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06 May 2026

Cape Town Edition: inside Marriott's first African Edition at the V&A Waterfront

28 May 2026

New in Cape Town this June: the hotel openings, renovations and pop-ups worth knowing

18 Jan 2026

Cape Town’s finest adults-only luxury hotels: exclusive stays for discerning travelers

07 May 2026

Cape Town reclassifies Airbnb as commercial: what the 135% rate hike means for luxury travelers

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Pink walls and ocean lawns: Cape Town's legacy hotels and the stories they still tell

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04/09/2026

Pink walls and ocean lawns: Cape Town's legacy hotels and the stories they still tell

An insider guide to Cape Town’s heritage luxury hotels, from Mount Nelson’s pink walls to Ellerman House’s ocean lawns and the Silo’s industrial chic.

Cape Town wine by neighborhood: match your hotel to the vineyard you want

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03/09/2026

Cape Town wine by neighborhood: match your hotel to the vineyard you want

Plan your Cape Town wine trip by neighborhood. This expert hotel guide pairs Constantia, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Swartland stays with the vineyards you want.

Sundowner hour: the Cape Town hotel terraces where golden light lasts longest

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03/09/2026

Sundowner hour: the Cape Town hotel terraces where golden light lasts longest

From Camps Bay to the V&A Waterfront, explore Cape Town hotel terraces where golden hour lingers, with insider tips on the best sundowner views and seasons.

The Thebe Magugu Suite and Cape Town's Afro-modernist luxury movement

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13/08/2026

The Thebe Magugu Suite and Cape Town's Afro-modernist luxury movement

How the Thebe Magugu Suite at Mount Nelson is redefining Afro-modernist luxury in Cape Town, and where else to book for design-led, African-first hotel experiences.

Business travel meets beach town: the Cape Town hotels that bridge the boardroom and the ocean

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10/08/2026

Business travel meets beach town: the Cape Town hotels that bridge the boardroom and the ocean

A curated guide to business hotels in Cape Town where CTICC access, ocean views and beach town energy combine for seamless bleisure stays.

Rooftop pools with mountain views: the Cape Town hotels where elevation is the amenity

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30/07/2026

Rooftop pools with mountain views: the Cape Town hotels where elevation is the amenity

Explore Cape Town hotel rooftop pools, from V&A Waterfront icons to Atlantic seaboard decks. Compare views, heating, design, access policies and what to expect in each season.

Cape Town Royale luxury hotel stays at Cape Royale Luxury Suites

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25/07/2026

Cape Town Royale luxury hotel stays at Cape Royale Luxury Suites

In depth review of Cape Royale Luxury Suites in Green Point, Cape Town, covering location, apartment style suites, facilities, guest reviews, and practical tips for booking a cape town royale luxury hotel stay.

by Charlotte Kelly

R24.5 billion and counting: what Cape Town's record tourism year means for hotel booking

Cape Town Itineraries

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20/07/2026

R24.5 billion and counting: what Cape Town's record tourism year means for hotel booking

Updated insights on Cape Town tourism spending 2026: record visitor revenue, precise 2023/24 data, air access growth and practical tips for timing luxury travel in peak and shoulder seasons.

InterContinental Table Bay: a R1 billion reinvention of Cape Town's Waterfront landmark

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16/07/2026

InterContinental Table Bay: a R1 billion reinvention of Cape Town's Waterfront landmark

InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town reimagines a V&A Waterfront icon with 306 rooms, 45 new suites, upgraded amenities, IHG loyalty benefits and harbourfront design for business and leisure travellers.

Fireplace weather: the Cape Town hotels designed for when the clouds roll in

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12/07/2026

Fireplace weather: the Cape Town hotels designed for when the clouds roll in

Plan a Cape Town hotels winter stay built around fireplaces, views and value. Discover cosy city retreats, where to book, what to expect in winter and how to make the most of cooler, rainier days.

Green labels on Cape Town hotels: what eco-certifications actually tell you and what they hide

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29/06/2026

Green labels on Cape Town hotels: what eco-certifications actually tell you and what they hide

Learn how to read eco labels on Cape Town luxury hotels, understand Green Key and other certifications, avoid greenwashing, and choose genuinely sustainable stays without sacrificing comfort.

The Cole, Sea Point: Kove Collection's third hotel and the case for staying on Beach Road

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28/06/2026

The Cole, Sea Point: Kove Collection's third hotel and the case for staying on Beach Road

The Cole in Sea Point is a design-led Beach Road hotel in Cape Town with around 60 rooms, a rooftop pool, spa and Figo restaurant, offering couples ocean views and easy access to the Sea Point Promenade.

