Cape Town does city escapes differently. Think rooftop sundowners with mountain views, art-filled boutique stays, and oceanfront strolls before dinner. From the buzzy charm of Kloof Street to the calm elegance of the Constantia winelands, it’s a place where culture, coastline, and culinary brilliance converge. Whether you’re chasing design-forward hotels, hidden gardens, or historic neighbourhoods to explore, Cape Town always delivers with style. 

Set at the foot of Table Mountain, Belmond Mount Nelson is Cape Town’s most iconic grande dame, a pink-hued retreat wrapped in palm-lined gardens. Inside, it’s all timeless elegance: prestigious afternoon teas, vintage charm, and quietly luxurious rooms and cottages. A true city sanctuary with a storied past and relaxing sense of place. 

The Silo is Cape Town’s most thematic stay — a reimagined grain silo turned art-splashed sanctuary above the V&A Waterfront. Its bold, pillowed glass windows frame cinematic views of Table Mountain, while inside, every suite is a riot of colour, texture, and contemporary African design. Come for the rooftop pool, stay for the creative energy, this is the city’s cultural heart, with a serious edge.

21 Nettleton is a clifftop sanctuary with just six suites and some of the most cinematic views in Cape Town. Tucked high above Clifton’s coastline, it feels more private villa than hotel with all curated art, personalised service, and uninterrupted horizon. This is where you come to switch off, slow down, and soak in the Atlantic light.