Nestled on a private quay between the working harbour of Cape Town’s bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the serenity of an international yacht marina, Cape Grace is a welcoming and gracious sanctuary of tradition, sophistication and contemporary comfort.
http://www.capegrace.com/
Their refashioned look juxtaposes modern with period, rare with everyday and a sense of spontaneity with the handcrafted, personal care that the hotel would like to be known for. Interiors combine engaging artifacts and original antiques with a rich tapestry of local history, infused with artistic renditions of the exceptional botanical kingdom that surrounds you as a guest there.
Loyalty to their guests is paramount at Cape Grace: This is reflected in the luxurious spaciousness of guests’ rooms; the diverse spectrum of amenities and extra services, and in their constant quest to deliver unsurpassed service standards that are equally proficient and warmly individual.
Providing a tantalizing experience that melds modern luxury with traditional Cape culture, each of the hotel’s 121 individually custom-decorated guest rooms and suites brings the charm of Cape Town to life. A truly elegant and luxurious way to experience Cape Town and all it has to offer and a great gateway to discover The Cape.
Also, when it comes to ding experiences does Cape Grace live up to the high expectations.
Signal, the restaurant at Cape Grace, provides fusion of culinary indulgence influenced by the classics and unmistakable hints of South African flavour, bringing you cuisine that’s fresh and creative. Set in a sophisticated yet unhurried atmosphere, service is warm and intuitive while innovative menus are complemented by premium local wine selections.
http://www.capegrace.com/dining/signal_restaurant
Signal’s progressive food concept encourages guests to dine wherever they choose within the hotel, whether it’s champagne & oysters on the pool terrace overlooking the yacht marina, or an unhurried degustation meal paired with superb wines in your suite. In addition, Food and Beverage Liaisons customise guests’ gastronomic needs by tailor-making gourmet experiences.
Do have a go at their Tasting Menu when there too.
http://www.capegrace.com/dining/signal_restaurant
Finally, and for sheer indulgence to mind and body, enjoy the African-inspired treatments and relax and rejuvenate at theie top floor Spa. The Spa at Cape Grace invites guests to indulge in a number of pampering treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate. Superb facilities set in stylish surrounds are complimented by highly skilled staff and a menu of innovative treatments inspired by the African continent to ensure clients leave with their well-being restored.
Sweeping views of Table Mountain, the city and the yacht marina add another impressive element to the sensory experience.
Whether a weary business executive in need of stress relief or a leisure traveller wishing to enhance their holiday experience, the magnificently situated top floor spa is a welcome and restful retreat. Any one of the African-inspired treatments that use locally harvested products and ancient methods are undoubtedly a superb way to make the most of one’s Cape Grace stay.
http://www.capegrace.com/services/spa
How do recent visitors to this grand place rate the same ?
Overall excellent to very good and only a few negatives in-between – full overview from TripAdvisor here.
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g312659-d302595-Reviews-Cape_Grace-Cape_Town_Western_Cape.html
Some of the guest opinions :
A couple from Dubai has Luxury as the keyword to what they say is the best stay ever at a hotel :
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g312659-d302595-r36685817-Cape_Grace-Cape_Town_Western_Cape.html#CHECK_RATES_CONT
My husband says its the best place he has ever stayed. With 100 countries under his belt that is a compliment.
Beautiful exquisite hotel. The staff were very pleasant, friendly and eager to help.
Room: we stayed in the president suite, which was the size of a small apt. in some countries. It was one of those hotels you could just stay at and Not leave.
I’m sure all rooms had a wonderful view. Ours had a superb view of the marina.
Designed down to the last detail. Even the breakfast menu was creatively designed.
A bed that you’d sit on and want to lie in, lie in and then stay in as it was so comfortable.
I was a little disappointed with the breakfast buffet, it would have been nice to see more options on the buffet rather than to order everything.
The sauna / shower area was a little small and strange to see people waiting for massages as you sweat your way out of the sauna, a little more privacy would have been appreciated.
Luxury is the key word. So if your looking for budget this isn’t it. If you’re looking for an experience, where you are treated like royalty. Cape Grace is the place for you. That one place that for most of us we could only stay in once in a life time. Worth every penny, cent, fils.
