De Waterkant, City Bowl
De Waterkant is, in truth, a modernised rendition of the Bo-Kaap and lies just next to this same suburb. This is a trendy area that has maintained, and even accentuated, the colourful, bright semi-detached houses - restoring them into fashionable cottages that, together with the cobbled, tree-lined streets and spectacular views, bring to mind New York’s Greenwich Village and London’s Soho.
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The De Waterkant Village - now as many as 80 properties within walking distance of restaurants, the Cape Quarter shopping centre and local entertainment - is regarded as a resort-type experience, although this does the charming, character-full village an injustice. The bright, 18th century cottages are given over to guest houses offering authentic ‘local’ living and nestling on the lower slopes of Signal Hill overlooking Table Bay.
A walk along Wale Street towards the Bo-Kaap (‘above town’), brings you to a neighbourhood that is said to hold the highest number of buildings dating back to before the year 1840, in South Africa, that miraculously managed to survive apartheid and the fate of other similar areas, like district six.
From De Waterkant you can walk to the city centre; the V&A Waterfront and the Table Mountain cableway are a quick drive away; and the fashionable Atlantic beaches and trendy Atlantic Seaboard suburbs are close at hand to explore.
Travellers' Reviews
4 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
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We have just returned from a months visit where we stayed in Loader Street, De Waterkant. We are back in the cold weather and missing beautiful Cape Town and especially the friendly people and lovely weather of the Cape. We did lots of sight seeing trips and were always glad to come home to our lovely apartment with the beautiful views of the harbour. We will be back next year! Thats for sure.
Wilfred Ossler (Hamburg, Germany)
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If you stay in De Waterkant you will have the most amazing views of the city and harbour / waterfront. Its absolutely beautiful especially at night. We found this area very safe and a great place to base ourselves in - we were central to everything. Spent time at the Waterfront (lots of good shopping and great restaurants) and then we spend days doing tours to the winelands. Try the City sightseeing bus - that was great fun and we saw all the highlight of the Cape Peninsula. For nightlife, the city and greeenpoint are at you feet! I absolutely recommend De Waterkant as a great place to stay for any trip to Cape Town!
Margaret P (Durbs)
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70 Loader Street
70 Loader Street Self-catering is positioned at the quieter end of Loader Street and is a holiday house with a single garage extending across to ...
110 Waterkant Street
110 Waterkant Street is also fondly known as 'The Clown House', due to the past owners being professional clowns. This stylish luxury three bedro...
Forty on L 607
Forty on L 607 is a charming 1-bedroom apartment nestled in the vibrant neighbourhood of Bo-Kaap in Cape Town. As you step inside, you will immed...
City Bowl Stylish Villa
City Bowl Stylish Villa is located in the centre of De Waterkant Village, offering self catering in Cape Town. Enjoy the view of Table Mountain f...
208 De Waterkant Piazza
208 De Waterkant Piazza apartment accommodates four guests in two bedrooms each with a Queen-size bed. The main bedroom has doors that open onto ...
Lime Grove Cottage
Lime Grove Cottage is an old-charm house that fits perfectly in trendy De Waterkant. It offers Cape Town self catering only fifteen minutes to wa...
De Waterkant Guest Suites
De Waterkant Guest Suites offers Cape Town self catering in De Waterkant. There is a selection of excellent delis, restaurants and coffee shops o...
Home Suites The Quarter
Home Suites The Quarter is located in the trendiest pocket of Cape Town in a vibrantly painted neighbourhood. The accommodation offers breath-tak...
42 Napier Street
42 Napier Street is a three bedroom cottage that can accommodate five persons and is ideally located at the centre of De Waterkant Village. As yo...
Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel
Rouge on Rose is for the holiday or business traveller who wants to be right at the centre of all things Cape Town. With its 9 meticulousl...
75 Loader Street
75 Loader Street is a two bed roomed cottage ideally located in the upper half of De Waterkant Village. The cottage leads onto a roof top terrace...
11 Dixon Apartment 405
11 Dixon Apartment 405 offers accommodation in Cape Town located right at the heart of the De Waterkant village, between Hudson and Dixon Streets...
Greenwich Square
Greenwich Square is a two bedroom Cape Town self catering apartment (sleeps 4 guests) situated in the trendy area of De Waterkant. From here you ...
Neighbourgood Napier
Neighbourgood Napier offers an all-inclusive living and working experience, surrounded by plenty of restaurants, shops, a yoga studio, access to ...
76 Waterkant Street
This house at 76 Waterkant Street has been re-developed changing it from a very popular two bedroom property to a beautifully designed four bedro...
