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Hollow on the Square City Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from St. Georges Mall

Photo gallery for Hollow on the Square City Hotel

Reception
Bar (on property)
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May

Explore the area

Map
9 Ryk Tulbagh Square, Hans Strydom Ave, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Long Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Single

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Single

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

Hollow on the Square City Hotel places you in the centre of Cape Town, within a short 5-minute stroll of St. Georges Mall and Greenmarket Square. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Eighty Ate Squared, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Cape Town City Centre hotel include Cape Town International Convention Centre and Bo Kaap Museum.

What's nearby

  • Long Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Greenmarket Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 7 min walk
  • Rosebank Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Food Lover's Market - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Shop on Long - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vida E Caffè - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Stratus Steak House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hollow on the Square City Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from St. Georges Mall
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle within 1 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at Hollow on the Square City Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Hollow on the Square City Hotel was completed in March 2019.

This 4-star Cape Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hollow on the Square City Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 1 kilometres
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (ZAR 75 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Eighty Ate Squared

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 200 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 900 per room (return)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: ZAR 75 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Hollow Square Cape Town
Hollow Square Hotel
Hollow Square Hotel Cape Town
Hollow On The Square Cape Town City Hotel South Africa
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Hollow On The Square City
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hollow on the Square City Hotel?

Hollow on the Square City Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hollow on the Square City Hotel?

As of 19 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hollow on the Square City Hotel on 3 May 2025 start from AU$172.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hollow on the Square City Hotel?

Yep, Hollow on the Square City Hotel has a secured uncovered self car park for ZAR 75 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hollow on the Square City Hotel?

The closest beach to Hollow on the Square City Hotel is Camps Bay Beach (5.4 km).

What makes Hollow on the Square City Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hollow on the Square City Hotel.

Does Hollow on the Square City Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hollow on the Square City Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hollow on the Square City Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hollow on the Square City Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hollow on the Square City Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hollow on the Square City Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 135 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paulino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Smashing stay

Really nice hotel with amazing room spaces. The staff are all very friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Camberley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good stay - thoroughly enjoyed!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy, San Diego

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was in Cape Town for a few days for a conference. This was a great option at a lower price point than the official conference hotels. The room and bed were comfortable and the staff were all friendly. Breakfast was included and was a nice selection of hot and cold items. I didn't try the restaurant for other meals. They provide water and tea/coffee in the room. It is convenient to the convention center and other touristy locales and is bustling during the day. However, many locals strongly advised that you do not walk around the area after dark. So even though my colleagues were at another hotel around the corner, I used Uber after dark. It seemed silly but the local prices for Uber are very affordable and worth it. I would recommend this hotel and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Claudio

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claus R.

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Conveniently located for Exhebition Centre

Good location, waterfrontveasy accessiblebby foot
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa, Port Coquitlam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, clean, spacious rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Eva

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amobichukwu

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald G

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Mzamo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

José

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was ideal with a great bonus of a complimentary shuttle to and from the Waterfront (at set times). Room was spacious with generous supply of tea, coffee, toffee and cookies! Staff were very polite and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. It was easy to get around the city from this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
It does not really look like in the pictures. Rooms and lobby are renovated and are nice and clean. But the inside of the building is missing bits and pieces here and there that makes it look and feel less than what it could be, such as the inside of the elevator missing some stuff. Breakfast was quite unimpressive and service was slow in general, both restaurant and reception. The surrounding areas are not nice to look at during daytime and quite intimidating after dark but nothing happened.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel for decent rate. The area is not that great at night so taxis are recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All fine

There was a shower issue but it was fixed promptly. Breakfast/bar are basic but adequate. Parking was on-street but in a square with good security and extremely convenient being right at the hotel entrance.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is spacious and comfortable. The location is good for a hub to see Cape town. Streets around the plavebid dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast. Location was ideal for accessing V&A Waterfront and the City Bus tour.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Christine, Arlington

Liked: Staff & service

Good

A fine hotel at a good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality for the price. Great location for conferences at the convention center.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2018