The Table Bay Hotel, located on Cape Town's Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, straddles the antique breakwater and is an architectural masterpiece, capturing the essence of the enchanting Cape, the Victorian elegance of yesterday, combined with the contemporary design of today. It is in perfect harmony with the backdrop of Table Mountain, the historic working harbour and the yacht bay.

The interior of the Table Bay Hotel presents a kaleidoscope of impressions, from the European marble mosaic of the entrance court to the intricate parquet floor of the foyer framed by the full-scale drama of Table Mountain, with the activity of the harbour in the foreground. Below the foyer to the south, is the grand lounge with its cathedral ceiling and twin fireplaces.

Accommodation

The Table Bay Hotel has a total of 329 rooms which include single, double, luxury rooms and suites. The exclusively designed rooms are welcoming and inviting, representing the epitome of luxury and supreme comfort. Expectations are exceeded at the magnificent 5-star Table Bay Hotel. From the stylishly appointed writing desks, to the large expansive windows, taking in either a scene of the busy working harbour or the vast Atlantic Ocean.

All rooms feature the following: Walk in cupboards, Armoires & writing desks, Butler Station, Honour Bar, Computerised Safe, Colour satellite television with remote control, Radio, En-suite bathroom with separate shower and bath with separate hand-shower facility, Marble vanity units with hairdryers, Direct Private line - fax and modem, Air-conditioning units, 24-hour In-Room Dining, Biz-Comm centre - phone, fax, e-mail, copy, print and store messages on a private number.

Dining

The Atlantic Restaurant: Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner - Decorated in a Cape Winelands theme with large murals and thick-pile carpets, this refined restaurant overlooks Table Mountain and the harbour and is supplemented by an al fresco terrace serving light meals and drinks.

The restaurant serves buffet style breakfast, ala carte lunch and dinner specialising in South African and Asian cuisine. The selection changes frequently. Incorporated in the restaurant is the private, ten-seater Captains Table, overlooking the V&A harbour and is available for use by corporations who regularly entertain small groups of clients and associates.

The Conservatory: Open for Breakfast and Dinner - Intimate style and refreshing food, wine and ambience to saturate the senses. The Conservatory offers relaxed fire dining with chic cuisine. Combinations of food and wine of varied portion sizes.

The Lounge: Operating Hours 07h00 - 22h30 daily - The lounge with its roaring log fires in winter is an ideal escape and serves tea, coffee, light snacks and drinks. A speciality of the lounge is High Tea, served daily.

Facilities

The Table Bay Hotel offers a tranquil retreat away from the hectic pulse of the surrounding Waterfront and Cape Town's many hedonistic pleasures. The sporting facilities provided are purely for enjoyment and relaxation purposes. More strenuous and diverting sporting facilities are located outside of the hotel. The Concierge will accommodate all requests.

Pool Area: The salt-water pool is heated to a constant temperature of 22 degrees and is surrounded by a mahogany pool deck with chaises lounges. Guests can also relax in the Jacuzzi or have a professional poolside massage. Drinks and light meals may be served from the pool bar.

Gymnasium: Floor to ceiling glass encloses the boutique gym, which offers both cardio-vascular equipment and weights. For individual fitness programmes, professional trainers, dieticians and corporate lifestyle consultants are available.

Health Spa: The Health Spa has a spectacular view of Robben Island and is equipped with steam and therapy rooms and offers a range of fragrant aromatherapy massages and holistic treatments to stimulate muscle therapy and relax stressed guests. There are 5 treatment rooms and two specialised rooms for the Vichy Shower and Aromatherapy tub.

Weddings and Hoeneymoons

The Table Bay Hotel is the perfect rendezvous for couples. The need for fantasy does not exist as the hotel responds to its majestic surroundings. The maritime flavour has a wistful dreaminess that inspires romance. Honeymoon Package: Includes - Welcome Cocktail, VIP Package - sparkling wine, fruit, flowers and chocolates, Champagne Breakfast, Honeymoon Turndown, Wedding Gift, Upgrade (subject to availability).

Venues

Pavilion: The Victorian-style Pavilion is the ideal venue for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The Pavilion is positioned on a piazza just outside the Table Bay's imposing Ballroom, and shelters behind the historic breakwater wall of the Cape Town harbour. The 195 m˛ Pavilion can accommodate up to 120 people at a cocktail function and 72 seated at individual tables for personalised service.

Ballroom: The spectacularly beautiful Ballroom is another ideal setting for a wedding reception. With its crystal chandeliers and beautiful décor, the Ballroom is extraordinary and does not require added artifice. The room may be divided into two separate private areas, each 150 m˛. Undivided, the Ballroom will seat 200 for dinner.

Conferences and Meetings

The Table Bay hotel is a premier conference centre and unequalled as an incentive destination for global achievers. Its status as a Leading Hotel of the World and its position at the hub of South Africa's vibrant tourist and retail mall, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, perfectly positions the Table Bay Hotel as an event venue for international corporations.

Catering for the business traveller the hotel offers conference facilities for groups of up to 300. The conference facilities are flexible enough to allow for numerous functions and comprise the Ballroom, the Pavilion, Boardroom and International Business Centre. All Audio-Visual equipment is hired in from a preferred supplier.

Nearest Airport

Cape Town International (CPT) - 20 minute drive away.

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