The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

Cape Town, South Africa

Virgin rating

The hotel

The luxurious Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is built in the shadow of the awesome Twelve Apostles that extends down the Cape from Table Mountain. Just a few minutes from Camps Bay it enjoys one of the world's most beautiful settings and boasts uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean. You may even spot a few whales! Admire the vistas from the Leopard Bar - the perfect place to unwind before dinner at the Azure Restaurant, which serves delicious international fare with a South African slant! The hotel also has a small cinema, an amazing spa (including an outdoor mountain gazebo!) - or you can enjoy the local fauna and flora with hiking trails.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Wheelchair access
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service

Where is it

Around 5-minutes drive along the coast road from Camps Bay, with fantastic golden beaches close by. Transfer time from Cape Town Airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

55 rooms and 15 suites. All with air-conditioning, balcony/terrace with sea or mountain views, satellite TV, coffee/tea making facilities, complimentary WiFi access, safe, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, and luxury toiletries. 

Classic Rooms feature a private patio overlooking the gardens, with either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Milkwood Rooms are located at the heart of the hotel featuring easy access to the pool, with either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Mountain Facing Rooms offer sweeping views of the Twelve Apostles mountain range, with either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Luxury Rooms are larger in size and feature views of either the Atlantic Ocean or the Table Mountain National Park, with either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Superior Sea Facing Rooms feature a sunken lounge area, with either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

One Bedroom Suites feature a separate lounge, and bedroom with either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. 

Sea Facing Suites feature a large bathroom with separate shower and bathtub, separate lounge, and bedroom with either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. 

Complimentary shuttle service to Camps Bay and V&A Waterfront. Complimentary parking. 

Azure Restaurant (fine dining restaurant with sea views, serving Cape cuisine). The Cafe Grill (relaxed all-day dining, serving cafe-style fare). The Leopard Bar (with regular live music, ocean views, and creative cocktails). Picnic hampers available to take out. 

2 outdoor swimming pools. Spa* featuring a Rasul Chamber as well as outdoor treatment gazebos on the mountain slopes. Fitness centre. Walking trails. 16-seater cinema. Kids club (seasonal). 

Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Babysitting service*. Concierge. 24-hour room service*. 

Wheelchair adapted rooms with partially accessible amenities or facilities available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing food and service!

Mar 28, 2024 bethf1997 Birmingham, United Kingdom

We went to the Leopard bar for lunch and had a great experience, the food was delicious and the staff went the extra mile to celebrate my parents' wedding anniversary - would definitely recommend! The views from the bar are stunning and the live music was a great addition.
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Mar 26, 2024 Camper01179600348

Outstanding service and attention to detail. Juanita was a pleasure to deal with and the staff were very friendly and helpful. This really is a showstopper venue for any local or international guest. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a truly special experience.
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Mar 25, 2024 FineThings1299

It was a mesmerizing experience ever. At check in, got an upgrade to the best room (Executive Suite). Luxurious spacious well furnished styled room. You literally don't want to leave the hotel. Spoiled for choice with views of the Atlantic Ocean on one side and mountain on the other. Watching Dolphins from the comfort of your patio. Enjoyed… Read more
It was a mesmerizing experience ever. At check in, got an upgrade to the best room (Executive Suite). Luxurious spacious well furnished styled room. You literally don't want to leave the hotel. Spoiled for choice with views of the Atlantic Ocean on one side and mountain on the other. Watching Dolphins from the comfort of your patio. Enjoyed the heated pool. Meals very delicious (breakfast, lunch or dinner). Watching the sunset, aah priceless The stuff is warm and very responsive. Their welcome makes you feel like you are home @Phila, @Thobela. This was our best by far. We needed a break and it was worth it to choose the Twelve Apostles. First time ai visited the hotel was in 2004. After 20 years, it remains my best by far. We will surely return Read less
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Mar 19, 2024 luv2travel50London London

We are stayed at the Twelve Apostles on the final leg of our South African holiday. Our original thought was to stay at a hotel along the beach in the centre of Camps Bay. I am really pleased that we chose this hotel. Its location just outside of the village was quieter and more sedate with wonderful views to enjoy with a glass of wine. At… Read more
We are stayed at the Twelve Apostles on the final leg of our South African holiday. Our original thought was to stay at a hotel along the beach in the centre of Camps Bay. I am really pleased that we chose this hotel. Its location just outside of the village was quieter and more sedate with wonderful views to enjoy with a glass of wine. At check in we were upgraded from a Sea View Room to a Sea View Suite. The extra room this provided was great and we very much appreciated the upgrade. We loved watching the seals and cormorants on the rocks, a pod of dolphins frolicking over the swells of the sea and we were even treated to a whale just near the seals (thankfully he wasn’t hungry). The staff were very helpful, friendly, and professional. At one point we did have a transport issue which left us out in the rain but once notified the Front Desk Manager quickly sorted it and every effort to remedy the situation was taken. This is a sign of a good and professional operation. The pool area is small but lovely with the warmest water I have swum in for a long time, the breakfast was plentiful with lots of choices, the common areas beautifully decorated and the rooms very comfortable. Our choice to stay at the Twelve Apostles was a good one. Read less
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Mar 18, 2024 Companion16825690640

We had my daughter's 13th blockbuster birthday at the hotel I cannot rate the service highly enough, everything ran so smoothly The girls enjoyed a lunch and movie in their cinema My daughter was sung to and given a gift from the hotel, things we just didn't expect but added that something extra to make her day special The food was superb and… Read more
We had my daughter's 13th blockbuster birthday at the hotel I cannot rate the service highly enough, everything ran so smoothly The girls enjoyed a lunch and movie in their cinema My daughter was sung to and given a gift from the hotel, things we just didn't expect but added that something extra to make her day special The food was superb and portions huge that all the girls took home takeaways! Thank you to 12 Apostles and Juanita for the amazing service from beginning to end! Read less