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Taj Cape Town

Cnr Wale Street & St Georges, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001
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About us

Taj Cape Town is a combination of rich history and elegant contemporary architecture. Originally home to the South African Reserve Bank and Temple Chambers, later the Board of Executors (BOE), it successfully combines the heritage of the old with the luxury of the new. This five-star hotel is ideally located in the centre of historic Cape Town at the entrance to the famous pedestrian precinct, St George's Mall. Its prime location ensures that Taj Cape Town is perfectly situated for those looking to discover authentic Cape Town; and its blend of fascinating history, exotic culture, soulful art, lively entertainment and delectable cuisine.

Venue Details

ChainTaj Hotels
BrandTaj
Built2010
Renovated-
Total meeting space12,992 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms176
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Tourism Grading Council of South Africa(TGCSA)
Northstar

Awards

Cvent awards
Industry awards
2014: SATOA ‘Best Hotel 20 rooms or more’ 2014: Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Award 2013: Trip Advisor Luxury Hotel Traveler's Choice Award 2013: Diamond Award at the Diners Club Winelist Awards for Bombay Brasserie 2013: Platinum Award at the Diners Club Winelist Awards for Mint, the Local Grill 2013: World Travel Awards - Africa's Leading Hotel Residences 2013 2013: World Travel Awards - South Africa's Leading Hotel Residences 2013 2012: Trip Advisor Luxury Hotel Traveler's Choice Award 2012: Africa's Leading Hotel Residence from the World Travel Awards Ceremony 2012 : “Best in Business” Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (mountain)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Rental car service
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
12,992 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,542.4 sq. ft.
Space (private)
1,200 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
10
Second largest room
1,722.2 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
50 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
100

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
1,151.7 sq. ft.
55.8 x 19.7 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
100
33
80
90
100
60
30
42
-
699.7 sq. ft.
26.2 x 23.0 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
50
20
40
45
50
30
18
24
18
635.1 sq. ft.
36.1 x 16.4 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
54
20
30
50
54
30
24
--
538.2 sq. ft.
32.8 x 16.4 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
36
15
30
30
36
24
20
--
322.9 sq. ft.
23.0 x 13.1 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
24
12
20
-
24
12
12
--
430.6 sq. ft.
26.2 x 16.4 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
12
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12
--
183.0 sq. ft.
16.4 x 9.8 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
8
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8
--
4,542.4 sq. ft.
139.4 x 47.2 sq. ft.
19.7 ft.
300
52
-
300
300
170
52
105
60
1,722.2 sq. ft.
52.5 x 32.8 sq. ft.
6.6 ft.
60
-
40
60
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
176
Single (1 bed)
134
Double (2 beds)
134
Suites
42
Tax rate
15%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 11.18 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking
Bus parking

Local Attractions

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway

Recreation
6 kms
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is a cable car transportation system offering visitors a five-minute ride to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. It is one of Cape Town's most popular tourist attractions with approximately one million people a year using the Cableway
Tafelberg Road
Cape Town
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V&A Waterfront

V&A Waterfront

Recreation
3 kms
The V&A Waterfront is one of Africa’s most visited destinations with more than 24 million visitors annually. Situated in the oldest working harbour in South Africa, with the iconic Table Mountain as its backdrop, makes the V&A Waterfront is a favourite for local and international visitors. More than 80 eateries bring a fusion of both international and local cuisine, from rustic al fresco to fine dining. You are spoiled for choice with 12 hotels, over 500 retail stores, five museums and live entertainment 365 days a year showcasing the best local music
19 Dock Road
Cape Town
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Camps Bay Beach

Camps Bay Beach

Recreation
7 kms
A beautiful, long stretch of white sand bordered by restaurants, clubs, and hotels.
Cape Town, ZA
Bree Street

Bree Street

Recreation
5 mins
In the heart of the culinary capital of Cape Town just two blocks from Taj Cape Town.... you'll find a melting pot of authentic restaurants and bars.
Bree Street
Cape Town, ZA 8000
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St. Georges Mall

