked for drinks at bar and front service said it was toooo late.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

I showed up and they didn't have my reservation. The staff said they weren't familiar with Expedia. Weeks later and Expedia still won't refund me. Don't stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hermi

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

Short stay with Protea Hotel

My son and I visited CT for 4 days and according to them I booked for 2 adults. No one phoned before we arrived to confirm our booking. They couldn't help me with an explanation on how it happened; booking app's fault or theirs? Breakfast service was excellent. Our fire alarm went off twice. The reception had no idea about the fire alarm that went off at weird times - early mornings and even at night really late. Feedback would be appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Chambre propre très agréable piscine petite hôtel est mal isolé
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa-Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wahnsinnig nettes Personal beim Frühstück und beim Ein- und Auschecken
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, spacious, very clean room. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

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

Unbelievably good value for money

Charming main building makes you feel like your in the winelands yet you are minutes from city, spacious comfortable rooms, excellent on site restaurant. Absolutely best value for money. Only drawback and reason for amazing price is the highway noise in the background. Doesn’t bother you when in your room and you can’t see it but you can hear it by pool and in public areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great access to the Cape Town airport with a wonderful restaurant - great for Cape Town trips especially for early morning flights (after long evenings in the Wild Fig Restaurant)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Hen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphäre gemütlich, antik, alles da, freundlich
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
historische Einrichtung, Ausstattung, Lage zum Flughafen, Alleinlage, sehr hilfsbereites Personal
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look for other options - very poor value!

This hotel is not only in a very difficult to find and odd location, but it felt old and run down. As a solo female traveler I felt unsafe opening my door in the dark and would not have walked to my car. My room itself was ok but outside my door the view of a 10 foot trash pile in a parking lot. There was no in room thermostat and I opened my balcony door at 3an to get some air as I was roasting and a man ( hopefully guest) was standing in the middle of the courtyard and spooked me. Perhaps smoking or perhaps other. Regardless I shut and locked the balcony door. The staff was friendly but the atmosphere and Furniture in common areas looked Like grandmas house - not in a kitschy antique way but in a run down old way. I absolutely would not recommend this hotel. Especially for a solo female traveler. I booked it by mistake but thought maybe it would be ok as it’s near UCT This may have been my most uncomfortable hotel stay of my adult life and I’m 50!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar Vernon

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

Protea Mowbray, the place to be!!!!!!

Amazing, amazing,amazing..place was neat and clean, staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was awesome. Special thanks to Zahra at front desk you were very helpful, friendly and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Pleasant Retreat

Improvement could be made on the grounds. A pleasant sitting place could be created for the back garden of the ground suites.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019