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One&Only suits a Cape Town break centered on the V&A Waterfront, with waterside rooms for time back at the hotel.

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Ask about paddleboarding on the waterways around the resort for a different view of the waterfront, checking conditions and suitability before setting out.

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Consider an Island Superior Room for its waterside balcony or terrace and outdoor seating, giving you a place to sit beside the marina.

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Discuss your fitness level with the hotel's fitness team before arranging a guided hike, so they can tailor the route to your needs.

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One&Only Cape Town

One&Only Cape Town sits beside the V&A Waterfront's working harbor, with a resort pool and island gardens set against one of the city's busiest visitor districts. Guests can walk out to restaurants, the aquarium and boat departures, then return to a room with space to settle in. Table Mountain gives the property its defining backdrop, although the view depends on the accommodation booked. The appeal is a Cape Town base where days in the city and unhurried time beside the water can share the same itinerary.

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Rooms

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Hotel Style

  • Charming Charming

Leisure

  • Fitness Fitness
  • Pool Pool
  • Spa Spa
  • Sauna Sauna

Experiences

  • Wellness Wellness
  • City Vibe City Vibe

Facilities

  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
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Rooms & Suites at One&Only Cape Town

Marina Harbour View Room
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Marina Harbour View Room

678 sqft
From 1’200 USD

This room is set within Marina Rise, a seven-storey building with a crescent-shaped outline along Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront. Carved screens divide the bedroom from...

Marina Mountain View Room
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Marina Mountain View Room

678 sqft
From 1’379 USD

These rooms are on the first three levels of Marina Rise, the resort’s crescent-shaped, seven-storey building. The bedroom has a sitting area, with carved screens...

Premier Marina Mountain View Room
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Premier Marina Mountain View Room

678 sqft
From 1’451 USD

The fourth and fifth floors of Marina Rise house these rooms within its seven-storey, crescent-shaped building. The structure follows the V&A Waterfront. Each room includes...

Island Superior Room
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Island Superior Room

786 sqft
From 1’505 USD

The coastal design includes a sitting area and a dressing table. Broad picture windows and full-height glass doors frame the room’s waterside setting. The ensuite...

Island Suite
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Island Suite

1,238 sqft
From 2’210 USD

The bedroom and separate lounge both have parquet flooring, with a dining space accompanying the lounge. The decor uses natural earthy tones. An oversized tub...

Marina Suite
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Marina Suite

1,324 sqft
From 2’284 USD

Custom African art features alongside a separate lounge, dining room and bar. The dining table seats six, while a guest bathroom serves the living spaces....

Island Grand Suite
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Island Grand Suite

1,948 sqft
From 2’819 USD

On the resort’s private island, the lounge and dining area sit apart from the bedroom. A private service entrance serves the suite. Sliding floor-to-ceiling windows...

Marina Grand Suite
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Marina Grand Suite

1,668 sqft
From 2’946 USD

The bedroom sits apart from a separate lounge and a dining room for six. The suite is in the crescent-shaped, seven-storey Marina Rise building along...

2 Bedroom Family Suite
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2 Bedroom Family Suite

2,347 sqft
From 4’098 USD

An open-plan living area separates the sleeping quarters, with a lounge and dining table for six. Two bathrooms serve the master bedroom, and a further...

2 Bedroom Island Family Suite
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2 Bedroom Island Family Suite

2,734 sqft
From 4’141 USD

An open lounge and dining area sits apart from the sleeping spaces. Both bedrooms have their own bathing areas, and sliding floor-to-ceiling windows lead towards...

2 Bedroom Premiere Family Suite
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2 Bedroom Premiere Family Suite

2,347 sqft
From 4’213 USD

On the fourth and fifth floors of Marina Rise, the suite has separate sleeping quarters around a lounge, dining area and bar. The indoor table...

Presidential Suite
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Presidential Suite

4,123 sqft
From 11’937 USD

Through a walnut entrance door, the central lounge has separate areas for living and dining. A table with a marble top and a bar furnish...

Table Mountain Suite
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Table Mountain Suite

3,401 sqft
From 11’947 USD

The open lounge has a marble-topped dining table for ten, along with a separate office and private service entrance. Olive, amber and stone tones form...

2 Bedroom Island Grand Suite
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2 Bedroom Island Grand Suite

2,734 sqft
On Request

The interior has modern South African design details, with a separate lounge and dining space. The bedrooms are apart from these shared areas, each with...

The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is a useful starting point for first-time visitors. Its quays connect shopping and dining with the Two Oceans Aquarium, Zeitz MOCAA and the Nelson Mandela Gateway for Robben Island departures. The hotel occupies a sheltered position within that public precinct, with waterways and planted island areas setting its pool apart from the busier paths. Spontaneous waterfront walks are easy, while trips to Table Mountain, the Cape Peninsula or the Winelands need transport and their own time in the itinerary.

The setting rewards a stay that leaves room between excursions. A family can spend the morning around the harbor and return for a swim; a couple can visit the galleries and still have a quiet hour before dinner. The surrounding waterfront remains lively, with a working harbor as well as visitor attractions, so this is an address for travelers who like activity close at hand. Inside the resort, the change of pace comes from the island gardens, water and generous accommodation rather than distance from the city.

