Perfectly positioned in the very heart of De Waterkant Village, The Charles is a private, intimate and original guesthouse. From the roof decks of The Charles, guests can enjoy beautiful city views, especially late afternoons when the city lights up and the evenings come alive. Positioned opposite the gorgeous al fresco styled Cape Quarter piazza and the flamboyant crowd at Manhattan’s Restaurant and bar, The Charles can be described as being ‘The Spirit of the Village’ in a town that surely is ‘The fun Capital of Cape Town.’

The Charles is located in the heart of De Waterkant, tucked between Signal Hill, the CBD and the V&A Waterfront. De Waterkant borders the Cape Town Fan Mile and is within walking distance to Cape Town Stadium.

The Charles is located in De Waterkant, roughly situated between Signal Hill and the Waterfront, between the CBD and Green Point. Arriving from Cape Town International Airport De Waterkant Village is located in De Waterkant, roughly situated between Signal Hill and the Waterfront, between the CBD and Green Point. Exit Airport Direction N2 Cape Town, and as you approach the city, follow the N2 CITY, FORESHORE, SEA POINT signage. Follow N2 Stad/City signs for 22km¹s until you arrive at the Coen Steytler Avenue traffic lights. The Cape Town International Convention Centre is on your left hand side and the V&A Waterfront on your right hand side. Proceed straight over the intersection. Cross over one intersection and at the second traffic light, Somerset Road, turn right.In Somerset road take your third left into Napier Street (Corner of Spar) Take your second left into Waterkant Street and continue until The Charles, 137 Waterkant Street – corner of De Waterkant and Dixon Street (it is opposite the famous Manhattans)