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Reviews of Hollow on the Square City Hotel 4 stars

9 Ryk Tulbagh Square, Hans Strydom, Cape Town CBD, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa

#143 of 222 hotels in Cape Town

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 203 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    7.8

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    the room was quite basic. the bed was way too short - literally 180cm! - so my feet were sticking out.

    choice of coffee and tea served. the space - i got a huge bedroom, with a couch and a desk.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2025

    7.0
    the stay was good but i was disappointed with another lady who was at the front desk(reception)
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double/ Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    the breakfast did not have a lot of variety

    fruits

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no parking

    Place was clean

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    three parking is for free as a hotel guest, however there's times you can't find a parking lot at all.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2024

    8.0
    but in the end it was a good place to stay. a nice breakfast and good people. I recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I pay more to have a higher room but the place only have 3 floors. doesn’t make sense.

    location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2024

    8.0
    Overall, I had a good stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Area outside, especially the back where cars drop and pick up was a bit unkempt

    Room was very spacious and clean

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double/ Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very helpful personnel. Especially Mrs Sandiswa - thank you for helping.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    9.0
    A nice stay in an interesting city
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little pricey.

    Lots of hot water, comfy beds, on a quiet street. Our room was huge, with a couch, desk, chairs. The restaurant was good and fairly priced. The shuttle took us down to the waterfront. The staff were very kind and helpful.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Noise from outside during the night

    Room, clean and spacious

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The TV network was frustrating as the TV was on and off and it was difficult to follow programs.

    The room was very clean and tidy. Cleanness was exceptiona. The lady at the reception was also great and always available to assist.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is good. Even when I gave them grief, they kept the standard and delivered. I look forward to stressing them more next time 😅

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    9.0
    love it
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a wonderful hotel. It is at main market and safe. room are big and clean. service was superb and people are very friendly and helpful. Everyday they setup our room and clean the washroom. Coffee, tea and kettle are avaliable in room. Breakfast was good and in my case it was included in my bill. For lunch and dinner, you can order it and price is very cheap as compared to restaurants and food quality + quantity were good. I guess i did not face any problem and really enjoy the stay.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 11 nights

    Very limited choice in the restaurant that was mostly empty most of the time; the only red wine "available" by the glass was actually not available.

    Good location, close to the CTICC. Decent breakfast. Good value for money.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    9.0
    Nice hotel
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Even though the location is very central, it doesn't feel safe to walk around alone at night. All good during the day, when it is full of people and movement.

    The room was very confortable with amenities such as TV, hair dryer, coffee, tea, and a small fridge. The breakfast was very complete. The receptionist helped me with any question I had.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    8.0
    Good hotel, friendly staff, a bit noisy
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit too much noise from the street. Bad sound and thermal insulatio of the room (but it was ok with heating on all night long)

    Nice big room, very friendly and helpful staff. Large choice for breakfast

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    7.0
    Nice but not the best area
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel itself is situated in the city center and easily reachable. As a female solo traveller I did not feel safe in the area and would choose a different location next time. The staff however was very nice and helped me with everything I needed.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    9.0
    I would go back again since the majority of the staff were very friendly and hospitable.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    Location wasn't terrible but not great. If you park in the lot and come in the back, the door is sometimes locked, and not convenient. Also it's not the greatest looking area. One of the staff harassed my colleagues for a tip after he had already been tipped saying he hadn't been tipped to one of them, and the other one that he hadn't been tipped enough.

    Room was so spacious and comfortable and clean! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Food was decent and a great price. Room price was great value!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The main door of the hotel is on a little pedestrian square, the taxi could leave only to the back door of the hotel where during the night it is dangerous.

    The room was big, clean and the bed very confortable. The staff was very kind and helpful. The breakfast was really good and international. Recommended if you have a conference in the CTICC, 5 min walk.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice Hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant staff are poorly trained and not attentive at all and service is poor The breakfast is not great and what is on offer are not quality options and service is almost non existent There so also a lack of consistency on what one can get daily for breakfast

    Central and convenient Staff at reception great Nice spacious tool

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was well organised.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    OVERNIGHT STAY NEAR ARTSCAPE
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing, we ordered ice for the room and had to phone twice. Apparently we didn't open the door when they knocked!

    Everything was good, friendly staff and service was good. Had a lively breakfast!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    Happy Days at Holliw on the Square
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing l would add would be brighter overhead lights above the bed, because l.like to read in bed! As a single, senior white female, l did not wander around the neighbourhood because the staff indicated that there could be concerns for my safety.

    The cooked breakfasts were ample, with some variety each day. Cereals, bread for toasting and pastries were also available!, as well as fresh fruit and cold cuts. The staff members were friendly, helpful and accommodating! They were happy to store my cases in.the back office. The lifts were quick and quiet. Lunch and dinner were available and the meals were substantial and tasty! I always felt safe because there was always a security guard/porter on duty. There was a link to African Eagle Tours, which picked up passengers from Hollow on the Square. This was perfect for me and l did several of the excellent tours. Access to the coffee machine and fresh water was available all day, in the dining room, which adjoined the lobby and bar. The rainhead shower was very easy to manage!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was very spacious and had all the amenities. Breakfast was good with a buffet selection available. The hotel was very clean and perfect . However the location is not the best if traveling with female companions.

    Stayed in March 2024

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