Studio Apartment
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
Hotel · Cape Town · Western Cape
First Group Riviera Suites
An adults-only, 3-star apartment-style hotel on Cape Town's Beach Road, with sea views, an indoor pool and easy access to the promenade.
- On Beach Road, close to Sea Point shops and restaurants
- Apartments with kitchenettes and sea-view balconies
- Indoor pool, spa and wellness centre on site
8.2
Great
556 reviews
Booking.com 8.2 · 556 reviews
About
First Group Riviera Suites
First Group Riviera Suites is a 3-star, adults-only property set directly on Beach Road in Cape Town's Sea Point, placing the promenade, shops and restaurants within easy reach. The hotel is about 2.3 km from Green Point Common and offers a lift, a tour desk and 24-hour reception.
Rooms range from studios to three-bedroom apartments, many with sea views and balconies. Interiors lean on practical comfort: kitchenettes with electric kettles and cookware, sitting areas, flat-screen TVs and free toiletries. On-site facilities include an indoor pool, a spa with massage and beauty treatments, a restaurant, a coffee shop and a business centre.
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Right on Beach Road — Guests repeatedly praise the central location, close to Sea Point's shops, restaurants, the beach and the promenade, with a bus stop just across the road.
- Sea views from many rooms — Several reviews call out ocean views, and the room list includes multiple sea-view categories with balconies.
- Spacious, well-equipped apartments — Guests note the generous size and kitchenettes with appliances, making longer stays more comfortable.
- Friendly and efficient staff — Service is a consistent positive across reviews, with staff described as helpful and top-class.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Noise can be an issue — One guest found the property very noisy, which may come from the busy Beach Road location.
- Comfort rating is lower than other categories — While rooms and service score well, comfort is rated 6.7, the lowest of all categories, suggesting bedding or quietness could be inconsistent.
- Adults-only policy — The hotel does not allow children, which limits family stays.
- No on-site parking mentioned — Parking isn't listed in the amenities, so guests arriving by car may need to find street parking or a nearby garage.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Two-Bedroom Apartment Sea View
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Bathtub
- Balcony
2 Bedroom Superior Apartment Sea View
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Superior Studio Sea View
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
1 Bedroom Superior Apartment
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
One-Bedroom Apartment
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
Deluxe Studio sea view
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
1 Bedroom Apartment Sea View
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
3 Bedroom Apartment Sea Vew
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Hotel Room Terrace
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Pool & wellness
- Indoor swimming pool
- Shallow end
- Jacuzzi
- Spa & wellness centre
- Massage (back, head, full body, foot)
- Beauty treatments (manicure, pedicure, waxing, facial)
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Coffee shop
- In-room breakfast
- Room service
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/kitchen utensils
Services
- 24-hour reception
- 24-hour security
- Safe deposit box
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Car hire
- Paid airport shuttle
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Laundry (ironing facilities)
Recreation
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Leisure/TV room
- Tennis court
- Bowling
- Golf course
Room amenities
- Flat-screen TV
- Sitting area
- Free toiletries
- Coffee machine
- Balcony (in sea-view rooms)
- Bathtub (in some apartments)
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 556 reviews
Booking.com · 8.2 · 556 reviews
8.2Verified guest“A fantastic four-night stay with wonderful staff who took great care of me, and the restaurant served delicious food.”
8.2Verified guest“Loved my very nice four-night stay. I booked a reasonably priced room with a safe and a sofa, and it boasted amazing ocean views.”
8.2Verified guest“Fairly clean place with an outstanding sea view. Good-sized rooms with down pillows.”
8.2Verified guest“Enjoyed my stay in a newly furnished deluxe queen studio with a very comfortable large bed and modern furniture.”
8.2Verified guest“Had an enjoyable four-night stay. The staff were top-class, the location on the beachfront was lovely, the food was outstanding (served in the cafe), and the room was great-sized and brand-new with a comfortable bed — I slept very well. A short walk to the beach and other amenities, close to the sea, two excellent restaurants and shops.”
8.2Verified guest“Serviced every day. Walking distance from good restaurants. Bus stop right in front of the hotel for the waterfront and the hop-on hop-off bus.”
04 — Location
Getting around Cape Town
The property sits in Cape Town.
Sea Point promenade: The hotel is on Beach Road, so the promenade and beach are just across the road, directly opposite the hotel.
Green Point Common: About 2.3 km away, this park and sports area is a short drive or a pleasant walk along the coast.
V&A Waterfront: Guests mention being close to the V&A, reachable via the bus stop right in front of the hotel.
Mojo food market: A popular spot, noted by a guest as being super close to the hotel.
273 Beach Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 39 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59. Check-out is at 10:00.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at First Group Riviera Suites.
Is there a pool at the hotel?
Yes, there is an indoor swimming pool with a shallow end, plus sun loungers.
Does the hotel have a spa?
Yes, there's a spa and wellness centre offering massages, facials, manicures, pedicures and other treatments.
Is the hotel adults-only?
Yes, the hotel is adults-only, so children are not accommodated.
Is breakfast available?
In-room breakfast is available, and there's a restaurant and coffee shop on site.
The bottom line
A well-located, adults-only base on Beach Road, offering sea-view apartments, a spa and an indoor pool — ideal for couples and solo travellers who want to be in the middle of Sea Point's scene.
8.2Based on 13 guest reviews and an 8.2 rating.
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