Location
In the heart of Cape Town's picturesque Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the hotel is an ideal gateway to the uniquely rare adventures of South Africa such as wildlife safaris, wine country excursions and endless water play along pristine beaches. The nearby Table Mountain and surrounding mountain ranges offer the best environs for rock climbing, abseiling and kloofing. Approximate distances to airports in the region include Cape Town International Airport (30 km) George Airport (438 km) and Port Elizabeth Airport (662 km).
Facilities
131 non-smoking rooms, including 26 junior suites, 27 suites, 53 single rooms and 23 double rooms, are available to guests in a 5-storey main building and a 2-storey auxiliary building. Multilingual staff at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Services such as a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The resort has wheelchair-accessible facilities and a lift. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the complex feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional facilities include a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (no extra charge) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service (for a fee), a childcare service, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry, a page service and a hotel doctor. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. For a fee, extra beds or children's beds can be provided for little travellers. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a DVD player, a plug adapter and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. A selection of pillows ensures a comfortable stay. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The resort has smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the terrace, where guests can enjoy a quick break or relax for hours. Water sports enthusiasts are offered catamaraning. Sport and leisure facilities at the resort include a gym, yoga and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the complex, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon, massage treatments and anti-ageing treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.
Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner.
Payment
The resort accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.