48 Harbour Terrace
This double volume loft style apartment offers accommodation for four guests in two bedrooms. The complex has a gym, outdoor swimming pool and 24...
201 Piazza
201 Piazza is a four sleeper self catering villa found in the heart of De Waterkant. The villa sleeps four guests in two bedrooms. Both bedrooms ...
City Bowl Rooftop
City Bowl Roof Top is a charming Cape Town self catering house in the heart of the Cape Quarter, on the characterful Loader Street, in De Waterka...
2 Bayview Terrace
2 Bayview Terrace is perfect property for friends or families, this unique house boasts one of the best location and facilities in the village. T...
Rockefellers
Rockefellers is a two bedroom apartment found on the 1st floor of the Rockwell building in the popular area of De Waterkant. This fabulous apartm...
Jarvis 27A
Jarvis 27A is an air conditioned holiday apartment with three bedrooms. The living area flows to an outdoor area with a heated plunge pool. On th...
The Docklands 509
The immediate sensation when one walks through the front door of The Docklands 509 is the feeling of being in a luxurious New York Apartment. The...
32 Napier Apartment 403
32 Napier apartment 403 has two air-conditioned bedrooms furnished with Queen-size beds. There are two bathrooms. One of these is en-suite. Styli...
Soho on Strand A6
Soho On Strand A6 is a self catering split level apartment offering holiday accommodation in De Waterkant for up to 4 guests. This popular area i...
92 Waterkant Street
Located at the heart of the De Waterkant Village this sophisticated Cape town self catering house has been lovingly restored to the highest stand...
312 Rockwell
Accommodating two guests only, this modern and luxurious apartment is centrally located in De Waterkant close to V&A Waterfront, CBD and CTICC. T...
52 Loader Street
52 Loader Street Holiday Accommodation is located at the quieter end of Loader Street. The property is tastefully designed and is ideal for coupl...
McKinnon House Unit 2
McKinnon Apartment 2 is stylish and a perfect location to explore and see what the Mother City has to offer. This lovely unit offers one bedroom ...
10 Loader Street
10 Loader Street is a stylish property that has been cleverly designed with open plan living space, pool and three bedrooms. This is ideal accomm...
Quayside 1206
Quayside 1206 is a comfortable apartment located in De Waterkant. This Cape Town self catering apartment has beautiful views of Table Mountain an...
PLGRM Place
PLGRM Place is a lovely upmarket apartment offering Cape Town self catering in De Waterkant. An inspiring designer space, the ideal location for ...
The Grey Hotel
The Grey Hotel is an elegant, trendy space made up of beautifully intimate 19th century heritage houses with various courtyards at its centre. At...
The Capital Mirage 704
The Capital Mirage 704 Holiday Apartment in De Waterkant has one bedroom furnished with a Queen-size bed. There is a sleeper couch in the living ...
115 De Waterkant Piazza
115 De Waterkant Piazza is Located at the quiet end of the village. This 2 bedroom property has its own entrance and benefits from secure parking...
8A Loader Street
8A Loader Street is a studio apartment situated right at the heart of De Waterkant, providing a central location. A great place to "work from hom...
24 Loader Street
24 Loader Street is a 3 bedroom holiday home that accommodates 6 guests. The property is modern and stylish from within and boasts one of the hig...
City Bowl Designer
City Bowl Designer offers modern De Waterkant accommodation in a prime locations. This apartment is situated in Sovereign Quay in De Waterkant, C...
14 Harbour Terrace
14 Harbour Terrace is a modern and beautifully renovated self-catering loft apartment with a Juliet balcony and views towards the V&A Waterfront....
145 Waterkant Street
145 Waterkant Street is a self catering holiday house in Waterkant Street. This three bedroom home sleeps six guests in total and has everything ...
Neighbourgood Old Cape Quarter
Neighbourgood Old Cape Quarter offers stylishly furnished all-inclusive holiday apartments in De Waterkant. Accommodation is offered in a range o...
46 Loader Street
46 Loader Street is located in the well known area of De Waterkant, with easy access to restaurants, shops, the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Central...
Harbouredge Standard Apartments
Harbouredge Standard Apartments are conveniently situated in close proximity to the Cape Town International Convention Centre as well as the V&A ...
Harbouredge Two Bedroom Apartment
Harbouredge Two Bed Apartment offers guests a comfortable stay in Cape Town. The apartment is serviced and conveniently situated in close proximi...
139 Waterkant Street
139 Waterkant Street is situated at the heart of De Waterkant village, with restaurants, bars and cafes within walking distance. This property is...
165 Waterkant Street
165 Waterkant Street is right at the heart of De Waterkant, accommodation is offered in newly restored property that retains the historic layout ...
