Taj Cape Town Hotel (Cape Town, ZA) from 142 £/night

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Taj Cape Town Hotel

1 Wale Street, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001·View on map

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Overall Score

Perfect

9.2Perfect

Comfort9.6

Cleanliness9.5

Facilities9.4

Free WiFi9.4

Staff9.4

Who stays here

Couples53%

Solo22%

Families15%

Groups7%

Overview

Overall Score

Perfect

9.2Perfect

Comfort9.6

Cleanliness9.5

Facilities9.4

Free WiFi9.4

Staff9.4

Who stays here

Couples53%

Solo22%

Families15%

Groups7%

5-star historic luxury hotel in central Cape Town with acclaimed Indian fine dining

Accommodations & Design

Taj Cape Town Hotel occupies two restored historic buildings plus a modern glass tower in the City Bowl area. Most rooms and suites have a balcony, and all air-conditioned accommodation includes a flat-screen TV and a marble bathroom with rainshower and large bath tub. The opulent barrel-vaulted lobby with marble columns and a skylight sets the tone for the stay.

Dining

The hotel houses Bombay Brasserie, recognized as one of the most authentic Indian restaurants in Cape Town. The 3-level Mint Restaurant and Wood-Fired Grill serves international cuisines with Indian options available. Guests can also attend complimentary wine tasting events organized to help meet other travelers.

Wellness & Fitness

Guests receive complimentary access to the sauna, steam room, and heated lap pool in the Jiva Grande Spa. The hotel also has a spacious fitness centre fully equipped with Technogym machines. Spa treatments include full body massage, facial treatments, and couple's massage packages.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The famous Long Street is a 1-minute walk from the Taj Cape Town, while the V&A Waterfront is 3 km away and Table Mountain is 5 km away. The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) lies 2 km from the property, and Cape Town International Airport is within 20 km. A complimentary shuttle runs regularly to the V&A Waterfront for guests.

Family & Business Services

The hotel offers babysitting/child services, board games/puzzles, and a kid-friendly buffet for families. Business travelers have access to a business centre, meeting/banquet facilities, and fax/photocopying services. Daily walking tours of the city are complimentary, and the 24-hour front desk handles currency exchange and luggage storage.

Accommodations: Rooms in restored heritage buildings plus a modern glass tower
Dining: Bombay Brasserie - one of the most authentic Indian restaurants in Cape Town
Wellness: Jiva Grande Spa with sauna, steam room, and heated lap pool
Location: 1-minute walk from Long Street, 3 km from V&A Waterfront
Family: Babysitting service, board games, and kid-friendly buffet
Business: Business centre, meeting facilities, and complimentary shuttle to V&A Waterfront

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:30

from 06:00-12:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A continental breakfast is served at affordable prices.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Hindi, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Zulu

Building

Year renovated:2010

Number of floors:17

Number of rooms:176

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Rooms and availability

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Luxury Twin Room Cathedral View Heritage Wing

Room size:

40 m²
Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower
Coffee machine

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Superior King Room

Room size:

34 m²
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Coffee machine

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Luxury King Room City View Tower Wing

Room size:

34 m²
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Handicap parking

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Manicure

Jacuzzi

Facial

Waxing

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room view

City view
Courtyard view
Mountain view
With view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Bathroom telephone

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
CD player
AM/FM alarm clock

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Essential information about Taj Cape Town Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	142 £
📏 Distance to centre	100 m
✈️ Distance to airport	19.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Cape Town International, CPT

Location

1 Wale Street, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

Address

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1 Wale Street, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

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1 Wale Street, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

890 m

Gallery

South African National Gallery

680 m

Stadium

Cape Town Stadium

2.4 km

Store

Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village

1.4 km

Museum

South African Jewish Museum

880 m

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium

2.7 km

Planetarium

Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium

710 m

Landmark

Bree Street

790 m

Convention Centre

Cape Town International Convention Centre

1.8 km

Theatre

Labia Theatre

1.0 km

Library

National Library Of South Africa

970 m

Mountain

Signal Hill

2.5 km

Gallery

Rust en Vreugd

650 m

Gallery

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

2.1 km

Landmark

Noon Day Gun

1.4 km

Landmark

Cape Town City Hall

600 m

Museum

Cape Town Holocaust Centre

740 m

Shopping Area

Gardens Shopping Centre

1.4 km

Museum

District Six Museum

600 m

Square

Greenmarket Square

290 m

Museum

Bo-Kaap Museum

530 m

Museum

Iziko Slave Lodge

80 m

Square

Church Square

170 m

Museum

Koopmans-de Wet House

550 m

Church

St George's Cathedral

120 m

Mall

Saint Georges Mall

190 m

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

440 m

Cape Town CentralSouth Africa

Adderley Street

540 m

Church

Groote Kerk

130 m

Old Town House 6 Greenmarket Square

Michaelis Collection at the Iziko Old Town House

220 m

Restaurant

Bombay Brasserie

40 m

Restaurant

Fork Restaurant

340 m

Restaurant

Mint Restaurant

40 m

Restaurant

Motherland Coffee Company

40 m

Restaurant

Bukhara Cape Town CBD

180 m

Restaurant

The Crypt Jazz Restaurant

70 m

Restaurant

Haiku

140 m

Restaurant

My Favor8

60 m

Restaurant

Ka Pa Tee

110 m

Restaurant

The Korner

90 m

Restaurant

The Twankey Bar

80 m

Restaurant

Nando's Adderley

120 m

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FAQ about Taj Cape Town

Which popular attractions are located near the Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel?

You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Fugard Theatre, placed 650 meters from the Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel. Other sights that are worth your while are V&A Waterfront Shopping Mall (2.3 km the property) as well as Slave Lodge Museum (merely a 5-minute walk away).

Which landmarks are closest to Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel?

Greenmarket Square is one of the top-rated landmarks (8/10) placed within a 5-minute walk from Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel.

Can we park our car at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can take advantage of free private parking.

Are there any dining facilities close to the Taj Cape Town Hotel?

Best restaurants near the Taj Cape Town Hotel include Alexander Bar and Meeting Point-, placed 100 meters from the property and a mere 5 minutes' walk away respectively.

Can I eat breakfast at Taj Cape Town Hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Taj Cape Town Hotel.

What is check-in and check-out time at the 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel?

Guests of the 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:30 and check out from 06:00.

What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel?

Payment methods in the 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel include:

сash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express

What kinds of rooms does the 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel offer?

The 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel offers such room types as Two-Bedroom Suite, Superior King Room, and Presidential King Suite.

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?

Most rooms of the hotel include a lounge and a terrace as well as Wi-Fi and a flat-screen television.

Which facilities are provided in the 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel?

The 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel includes such facilities as currency exchange and a lift, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.

What spa facilities are provided at the 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel?

At a wellness centre and a spa lounge featured at the 5-star Taj Cape Town Hotel hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty treatments, manicure, and pampering facials. Additionally, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and sauna facilities are offered on-site.