Where is it?
In the heart of Cape Town, just a few minutes’ walk from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Despite the central location, the stylish resort has a tranquil and spacious feel. It's 20 kilometres from Cape Town airport and the transfer takes around 20 minutes depending on traffic.
Which room?
The hotel offers a range of rooms and suites, appealing to couples, families and business travellers alike, but if you’re looking some something truly special, book yourself into the newly opened ‘The One Above’ suite. This penthouse apartment offers 360-degree views of the city.
Comprising four bedrooms each with king-size beds, a grand dining room, gym, kitchen, fully stocked wine fridge and a private butler service, your every wish is guaranteed to be met. All rooms offer breathtaking views of Table Mountain. It might prove difficult to drag yourself away from your balcony, but you should try.
Food & Drink
Start your day with a breakfast buffet to behold. On a health kick? Order a green tea with a poached egg and salmon poke bowl and finish off with a platter of fresh locally sourced fruits. Going all out? Your options are endless - from pastries and cakes, to freshly made pancakes with a large range of help-yourself toppings and endless fresh coffee top-ups.
Before dinner, sit outside overlooking the resort lagoon and enjoy a glass of local sparkling wine (with the winelands on your doorstep you are spoilt for choice when it comes to local wines) or a mocktail.
The much-loved international Japanese chain Nobu has been given a tasty African twist at the One&Only Cape Town. Using local fish and wild game meats, delicacies such as kingclip tempura and springbok tataki are not to be missed. Sit at the chef's table and enjoy an education on the ingredients and techniques used to prepare your dinner from the passionate team of international chefs led by Nobu Head Chef Harold Hurtada or Head Sushi Chef Benjamin Lopez.
Missing the UK? Get your little slice of home in the form of a truly impressive afternoon tea offering in the heart of South Africa. A draw for guests and visitors alike, expect to be presented with a stunning tower of colourful, sweet and savoury delights, served alongside warm fresh scones with vanilla cream and local jam, with more than enough to save for seconds later on. Those with dietary requirements won’t miss out - you’ll be hard pressed to find a vegan afternoon tea that rivals this one.
Facilities
The hotel’s spa is located on an island surrounded by the resort’s lagoon. Recline in the relaxation area and nibble on treats from the spa’s buffed which include granola bar bites and dried South African fruits with a herbal tea or glass of non alcoholic sparkling wine. Try the African Journey massage, which is a unique South African total body treatment that is created to prepare your skin for a sun-kissed glow, with scents of sweet orange and baobab oil to uplift your senses. The treatment begins with a rooibos and rock salt scrub to encourage radiant skin, followed by a massage experience with the African Rungu Stick to key area of tension, ending off with a Rooibos tea ceremony to complete your African Journey. Expect to feel completely revitalised (and ready for the sun).
The Sip and Savour experience with head sommelier Luvo is a must for wine lovers. Luvo is a character you’ll want to ensure you meet on your visit - he embodies all that is wonderful about the One&Only Cape Town. Passionate about sharing his knowledge about wine, The Sip and Savour experience is much more than your average wine tasting. Luvo takes you on a journey through some of the regions most sought-after wines, including British-owned Seven Springs Vineyard who produce a pinot noir he’s particularly passionate about.
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The family-friendly hotel offers a ‘Kidzone’ and bedrooms with adjoining doors located on the lagoon island, in close proximity to the pool.
Extracurricular
The local area offers no shortage of fun activities for all, from hikes up Table Mountain to visits to African penguins at Boulders Beach. Stroll along the V&A Waterfront checking out the shops and restaurants and book onto a sunset cruise.
Best for
Anyone from couples and families to business travellers. It's the perfect base for anyone wanting to explore the city while retreating to relaxed luxury.
How to get there
Wexas Travel offers a 7-night package to One&Only Cape Town with return flights and private transfers on B&B basis starts from £1,995pp sharing two or double room (if booked at least 60 days in advance of travel flying with British Airways direct).
Details
The One Above suit starts from £10,767 per night. A Marina Harbour Room starts at £538 in low season.