The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa stands at the edge of the world. On one side, a line of majestic mountains – The Twelve Apostles – reaches towards the heavens; on the other, the sun sets on breeching whales, playful dolphins, and crashing Atlantic rollers. And all around, you can walk the wilderness trails of the Table Mountain National Park -The hotel will even pack you a picnic basket for you.

This luxury 5-star boutique hotel is just a few minutes from Cape Town. Enjoy city centre theatres and art galleries, plus an array of shops and restaurants at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront which are 15 minutes away and can be accessed through the hotel's complimentary car transfer service – quicker still if you use the helipad.

Further afield are the Cape Winelands, private tours are available by arrangement, notably the town of Hermanus where you can visit one of SA’s leading boutique vineyards, Bouchard Finlayson, see whales from the shore and, beyond that, the ancient tip of Africa where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet.

When choosing one of the 55 deluxe guest rooms and 15 luxurious suites, the hardest part is deciding whether to overlook the mountains or the sea - no matter what direction you face, the views are stunning! Interior decor is just as appealing - light, airy, and peaceful rooms are an eclectic mix of contemporary African style, classic European comfort and effortless, up-to-the-minute technology. Cool colours and rich fabrics bring elegance and wilderness serenity.

At The Twelve Apostles, you want for nothing: every room includes 24-hour room service, individual air conditioning, entertainment centre with DVD, and plush bathrobes and slippers. With a total of 70 rooms, the stunning scenery that surrounds the Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa is reflected in the fresh, calm interiors of each guest room and suite. Guests have the choice of spectacular sea and mountain-facing rooms, each accented with thoughtful touches including personalised gifts on arrival, candlelit turndowns and special amenities for children and pets.

About Cape Town

Cape Town is a colourful and vibrant city surrounded by dramatic mountains and sandy beaches. It is certainly one of the most beautiful cities in the world – presided over by one of the 7 Natural Wonders of The World – Table Mountain. The magic of Cape Town lies in the collision of natural wonder, diverse cultures, art, design and thriving food and wine scene.

Cape Malay, Dutch and British architecture sit side by side with cutting edge 21st-century loft apartments and slick skyscrapers. Sit a while in Cape Town and take in the buzz and bustle of flower sellers, buskers, food markets and Capetonians going about their daily lives.

The Best Things To Do In Cape Town

Table Mountain – take the Cable Car to the top and savour the dramatic views or, for the more energetic, hike up Table Mountain on one of the many designated routes.

Lion’s Head – a wonderful way to orientate yourself in the city is to hike to the top of Lion’s Head – it’s a moderate to strenuous 45 minute hike to the top and the views are certainly worth the effort.

Robben Island – visit the cell where Noble Prize Winner, Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison gaining remarkable insight into South Africa’s troubled past.

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens – Kirstenbosch displays a wide variety of the unique plant life of the Cape known as fynbos. There are over 7,000 species in cultivation at Kirstenbosch, including many rare and threatened species. Kirstenbosch borders the Table Mountain National Park and merges seamlessly with the natural fynbos and forest of the mountain. Kirstenbosch lies in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom. In 2004 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Other places to visit

• Clifton Beaches
• Camps
• Explore Bree Street
• Explore Kloof
• Cape Point & Boulders Beach
• Chapman’s Peak
• Visit the V&A Waterfront
• Explore the Cape