Taj Cape TownvsThe Bay Hotel
Taj Cape Town and The Bay Hotel are both recommended by travel writers. Overall, Taj Cape Town is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Bay Hotel. Taj Cape Town scores 86 with accolades from 9 publications like The Telegraph, Oyster and Star Service.
Taj Cape Town
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Gayot
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Oyster
Wale Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $96/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"India’s luxury hotel group has breathed brilliant new life into the old Board of Executors building on the corner of Wale and Adderley." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Located in the historic city center on the pedestrian St. George’s Mall, this architecturally striking hotel is ideally suited to travelers wanting to tap into Cape Town’s cosmopolitan culture." Full review
Star Service "Located near St. George's Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament, the Taj Cape Town is one of the most luxurious hotels in town." Full review
Gayot "This 177-room landmark property offers the signature hospitality and luxury accommodation expected from this upscale chain."
Jetsetter "Elegant sleep in the heart of Cape Town, with myriad dining options, a champagne bar and a splurge-worthy spa." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"By far the most luxurious hotel in the city centre...old-money-beats-nouveau-riche atmosphere, sumptuous décor, three restaurants and indoor pool." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The whole of Cape Town is clamoring for a table at Bombay Brasserie, and the bang-on central location... make it the luxe business hotel to book." Full review
Fodor's "The Taj sits in the grand former headquarters of the South African Reserve Bank and provides the professional and luxurious hospitality that one would expect from this brand." Full review
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Rooms are divided into colonial or modern decor, so be sure to state your preference if you have one.
OysterLuxury
"The centrally located, 176-room Taj Cape Town is a luxurious property occupying two refurbished historic buildings and a contemporary tower." Full review
The Bay Hotel Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Time Out Travel + Leisure Oyster Fodor's
69 Victoria Road, Camps Bay 8040, South Africa
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "This old favourite has been a staple of the Camps Bay shoreline for years." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This large hotel has a prime position on Camps Bay’s main drag. The grounds are large, with plenty of activities to keep restless guests happy."
Rough Guide "Glitzy five-star hotel on the fashionable beachfront strip."
Time Out "It's impossible not to be seduced by the Copacabana-like views of the beach that's just a hop over the road from this popular hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The fun, hip vibe of this beachside hotel is perfectly captured by its open-air cocktail bar—which doubles as a Harley-Davidson rental spot during the summer months." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Situated across the street from Camps Bay Beach, this four-pearl property offers a wealth of features and chic interiors that attract leisure tourists." Full review
Fodor's "The only large hotel in Camps Bay, this luxurious yet relaxed property sits across the street from a white-sand beach and is backed by the towering cliffs of the Twelve Apostles." Full review
