The V&A Waterfront, short for Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, is a dynamic mixed-use suburb in Cape Town, South Africa. Named after Prince Alfred and Queen Victoria, it stands as a testament to the city's rich history and modern development.
Often referred to as The Waterfront and The V&A, it features upmarket residential apartments, a major shopping mall, a marina, and multiple large hotels. With Table Mountain as its backdrop, the 123-hectare neighborhood attracts millions of visitors each year.
A Historical Landmark
The V&A Waterfront is a central part of the very beginning of the settlement of the city of Cape Town. The Waterfront sits on the site of the oldest working harbor in the Southern Hemisphere. In 1654, two years after his arrival in this relatively safe bay at the foot of Table Mountain, Jan van Riebeeck built a small jetty as part of his task to establish a refreshment station at the Cape.
Fresh water and fresh produce were provided to the ships of the Dutch East India Company on their arduous and lengthy journey to their outposts in Java and Batavia. In June 1858, serious winter storms, which were a common occurrence, wrecked over 30 vessels.
In 1938 work was started to reclaim land between the city centre and the harbour, most notably the new Duncan Dock. The Foreshore (230 hectares) made city expansion possible. In 1984, Sol Kreiner, Mayor of Cape Town, advanced what would become the V&A Waterfront by forming a steering committee to consider a waterfront scheme: "As Johannesburg has gold, we have a beautiful city as a tourist attraction and we must all work together for a better Cape Town."
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Shopping and Retail
The mall is one of Cape Town's largest, and the Waterfront features numerous other retail spaces, including the Watershed, and Alfred Mall. Today it is a mixed-use development that spans 23 hectares, with 24 million visitors a year.
Commercial Hub
Within the Waterfront are offices for Investec, Deloitte, Radisson Hotels, EY, Allan Gray, Pam Golding Property Group, Duracell, British American Tobacco, Red Bull, BP, and Ninety One.
Sustainable Development
The V&A Waterfront has seen development in the Silo district, which currently houses the headquarters of Allan Gray Investment Management at Silo 1 and apartments at Silo 2.
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The V&A Waterfront takes sustainable development seriously. The Ridge, one of its buildings, was awarded a 6-star Green Star Design rating. The Radisson RED at the V&A Waterfront has also received sustainability accolades.
Accommodation at Waterfront Village
These light, bright and modern apartments are situated on the popular Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, offering views out toward the waterfront and behind to the towering Table Mountain. Offering flexibility and comfort, the apartments are spacious and offer an excellent range of amenities.
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Guests also have use of the property's facilities, which include five swimming pools of various sizes, a well-equipped gym for which there is a one-off fee, a coffee shop and a juice bar. The apartments range from Standard to Penthouse, offering between one and three bedrooms, ensuring that there's accommodation to suit everyone.
Each is individually-styled and fully furnished, with en suite bathrooms, kitchens, satellite TVs, DVD players, safes, washing machines and tumble dryers, as well as secure undercover parking. Close to the city center and a short walk to the shops and restaurants of Victoria Wharf, the apartments are well positioned for exploring the Mother City.
The apartments are all self-catering and shopping in the Waterfront is relatively straightforward, with the Pick 'n Pay Supermarket in Victoria Wharf close by. However, we've found the personal shopping service to be quite useful and convenient.
You can select from a list including items such as cereal, washing powder, fruit and coffee, which are then purchased for you and are in the apartment on your arrival. Please speak to your specialist if you'd like to arrange this, as it requires pre-booking. There are various apartments available to suit families.
Guests can make use of the property's five swimming pools, gym, coffee shop and juice bar. Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Waterfront Village as part of your trip. Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay.
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Activities and Experiences
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying.- Travel between Pretoria and Cape Town aboard the Blue Train to experience one of South Africa’s finest rail journeys.
- Travel across Southern Africa in the restored trains of Rovos Rail.
The Cape Peninsula is an area of dramatic natural beauty and huge ecological significance, which manages to retain a wild feel despite its huge popularity with visitors. As you drive south from Cape Town, you pass through the exclusive suburbs of Camps Bay and Clifton before continuing onto Hout Bay and through Constantia, where the road meanders behind Table Mountain and down onto the coast.
Hotel Features and Amenities
Other magnificent amenities at the hotel include outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, laundry service, free on-site parking, wireless internet access, a 24-hour front desk and access to an incredible marina development with inspired architecture crafted around tranquil waterways.
Booking Information
The guests can check in from 15:00. To check the nightly rates of Waterfront Village, simply begin by selecting the desired dates/length of stay and click the "Check Rates" button. Comparison and decisions can then be made with the display of pricing information for each style of guest room.
Information regarding room features and amenities is provided in the center of the screen. Having made the decision for dates, room style, and rates, simply locate and click on the "Book Now" button on the right hand side of the screen.
After making this selection you will be transferred to a "Complete Your Booking" form where various information will be requested in order to reserve your room at Waterfront Village. The "Details of Your Stay" will be displayed for your review so that you can ensure all information regarding your visit is acceptable and understood.
After reviewing the details, proceed by filling in the information requested in the "Guest Details" section. Answer the few basic questions required. Upon completing this, simply select the "Complete Reservation" button to finish booking your room at Waterfront Village.
Important Information for Guests
- The apartments are serviced daily and a linen and towel change service occurs every 5th day of the stay.
- Cleaning services on a Sunday and on public holidays can be arranged at an additional charge.
- Please note guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in.
- The credit card holder needs to be present and the credit card must match the one used to guarantee the booking.
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