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Taj Cape Town
5 stars

Taj Cape Town

1 Wale Street, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
+27 218 192 000
From
C$ 116
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Great

based on 2,826 reviews

Taj Cape Town
Sun 21/4
Thu 25/4
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior Room
C$ 116
King room
C$ 174
Luxury Room
C$ 182

About Taj Cape Town

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

Taj Cape Town is located in the coastal area of the old city. The hotel is housed within two modernized heritage buildings, with a heated indoor pool, a gym and saunas. Overlooking the picturesque harbor, Table Mountain and Cape Point, it blends new elegance with historic charm.

Within the hotel, the award winning Jiva Grande Spa is one of its kind in Africa, offering authentic wellness treatments and experiences. A large variety of holistic treatments are offered with ceremonies and rituals for total relaxation.

The Taj Club rooms and suites offer benefits of the Club Lounge, such as butler service, evening canapés, and private breakfast. Suites boast elegant decor and most have a balcony. Luxury rooms have views overlooking famous Table Mountain or the city. Bedroom suites are available for business travelers or families. Rooms also offer marble bathrooms with luxurious rain showers and large tubs.

For dining options, guests can choose from authentic Indian food served at Bombay Brasserie, international cuisine at the 3-level Mint Restaurant, seafood at the oyster bar, or tapas dishes at Twankey Bar in the hotel.

Perfect for business or leisure travelers, Taj Cape Town has won many awards and is within walking distance of some of South Africa’s foremost landmarks, attractions, shops, and galleries. Its convenient location is only 10 miles away from Cape Town International Airport.

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Latest deals for Taj Cape Town

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Taj Cape Town

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car rental
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Eco tourism
  • Bicycle rental
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Beauty salon

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Valet parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • DVD player

General

  • Family rooms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Taj Cape Town

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.9
Very goodBased on 2,826 verified guest reviews
8.9Families
8.9Couples
9.0Solo
9.0Friends

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8.0 Very good
Pros:Location, reception staff
Cons:Breakfast takes long, Indian tea which should be available take longer than everything same for Indian menu not available immediately
A
8.8 Very good
Pros:Initial impressions was one of apprehension as I had to ask to be helped. Otherwise the staff was very helpful and displayed a level of professionalism
Cons:Nothing
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Breakfast was excellent, and the staff is amazing, particularly the concierge.
Cons:Bathrooms have windows to the bedrooms above the tub... why?
M
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Wonderful, friendly, helpful staff
Cons:Dinner at the Mint restaurant was only ok

Location

1 Wale Street, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Greenmarket Square191 m
  • District Six Museum0.5 km
  • Bo Kaap Museum0.5 km
  • Castle of Good Hope0.8 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront1.9 km
  • Green Point Stadium2.4 km
  • Old Biscuit Mill3.5 km
  • Table Mountain4.4 km
  • Clifton Beaches4.5 km
  • Camps Bay Beach4.8 km
  • Newlands Stadium6.8 km
  • Newlands Cricket Ground7.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Taj Cape Town

Low season

May

High season

March

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 283

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 290
Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 24% rise in price.
Average Sun. - Thu. price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri. & Sat. price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Taj Cape Town

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Top tips for your stay at Taj Cape Town

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Taj Cape Town, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Taj Cape Town, plan to stay on a Monday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Taj Cape Town was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 193, while the most expensive was C$ 193.
  • How long should you stay at Taj Cape Town? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Taj Cape Town

  • Where is Taj Cape Town located?

    Taj Cape Town is located at 1 Wale Street in City Centre, 2.2 km from the centre of Cape Town. Greenmarket Square is the closest landmark to Taj Cape Town.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Taj Cape Town?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Taj Cape Town.

  • Does Taj Cape Town offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Taj Cape Town offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Taj Cape Town from the airport?

    Taj Cape Town is 17.8 km from Cape Town Intl.

  • Does Taj Cape Town have a pool?

    Yes, Taj Cape Town has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Taj Cape Town hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Taj Cape Town in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Taj Cape Town and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Taj Cape Town.

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Good to know

Value for money

9.0

Distance to downtown

2.2 km

Nearest Airport

Cape Town Intl

Distance to airport

17.8 km