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2010 World Cup Accommodation

by Maret Badenhorst 2. December 2009 21:53

If you are planning to attend the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa, StayUnlimited has a large accommodation selection available.  Most of our places have not contracted out to a third party and have availability for June and July 2010 at reasonable rates.

Simply browse our website and send us an enquiry via our Enquiry Form.  We will find alternative accommodation for you in the same area and price range if your choice is not available.

2010 Soccer World Cup Host Cities and Stadiums

Nine South African cities will host the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the 64 matches will be held in 10 stadiums.  Two stadiums are in Johannesburg and the rest in the other host cities.

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  1. Soccer City Stadium, Johannesburg
  2. Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg
  3. Green Point Stadium, Cape Town
  4. The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Port Elizabeth
  5. Durban Stadium, Durban
  6. Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria
  7. Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein
  8. Royal Bafokeng Stadium, Rustenburg
  9. Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit
  10. Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane

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The makarapas, colourful decorated plastic hard hats, create a festival atmosphere at South African soccer matches.  Photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com and Chris Kirchhoff.

Johannesburg, Gauteng Province

Johannesburg is the exciting economic hub of South Africa, the sprawling “city of gold” of many contrasts with a population of more than 3 million people.  The OR Tambo International Airport is the official point of entry for the area.  For tourism information, visit www.joburgtourism.com.

1. Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg has a capacity of 95 000 seats.  World Cup matches: five first-round (11, 14, 17, 20, 23 June), one second-round (27 June), one quarter-final (2 July) and the final match (11 July).

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Artist impression photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & City of Johannesburg.

2. Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg has a capacity of 61 000 seats.  World Cup matches: five first-round (12, 15, 18, 21, 24 June), one second-round (28 June) and one quarter-final (3 July).

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Artist impression photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & City of Johannesburg.

Johannesburg World Cup Accommodation Guidelines: If you will be in Johannesburg during the Soccer World Cup, have a look at our accommodation under Johannesburg StayUnlimited, Gauteng Accommodation, Johannesburg and Westrand.  You can also simply contact us so we can help you directly.

Cape Town, Western Cape Province

Cape Town is the “mother city” of South Africa and the most popular tourist destination in the country.  Situated at the foot of famous Table Mountain on the Atlantic Ocean, near winelands and surrounded by long white beaches, the city has a rich cultural life and a population of close to 3 million people.  The Cape Town International Airport is the point of entry.  For more information go to www.tourismcapetown.co.za.

3. Green Point Stadium in Cape Town has a capacity of 68 000 seats.  World Cup matches: five first-round (11, 14, 18, 21, 24 June), one second-round (29 June), one quarter-final (3 July) and the third-place play-off (7 July).

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Photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & City of Cape Town.

Cape Town World Cup Accommodation Guidelines: If you would like to be in the Cape Town centre, city bowl or CBD within walking distance or near the Green Point Stadium (in the photograph above), have a look at Cape Town Central.

  • Stay in style in beautiful Camps Bays or Clifton with magnificent sea views over the Atlantic Ocean and about 15 minutes drive to the centre of Cape Town – go to Atlantic Seaboard.
  • Be in the hub of the top business district in Cape Town and near the scenic Cape Winelands for some carefree days of wine-tasting in between soccer fever – check out Cape Town North.
  • For less expensive accommodation yet close to the CBD of Cape Town and with reliable public transport, the friendly suburbs of Cape Town South might be your answer.
  • For budget accommodation and at the seaside to boot, consider the False Bay Coast with the quaint villages of Gordon’s Bay, Strand, Muizenberg, Fish Hoek and Simon’s Town only about 30 minutes drive to Cape Town – browse False Bay Coast.
  • Another budget destination about 15 km from the centre of Cape Town is Bloubergstrand from where the famous picture-postcard photographs of Table Mountain are taken – explore West Coast & Blouberg.

You can also simply contact us so we can help you directly.

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape Province

Port Elizabeth lies in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality on the beautiful Wild Coast and is known as the “Friendly City” with a population of more than 1 million people.  The Port Elizabeth Airport is the point of entry.  Website for more information:  www.ectourism.co.za.

4. The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth has a capacity of 46 000 seats.  World Cup matches: five first-round (12, 15, 18, 21, 23 June), one second-round (26 June), one quarter-final (2 July) and one semi-final (10 July).

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Artist impression photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality.

Port Elizabeth World Cup Accommodation Guidelines:  If you will be in Port Elizabeth during the Soccer World Cup, have a look at our accommodation under Safari StayUnlimited, Eastern Cape.  A great opportunity to combine soccer and a safari experience!  You can also simply contact us so we can help you directly.

