With a classically inspired exterior and graceful elegance within, Cape Grace offers the ultimate experience for discerning travellers. Experience the award winning contemporary cuisine at onewaterfront, where mouth-watering flavour combinations and inspired wine pairings entice all who dine there. By day Café Bascule is a lively coffee destination and by night, Bascule Bar is the perfect place to ease into the evening, whisky in hand. Excellent in house conferencing and communication facilities ensure that business matters run smoothly and efficiently. And for sheer indulgence, enjoy African-inspired treatments relax and rejuvenate in the top floor Spa.

SERVICES

• Multilingual Guest Liaison/Travel Desk and Information Service
• 24-hour Room Service
• Gym facilities include:
  - In room gym equipment on request
  - Heated outdoor swimming pool
  - Complimentary transfers and access to the nearby Virgin Active health club which includes a 25m indoor heated swimming pool, squash courts, tennis courts and a wide variety of aerobics classes
• Day-use rooms with shower and changing area
• Complimentary underground and surface parking
• Laundry, dry-cleaning and valet services
• Complimentary daily Cape history presentation and wine tasting
• Assisted-disabled rooms and facilities
• Complimentary luxury transfers within the city bowl area
• Café Complet - tea, coffee, orange juice and pastries in the library every morning
• Gift Shop
• Transfers to and from the airport available at an additional charge

ROOMS

Each of the 122 guestrooms and suites features a carefully chosen selection of fine furniture, luxurious fabrics and attention to detail that create an immediate sense of place. Double-glazed French doors open to scenic views of the international yacht marina, Table Mountain or the buzzing Waterfront harbour. All rooms include a thoughtful variety of delightful details designed to make guests feel at home. From fragrant fresh flower arrangements to the tasty in-room deli snacks and scented bath and body products. Elegantly styled and generously proportioned, each guestroom is a warm and inviting space in which to relax and enjoy your stay in Cape Town. Example accommodation includes:

• Rooftop Terrace Room: With breathtaking views of the V&A Waterfront, yacht marina or Table Mountain, these top floor rooms feature French doors that open onto spacious step-out balconies for making the most of the beautiful surrounds, while the room itself has a generous living area as well as a separate dressing area. As with all rooms at Cape Grace, facilities such as a separate bath, shower and toilet, satellite TV, secure room safes and even an iron and ironing board are standard in Rooftop Terrace rooms.
  
• Two bedroom suite: These Suites epitomise luxurious home-from-home comforts and are ideal for families or friends travelling together. The spacious suites feature two private en-suite bedrooms and a sizeable balcony and include a fully equipped kitchen, separate lounge and dining area as well as a CD and DVD player – ensuring a comfortable stay for those wishing to make the most of their in-room downtime. As with all rooms at Cape Grace, facilities such as a separate bath, shower and toilet, satellite TV, secure room safes and even an iron and ironing board are standard in every 2 Bedroom Suite.

DINING

A stylish blend of comfort and sophistication ensures a memorable experience at onewaterfront restaurant where classic South African cuisine is given a definitive modern twist. Winner of numerous awards since its inception, onewaterfront has carved a name for itself as being one of the most innovative restaurants on the Cape Town dining circuit. Perfectly positioned with views of the yacht marina and Table Mountain, onewaterfront is an elegant space with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Skilled waiting staff guide guests through menu choices, helping with suitable wine suggestions from the superb wine list. Whether booking for lunch or dinner, this award-winning restaurant is guaranteed to make a lasting impression.

POOL

Stretch out on a lounger and soak up the African sun at the outside heated pool. Overlooking Signal Hill and the international yacht marina, the pool area is surrounded by trellised gardens and a private terrace.

LIBRARY

The elegant and comfortable Library off the main lobby is the ideal place to settle down with a book or newspaper or order a light refreshment. Walls lined with books and fascinating works of art illustrating the city’s rich history set the scene.

SPA

At The Spa, Cape Grace guests are invited to indulge in a number of pampering treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate. Superb facilities set in stylish surrounds, highly skilled staff and a menu of innovative treatments inspired by the African continent ensure clients leave with their wellbeing restored. Sweeping views of Table Mountain, the city and the yacht marina add another impressive element to the sensory experience.

FAMILY STAYS  

Younger guests are important at Cape Grace. From the colourful and jam-packed activity packs presented to them on arrival to evening story time and carefully selected books and games, they are made to feel especially welcome.

Ask about the recommended child-friendly Cape Town activities for daytime adventures or make a selection from the library of videos and DVD's for in-room entertainment. The specially created children's menu is always a treat and if you're planning on exploring the city at night, the professional childminders will look after your children with the utmost care.

On arrival, children will be presented with a Cape Grace welcome gift and a colouring and activities book. This exciting book takes children on a journey through Cape Town, starting and ending ending at Cape Grace and highlighting the best spots to visit. The welcome gifts are all age-appropriate, ranging from a "baby box" containing a stuffed toy and Johnson's baby products, to gifts for toddlers, to the Cape Grace activities, and more!

• Story time in the library every evening at 18h00, or decorating gingerbread men
• A selection of children's videos and DVD's. VCR / DVD machines available on request at no additional charge
• Books and games
• Cartoon Network and Animal Planet TV Channels
• Tailor-made "build a basket" picnics, including transfers to and from local beaches or Table Mountain
   
  Meal Time
• Children are treated to the chef's specially created menu in onewaterfront restaurant
• A high chair is available if required
• For in-room dining, the "Captain's Crew" menu has plenty of tasty meal choices

Babysitters
Explore the city with absolute peace of mind. Experienced and professional babysitters / childminders will look after your children with the utmost care.

For the little ones...

• The Big Blue
  Visit the Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront and see the sea life of South Africa's two oceans - the cold Atlantic and the warm Indian. A kelp forest (one of only five in the world), a two-million litre predator tank (feeding time 15h30 every day), touch pools and penguins up close are some of the attractions.
  
• Birds of a Feather
  Visit the World of Birds in Hout Bay, 20 minutes away. It's the largest bird park in Africa with walk-through aviaries, over 3500 birds, small animals and friendly monkeys.
  
• Penguins on the Beach
  On the drive towards Cape Point, stop over just beyond Simons Town to see the famous colony of African Penguins.
  
• Garden of Eden
  Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens on the back slopes of Table Mountain, voted one of the top 7 in the world.
  
• Warrior Toy Musuem
  Also in Simons Town is this exceptional museum of toys, dolls and miniatures.
  
• Old McDonald
  At Imhoff's Farm (on the road to Kommetjie, some 45 minutes away) kids can feed, touch and play with the farm animals and also go for rides on the camels.
  
• Tomb Raider
  Within walking distance of the hotel. Visit the Scratch Patch and sort through the semi-precious stones which you can take home.
  

And the not so little…

• Great Escapes
  Experience the thrill of adventure sailing with the whole family. Sailing clothing is supplied and your personalised itinerary arranged. Within walking distance.
  
• Ride Like the Wind
  Experience the thrill of horseback riding through the winelands of Franschhoek or the wide-open beaches of Noordhoek.
  
• Shark!
  See the legendary Great White sharks in their own environment while shark cage diving.
  
• Extreme Sports
  Several professional companies are experienced in supervising both the initiated and the novice in abseiling, canyoning, paragliding and kite-surfing.
  
• And not-so-extreme
  Hiking, golf, cycling and mountain biking, kite flying, kayaking and surfing.