9B Loader Street
Offering accommodation for 4 guests (2 couples or a small family) in the trendy suburb of De Waterkant, 9B Loader Street has an open plan living ...
7 Bayview Terrace
With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, 7 Bayview Terrace sleeps six guests in luxurious comfort. Spanning from Loader Street across to Bayview ...
8B Loader Street
8B Loader Street is a first floor studio apartment situated right at the heart of De Waterkant, providing a central location. 8A Loader Street is...
40 Napier Street
Luxurious two bedroom cottage accommodation ideally located at the centre of De Waterkant Village with spectacular views of Table Mountain, the C...
163 Waterkant Street
163 Waterkant Street offers De Waterkant accommodation in a popular one bed terraced cottage. Right at the heart of De Waterkant, this newly rest...
Harbouredge Superior Apartments
Harbouredge Superior Apartments are serviced apartments offering a comfortable stay in Cape Town. The apartments are conveniently situated within...
Beaumont Cottages 2
Beaumont Cottage Two in De Waterkant offers self-catering holiday accommodation in Cape Town. Situated in the heart of Cape Town within the upmar...
Loader Street Studio 5
Loader Street Studio 5 is a duplex apartment nuzzled quietly in the mountain side offering comfortable accommodation in De Waterkant. This trendy...
316 Rockwell
316 Rockwell is an air-conditioned apartment located a short walk from the Cape Quarter, an area well known for its excellent restaurants. The th...
Harbouredge Studio Apartments
Harbouredge Studio Apartment is serviced apartment which is conveniently situated in close proximity to the Cape Town International Convention Ce...
4 Bayview Terrace
4 Bayview Terrace is perfect for accommodating families or groups. This large traditional property boasts one of the best locations in the villag...
Things to do in the area
The Chocolate Studio
The Lindt Chocolate Studio offers a number of courses ranging from chocolate appreciation to dessert tasters, the art of truffles and cup cakes! ...
Coffee Culture at Origin
Based in an atmospheric industrial feel location in De Waterkant, the owners of Origin Roastery are on a mission to improve the quality of coffee...
Follow the cobble stone road
A history paved in pebbles, a stone throw from the ocean, grounded on the mountain rock; De Waterkant (the Water side). Count the blessings of th...
La Petite Tart
You might not have Paris in the Spring time but you can have an any time indulgence of Parisian decadence at La Petite Tarte. A little tart on a ...
Cape Quarter
Standing out as one of the most stylish shopping centres in the Western Cape, the Cape Quarter in De Waterkant is home to over 100 stylish retail...
Anatoli Turkish Restaurant
On entering Anatoli Turkish Restaurant in Green Point, one is enveloped with a sense of warmth and a feeling of being in Turkey. Owned and manage...
Alexander Bar
Alexander Bar in the heart of Cape Town attracts a mixed crowd of interesting locals young and old as well as a smattering of tourists from ...
Prestwich Memorial Garden
It is no secret that South Africa has had a somewhat dappled history, plagued at one time by slavery and the unfair treatment of fellow man. Harn...
Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre
As the most popular shopping destination in South Africa, the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, at the V&A Waterfront, is a hub of excitement and ...
Noteworthy attractions
Table Mountain National Park
At the south-western tip of South Africa, the Table Mountain National Park encompasses the incredibly scenic Peninsula mountain chain stretching ...
V&A Waterfront
One of Cape Town's biggest tourist attractions, the Waterfront evokes images of the early activities of the harbour. Much of its charm lies in th...
Table Mountain
Since the first person laid eyes on Table Mountain, it has exerted its powerful and charismatic pull, enchanting and drawing any and all who fall...
Robben Island
For nearly 400 years, Robben Island, 12 kilometres from Cape Town, was a place of banishment, exile, isolation and imprisonment. It was here at R...
Signal Hill
Signal Hill, which connects Kloof Nek to Lion’s Head, in the distinctive shape of a lion’s rump, is one of the most famous spots in Cape Town for...
Noon Day Gun
Up on Signal Hill at 12:00 exactly every day, a cannon is fired. Accurate to the nearest millisecond, it booms over the Mother City, Table Mounta...
Castle of Good Hope
A unique combination of history, fine wine, traditional food, military ceremonies and craftsmanship awaits you at this pentagonal fortification. ...
Cape Town City Hall
On Cape Town's Grand Parade stands an imposing Italian Renaissance-style Edwardian building constructed from honey limestone. Cape Town's City Ha...
Company's Garden
The Company's Garden is a large public park and botanical garden set in the heart of Cape Town, home to a rose garden, Japanese garden, fish pond...
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