The most important booking distinction is not simply size but position. Marina Rooms are spacious, with balcony outlooks that vary between harbor and Table Mountain categories. A mountain view should not be assumed from the Marina Room name alone. The Premier Table Mountain View option sits on a higher floor, while the One-Bedroom Marina Suite and Marina Grand Suite add separate living space and state a mountain outlook. Those categories merit attention if looking toward the mountain from the room is central to the trip.

Island Superior Rooms sit by the water on the resort's private island and are listed with marina views, not guaranteed mountain panoramas. Island Suites bring terraces and a closer relationship to the infinity pool and gardens. This side of the property suits guests who want to move easily between their room and the outdoor spaces. The difference becomes meaningful during a longer stay: one guest may value the broad mountain-facing perspective, while another may prefer breakfast on a waterside terrace before heading out. Ask which outdoor space belongs to the exact category under consideration, as a balcony and a terrace create quite different ways to use the room.

Families have several routes through the accommodation. Marina Rooms offer two-queen or interconnecting arrangements in selected configurations, while two-bedroom family suites provide separate sleeping and shared living areas. The Two-Bedroom Island Family Suite shifts that space nearer the resort waterways; Marina family suites keep the mountain-facing perspective. Match the actual bedding, occupancy and connection to the group before choosing, especially when children or grandparents are traveling together. A well-chosen room can make the hours between outings as comfortable as the outings themselves.

The One&Only Spa has its own island setting within the resort. Its Spa Garden sits beside the waterways, giving guests an outdoor place to pause around a treatment. The spa's rituals take inspiration from South African landscapes and ingredients, while the fitness center offers another way to keep a routine during a city stay. A treatment can be a considered part of a longer Cape Town visit, particularly after a day on the peninsula or a mountain walk; it should be arranged separately.

The large island infinity pool gives the property much of its resort rhythm. It creates an open-air afternoon within the Waterfront, with Isola nearby for a relaxed meal. Cape Town's weather changes quickly, so it is worth leaving some flexibility for a clear day by the water rather than assigning every hour to a distant excursion. Families can regroup here after different plans, and guests returning from a day in the city have somewhere to slow down without leaving the property again.

Nobu Cape Town brings Japanese-Peruvian cooking to the resort and is a dinner destination in its own right. ROOI takes a local direction: its South African grillroom centers fire-based cooking and produce from land and sea. The distinction is useful when planning evenings at the hotel. Nobu has the familiar rhythm of its international name, while ROOI offers an opportunity to explore South African flavors without leaving the Waterfront address.

Isola handles the less formal hours by the pool, combining Mediterranean and Cape Town influences in an indoor-outdoor setting. Vista Bar & Lounge serves lighter food, drinks and afternoon tea, with Table Mountain visible from the public space. Together, the venues allow for a leisurely poolside lunch, a more involved dinner or a drink before a walk along the harbor. The Waterfront also gives guests ample places to eat beyond the resort, so dining need not follow the same pattern every night.

One&Only's KidsOnly activities add an option for younger guests, though the family appeal extends beyond a program. The aquarium, waterfront paths and Robben Island gateway are nearby, and the resort brings a pool and larger room configurations into the same stay. Adults can plan spa time or a more formal dinner while leaving space for a shared afternoon. This breadth is useful on a multi-night visit, when different ages rarely want identical days.

The hotel also works as a starting point for the wider Cape. Table Mountain and the peninsula deserve time rather than a rushed detour; the Winelands call for a separate day. Returning to the Waterfront afterward is straightforward in spirit: there are restaurants close by, but the pool, gardens and bars make staying in equally appealing. Guests who want an entirely secluded setting should weigh the lively precinct carefully. For those drawn to its access, choosing the right room view and making time for the island spaces are the details that shape the stay.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

Nobu brings Japanese cooking with Peruvian influences to the resort, offering a distinctive dinner option without needing to travel across Cape Town.

The island's outdoor infinity pool adds swimming space within the city, with seasonal heating that supports pool time between Cape Town outings.

The Spa Garden sits beside the waterways on Spa Island, providing an outdoor place to pause before or after a booked treatment.

Location of One&Only Cape Town

Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

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What to Know About One&Only Cape Town

Is One&Only Cape Town a good luxury hotel?

Yes. One&Only Cape Town is a strong choice for travelers who want a resort-style stay at the V&A Waterfront. The hotel combines Table Mountain views, spacious rooms, island-style suites, restaurants, spa facilities, a pool, and family comfort.

Where is One&Only Cape Town located?

One&Only Cape Town is located at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, South Africa. The setting is useful for restaurants, shopping, harbour walks, Robben Island departures, city touring, and easy Table Mountain plans.

What makes One&Only Cape Town special?

The hotel feels like an urban resort, with water, gardens, broad rooms, and Table Mountain as the backdrop. Guests choose it for space, location, dining, pool time, spa access, family support, and a softer landing in Cape Town.

How many rooms and suites does One&Only Cape Town have?

One&Only Cape Town is widely listed with about 133 spacious rooms and suites. Accommodation is split between the Marina Rise building and lower island-style rooms and suites around the waterways.

What are the rooms like at One&Only Cape Town?

Rooms are large for a city hotel, with balconies, big bathrooms, warm design, and views toward the harbour or Table Mountain. They suit guests who want resort comfort while staying close to Cape Town's waterfront, museums, restaurants, and city sights.

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