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province

Durban with its busy port, lovely beaches and warm sub-tropical climate is a major tourist destination in South Africa and the largest city in the Ethekwini Metro with a population of more than 3 million people.  The Durban International Airport is the point of entry.  Website for more information: www.kzn.org.za.

5. Durban Stadium has a capacity of 70 000 seats.  World Cup matches: five first-round (13, 16, 19, 22, 25), one second-round (28 June) and one semi-final (7 July).

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Artist impression photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & City of Durban.

Durban World Cup Accommodation Guidelines: If you will be in Durban during the Soccer World Cup, have a look at our accommodation under Safari StayUnlimited, KwaZulu-Natal.  A great opportunity to combine soccer and a safari experience! 

Pretoria/Tshwane, Gauteng Province

Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa, lying north of Johannesburg in the Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality and is known for its beautiful Jacaranda-lined streets.  It has a population of about 2 million people.  The OR Tambo International Airport is the closest airport.  For more information:  www.tshwanetourism.com.

6. Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria has a capacity of 50 000 seats.  World Cup matches: five first-round (13, 17, 19, 23, 25 June) and one second-round (29 June).

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Photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & Tshwane Municipality.

Pretoria World Cup Accommodation Guidelines:  If you will be in Pretoria during the Soccer World Cup, have a look at our accommodation under Johannesburg StayUnlimited, Gauteng Accommodation and Tshwane.

Bloemfontein, Free State Province

Bloemfontein means "flower fountain" and is a pretty city with thousands of rose bushes in the Mangaung Municipality with a population of more than 600 000 people.  The Bloemfontein Airport is the point of entry.  For more information go to: www.mangaung.co.za.

7. Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein has a capacity of 48 000 seats. World Cup matches: five first-round (14, 17, 20, 22, 25 June) and one second-round (27 June).

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Artist impression photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & Mangaung Municipality.

Rustenburg, North West Province

The rustic, rural town of Rustenburg lies about 2 hours drive west from Pretoria in a heavily mined regions with platinum its main source of wealth.  It has a population of about 400 000 and the closest airport is the OR Tambo International Airport.  For more information visit www.tourismnorthwest.co.za.

8. Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg has a capacity of 42 000 seats.  World Cup matches: five first-round (12, 15, 19, 23, 24 June) and one second-round (26 June).

Soccer-Royal-Bafokeng

Artist impression photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com.

Rustenburg World Cup Accommodation Guidelines:  If you will be in Rustenburg during the Soccer World Cup, have a look at our accommodation under Safari StayUnlimited, North West.  A great opportunity to combine soccer and a safari experience!

Nelspruit, Mpumalanga Province

Nelspruit is part of the Mbombela Municipality, about 330 km east of Johannesburg. It is a beautiful small city with a sub-tropical climate, a population of nearly half a million people and situated close to the Kruger National Game Park.  The nearest airport is the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.  For more tourism information, visit www.mpumalanga.com.

9. Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit has a capacity of 46 000 seats.  World Cup matches: four first-round (16, 20, 23, 25 June).

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Artist impression photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & Mbombela Municipality.

Limpopo World Cup Accommodation Guidelines:  If you will be in Nelspruit during the Soccer World Cup, have a look at our accommodation under Safari StayUnlimited, Mpumalanga.  A great opportunity to combine soccer and a safari experience! 

Polokwane, Limpopo Province

Polokwane (Pietersburg) is situated in the “bushveld” area, close to the famous Kruger National Park with many game parks and private game reserves in its surroundings.  It has a population of more than half a million people.  The OR Tambo International Airport is the nearest point of entry to South Africa.  Websites for more information:  www.golimpopo.com and www.polokwane.org.za.

10. Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane has a capacity of 45 000 seats.  World Cup matches: four first-round (13, 17, 22, 24 June). 

Soccer-Peter-Mokaba-Stadium

Artist impression photo by www.mediaclubsouthafrica.com & City of Polokwane.

Limpopo World Cup Accommodation Guidelines:  If you will be in Polokwane during the Soccer World Cup, have a look at our accommodation under Safari StayUnlimited, Limpopo.  A great opportunity to combine soccer and a safari experience!

Please note:  StayUnlimited is not involved in any organizations of a sporting nature.  The information on this page has been compiled from various sources.  For more up to date details about the Soccer World Cup, please go to the official website www.sa2010.gov.sa.

