Pros
- Ideal location on the waterfront with views of canal
- Modern apartment-style rooms with kitchens and private balconies
- Huge penthouse apartments with small private pools
- Rooftop outdoor pool
- Free Wi-Fi (up to a certain amount of usage)
- Free parking
Cons
- No restaurant or bar
- No on-site fitness center or spa
- Limited Wi-Fi can be a hassle
Bottom Line
Overlooking the canal on the bustling waterfront, Lawhill Luxury Apartments are all about posh living with everything a traveler could want in an upscale hotel room -- but little else. It's more of an upmarket condo building that lacks the usual hotel facilities, save an outdoor pool. The full kitchens, large living rooms, and private balconies are well-suited to families and couples on long stays who like cooking for themselves. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of the amenities at the more expensive One&Only Cape Town hotel. For travelers wishing to experience that property’s celebrity eateries, staying at the Lawhill is a cost-saving alternative.
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Amenities
- Fitness Center
- Internet
- Pool
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Scene
Upscale apartments on the canal
The Lawhill isn't a hotel as much as an apartment building, so there's no lobby or grand entry befitting its upscale rating. The modern exterior presents neutral walls with grey accents. A brick drive brings guests directly to the front door of the reception area, again with neutral hues abounding. Inside there’s a small front desk staffed 24/7 with a helpful concierge, but other than the rooftop terrace and light-filled staircases, there are no other common spaces.
Location
In the heart of town on the waterfront
The Lawhill Luxury Apartments property is ideally situated along a canal that’s part of Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. It's less than a five-minute walk to the center of the waterfront, bustling with shops, restaurants, and other tourist attractions like Two Oceans Aquarium. The city center itself is just a few minutes' drive south while Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and the entrance to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden are each about a 15-minute drive away. It's a 25-minute drive southeast to Cape Town International Airport.
Rooms
Radiant floor heating, full kitchens, and private balconies
Guest units here appear as a mix of apartments varying in size and amenities; each is designed with a bright open layout that combines a living room and dining area with a sleek, full kitchen. Many incorporate rich natural woodwork alongside modern amenities like dishwashers and glass-range tops. Some basics like coffee, tea, and sugar are stocked for free. Washers and dryers are also in every apartment. The modern bathrooms have tiled walk-in showers and heated towel racks. Large private balconies are furnished with lounge chairs and tables, and offer views of the small island beyond the canal or of the Table Mountains. A few penthouse apartments have their own private pools.
Features
Rooftop terrace and pool, free parking, and 24-hour concierge services
Guests at the Lawhill receive a welcome drink but then are essentially left to take care of themselves with self-catering. There's no breakfast or dining offered of any kind, though the property makes ordering out easy with a selection of take-out menus. The concierge can book spa and fitness center visits at the nearby One&Only Cape Town hotel, along with other tour and ticketing activities. The rooftop terrace has a beautiful view of the canal, and there's a small pool right at the edge. An underground garage provides free and secure parking.
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Scene
Upscale apartments on the canal
The Lawhill isn't a hotel as much as an apartment building, so there's no lobby or grand entry befitting its upscale rating. The modern exterior presents neutral walls with grey accents. A brick drive brings guests directly to the front door of the reception area, again with neutral hues abounding. Inside there’s a small front desk staffed 24/7 with a helpful concierge, but other than the rooftop terrace and light-filled staircases, there are no other common spaces.
Location
In the heart of town on the waterfront
The Lawhill Luxury Apartments property is ideally situated along a canal that’s part of Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. It's less than a five-minute walk to the center of the waterfront, bustling with shops, restaurants, and other tourist attractions like Two Oceans Aquarium. The city center itself is just a few minutes' drive south while Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and the entrance to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden are each about a 15-minute drive away. It's a 25-minute drive southeast to Cape Town International Airport.
Rooms
Radiant floor heating, full kitchens, and private balconies
Guest units here appear as a mix of apartments varying in size and amenities; each is designed with a bright open layout that combines a living room and dining area with a sleek, full kitchen. Many incorporate rich natural woodwork alongside modern amenities like dishwashers and glass-range tops. Some basics like coffee, tea, and sugar are stocked for free. Washers and dryers are also in every apartment. The modern bathrooms have tiled walk-in showers and heated towel racks. Large private balconies are furnished with lounge chairs and tables, and offer views of the small island beyond the canal or of the Table Mountains. A few penthouse apartments have their own private pools.
Features
Rooftop terrace and pool, free parking, and 24-hour concierge services
Guests at the Lawhill receive a welcome drink but then are essentially left to take care of themselves with self-catering. There's no breakfast or dining offered of any kind, though the property makes ordering out easy with a selection of take-out menus. The concierge can book spa and fitness center visits at the nearby One&Only Cape Town hotel, along with other tour and ticketing activities. The rooftop terrace has a beautiful view of the canal, and there's a small pool right at the edge. An underground garage provides free and secure parking.
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Internet
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Pool
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