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Villa Viva Cape TownvsThe Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Both The Backpack and The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa ranks significantly better than The Backpack. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa scores 92 with accolades from 12 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Concierge and Frommer's.
Villa Viva Cape Town
Rough Guide
Time Out
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
74 New Church Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $17/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Rough Guide "An excellent lodge in four interconnected houses, on the cusp of the City Bowl suburbs and the city centre, and easily walkable to both, in a much quieter location than Long St."
Time Out "Its status as a five-star backpackers' is ensured by its stylish interior, clean and neat rooms,." Full review
Lonely Planet "This Fair Trade in Tourism–accredited operation offers affordable style, a buzzy vibe and fantastic staff." Full review
The Telegraph6.0
"An upmarket budget backpacker hostel, with a pool, on the edge of Cape Town." Full review
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Concierge Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness Time Out
Star Service
Oyster
Gayot The Telegraph
Fodor's
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
Victoria Rd., Cape Town, 8040, South Africa
From $278/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge "This smart hotel is poised above the Atlantic rollers on the beach road between Camps Bay and Llandudno."
Lonely Planet "Much controversy attended the building of this five-star hotel in the middle of a nature reserve, but the sea views are naturally wonderful." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Sandwiched between the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, this secluded five-star retreat has uninterrupted views of the pristine coastline."
Time Out "It's all about location at this five-star hotel and spa that's perched on the rocks above Oudekraal, near Llandudno." Full review
Star Service "Fronting splashing waves and majestic mountains, this secluded hotel offers up a healthy serving of contemporary innocence with guilty pleasures." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is a 70-room luxury property with incredible views of both the Atlantic Ocean and its namesake mountain range." Full review
Gayot "With its holistic spa and natural setting this luxury hotel is made for tranquil escapes."
The Telegraph8.0
"Offers a dramatic seaside location, five-star service, a world-class restaurant and, in winter, unbelievable value for money – small wonder this member of Leading Hotels of the World is always busy." Full review
Fodor's "Fancy taking a helicopter to the airport or lazing in a bubble bath while looking out floor-to-ceiling windows at sea and mountains? If this sounds like you, then opt for this luxurious hotel and spa." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Twelve Apostles impresses from the moment you turn off the coastal highway between Camps Bay and Llandudno beach and make your way up the winding driveway." Full review
