Best Luxury Hotels in Western Cape

Discover our favourite luxury accommodation in Western Cape. Our collection of luxury hotels and resorts showcase the very finest in world-class hospitality. Each one has been selected, by our Editors, based on its exceptional service, refined interiors, excellent amenities and standout location. Let our expert selection help you find your perfect place to stay.

Western Cape, Cape Town, Waterfront

Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 112 Rooms & Suites offering Views of the Harbour, Marina, or Table Mountain
Amenities Heirloom Restaurant & Bascule Bar, a Serene Spa, Heated Outdoor Pool, Fitness Centre, Complimentary Chauffeur Service, Family-friendly Amenities
More Located in Cape Town's Vibrant V&A Waterfront

Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, has reopened on Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront following a design transformation by 1508 London, celebrating South Africa’s heritage and artistry. The hotel, now the first Fairmont Hotel in South Africa, features interiors showcasing local artwork and materials that harmonize with the natural surroundings. Each of the 112 rooms and suites offers views of the Marina or Table Mountain, with the Cape Grace Suite providing an expansive terrace and luxurious amenities. Chef Gregory Czarnecki leads the culinary vision at the new Heirloom restaurant, featuring a Tasting Menu of South African-inspired dishes. Additional dining options include a Pool Bar, Library Lounge, and the revamped Bascule Bar & Lounge. The hotel presents guests with the serene Fairmont Spa with treatments inspired by local natural elements ​​including tailored bath rituals, jet lag recovery, detox massages, a salt room experience, guided meditation and tailored packages to help guests benefit from the ultimate relaxation.

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Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel

Western Cape, Cape Town

Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 175 Rooms & Suites, Including a Presidential Suite & Junior Suites
Amenities Tobago’s Restaurant, Amani Spa & Wellness, Fitness Centre, Infinity Pool
More Located at Capetown's Waterfront near Mouille Point Beach

Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town. Situated on the city’s Atlantic coastline, brings a new level of contemporary refinement to Cape Town’s high-end hospitality landscape. The 175-room hotel draws design inspiration from its spectacular surroundings — the meeting point of Table Mountain, ocean, and sky. Natural materials like stone, timber, and brass are paired with oceanic hues and earthy neutrals, creating interiors that are both calming and tactile. Locally sourced art, a curated in-house gallery, and bespoke design touches celebrate Cape Town’s vibrant cultural and natural heritage. Guest rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies offering views over the marina or Atlantic, with interiors blending metallic finishes and organic textures for an elevated, tranquil stay. Dining options include the iconic Tobago’s Restaurant, Bar & Terrace, known for fresh, local cuisine and panoramic ocean views. The Waveside Café adds a more casual offering, serving light meals and artisanal deli items. Leisure facilities include an infinity pool, 24-hour fitness centre, and the Amani Spa & Wellness Centre.

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Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town

Western Cape, Franschhoek

Leeu House

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 12 individually Styled Rooms & one Suite
Amenities Conservatory Restaurant offers innovative Fusion Cuisine, Access to Leeu Spa & Fitness Facilities at Nearby Leeu Estates, 15-metre Heated Outdoor Pool
More Located within walking distance of the Village's attractionsLocated within walking distance of the Village's attractions

Leeu House is a sister hotel to Le Quartier Francais, benefiting from access to the same holistic wellness sanctuary and gym. It’s set in the village centre and has its own relaxed restaurant, The Conservatory – a light-filled, glass-ceilinged construction, with an additional alfresco terrace for mealtimes and drinks. The building looks and feels much like a contemporary country retreat, with a quaint white frontage, a roaring fire in the bar lounge, a convivial pool area and individually styled carpeted bedrooms in natural hues. It has just 12 bedrooms, ensuring a boutique, five-star experience.