Duncan Bramwell from London is also very positive and headlines his review with “Beyond Perfection – A complete privilege to stay” :
There are hotels, and then there are truly GREAT hotels! The Cape Grace brings the delight and joy back into staying in hotels. Elegant, discreet and “Graceful”; it was a complete privilege to stay! Make sure you visit the Bascule Bar on the quayside, sit outside and soak up the views of Table Mountain and watch the working harbour all around you. One of life’s “Must Do” treats!
Incredible, sincere staff, free wi-fi, best location in Cape Town’s Waterfront (which is just steps away). Can’t really ask for anything more!
One more reviewer from London also likes Cape Grace but does have, unlike most reviewers, some negatives to throw into the mix :
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g312659-d302595-r26346808-Cape_Grace-Cape_Town_Western_Cape.html#CHECK_RATES_CONT
Stayed here twice in March. Hotel itself is nice but nothing super special. Location by the waterfront is decent but only if the waterfront (tourist and shops) is what you want – going along the coast or inland is spectacular so not sure location wise what the big draw of this hotel is. The service is very good and we found all the staff to be very helpful. There was an earlier comment about not being able to get front desk people to do more than check you in etc but we didn’t experience this, we found all the staff helpful and pleasant. The rooms (we had 2) were both very good – the only problem was the air conditioning that made both rooms reek of cigarette smoke. This was also mentioned in an earlier report and i’m afraid was the most disappointing aspect of the hotel. Both stays, on 2 different floors had exactly the same problem – you really couldn’t have the aircon on unless you were ok with this smell. The spa was ok – again the staff were lovely and the treatments were pretty good. The ambiance was a little lacking though. We only had breakfast in the restaurant – decent but nothing fab and the room lacked atmosphere and with no view not that appealling. The pool area was the most disappointing – the pool was tiny, the staff didn’t tend the empty beds (at any point in time there were loads of empty beds with rubbish on them …. empty water bottles, ashtrays etc….and it would be like this for literally hours). Ordering a drink at the pool took hours and the staff ignored the very many people that came that were NOT hotel guests (one couple came with their own beach towels and spent hours on their mobile phones joking about how they were at the Cape Grace pool for free). The restaurant which opens on to the pool is used for a lot of private functions – people at these functions use the pool terrace as spill over which again crowds out guests. Overall, I enjoyed the stay but don’t think this was really 5* and definitely not as good as you can get in the Cape Town area.
Nestled on a private quay between the working harbour of Cape Town’s bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the serenity of an international yacht marina, Cape Grace is a welcoming and gracious sanctuary of tradition, sophistication and contemporary comfort.
Their refashioned look juxtaposes modern with period, rare with everyday and a sense of spontaneity with the handcrafted, personal care that the hotel would like to be known for. Interiors combine engaging artifacts and original antiques with a rich tapestry of local history, infused with artistic renditions of the exceptional botanical kingdom that surrounds you as a guest there.
Loyalty to their guests is paramount at Cape Grace: This is reflected in the luxurious spaciousness of guests’ rooms; the diverse spectrum of amenities and extra services, and in their constant quest to deliver unsurpassed service standards that are equally proficient and warmly individual.
Providing a tantalizing experience that melds modern luxury with traditional Cape culture, each of the hotel’s 121 individually custom-decorated guest rooms and suites brings the charm of Cape Town to life. A truly elegant and luxurious way to experience Cape Town and all it has to offer and a great gateway to discover The Cape.
Also, when it comes to dining experiences does Cape Grace live up to the high expectations.
Signal, the restaurant at Cape Grace, provides fusion of culinary indulgence influenced by the classics and unmistakable hints of South African flavour, bringing you cuisine that’s fresh and creative. Set in a sophisticated yet unhurried atmosphere, service is warm and intuitive while innovative menus are complemented by premium local wine selections.
Signal’s progressive food concept encourages guests to dine wherever they choose within the hotel, whether it’s champagne & oysters on the pool terrace overlooking the yacht marina, or an unhurried degustation meal paired with superb wines in your suite. In addition, Food and Beverage Liaisons customise guests’ gastronomic needs by tailor-making gourmet experiences.
Do have a go at their Tasting Menu when there too.
