AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

The hotel is in the Foreshore, between Cape Town’s working harbour, the CTICC and the V&A Waterfront area. The setting is more business and dockland-focused than a beach or old-town neighbourhood, but it is practical for meetings, cruise access, airport transfers and waterfront sightseeing. A scheduled complimentary shuttle runs to the V&A Waterfront and CTICC, subject to availability. Cape Town Station, MyCiTi bus stops and the city centre are nearby, while Table Mountain, Camps Bay and the Atlantic Seaboard are best reached by car, taxi or organised tour.

• Battery Park at the V&A Waterfront – around 0.3 km away; a useful canal-side entry point for walks towards the Silo District.
• Cape Town International Convention Centre – around 0.4 km away; the main local venue for conferences, exhibitions and business events.
• Cape Town Cruise Terminal – within the harbour area; useful for cruise departures, arrivals and Makers Landing food visits.
• Zeitz MOCAA – around 1–1.5 km away; a major contemporary African art museum in the Silo District.
• V&A Waterfront – around 1.5–2 km away; a major dining, shopping, harbour and entertainment area.
• Two Oceans Aquarium – around 1.8–2 km away; a family-friendly attraction focused on marine life from South Africa’s coasts.
• Long Street – around 1.8 km away; known for nightlife, restaurants, shops and central Cape Town character.
• Table Mountain Aerial Cableway – around 6–7 km away; a key Cape Town viewpoint, best visited when weather and wind conditions are favourable.

• Use the hotel’s scheduled complimentary shuttle for the V&A Waterfront and CTICC, but confirm times and availability at reception.
• Budget for on-site self parking if arriving by car, as the hotel lists a daily parking fee.
• Use taxis or ride-hailing for evening trips into the CBD, Bree Street, Kloof Street or the V&A Waterfront.
• Check wind and cloud conditions before booking Table Mountain, as cableway operation and visibility are weather-dependent.
• Plan extra airport transfer time during weekday peak traffic between the Foreshore and Cape Town International Airport.

Cape Town’s warm, dry summer months from November to March are best for outdoor dining, waterfront walks and beach trips, though prices and demand are higher. Spring and autumn often suit sightseeing with milder temperatures. Winter is cooler and wetter, but works well for conferences, museums, restaurants and lower-crowd city stays.

• Is the hotel actually inside the V&A Waterfront? It is in the Foreshore waterfront area, close to the V&A Waterfront, with a scheduled complimentary shuttle to the V&A Waterfront and CTICC.
• Does the hotel have a restaurant and bar? Yes. The hotel has AC Kitchen and AC Lounge & Bar, with Spanish, international and locally inspired food and drinks.
• Is parking available? Yes. On-site self parking is available for R100.00 per day.
• Does the hotel provide an airport shuttle? No. The hotel lists Cape Town International Airport at 17.1 km away and states that airport shuttle service is not provided.
• Is there a pool and gym? Yes. The hotel has an outdoor pool with towels provided and a complimentary fitness centre with cardio and strength equipment.
• Are pets allowed? No. Pets are not allowed, although service animals are welcome.