Western Cape, Franschhoek

Le Quartier Francais

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 21 individually Styled Rooms & Suites
Amenities Two Distinguished Restaurants, Protég & Pice, Access to the Leeu Spa & Fitness Centre at Leeu Estates, Outdoor Pool, & Proximity to Art Galleries & Wine Tasting Experiences
More Located in the Picturesque Village of Franschhoek

As the name would suggest, this boutique establishment has strong French connections, as seen in the classic, fresh approach to the rooms’ decor. Its restaurant, Protégé, offers an on-trend dining experience, with small plates calling on Asian, French and Italian influences. Diners can watch the chefs at work via the interior’s central show kitchen, or take advantage of the balmy South African evenings with a meal on the terrace. Guests can also enjoy a meal at the intimate Épice. Leeu Spa by Healing Earth provides wellness treatments using local natural resources, such as the Pinotage grape, which contains many therapeutic properties.

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Le Quartier Francais

Western Cape, Franschhoek

La Residence Franschhoek

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 11 individually Designed Suites & 5 Spacious Vineyard Suites
Amenities Dining Area Serving Farm-to-table Cuisine, Wellness Treatments, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Pool
More Located Amidst the Picturesque Vines of the Franschhoek Valley

Set on 30 acres of private land, this five-star hotel is flanked by majestic mountains, with a backdrop of Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz vineyards, olive groves and plum orchards. The main building houses 11 suites designed for couples, while five further suites for families and groups are accommodated on the grounds. Each has been individually styled by Liz Biden, incorporating grand mirrors, chandeliers hung from beamed ceilings, exotic antiques and velvet and silk textiles. Meals are also lavish at La Residence, and are either formally served in the Great Hall or alfresco at the Persian Alley. The hotel has an award-winning spa too.

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La Residence Franschhoek

Western Cape, Cape Town, Bantry Bay

Ellerman House

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 13 Rooms & Suites, Two Private Villas
Amenities Fine Dining Restaurant, Tranquil Spa, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Pool with atlantic Ocean Views, Extensive South African Art Collection & Wine Cellar
More Located in a Secluded Oceanfront SettingLocated in a Secluded Oceanfront Setting

Converted from an Edwardian era mansion, Ellerman House offers a pristine view of the Atlantic Ocean and littoral. It is right by Clifton beach, and only a few kilometres away from both Cape Town city centre and Table Mountain National Park. Every room offers you heated floors, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The more premium rooms come with a balcony, antique furniture, and an ocean view, as well as a private lounge and dining areas. The villas include a private pool and your own staff. Free to every guest is parking, breakfast and a shuttle, as well as a pantry and cocktails in the evening. The restaurant offers food that comes straight from farm to table. You can also take advantage of the spa, art gallery and outdoor pool.

Western Cape, Cape Town, Camps Bay

12 Apostles Hotel & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 70 Rooms & Suites, Including a Presidential Suite
Amenities Fine Dining Azure Restaurant, the Relaxed Caf Grill, & the Leopard Bar; Wellness Facilities Feature the Award-Winning Sanctuary Spa, Fitness Centre, & Two Outdoor Pools, Complemented by a Helipad, Complimentary Shuttle Service
More Positioned Between the Atlantic Ocean & the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range

Offering panoramic views of the ocean, 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa is on the edge of Table Mountain National Park, and just next to Oudekraal Beach. Every room has a unique style, and offers a flat screen TV and free WiFi, as well as a balcony and patio. The more premium rooms have an ocean view and a private living room. Parking and breakfast come free for all guests, as does a shuttle to the waterfront, which is 12 km away. Diners can enjoy food at two luxury restaurants, one of which is open 24 hours a day, as well as heading down to the spa, gym, bar, garden, screening room, and outdoor pool.

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12 Apostles Hotel & Spa

Western Cape, Cape Town, Waterfront

The Silo Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 28 Rooms & Suites, including a Luxurious one-Bedroom Penthouse
Amenities Dining Venues include Granary Café & the Willaston Bar, Rooftop Pool, Bar & Restaurant, Spa with Wellness Facilities
More Situated Above the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in the V&A Waterfront

The Silo is an option for those looking for something a little quirky and different, but equally luxurious: converted from an early 20th-century grain elevator, this hotel sits by the harbour with a panoramic mountain view. Each room offers its own unique decor and antique furniture, as well as a balcony, chandelier and free WiFi. Breakfast is free. Guests can enjoy the in house spa and gym, plus the rooftop restaurant and outdoor pool.

