One&Only Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
V&A Waterfront
Vibe
Triple-height lobby windows frame Table Mountain directly, while footbridges connect the marina promenade to two lush, palm-fringed private islands.
“Waterfront island redoubt”
Round-the-clock butler service, aromatherapy evening turndown rituals, and chauffeur transfers in house town cars deliver tailored attention.
A dedicated spa island houses twelve treatment suites, hydrotherapy vitality pools, aroma-steam rooms, and a Bastien Gonzalez studio.
Two private landscaped islands feature a sprawling infinity pool, private waterways for paddleboarding, and a dedicated kids clubhouse.
In the V&A Waterfront marina overlooking Table Mountain, moments from the harbour promenade.
“The location, first of all, is about as privileged as it gets, smack in the glitzy Waterfront area, with direct access…”
Rooms
Marina Rise rooms feature earthy tones, hand-carved kelp wood mirrors, and deep egg-shaped soaking tubs opening onto private waterway balconies.
“As you enter One&Only Cape Town, breathtaking views of Table Mountain through floor-to-ceiling windows will capture your attention.”
Wellness
Reached by bridge, the private spa island hosts twelve treatment suites, hydrotherapy vitality pools, aroma-steam rooms, and a sunlit garden.
“Much more of a resort than a city hotel, it has space in abundance and everything is dramatically scaled…”
Backstory
Hotelier Sol Kerzner conceived the property as his first urban resort in 2009, insisting on excavating two harbor islands into the marina.
Eat & drink
Flame-licked South African braai flavours anchor ROOI, alongside the continent's only Nobu outpost and afternoon tea in Vista Bar.
The neighborhood
Set inside the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront marina, harbour docks, design shops, and ocean aquarium exhibits sit a short walk away.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.