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Southern Sun The Cullinan

4.0 of 5
1 Cullinan Street | Cape Town Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa (City Bowl)
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

This is going to be a short review. The service at this hotel has been by far The Best I have encountered in recent time. The location is the 'best' in Cape Town. The Breakfast and meals very tasteful with an awesome variety. The room was elegantly refurbished and warm. Our request for a room with a view was 'honoured'.... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Welcoming, good ambience and great meeting venue. It took me some time to enter the parking lot due to extra stringent measures to regulate entrance for non residents because of the Jazz festival. great atmosphere despite the long quo for breakfast in the morning.

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

India
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Stayed overnight at the hotel while on a office trip. Courteous staff with good Servise. Though my room Servise order took 40 mins (I was told 20) but I am nit picking here. In the morning the breakfast spread was excellent.

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

LA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Rooms here are pretty standard but by US standards, people may consider them small. Bathrooms may also be considered small by US standards, although there is a tub. Wifi is an additional fee, not free. Location is a convenient 10 minute walk to the V&A waterfront mall and they have an hourly shuttle to and from the hotel for guest... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The rooms have recently been renovated and staff are unfailingly helpful, friendly and well-trained. I had a business presentation and my forgot my slip (petticoat) and didn't have time to go shopping. The duty manager sent someone to go shopping for me and returned in time for me to wear it. I really appreciated the 'you have a problem and... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

Bothaville, South Africa
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

This is by far the best hotel in Cape Town. Easy to drive to Waterfront and surrounding areas, even if you want to go to Winelands in Stellenbosch. Easy reachable from the airport, and about 20 min or so drive. Restaurant is top notch, rooms is in perfect condition, overall the stay made my trip to Cape Town all worth... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

Cape Town Central, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

What a pleasure it was for me to be at The Cullinan. Being a vegetarian, lactose and gluten intolerant it is quite a mission to be catered too. This was no problem at the hotel. With no hassle and fuss Chef Layla was willing to bend over backwards to see to my culinary needs. Thank you to all the friendly... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

Wimborne, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Excellent service, fine immaculate rooms with great location walking distance (10 mins) to V & A and CBD. Stayed for 4 days and used for ideal base for visiting the whole of the Cape area. Only ate breakfast at hotel which was also superb_ only hotel I've stayed wit choice of 4 different types of sausages.

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

missouri
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28 reviews 28 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

I enjoyed this stay the most during my African tour. The decor is lovely. Rooms are average sized. Separate tub and shower. Desk and lounge chair. Internet for purchase. Food: Snacks are served in the afternoon. The buffet offers a cooked to order steak that is nice. Room service was very efficient and the food was delicious. Bell service was... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

mumbai,india
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21 reviews 21 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Stayed here for three nights.Very nice hotel and the food was excellent.The rooms are comfortable and spacious and the bathroom well maintained.Have been staying here on and on for some years now and they have maintained the standards.The a la carte restaurant has closed down and its only the buffet or the coffee shop.Having said that i can sincerely recomménd... More

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GarryReed, General Manager at Southern Sun The Cullinan, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. It is only through ongoing feedback, positive or negative, that we can improve on our delivery daily. We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Sun The Cullinan in the near future. Regards Garry Reed | General Manager More

 
 
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What travellers say

  • Pool area(20)
  • Free shuttle(16)
  • South Africa(10)
  • Courtesy bus(5)
  • Great location(5)
  • Table Mountain(5)
  • Water front(4)
  • Very busy(4)
  • Very comfortable(4)

Additional Information about Southern Sun The Cullinan

Address: 1 Cullinan Street | Cape Town Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Cape Town Central > City Bowl
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#22 Family Hotels in Cape Town Central
#26 Business Hotels in Cape Town Central
#29 Luxury Hotels in Cape Town Central
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Only The Cullinan Hotel offers views of all of the Mother City’s main attractions: Table Mountain, the harbour and ocean, the V&A Waterfront and the city skyline. Marble pillars and floors and lush furnishings, transport guests into a world of luxury complete with individualized four-star services. A pool and gym offer the perfect way to relax after a day of business meetings or sightseeing and the choice of bars and restaurants is sure to meet everyone’s tastes. ... more   less 
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