About this property

Modern Comforts: Charles Hope Boutique Hometel in Cape Town offers a recently renovated aparthotel with a rooftop swimming pool, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, kitchenettes, and private bathrooms with city views. Dining Experience: The modern restaurant serves South African cuisine with pizza, barbecue grill, and local specialties. Breakfast includes continental, buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, and vegetarian options. Live music enhances the dining experience. Convenient Location: Located 1.2 mi from Robben Island Ferry and a 15-minute walk to CTICC, the aparthotel is 2.1 mi from V&A Waterfront and 4.3 mi from Table Mountain. Cape Town International Airport is 12 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

  • Private parking available


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Federico
Germany Germany
Amazing hotel and wonderful staff! The restaurant is open the whole day and the breakfast is great!
Bryan
United States United States
Location from airport, shopping district, food, staff and safe environment
Asare
United States United States
Staff are very friendly. Location is on point and the rooms are ceey clean and I received cleaning services every day.
Gaye
United States United States
The location was great. We were worried it would be loud from the street noise. We arrived on a Saturday - there was a very loud street party going on. But that was not the case for the rest of our three night stay. The breakfast was amazing and...
Roxana
Mexico Mexico
The location, breakfast and the staff were amazing
Darragh
Ireland Ireland
Location was very central and staff were very attentive and extremely pleasant. It was an extremely comfortable hotel where you could cater for yourself as each room is like a mini apartment. The breakfast was nice but, unfortunately, there was...
Roger
United States United States
Excellent location, beautiful room, very helpful staff, and convenient restaurant with terrific breakfast choices.
Chiquele
Mozambique Mozambique
Breakfast was fantastic. Staff really nice and helpful.
Milos
United States United States
This was overall a wonderful experience. The location of the hotel was perfect right in the center of the town. The room was clean and well equipped. The staff was most wonderful, friendly and accommodating. We do travel a lot and this had to be...
Shay
Israel Israel
Price, Location, Parking, Cleanness, staff, breakfast, Rooftop swimming pool

Managed by Charles Hope Apartments

Company review score: 8.2Based on 4,168 reviews from 20 properties
20 managed properties

Company info

Since 2016, Charles Hope has been welcoming guests to a growing portfolio of stylish serviced apartments and hometels across the UK, redefining modern extended-stay living through thoughtfully designed spaces and exceptional hospitality. In 2025, we proudly launched our first global hometel in Cape Town, marking an exciting international milestone for the brand and bringing the Charles Hope experience to one of the world’s most vibrant destinations. The same year also saw the introduction of Noah, our new restaurant and bar concept, created to complement the Charles Hope lifestyle with inviting spaces to dine, socialise, and unwind. At Charles Hope, we create spaces that feel like a true home away from home — combining contemporary interiors, carefully selected locations, and modern amenities with the convenience and service of a premium hospitality experience. Supported by a dedicated team focused on delivering seamless and memorable stays, we aim to provide guests with comfort, style, and a genuine sense of belonging wherever they travel.

Property info

Charles Hope Cape Town is a contemporary boutique hometel located in the heart of Cape Town’s vibrant CBD on Shortmarket Street — where we’re redefining hospitality by making a home out of a hotel. A hometel brings together the best parts of hotel living with the comfort and freedom of home. Guests can enjoy the facilities, service, safety, and convenience you would expect from a modern hotel, alongside thoughtfully designed spaces created for living, relaxing, and truly settling in. At Charles Hope Cape Town, guests benefit from modern amenities including high-speed Wi-Fi, stylish communal spaces, on-site dining and social experiences through Noah restaurant and bar, professional hospitality service, and the comfort of a secure, professionally managed property. At the same time, our spacious apartments with fully equipped kitchens, comfortable living areas, and flexible stay options offer the independence and ease of home living — without the limitations of a traditional hotel stay. Perfect for both short and extended stays, Charles Hope Cape Town combines contemporary design, flexibility, and exceptional hospitality in one of the city’s most exciting neighbourhoods, placing guests within easy reach of Cape Town’s best dining, business, culture, and entertainment. Please note: We manage a number of apartments within this building. The images shown on the listing represent the overall style and standard of our units; however, the exact apartment allocated may differ from the photos. Furniture and décor may vary between apartments, but the size, layout and key features remain consistent across all units.

Neighborhood info

Located on lively Shortmarket Street in the heart of Cape Town’s City Bowl, our property places guests right in the centre of one of the city’s most exciting and walkable neighbourhoods. Surrounded by trendy cafés, award-winning restaurants, rooftop bars, art galleries, and boutique shops, the area perfectly blends Cape Town’s historic charm with its modern urban energy. Guests can easily explore some of Cape Town’s top attractions on foot, including the colourful Bo-Kaap district, Greenmarket Square, Company’s Garden, and the buzzing Bree Street dining scene. The famous V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain cableway, and Cape Town Stadium are all just a short drive away. The CBD is also ideal for business and leisure travellers alike, offering convenient access to corporate offices, conference venues, nightlife, and cultural hotspots. With easy transport links and plenty of nearby entertainment, Shortmarket Street is the perfect base for experiencing everything Cape Town has to offer — from world-class dining and shopping to iconic scenery and vibrant local culture

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,French

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Noah
  • Cuisine
    Pizza • Grill/BBQ • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern

Amenities of Charles Hope Boutique Hometel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Elevator

House rules

Charles Hope Boutique Hometel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 2,000 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about $123. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note the access to the rooftop bar and outdoor pool at our partner hotel.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Charles Hope Boutique Hometel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of ZAR 2,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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