Cape Town
Visitors to this beautiful city usually regret not planning more time here. There are many attractions in the city and surrounding areas. Cape Town is also a good base for day tours to the Winelands, Cape of Good Hope and Robben Island. You can choose from 5-star, award-winning hotels, Victorian B & Bs on tree-lined streets, ocean view lodges or small neighborhood hotels in Cape Town. Some offer reduced rates between April and October.
Cape Grace Hotel
The Cape Grace is set on its own private quay on Cape Town's vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. With a classically inspired exterior and gracefully elegant within, Cape Grace's charm lies in its intimate atmosphere, stylish décor and unique personalized hospitality. A complete re-fashioning was completed in November, 2008. Dine in the comfort of the award-winning Signal restaurant, savour a single malt from Bascule Bar's whisky collection (the largest in the southern hemisphere) or indulge in African-influenced treatments at the spa on the top floor. Cape Grace is a member of the exclusive Leading Small Hotels of the World and the Heritage Environmental Rating Program, achieving sound environmental practices.
2009 – Ranked #2 Hotel in Africa on Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers' Choice Awards for the "Best in the World"
Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town
The Mount Nelson Hotel is Cape Town’s oldest and grandest colonial hotel. Originally designed for the wealthy European traveler, the Mount Nelson opened in 1899. Today, the sprawling lush garden estate is in the heart of the city’s vibrant cultural center and close to the bustling V&A Waterfront and some of Cape Town’s best beaches. The Hotel boasts six individual accommodation wings, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities. The 201 spacious rooms & suites are individually decorated and feature the latest in 21st century conveniences. The new Librisa Spa opened in 2008.
The Mount Nelson participates in the Heritage Environmental Program which measures and monitors a wide range of social and economic factors, and recognizes resource and developmental initiatives designed to ensure long-term sustainability. They have a robust recycling program and use biodegradable cleaning products. Recently they established a vermiculture (worm farm) center on-site to process leftover food and fertilize the gardens.
Table Bay Hotel, Cape Town
The Table Bay Hotel sits at the heart of the bustling Victoria & Albert Waterfront, a working harbor and some of the city's finest shopping, restaurants, galleries and boutiques. There are magnificent views over the bay to Robben Island and to the city and Table Mountain. The 329 rooms and suites are elegant, luxurious and offer all the amenities of a first-class hotel. Table Bay Hotel is a member of Leading Hotels of the World.
2009 – Ranked #2 Hotel in Africa on Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers' Choice Awards for the "Best in the World"
Victoria & Alfred Hotel, Cape Town
The rooms at this 4-star hotel have striking vistas of the working harbor, the vibrant piazza or the city’s majestic icon Table Mountain. You can walk to restaurants, craft markets, designer shops, cinemas and entertainment in the amphitheater. There are 94 spacious rooms spread over three floors providing an intimate feeling. Built in 1904 as the North Quay Warehouse and converted in 1990 to a luxury hotel, it is named in honor of the Queen of England and her son who visited the Cape in 1870, when Prince Alfred officially opened the Breakwater basin, today's Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
June, 2009 Update: From now until the end August, the hotel will be upgrading all rooms on the first and second floor, converting the currently larger double rooms into executive and junior suites and also re-decorating the corridors on both floors.
One & Only Cape Town
The newest hotel on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront opened in April, 2009. This stunning urban oasis offers an unprecedented level of style and luxury. Sumptuous rooms and suites feature views of Table Mountain or are situated on a lushly landscaped private island with waterway views. A second private island features Cape Town's most comprehensive spa with vitality pools and a yoga pavilion. Dining is headlined by two world-renowned chefs: cutting-edge star Gordon Ramsay for Maze and legendary Nobuyuki Matsuhisa for Nobu. The spectacular tri-level wine loft houses one of the most magnificent collections of wine in South Africa.
Four Rosmead, Cape Town
This exclusive guesthouse sits on the slopes of Table Mountain in a select residential neighborhood within walking distance of the city as well as vibrant Kloof Street, which is well known for its restaurant and café culture. Built in 1903, this four-star classified monument has been recently remodeled with environmental sensitivity into a stylish Cape contemporary classic. The eight en-suite bedrooms feature extra-length beds, high quality linens, satellite TV, broadband WiFi and iPod base stations. All of the carefully selected artwork by local South African artists is for sale.
Welgelen Guest House, Cape Town
This guest house is actually two Victorian houses joined by a cobbled patio and plunge pool, enclosed by terraces of iceberg roses and jasmine. The previous owner was an interior designer and the décor is a testament to her elegant style and eclectic taste. The current owner and hostess, Fiona Evans has recently added Grace House, a small cottage across the street, to the collection. Situated at the foot of Table Mountain in a neighborhood called Gardens, it is "well located," which is the Dutch translation for "Welgelegen."
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, Camps Bay
This 5-star hotel lies where earth, sea, and sky meet, poised above Atlantic rollers and flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and her Twelve Apostles mountain range. Camps Bay is an upmarket suburb just ten minutes from the heart of Cape Town. The deluxe guest rooms and spacious suites provide spectacular views. The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa earned a spot on the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List for 2009. And the Leopard Room Bar, with its 72 different vodkas received a special mention.
June, 2009 Update: Guest rooms and bathrooms are currently undergoing refurbishment. The Café will be closed during June and July for extensive refurbishment and guests will be accommodated in the Azure Restaurant and the Leopard Room Bar and Lounge.
Cape Royale Luxury Hotel and Residence, Green Point
The Cape Royale sits on a tree-lined boulevard across the 
street from the new Green Point Stadium and park, and in close proximity to the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay. You can walk to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront or take advantage of the complimentary limousine service. This 5-star, all suites hotel opened in 2008 and features a rooftop pool deck, spa, gym, business center and three restaurants. The one, two and three-bedroom luxury suites are spacious and include en-suite bedroom and bathrooms, entertainment and lounge area, dining room and fully equipped kitchen and laundry.
February, 2010 – Trip Advisor’s Award for Best Luxury Hotel in Africa
November, 2009 – World Luxury Hotel Awards - “all-suites” category winner
Head South Lodge, Green Point
Renovated in 2004, this 4-star art deco lodge has 15 spacious rooms and a reputation for excellent service. Amenities include satellite tv, air-conditioning, complimentary internet connection and non-smoking rooms. Breakfast is included. Green Point is where the new stadium is being built for the World Cup Soccer events in 2010. It is close to Sea Point's famous restaurant district and breath-taking beaches and just three minutes away from downtown Cape Town. Sorry, no children.
Villa Sunshine, Bantry Bay
This classic Mediterranean villa offers bed and breakfast accommodations in Bantry Bay which is sheltered from the wind by Signal Hill. Set midway between the Waterfront and Camps Bay this location is walking distance to the Clifton beaches and the Sea Point promenade. There are seven charming, en-suite rooms with private balconies or patios. There is a sunny patio overlooking the pool for breakfasts and a lounge available for evening relaxation. This owner-managed property offers wonderful hospitality and attention to detail.
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