Western Cape, Cape Town, Gardens

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 198 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Dining Features Red Room by Chefs Warehouse, Spa & Wellness Facilities with Two Heated Outdoor Pools, Fitness Centre & Tennis Court, Children's Club
More Located in the Heart of Cape Town's Cultural District

In the vein of a posh villa, this lovely hotel is only 15 minutes away from the middle of Cape Town. With gentle colours and marble fixtures in the bathrooms, the rooms at Belmont Mount Nelson offer a sumptuous experience. With some rooms, you can get a view of Table Top Mountain, a balcony, a 4 poster bed, a private kitchen, and even your own little courtyard. Diners can enjoy Mediterranean style dinner, or British style afternoon tea, as well as visit the gym, spa and two outdoor pools.

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Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town

Western Cape, Cape Town, Waterfront

One&Only Cape Town

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 131 Luxurious Rooms & Suites, including Exclusive Island Suites
Amenities Multiple Dining options including Nobu & Rooi Restaurants, Dedicated Spa Island with Wellness Facilities, Fitness Centre, Heated infinity Pool with Cabanas, Kid's Club
More Set in the Vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with views of Table MountainSet in the Vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with views of Table Mountain

One & Only is a high-end option for the distinguished traveller. Located on the busy waterfront with views of Table Mountain, this hotel is only a short walk from the Cape Town Diamond Museum. Every room at The One & Only Cape Town has free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a private balcony, and some also offer kitchens, a fireplace and even a butler. One & Only Cape Town features a famed Japanese restaurant and also includes a pool, spa and fitness centre.

Western Cape, Cape Town, Cape Town CBD

Taj Cape Town

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 176 Luxurious Rooms & Suites, Including 42 Suites with Views of Table Mountain or the City
Amenities Featuring Indian Fine-Dining Bombay Brasserie & All-Day Mint Restaurant & Wood-Fired Grill, J Wellness Circle Spa Offering Indian Therapies, 24-hour Fitness Centre, Heated Indoor Pool, Kids Programme & Babysitting Services
More Centrally Located in Cape Town's City Centre

Found nestled in the middle of the inner city on St George’s Mall, not far from all the most popular attractions, Taj Cape Town is a truly luxurious place to spend your stay. From the window, you’ll get a beautiful view of Table Mountain and the city skyline. The restaurant has the best Indian food in Cape Town, as well as a renowned buffet breakfast. Taj Cape Town also offers you a library, gym, conference spaces, and an indoor pool with spa.

Western Cape, Cape Town, Cape Town CBD

Labotessa Luxury Boutique Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 7 Suites Including A Three-Bedroom Penthouse With Private Plunge Pool & Two Terraces.
Amenities On-Site Caf Serving All-Day Breakfast & Lunch Menus With Indoor & Terrace Seating Options.
More Located In A Historic 17th-Century Building On Church Square In Cape Town's City Centre.

Labotessa, opened in Cape Town in 2019 and has firmly positioned itself as one of the region’s leading boutique hotels. The hotel comprises just eight suites, and perfectly encapsulates European charm. Guests are presented with an elegant blend of its 17th Century heritage along with sleek modern design showcased in large open plan living spaces whilst impeccable service and exceptional attention to detail form part of the hotel’s many finest attributes. Labotessa is also home to the largest Presidential Suite in the city, which spans 310 square metres and delivers unrivalled views of the historic setting and mountain backdrop. Located in Church Square, adjacent to the historic Groote Kerk, the oldest Christian church in South Africa, the hotel offers easy access to Cape Town’s endless attractions and hotspots; including the city’s creative bars and restaurants, the vibrant V&A Waterfront, the extraordinary cultural attractions including Iziko South African Museum and Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa), and the famous African sunsets at the city’s beaches.

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Labotessa Luxury Boutique Hotel




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