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The Cape Milner

A 4-star hotel in Cape Town's City Bowl, framed by Signal Hill and Lion's Head, with an outdoor pool and a well-reviewed restaurant.

  • Quiet City Bowl setting
  • Outdoor pool and sun terrace
  • In-house restaurant and bar
8.7 Great 1117 reviews Booking.com 8.7 · 1117 reviews

About

The Cape Milner

The Cape Milner sits in Cape Town's City Bowl, a setting defined by Signal Hill, Lion's Head, Table Mountain and Devil's Peak. It is an 18-minute stroll from St George's Cathedral. The hotel offers a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and a range of services including a 24-hour reception, laundry, and tour assistance.

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a coffee machine, and a bathtub. Some categories include a balcony or a Table Mountain view. The property also houses a fitness centre, a leisure/TV room, and meeting facilities.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • High guest ratings across the board — Rooms (9.2), service (9.3), and value (9.0) all score above 9, with overall rating at 8.7 from over 1,100 reviews.
  • Central yet quiet location — In the City Bowl, a short walk from St George's Cathedral and surrounded by Table Mountain landmarks.
  • Quality on-site dining — The restaurant earns an 8.8 dining score, and several reviews praise the breakfast, dinner, and bar service.
  • Well-equipped rooms — Rooms include air conditioning, a coffee machine, a bathtub, and some offer balconies or Table Mountain views.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Limited room flexibility — Standard and Luxury rooms come with two single beds, and the Double or Twin Room has a king bed — no dedicated double-twin option.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not permit pets, which may be a constraint for some travellers.
  • Check-in window ends at midnight — Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, so late arrivals after midnight may need to arrange alternative plans.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Double or Twin Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Suite Table Mountain View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe deposit box
  • Key card access
  • No smoking on site

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge area
  • In-room breakfast
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Mini-bar

Recreation

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • Massage
  • Leisure/TV room

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/out
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Car hire
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Paid shuttle service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Accessibility

  • Rooms for disabled guests
  • Lift

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.7
Great 1117 reviews

Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 1,117 reviews

Booking.com · 8.7 · 1117 reviews
8.7Verified guest

“Excellent facilities, including Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception, and a pleasant bar. The staff helped me locate a lost necklace during my first stay. I'm returning for business.”

8.7Verified guest

“A clean hotel with great service and a perfect location in a trendy area. Breakfast was impressive with a lovely view and excellent food. My room was nicely decorated, a good size, and had a Table Mountain view and a full bath.”

8.7Verified guest

“Modern interior design, spacious rooms with comfortable beds, and a breakfast with many choices. Service was great in the restaurant and bar, and we enjoyed the pool.”

8.7Verified guest

“Fresh coffee and a cafetiere, high-quality linen and towels, and a beautiful bathroom with a tub.”

8.7Verified guest

“The restaurant was beautiful for dinner, and we had light dishes. The room had air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TV, and a good-sized bathroom. The location in central Cape Town was perfect.”

8.7Verified guest

“Great dining options and a friendly atmosphere.”

04 — Location

Getting around Cape Town

The property sits in Cape Town.

City Bowl: The hotel sits in the City Bowl, defined by Signal Hill, Lion's Head, and Table Mountain. St George's Cathedral is an 18-minute walk away.

2 A Milner Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8010, South Africa

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
57 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 11:00.

Does the hotel allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed at The Cape Milner.

Is parking available?

Yes, the hotel offers parking.

What are the room types?

Options include Standard Room, Luxury Room, Double or Twin Room, and Suite Table Mountain View. Beds vary from two singles to a king-size, and the suite includes a balcony.

Are there dining options on site?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge area, with in-room breakfast and special diet menus available.

The bottom line

A well-rated, quiet City Bowl hotel with strong service and dining, ideal for travellers who want a comfortable base near Cape Town's landmarks.

8.7Based on 1,117 reviews and an 8.7 rating

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