Cape Town Penthouses with 360º Views

by Maret Badenhorst 2. November 2009 12:46

For an extraordinary night-time experience in the heart of cosmopolitan Cape Town including romantic city lights at your feet, 360 degrees views as far as the eye can see of the city landscape, Cape Town harbour and ships passing by, the Atlantic Ocean, awe-inspiring Table Mountain lighted up and more - all from the comfort of a roof deck Jacuzzzi - StayUnlimited would like to recommend the following three beautiful penthouses.  Feel on top of the world under the stars in ultimate luxury!

Atico of Penthouses (“Penthouse of Penthouses”) is a brand new 2 bedroom luxury penthouse situated high up in Fresnaye / Sea Point, Cape Town. This penthouse is split into two levels (main level and exclusive roof deck area) of 150 sq m including the roof deck.  Once you have been on the second level you will realize why they call this Atico of Penthouses as the private roof deck offers 360 degree views of Signal Hill, Table Mountain, Lion’s Head, the ocean, Robben Island, Bantry Bay, Green Point, Sea Point, the 2010 Soccer World Cup stadium. The roof deck boasts a table and chairs, deck chairs, a barbeque / braai and Jacuzzi.

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Metropolis 2 Bedroom Penthouse is situated in trendy De Waterkant, Cape Town Central, this duel level self-catering apartment is a 142 square meter 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment positioned on the 13th and 14th floor, with balconies all round and fantastic unobstructed views of Table Mountain, Signal Hill and the city. On the 15th floor is a private roof terrace with Jacuzzi and spectacular 360º views.

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Metropolis 3 Bedroom Penthouse:  This dual level apartment in De Waterkant, Cape Town Central, is a self-catering penthouse of 242 square meters on the 13th and 14th floor, with 3 en-suite bedrooms, balconies all round with fantastic views over the harbour, Robben Island and the V&A Waterfront. On the 15th floor is a private roof terrace with Jacuzzi and spectacular 360º views.  The Metropolis building, designed by Cape Town top architect Arthur Quinton, is within easy walking distance of the city centre, the V&A Waterfront and Green Point Somerset Road with many restaurants and clubs nearby.

 
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New Luxury 4 Bedroom Villas in Camps Bay

by Maret Badenhorst 17. October 2009 21:02

If you’re a large group of friends or family of 8 looking for superior luxury serviced accommodation in exclusive Camps Bay, then have a look at the latest 3 villas added to Cape Town StayUnlimited.

All 3 the villas have 4 bedrooms and are within walking distance of the Camps Bay beach with its famous strip of restaurants and bars. All have magnificent sea and mountain views, terraces and swimming pools with outdoor sun-loungers, internet access, plasma TVs, air-conditioning and all have ideal entertainment areas. Some of their en-suite bedrooms have spectacular features. Luxury does not come any better!

Villa Elegance boasts stunning 360 degree views from arguably Camps Bay’s finest elevated position yet only a 5 minute walk to the beach. This 4 bedroom villa is a contemporary designed high-class villa enjoying generous entertaining space. 

 

The house has a raised rim flow pool adjoining a large third sun terrace. Lounging on the pool terrace is a given with the magnificent views but the evenings are particularly beautiful as the sun sets and lights begin to twinkle in Camps Bay and along the coast below. Tiled floors keep the house cool by day and the late evening light brings a warm glow into the house.

Villa Finchley is a brand new modern villa with all the trimmings, situated only 500 m from the Camps Bay beach.  The villa has four en-suite bedrooms and the master suite deserves a special mention due to its spectacular bathroom and large private terrace that offers magnificent beach views. 

 

Furnished impeccably by a premier interior design company, the villa has plasma TVs, a lovely kitchen, a private garden, air-conditioning in the living areas and 3 of the bedrooms and under-floor heating in all the bedrooms and the lounge.  The sparkling blue heated lap pool draws the eye beyond the open-plan living area that leads onto a shaded terrace and wooden deck. With 180° views of the coastline and Lion’s Head, this deck is the perfect place to lie back, relax with a book and enjoy the Cape sunshine.

Villa The Rocks is a modern architecturally designed luxury 4 bedroom villa, situated in a quiet cull de sac just 250 meters from Camps Bays beach, bars and restaurants. This villa is cleverly furnished, creating a warm comfortable feel whilst retaining the architected modern vision.

 

On the ground floor level the garden is well manicured with palm trees and a waterfall is created from water cascading down from the swimming pool on the level above.  The middle level is dedicated to entertainment.  The large open plan formal lounge is fully air-conditioned offering superior ocean views.  It has a beautifully designed gas fireplace and a stunning 8 seater dining table. This flows in one direction to the swimming pool, outdoor terrace and BBQ area, again with spectacular beach and ocean views.

Cape Town StayUnlimited has a wide selection of luxury villas in Camps Bay - have a look, search no more, contact us and wait for the holiday of your life!