One&Only Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa

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Marina Harbour Room
Marina Harbour Room
Marina Table Mountain Room
One Bedroom Marina Grand Suite
One Bedroom Marina Grand Suite
One Bedroom Marina Grand Suite
Island Superior Room
Island Superior Room
Island Superior Room
One Bedroom Island Suite
One Bedroom Island Suite
Island infinity pool
Private Island infinity pool
Vista Bar & Lounge
Ochre
Vista Bar & Lounge
Isola
KidsOnly Club
KidsOnly Club
Marina Harbour Room
Marina Harbour Room
Marina Table Mountain Room
One Bedroom Marina Grand Suite
One Bedroom Marina Grand Suite
One Bedroom Marina Grand Suite
Island Superior Room
Island Superior Room
Island Superior Room
One Bedroom Island Suite
One Bedroom Island Suite
Island infinity pool
Private Island infinity pool
Vista Bar & Lounge
Ochre
Vista Bar & Lounge
Isola
KidsOnly Club
KidsOnly Club

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

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

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 overlook Table Mountain with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

One Bedroom Marina Suites offer uninhibited views of Table Mountain, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

One Bedroom Marina Grand Suites offer uninhibited views of Table Mountain with a dining area and a separate bathroom for ‘him’ and ‘her’ each with a rain shower, with ‘her’ bathroom completed with an oversized bath, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. Table Mountain Suites with a foyer, large entertainment area, dining room in the one bedroom, 24-hour butler service, gym and terrace with views of Table Mountain with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Island Superior Rooms are located on the resort’s lushly landscaped islands with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-sized beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

One Bedroom Island Suites with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Premier Marina Table Mountain Rooms are located on the fourth and fifth floors with views of Table Mountain, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Two Bedroom Island Grand Suites are located on the resort’s exclusive, lushly landscaped island have 2 bedrooms with large walk-in closets, one with a king-size bed and one with 2 queen-size beds, a lounge, dining area and a large outdoor terrace, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

Presidential Suites overlook Table Mountain and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with 2 bedrooms complete with king-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 1 child.

  • Free night offer: stay 4, pay 3 for stays completed between 1 Mar–22 Dec '20. 

Nobu (gourmet Japanese cuisine), Ochre (re-imagined local cuisine by Chris Mare), Isola Poolside Bar (pizzas, gourmet sandwiches and drinks), Vista Bar & Lounge. Wine Loft. Freeform swimming pool with infinity edge and private seating area. One&Only Spa* on private island. Teen Spa* (12-16 years). Fitness centre. KidsOnly (4-11 years) with supervised arts & crafts, movie and video games lounge, quiet reading area and computer area. NEO Boutique with designer labels. 24-hour room service*. Laundry service*. Complimentary WiFi.

* Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1790)
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  • Poor (31)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating One of our favorite places on this planet

Sep 10, 2020 Paradijsvogels Steenwijk, The Netherlands

Beautiful hotel, very comfortable room with balcony and great view of the Table Mountain. The breakfast buffet is of a very high standard. Delicious oysters and champagne. We enjoyed our daily coffee and tea with the delicious almond biscuits outside on the terrace overlooking the canal. Top service. Our thanks to Elvira and Nelson. What a… Read more
Beautiful hotel, very comfortable room with balcony and great view of the Table Mountain. The breakfast buffet is of a very high standard. Delicious oysters and champagne. We enjoyed our daily coffee and tea with the delicious almond biscuits outside on the terrace overlooking the canal. Top service. Our thanks to Elvira and Nelson. What a cheerful and pleasant staff. We come here twice a year and the last time was March 17, 2020. The location is superb. Near the lively V&A Waterfront and the sea is not far from the hotel. Nice pool and luxury spa. We hope the world will be better soon so we can meet Elvira and Nelson again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Definitely a “One & only “ a cut above !!

Sep 9, 2020 LizaB72 Toronto, Canada

We unfortunately had just a one night stay in this amazing hotel due to Covid and travellers being called to return home. What an amazing facility! From our room, we viewed the incredible Table Mountain. The rooms were perfect— everything outstanding. Staff were attentive and helpful. We dined in the restaurant the one evening we were there… Read more
We unfortunately had just a one night stay in this amazing hotel due to Covid and travellers being called to return home. What an amazing facility! From our room, we viewed the incredible Table Mountain. The rooms were perfect— everything outstanding. Staff were attentive and helpful. We dined in the restaurant the one evening we were there and it was perfect and the breakfast buffet was among the very best we have ever experienced. Our hope is to one day return to again experience this luxurious setting. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best hotel service

Jul 29, 2020 I7993UYjessicap Bristol, United Kingdom

We stayed in on the start of our horny for three days. The hotel is lovely big rooms and bathroom which are immaculate and clean. We had a table mountain view room which looks directly onto the mountain which was amazing. The staff here are amazing, they actually went out to ticket offices to arrange tickets and day trips for us which we may have… Read more
We stayed in on the start of our horny for three days. The hotel is lovely big rooms and bathroom which are immaculate and clean. We had a table mountain view room which looks directly onto the mountain which was amazing. The staff here are amazing, they actually went out to ticket offices to arrange tickets and day trips for us which we may have missed out on otherwise. The bar area is lovely to sit and have cocktails. Nobu is also in the hotel which we had a flawless meal at. We were here for our honeymoon and we had daily deliveries to our room of wine and chocolates which was so kind and generous. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exquisite Gem of South Africa

Jul 23, 2020 Sapphire K St. Michaels, Maryland

I absolutely enjoyed every moment spent at this property! From the decor, cuisine to the culture and customer service. What a precious gem in the heart of South Africa. This was such a pleasing experience and I will definitely return!
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Mar 30, 2020 mugearsuk London, United Kingdom

I have updated my review as I left the previous with high emotions and frustration during the ongoing Covid-19 crisis: I felt let down by One & Only in the way they simply cancelled my booking without any correspondence or warning (which IS possible via the Hotels.com App as demonstrated by other Hotels and One and Only themselves when they… Read more
I have updated my review as I left the previous with high emotions and frustration during the ongoing Covid-19 crisis: I felt let down by One & Only in the way they simply cancelled my booking without any correspondence or warning (which IS possible via the Hotels.com App as demonstrated by other Hotels and One and Only themselves when they emailed prior to my stay). I also remain frustrated by One & Only's interpretation of the Covid-19 mandate which nearly left myself, wife and one year old son homeless on the streets of Cape Town for one night. Sorry but I really think One & Only should and could have done more to help reaccommodate their guests instead of just cancelling and leaving them high and dry (I am sure you care about the safety of your guests too)? NONETHELESS, my previous review was unfair and personal, in a time that I am sure was also stressful for the GM and his colleagues. Whilst I think the situation could have been handled much better, this was an unprecedented challenge with very little warning or clarity. The One and Only's GM responded to my complaint calmly, professionally and with dignity, and thus promoting a more fair yet brief summary on the hotel as follows: One and Only Cape Town is one of the best hotels we have stayed at, with clean and comfortable rooms, incredibly friendly staff and one of the most impressive breakfast menus (and quality) you can find. Sorry RL. Read less