Heritage Design
The Silo Hotel
“Faceted harbor showcase”
The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa
“Cape Dutch manor”
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
“Bohemian heritage haven”
Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof
“Red-brick heritage workshop”
Local Quiet
Ellerman House
“Cliffside art heirloom”
21 Nettleton
“Clifftop collector eyrie”
The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa
“Cape Dutch manor”
Wellness
One&Only Cape Town
“Waterfront island redoubt”
Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town
“Seaside breakwater resort”
The Westin Cape Town
“Glass-fronted conference tower”
Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa
“Thatched Winelands estate”
Taj Cape Town, South Africa
“Restored banking landmark”
Morea House, Autograph Collection
“Sculptural beach house”
12 Apostles Hotel & Spa
“Coastal mountainside bolthole”
Quiet Secluded Medalled
Steenberg Hotel & Spa
“Historic Constantia showpiece”
Ellerman House
“Cliffside art heirloom”
21 Nettleton
“Clifftop collector eyrie”
$$$$ Medalled
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
“Blush pink garden salon”
The Silo Hotel
“Faceted harbor showcase”
One&Only Cape Town
“Waterfront island redoubt”
Cape Grace
“Maritime quay citadel”
Michelin Keys
Editorial mentions
Gorgeous George Hotel
“Eclectic design showpiece”
12 Apostles Hotel & Spa
“Coastal mountainside bolthole”
Taj Cape Town, South Africa
“Restored banking landmark”
Kensington Place
“Intimate Higgovale villa”
The Glen Boutique Hotel & Spa
“Victorian spa townhouse”
The Cellars-Hohenort
“Constantia vineyard homestead”
Morea House, Autograph Collection
“Sculptural beach house”
Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof
“Red-brick heritage workshop”
Design
The Cole
“Sculptural coastal hotel”
Gorgeous George Hotel
“Eclectic design showpiece”
South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel
“Miami-inspired beach suites”
The Marly Boutique Hotel and Spa
“Monochrome seaside sanctuary”
Camissa House
“Botanical Table Mountain residence”
Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa
“Thatched Winelands estate”
Kensington Place
“Intimate Higgovale villa”
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
“Bohemian heritage haven”
Lively
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG
“Maritime Waterfront grand hotel”
The Cole
“Sculptural coastal hotel”
South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel
“Miami-inspired beach suites”
The Marly Boutique Hotel and Spa
“Monochrome seaside sanctuary”
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12 Apostles Hotel & SpaAttentive service paired with custom botanical bath amenities, deep soaking tubs, and morning oyster breakfasts.DesignLuxeWellness$$$$ 21 NettletonDedicated butlers cater to six suites, orchestrating evening canapés, tailored private dining, and customized mountain outings.LuxeDesignLocal$$$$C
Camissa HouseOn-duty butlers manage evening restaurant transfers and pour sundowners on the terrace.DesignLuxeLocal$$$$ Canopy by Hilton Cape Town LongkloofRed-brick heritage workshopDesignHeritageLocal$$ Cape Cadogan Boutique HotelStaff trained in safari hospitality provide dedicated drivers, arrival macarons, and attentive personal care.DesignLuxeHeritage$$$ Cape GraceComplimentary ten-kilometer chauffeur rides meet attentive hospitality from longtime waterfront staff.DesignLuxeSocial$$$$ Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel & SpaInterconnected Edwardian housesHeritageWellnessSocial$$ Colona CastleEclectic hillside manorDesignLuxeWellness$$$E
Ellerman HousePersonalized hosting, pre-stocked favourite spirits, complimentary airport transfers, and an all-day baking pantry across thirteen rooms.DesignLuxeLocal$$$$ Erinvale Estate Hotel and SpaThatched Winelands estateDesignWellnessResort$$$G
Gorgeous George HotelEclectic design showpieceDesignSocialLocal$$I
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHGMaritime Waterfront grand hotelLuxeClassicLocal$$$K
Kensington PlaceAll-day cooked breakfasts served on private balconies, with staff arranging local reservations.DesignLuxeLocal$$$M
Morea House, Autograph CollectionSculptural beach houseDesignWellnessSocial$$$ Mount Nelson, A Belmond HotelChauffeured classic car touring and attentive poolside service across nine lush garden acres.LuxeHeritageClassic$$$$O
One&Only Cape TownDedicated round-the-clock butlers attend every room with tailored aromatherapy turndowns and pillow menus.LuxeWellnessResort$$$$R
Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape TownSeaside breakwater resortWellnessDesignLuxe$$$S
South Beach Camps Bay Boutique HotelMiami-inspired beach suitesDesignLuxeResort$$$ Steenberg Hotel & SpaEstate sauvignon blanc in minibars, fresh cut flowers, and organic Africology bath products.HeritageLuxeResort$$$T
Taj Cape Town, South AfricaClub floor rooms include dedicated butler service and complimentary city transfers.LuxeHeritageWellness$$$ The Alphen Boutique Hotel & SpaCape Dutch manorHeritageDesignLocal$$$ The Cellars-HohenortPrivate butler service at Madiba Villa and daily shuttles down to the Waterfront.LuxeHeritageClassic$$$ The ColeSculptural coastal hotelDesignLuxeSocial$$$ The Glen Boutique Hotel & SpaVictorian spa townhouseDesignWellnessSocial$$ The Marly Boutique Hotel and SpaMonochrome seaside sanctuaryDesignLuxeSocial$$$ The Silo HotelA crossed-keys concierge and dedicated top-floor penthouse butler service set the standard.DesignLuxeHeritage$$$$ The Westin Cape TownGlass-fronted conference towerWellnessLuxeSocial$$Gold. Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver. Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze. They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed. A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
Design. Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe. Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local. It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Heritage. A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness. You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic. The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort. A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.