12 CPT Hotels suitable for Rovos & Blue Train

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Happy Uptober month! Nothing worse than having to stay at a below par hotel after a sumptuous train trip. So, after your luxury train arrives in Cape Town from Pretoria (both Rovos Rail as well as the Blue Train ply this route), here are some hotels which make the grade.: Click here to book.

1. The Silo Hotel
• Location: V&A Waterfront
• Highlights: Steeped in history, the old grain silo was South Africa's tallest building in 1920. This hotel's unique design is in a converted grain silo, luxurious rooms, and a rooftop pool with panoramic views.
2. 15 On Orange Hotel
• Location: Gardens
• Highlights: Chic and modern design, offering spacious rooms and a great spa.
• Corner Grey's Pass and Orange Street, Cape Town. Close to attractions and a short drive to the Cape Town train station.
• 15 on Orange is very easy to get to from the airport, it's very easy to get from it to the restaurants & pubs in Long Street & Kloof Street, as well as the Company Gardens & the South African Museum; but you'll need to hire a car/taxi to get to the V&A Waterfront (there are also chauffeur services). It's near to a stop for City Sightseeing's hop-on hop-off bus (walk towards the Mount Nelson Hotel). Chose a day when it's not windy to use the roof top pool, from which to enjoy the top view of Table Mountain (if it is windy take a walk to Cape Town's historic Long Street Baths!). Ask for a room as high as possible and facing Table Mountain. Definitely worth a visit.

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3. Cape Grace Hotel
• Location: West Quay Road, V & A Waterfront
• Highlights: Elegant and charming, with beautiful views of the harbor. Offers a refined atmosphere and excellent service.
• Room tip - choose a room at the back of the hotel facing Table Mountain.
• Close to Cape Town's cruise ship terminal
• Tel: 021 410 7040
4. Victoria & Alfred Hotel
   • PierHead, V&A Complex, Dock Rd, V & A Waterfront
   • Tel:21 419 6677
   • Make sure you get a room facing the harbour and Table Mountain. The rooms facing the plaza not only have a worse view, but can be noisier. The hotel is situated in the heart of the Waterfront, close to a plethora of shops and restaurants. Your biggest risk staying here is that you find it difficult to tear yourself away from the Waterfront!
5. Southern Sun Cape Sun
• Known for its glass lifts which tower high up above the city.
• Strand Street, Cape Town City/CBD (close to the train station)
• Tel: 021 488 5100
6. The One & Only Cape Town
   • Location: V&A Waterfront
   • Highlights: Lavish accommodations, renowned restaurants, and a stunning spa.
7. Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
   • Location: 76 Orange Street, Gardens
     
   • Highlights: Historic elegance with beautiful gardens, fine dining, and a luxurious spa.
   • The 30 rooms in the Oasis wing of the Mount Nelson have been refurbished and were reopened at the start of March 2013. The wing has a view of the swimming pool.
   • The Nellie offers the classic luxury Cape Colonial experience, within walking distance of Kloof and Long Street. Often frequented by celebrities. The afternoon tea is worth going to. Decide whether you prefer the view overlooking the gardens or Table Mountain.
   • Tel: 021 483 1000

     Drive by shooting at the Mount Nelson Hotel - using a camera, not a gun, and taking this photo! Note the vehicle driving out of the Nelly - this is the typical type of customer the hotel attracts.

     

8. The Cullinan Hotel
   1. Location: 1 Cullinan Street, Cape Town CBD
      
      
      The Cullinan Hotel in Cape Town forms a distinctive part of the city's skyline, and is easily visible by ships travelling into the port.

      

9. The Table Bay Hotel
• Location: V&A Waterfront
• Highlights: Five-star luxury with direct access to the waterfront, excellent dining, and stunning views.
10. Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence
• Location: Cape Town City Centre
• Highlights: Modern luxury with a rooftop pool and business amenities.
11. The Westin Cape Town
• Location: Foreshore, close to the International Convention Centre
• Highlights: Contemporary design, a wellness center, and great dining options.
12. The Table Bay
    • Quay 6, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
    • Tel: 021 406 5000

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