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Taj Cape TownvsOne&Only Cape Town
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, One&Only Cape Town is preferred by most writers compared to Taj Cape Town. One&Only Cape Town comes in at #4 in Cape Town with approval from 12 publications like Star Service, Oyster and Afar Magazine.
Taj Cape Town
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Gayot
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Oyster
Wale Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $96/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"India’s luxury hotel group has breathed brilliant new life into the old Board of Executors building on the corner of Wale and Adderley." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Located in the historic city center on the pedestrian St. George’s Mall, this architecturally striking hotel is ideally suited to travelers wanting to tap into Cape Town’s cosmopolitan culture." Full review
Star Service "Located near St. George's Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament, the Taj Cape Town is one of the most luxurious hotels in town." Full review
Gayot "This 177-room landmark property offers the signature hospitality and luxury accommodation expected from this upscale chain."
Jetsetter "Elegant sleep in the heart of Cape Town, with myriad dining options, a champagne bar and a splurge-worthy spa." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"By far the most luxurious hotel in the city centre...old-money-beats-nouveau-riche atmosphere, sumptuous décor, three restaurants and indoor pool." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The whole of Cape Town is clamoring for a table at Bombay Brasserie, and the bang-on central location... make it the luxe business hotel to book." Full review
Fodor's "The Taj sits in the grand former headquarters of the South African Reserve Bank and provides the professional and luxurious hospitality that one would expect from this brand." Full review
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Rooms are divided into colonial or modern decor, so be sure to state your preference if you have one.
OysterLuxury
"The centrally located, 176-room Taj Cape Town is a luxurious property occupying two refurbished historic buildings and a contemporary tower." Full review
One&Only Cape Town
Frommer's
Time Out Star Service Gayot Oyster The Telegraph
Hideaway Report Fodor's Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
Dock Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $670/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's "Forty years after hotel magnate Sol Kerzner built the country's first five-star hotel, he has come home to establish Cape Town's most expensive resort." Full review
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The standard rooms are more attractive and seriously lavish, with the city's best beds and great mountain views (request a unit on the fifth floor); the rates below rise in conjunction with room size.
Time Out "Arguably Cape Town's most glamorous hotel, the latest offering from the One & Only international hotel super-group is situated in the heart of the V&A Waterfront." Full review
Star Service "Offering views of Table Mountain and the marina, One&Only Cape Town is one of the city's most-talked-about hotels for its expansive locale by the V&A and its plethora of fine restaurants." Full review
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These are some of the most requested rooms for views.
Gayot "Situated within Cape Town's Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, this contemporary urban resort offers two types of accommodations."
OysterLuxury
"The most jaw-dropping in terms of amenities and price. It has two acclaimed restaurants with celebrity buzz, Nobu and Reuben's, with the latter treating guests to a free breakfas." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Large luxury urban resort located in the Waterfront Marina, with excellent facilities and services that include a fittingly large pool, daily children’s programme, an award-winning spa, and views." Full review
Hideaway Report92.0
"Glamorous property in the lively Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, with peerless views of Table Mountain." Full review
Fodor's "There are audible gasps when people enter for the first time and see Table Mountain framed in splendid four-story-high glass windows of the sunken lounge and bar." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Little expense seems to have been spared creating this luxury resort." Full review
Afar Magazine "Hands down, this is Cape Town’s most glamorous hotel." Full review
