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Taj Cape Town
5 stars

Taj Cape Town

1 Wale Street, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
See location+27 218 192 000
From
C$ 158
Cheapest

rate per night

9.0
Wonderful
based on 2234 reviews
2,234 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior Room
C$ 158
King room
C$ 173
Luxury Room
C$ 206

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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.

Rating
9.0
Wonderful
Based on 2,234 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Taj Cape Town

Tue 13/5
Wed 14/5
Double room
1 twin bed
Standard Room
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King room
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1 king bed
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Executive room
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Superior Room
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1 king bed
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Luxury Room
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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

Family friendly

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

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

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Taj Cape Town

9.0
Wonderful
2234 verified ratings
Wonderful
1627
Very good
258
Good
147
Okay
79
Fair
66
Mediocre
22
Poor
35

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the excellent service and friendly staff, highlighting the delicious breakfast options available. The location was also praised, although some mentioned issues with room quality and safety. Overall, many had a memorable experience and enjoyed their stay.
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Service9.5 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Nagesh, Apr 2017
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
8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Nov 2015
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
10
Wonderful
lpankau, Aug 2015
Pros (+) Breakfast was excellent, and the staff is amazing, particularly the concierge.
Cons (-) Bathrooms have windows to the bedrooms above the tub... why?

Location

1 Wale Street, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Long Street191 m
  • Parliament of South Africa331 m
  • City Bowl0.5 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre1.2 km
  • Signal Hill1.6 km
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront1.9 km
  • Cape Town Stadium2.5 km
  • Table Bay3.8 km
  • Table Mountain4.4 km
  • Clifton4.6 km
  • University of Cape Town5.3 km
  • Canal Walk9.1 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

June

High season

March

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 333

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 317
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 76% 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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KAYAK's 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 June and July.
  • 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 Saturday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Taj Cape Town was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 141, while the most expensive was C$ 143.
  • How long should you stay at Taj Cape Town? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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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. Long Street 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

9.1

Distance to downtown

2.2 km

Nearest Airport

Cape Town Intl

Distance to airport

17.8 km