One&Only Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa

Virgin rating

The hotel

A chic urban retreat, One&Only Cape Town offers contemporary accommodation in a superb location, steps from Cape Town’s incredible range of attractions. The crescent-shaped architecture of Marina Rise, the main building, allows for splendid views of iconic Table Mountain. The resort also overlooks two private islands, one dedicated to its One&Only Spa, the other featuring luxurious upgraded accommodation. Rooms and suites are amongst the largest in the city with oversized baths and bright splashes of colour paying tribute to the country’s vibrant personality. The tranquil One&Only Spa is one of the most expansive in the city and home to a scenic relaxation room, sauna and steam rooms and vitality pools – if you want to feel the stress of everyday life melt into oblivion, this is definitely the place to be! Other facilities include a Yoga Pavilion, cutting edge fitness centre and swimming pool with infinity edge and private sundeck.

Amenities

  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

In the heart of Cape Town’s picturesque Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, close to a myriad selection of attractions as well as shops, bars and restaurants. Transfer time from Cape Town Airport: 25 minutes.

Hotel information

131 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi, mini bar*, Nespresso™ coffee machine, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. 91 rooms are located in the 7-storey Marina Rise building, each with their own private balcony. Marina Harbour Rooms overlook Cape Town’s working waterfront harbour with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Marina Table Mountain Rooms are located on the first 3 floors offering views of Table Mountain, with either 1 king-size bed, or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Premier Marina Table Mountain Rooms are located on the fourth and fifth floors, with unobstructed views of Table Mountain from the large balcony, with either 1 king-size bed, or 2 queen-size, beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Island Superior Rooms are located on one of the resorts islands overlooking the marina waterways, with 1 king-size bed, or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

One Bedroom Marina Mountain Suites offer uninhibited views of Table Mountain, featuring a separate lounge and dining area, bathroom with oversized bath and separate rain shower, and bedroom with walk-in closet and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

One Bedroom Island Suites are located on one of the resorts island overlooking the waterways, with separate lounge and dining area, and bedroom with king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

One Bedroom Island Grand Suites are the same as One Bedroom Island Suites, with the addition of a spacious kitchen.

One Bedroom Marina Mountain Grand Suites offer uninhibited views of Table Mountain, an expansive lounge and dining room, separate 'his' and 'her' bathrooms, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. 

Two Bedroom Marina Family Suites are located on the fourth and fifth floors with a spacious lounge and dining area that opens onto the balcony featuring Table Mountain views, and two bedrooms each with en suite bathrooms. One bedroom has 1 king-size bed, and the other has 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

Table Mountain Suites include a personal gym, 24-hour butler service, large entertainment area and dining room, oversized bath tub and separate rain shower, large terrace with views of the mountain, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. 

Presidential Suites feature views of Table Mountain and the waterfront from the terrace, two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, entertainment area and dining room, personal gym, 24--hour butler service, and two bedrooms, each with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

  • Free Nights: Stay for 4 nights, pay for 3 (stay for 8, pay for 6) for stays completed between 07 Jan–22 Dec '24.Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. Terms and conditions apply. 

Nobu -Glamorous dining from acclaimed global chef Nobu Matsuhisa, where Japanese elegance meets Peruvian flair. 

Vista Bar & Lounge - A haven for connection at the heart of the resort, offering light dining, elegant afternoon teas and cocktails infused with the essence of Cape Town. 

Isola - Elevated poolside dining blending Mediterranean and Capetonian flavours, with vivid textiles by Rwandan designer Masa Mara.  

Wine Studio - A space for discovery, with one of the continent’s most coveted wine collections, exceptional tastings and one-off blending experiences. 

ROOI - A celebration of land and sea, touched by fire.

Freeform swimming pool with infinity edge and private seating area. One&Only Spa* on private island.  Fitness centre. KidsOnly (4-11 years) with supervised arts & crafts, movie and video games lounge, quiet reading area.

24-hour room service*. Laundry service*. Complimentary WiFi.

* Denotes local charge.

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Oct 16, 2024 James C Singapore, Singapore

This is a 5 star hotel - well appointed rooms, excellent service and ideal location at the V&A Waterfront and views of Table Mountain. Attention to detail including little touches such as welcome gifts for the kids was outstanding. It is safe to walk around the waterfront area even at night. The heated outdoor pool was a hit with my kids. This is… Read more
This is a 5 star hotel - well appointed rooms, excellent service and ideal location at the V&A Waterfront and views of Table Mountain. Attention to detail including little touches such as welcome gifts for the kids was outstanding. It is safe to walk around the waterfront area even at night. The heated outdoor pool was a hit with my kids. This is an excellent hotel. Read less
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Oct 9, 2024 waleo452

Everything is beautiful and Lovely. I would love to visit again in future and recommend to family and friends.
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Oct 7, 2024 MrSmith779 Miami, Florida

The staff made this trip wonderful. They went above the expectations of any 5-star hotel. The turndown service was great. The extra level with the associate and the concierge was next level.
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Oct 5, 2024 OnAir575999

wow what a stay! Everything was seamless and exquisite--the rooms are amazing (we had the table mountain view and it did not disappoint!), the breakfast restaurant was extraordinary (literally, the equivalent of the fanciest holiday or mother's day brunch EVERY DAY), housekeeping was flawless and thoughtful every day (including gifts by the… Read more
wow what a stay! Everything was seamless and exquisite--the rooms are amazing (we had the table mountain view and it did not disappoint!), the breakfast restaurant was extraordinary (literally, the equivalent of the fanciest holiday or mother's day brunch EVERY DAY), housekeeping was flawless and thoughtful every day (including gifts by the bedside each night), Nobu you can order at the bar (which is a destination in and of itself!), the bell staff outside were top notch--not a shortcoming or complaint to be found (and I am the princess and the pea type who can always find something to complain about). This one is worth the $$ and it takes a lot of it to stay here. We used a lifetime of amex points and another couple thousand but it was totally worth it. If you can do it, DO IT!! Read less
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Oct 4, 2024 Relax580836

The breakfast selection is great. It even has raw oysters! It is only few minutes walk from the Victoria and Alfred waterfront. If that is still too much for you, they provide complimentary chauffer service.