Welcome To The Charles
Inspired by traditional European City boutique hotels, The Charles has 11 rooms, 3 duplex cottages and a quaint cafe serving some of the best coffee and breakfast in the city.
Our guests enjoy exclusive use of the roof decks overlooking the city as well as access to the tours and adventures desk to ensure you make the most of your stay.
Location
Tucked between Table Mountain, the CBD and the V&A Waterfront, De Waterkant Village, home to The Charles, borders the Cape Town Fan Mile and is within walking distance to Cape Town Stadium.
De Waterkant is often described as being arty, charismatic and quaint and is a truly special place decorated with gorgeous al fresco restaurants, sidewalk café’s, boutiques and bars and is often compared with Greenwich Village.
Guests are invited to sit back, relax and enjoy our location form our rooftop terrace that boasts incredible city views, that sweep all the way down to the V&A Waterfront and across to Table Mountain.
Rooms
Room Features
• Mini bar fridge
• Safe
• Hairdryer
• Satellite television (selected channels)
• Ceiling fan or air conditioning
• Free standing or wall mounted heaters
Cottages
Across the street from The Charles, each cottage is fitted with a kitchen and living area downstairs and a bedroom with en-suite bathroom upstairs.
Features
• Mini bar fridge
• Safe
• Hairdryer
• Satellite television (selected channels)
• Ceiling fan or mist fan
• Wall mounted heaters
Café Charles
Headed up by Justine Burger, Café Charles is fast becoming one of De Waterkant’s most loved institutions. This could be credited to the waiter’s friendly welcomes, the barista’s delicious coffees, or the chef’s culinary delights or a combination of the lot that make the whole experience just perfect. From decadent breakfast to Cape Malay feasts, a visit to the Café is a “must add” to your visit in De Waterkant list.
Open 7 days a week:
Mondays to Fridays: 07h00 to 22h00
Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays: 08h00 to 16h00
Facilities
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Guests can enjoy uncapped Wi-Fi for the duration of their stay. (Fair usage policy applies)
Parking
Unfortunately, parking is very limited in De Waterkant Village; however, secure underground parking is available at the Cape Quarter Shopping Centre at an additional cost. The parking area is centrally located and within easy walking distance to the main shops, boutiques, restaurants, and other activities.
Function facilities
The Charles has two spacious roof decks from which guests can enjoy beautiful city and Table Mountain views. From the courtyard of The Charles, a wooden staircase leads up to the main deck, with another wooden staircase leading up to the upper and slightly smaller deck. The main deck boasts an outdoor barbeque. The roof deck is ideal for an intimate cocktail party, team building event or a special birthday party.
Maximum no of people : 50
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