Where to stay in Cape Town: a suburb-by-suburb guide from Camps Bay to the City Bowl

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16/06/2026

Where to stay in Cape Town: a suburb-by-suburb guide from Camps Bay to the City Bowl

Planning where to stay in Cape Town ? From Camps Bay’s beaches to the City Bowl’s culture, this suburb-by-suburb guide maps the best luxury areas for your trip.

Cape Town's peak season is five months away: what's new and where to book

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12/06/2026

Cape Town's peak season is five months away: what's new and where to book

Cape Town’s peak season is five months away. See what is new, where to book the best luxury hotels, and how to time your reservation for maximum value.

Family hotels in Cape Town: where kids are welcomed, not just tolerated

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26/05/2026

Family hotels in Cape Town: where kids are welcomed, not just tolerated

A curated guide to family hotels in Cape Town, highlighting truly family friendly luxury stays, neighbourhoods, costs and experiences where kids are welcomed.

Hotel Verde's green gamble: how Cape Town's first carbon-neutral hotel changed the conversation

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22/05/2026

Hotel Verde's green gamble: how Cape Town's first carbon-neutral hotel changed the conversation

Discover how Hotel Verde, a carbon‑neutral, double LEED Platinum hotel near Cape Town International Airport, sets the benchmark for sustainable hotels in Cape Town with verified performance data, GBCSA certification and eco-conscious spa and travel experiences.

Cape Town spa hotels: where to find genuine wellness, not just a pool and a robe

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14/05/2026

Cape Town spa hotels: where to find genuine wellness, not just a pool and a robe

Discover how to choose the best spa hotels in Cape Town, with editor-style tips, verified details on leading wellness retreats, neighbourhood advice and price guidance for couples planning a restorative city stay.

Horizon Aparthotel: Sea Point gets a new boutique stay on Beach Road

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12/05/2026

Horizon Aparthotel: Sea Point gets a new boutique stay on Beach Road

Discover Horizon Aparthotel and Sea Point’s growing aparthotel scene in Cape Town, with verified details on unit sizes, zoning trends, amenities, and how to stay like a local on the Atlantic Seaboard.

Quiet luxury in Cape Town: why the city's new hotel wave refuses to shout

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08/05/2026

Quiet luxury in Cape Town: why the city's new hotel wave refuses to shout

Discover how quiet luxury hotels in Cape Town blend house-style intimacy with resort-level service, from waterfront icons to hillside hideaways, plus practical booking tips and key figures on the city’s high-end stays.

by Priya Naidoo

Elegant places to stay in Cape Town, South Africa for a refined escape

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08/03/2026

Elegant places to stay in Cape Town, South Africa for a refined escape

Elegant guide to the best places to stay in Cape Town, South Africa, covering key areas, safety tips, prices, and luxury hotel options for discerning guests.

by Kai Yamauchi

Top Cape Town Hotels

Cape Town Edition: inside Marriott's first African Edition at the V&A Waterfront

New in Cape Town this June: the hotel openings, renovations and pop-ups worth knowing

Cape Town’s finest adults-only luxury hotels: exclusive stays for discerning travelers

Cape Town reclassifies Airbnb as commercial: what the 135% rate hike means for luxury travelers

Pink walls and ocean lawns: Cape Town's legacy hotels and the stories they still tell

Cape Town wine by neighborhood: match your hotel to the vineyard you want

Sundowner hour: the Cape Town hotel terraces where golden light lasts longest

The Thebe Magugu Suite and Cape Town's Afro-modernist luxury movement

Business travel meets beach town: the Cape Town hotels that bridge the boardroom and the ocean

Rooftop pools with mountain views: the Cape Town hotels where elevation is the amenity

Cape Town Royale luxury hotel stays at Cape Royale Luxury Suites

R24.5 billion and counting: what Cape Town's record tourism year means for hotel booking

InterContinental Table Bay: a R1 billion reinvention of Cape Town's Waterfront landmark

Fireplace weather: the Cape Town hotels designed for when the clouds roll in

Green labels on Cape Town hotels: what eco-certifications actually tell you and what they hide

The Cole, Sea Point: Kove Collection's third hotel and the case for staying on Beach Road

Where to stay in Cape Town: a suburb-by-suburb guide from Camps Bay to the City Bowl

Cape Town's peak season is five months away: what's new and where to book

Family hotels in Cape Town: where kids are welcomed, not just tolerated

Hotel Verde's green gamble: how Cape Town's first carbon-neutral hotel changed the conversation

Cape Town spa hotels: where to find genuine wellness, not just a pool and a robe

Horizon Aparthotel: Sea Point gets a new boutique stay on Beach Road

Quiet luxury in Cape Town: why the city's new hotel wave refuses to shout

Elegant places to stay in Cape Town, South Africa for a refined escape

Cape Town: where to stay?