Finally, and for sheer indulgence to mind and body, enjoy the African-inspired treatments and relax and rejuvenate at their top floor Spa. The Spa at Cape Grace invites guests to indulge in a number of pampering treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate. Superb facilities set in stylish surrounds are complimented by highly skilled staff and a menu of innovative treatments inspired by the African continent to ensure clients leave with their well-being restored.
Sweeping views of Table Mountain, the city and the yacht marina add another impressive element to the sensory experience.
Whether a weary business executive in need of stress relief or a leisure traveller wishing to enhance their holiday experience, the magnificently situated top floor spa is a welcome and restful retreat. Any one of the African-inspired treatments that use locally harvested products and ancient methods are undoubtedly a superb way to make the most of one’s Cape Grace stay.
How do recent visitors to this grand place rate the same ?
Overall, as expected, excellent to very good and only a few negatives in-between – full overview from TripAdvisor here.
Some of the guest opinions :
A couple from Dubai has Luxury as the keyword to what they say is the best stay ever at a hotel :
My husband says its the best place he has ever stayed. With 100 countries under his belt that is a compliment.
Beautiful exquisite hotel. The staff were very pleasant, friendly and eager to help.
Room: we stayed in the president suite, which was the size of a small apt. in some countries. It was one of those hotels you could just stay at and Not leave.
I’m sure all rooms had a wonderful view. Ours had a superb view of the marina.
Designed down to the last detail. Even the breakfast menu was creatively designed.
A bed that you’d sit on and want to lie in, lie in and then stay in as it was so comfortable.
I was a little disappointed with the breakfast buffet, it would have been nice to see more options on the buffet rather than to order everything.
The sauna / shower area was a little small and strange to see people waiting for massages as you sweat your way out of the sauna, a little more privacy would have been appreciated.
Luxury is the key word. So if your looking for budget this isn’t it. If you’re looking for an experience, where you are treated like royalty. Cape Grace is the place for you. That one place that for most of us we could only stay in once in a life time. Worth every penny, cent, fils.
Duncan Bramwell from London is also very positive and headlines his review with “Beyond Perfection – A complete privilege to stay” :
There are hotels, and then there are truly GREAT hotels! The Cape Grace brings the delight and joy back into staying in hotels. Elegant, discreet and “Graceful”; it was a complete privilege to stay! Make sure you visit the Bascule Bar on the quayside, sit outside and soak up the views of Table Mountain and watch the working harbour all around you. One of life’s “Must Do” treats!
Incredible, sincere staff, free wi-fi, best location in Cape Town’s Waterfront (which is just steps away). Can’t really ask for anything more!
One more reviewer from London also likes Cape Grace but does have, unlike most reviewers, some negatives to throw into the mix :
Stayed here twice in March. Hotel itself is nice but nothing super special. Location by the waterfront is decent but only if the waterfront (tourist and shops) is what you want – going along the coast or inland is spectacular so not sure location wise what the big draw of this hotel is. The service is very good and we found all the staff to be very helpful. There was an earlier comment about not being able to get front desk people to do more than check you in etc but we didn’t experience this, we found all the staff helpful and pleasant. The rooms (we had 2) were both very good – the only problem was the air conditioning that made both rooms reek of cigarette smoke. This was also mentioned in an earlier report and I’m afraid was the most disappointing aspect of the hotel. Both stays, on 2 different floors had exactly the same problem – you really couldn’t have the aircon on unless you were ok with this smell. The spa was ok – again the staff were lovely and the treatments were pretty good. The ambiance was a little lacking though. We only had breakfast in the restaurant – decent but nothing fab and the room lacked atmosphere and with no view not that appealing. The pool area was the most disappointing – the pool was tiny, the staff didn’t tend the empty beds (at any point in time there were loads of empty beds with rubbish on them …. empty water bottles, ashtrays etc….and it would be like this for literally hours). Ordering a drink at the pool took hours and the staff ignored the very many people that came that were NOT hotel guests (one couple came with their own beach towels and spent hours on their mobile phones joking about how they were at the Cape Grace pool for free). The restaurant which opens on to the pool is used for a lot of private functions – people at these functions use the pool terrace as spill over which again crowds out guests. Overall, I enjoyed the stay but don’t think this was really 5 star and definitely not as good as you can get in the Cape Town area.
Contact details:
West Quay Road
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Cape Town
South Africa
[T] +27 21 410 7100
[T] +27 21 419 7622
