The Cape Town EDITION occupies a privileged position on the V&A Waterfront, facing Table Mountain and the new superyacht marina of Cape Town’s historic working harbour, bringing the signature EDITION brand to the African continent. The latest addition to EDITION’s global portfolio of 24 one-of-a-kind hotels in the world’s most sought-after destinations, The Cape Town EDITION opens on Quay 7 on the iconic waterfront and promises to act as a gateway to discover the city. 
Designed to reflect the vibrant culture and rich maritime heritage of this lively South African city, The Cape Town EDITION comprises 142 contemporary guestrooms and suites. Fitted with bespoke furniture, locally crafted furnishings, and expansive windows offering views over the city and the Atlantic Ocean, this hotel provides a unique place to rest your head in comfort and style. Among the hotel’s most luxurious offerings are the 240sqm Penthouse and 112sqm Harbour Suite with spacious living areas and panoramic vistas. The hotel spa, situated below sea level, is the ideal place to unwind and indulge in the treatments and wellness facilities on offer, including a sauna, steam room, infrared beds, and Therabody recovery boots. There is a 24-hour gym with a daily programme consisting of yoga, breathwork, sound baths, and movement sessions by the hotel’s heated rooftop pool. There are also event spaces allowing for everything from harbourside receptions to rooftop gatherings in surroundings characterised by casual sophistication. 
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Gastronomy at The Cape Town EDITION is led by Executive Chef Phil Carmichael and award-winning South African beverage partner George Hunter and is spread throughout distinct restaurants and bars, including Shale, the hotel’s signature restaurant serving seasonal dishes made from local produce alongside regional wines. On the rooftop, you’ll find the panoramic Pool Terrace and EAVE, an indoor-outdoor poolside restaurant and bar, open throughout the day and showcasing the flavours of South Africa. The Lobby Bar was carefully designed to replicate an authentic Cape Town living room and serves morning coffees, evening cocktails, and everything in between, while Punch Room offers a taste of the Cape through punches combining traditional ingredients with modern flair.
The hotel itself was designed by Neri&Hu in collaboration with Cape Town-based architects and professional firms with the aim of paying homage to the warehouse structures that previously occupied the site. Using more than six million hand-laid bricks to create a distinctive architectural identity to match the originality of each EDITION hotel. The Cape Town EDITION’s most notable feature is The Drum, an open-air cylindrical structure inviting in the elements and providing a platform for guests to view the landmarks of the city from a new perspective.
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Cape Town is known for being one of the world’s most compelling cultural capitals and The Cape Town EDITION’s collection of art and design serve to honour Africa’s creative landscape with pieces sourced from across the continent. The hotel is surrounded by maritime history and a vibrant cultural scene complemented by museums, art galleries, acclaimed restaurants, high-end retail and the authentic atmosphere of the Waterfront neighbourhood, the perfect place to experience the warmth of South African hospitality.