St. Georges Mall

Shopping
1 km
Once a congested city street, St George’s Mall is now a pedestrian area in the middle of the Cape Town city centre, bustling with activity that ranges from live entertainment - provided by buskers, dancers, drummers, street artists and the like - to the sidewalk coffee shops and restaurants at which many locals and visitors to the city sit and watch people pass by. St Georges Mall is also a wonderful place to shop, with a combination of stalls, informal traders, art galleries and African curio shops providing any number of goods or souvenirs.
Long Street

Long Street

Nightlife
Long Street is a major street located in the City Bowl section of Cape Town, South Africa. It is famous as a bohemian hang out and the street is lined with many book stores, various ethnic restaurants and bars. Restaurants include African restaurants such as Zula, and Indian restaurants such as Masala Dosa. Long Street exhibits a diversified culture and attracts tourists from all over the world.
Long Street
Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport

Cape Town International Airport

Airport
18 kms
Matroosfontein
Cape Town, ZA 7490
Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Convention center
6 mins
The CTICC is so much more than just another convention centre. Set in the heart of the Cape Town city centre, the CTICC is a place where people from all walks of life are brought together, a tangible demonstration of the power of partnership, and an excellent example of the success that can be achieved when public and private enterprises work together towards shared goals.
Coen Steytler Ave
Cape Town, ZA 8000
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The Slave Lodge

The Slave Lodge

Historical landmark
2 mins
The Slave Lodge, originally built by the Dutch East India Company it housed slave, mentally ill people and convicts and was later modified for use as a government office.
Wale St
Cape Town, ZA 8000
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The Houses of Parliament

The Houses of Parliament

Historical landmark
4 mins
The Houses of Parliament, the legislative assembly for South Africa’s first democratic government, are short walk up Government Avenue through the Company’s Garden. Visitors can attend parliamentary sessions and there are guided tours through the buildings.
Parliament Street
P.O Box 15
Cape Town, ZA 8000
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The Company’s Garden

The Company’s Garden

Historical landmark
1 min
It takes its name from the Dutch East India Company who first started the garden in 1652 for the victualing of their ships that plied the spice trade route between Europe and the East Indies, via The Cape of Good Hope. The Company’s Garden is abutted by numerous important landmarks, including the lodge house for the slaves who built large parts of the historic city, the present day Houses of Parliament, the Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium, St George's Cathedral (which is the seat of the Anglican church in South Africa), the National Library of South Africa, the South African National Gallery, the Great Synagogue and Holocaust Centre as well as Tuynhuys, which is used by the President on state occasions.
19 Queen Victoria Street
Cape Town 8000
St George's Cathedral

St George's Cathedral

Historical landmark
1 min
St George’s Cathedral, situated directly opposite the hotel and known as ‘the people’s cathedral’ because of the part it played in the struggle against apartheid. It was here that Archbishop Desmond Tutu stood against the injustices of National Party regime.

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please contact the Hotel directly on res.capetown@tajhotels.com or call +27 21 819 2000

Additional details

State of the art meeting and event facilities for up to 400 guests. Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces Group

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Taj Cape Town Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Taj Cape Town's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
We have shared our goals and performance in the recently published IHCL Integrated Report Please check Page no. 56-59 and 63 https://www.ihcltata.com/AGM/2021/Integrated_Annual_Report_2020-21.pdf
Does Taj Cape Town have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, We minimise waste to landfill, promote recycling and encourage use of reusable packaging

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Taj Cape Town and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
Hotel not in the United States
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Taj Cape Town's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.ihcltata.com/responsibility/

Health and Safety

Were practices at Taj Cape Town developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, WHO and Local Government
Does Taj Cape Town clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, High touch points in public areas - cleaned and disinfected every 45 mins to 2 hrs depending on traffic with prescribed disinfectant. Scanner Machines/DFMD & tray  after every use. Door glass 4 times a day with hypochlorite  solution or equivalent
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