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Worldwide > South Africa > Cape Town and Winelands
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Cape Town is an exceptional city that combines modern sophistication with fascinating native history and culture. Known as “The Mother City” it is flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and witnesses the meeting of two great oceans – the Atlantic and Indian.
Voted one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Cape Town offers a choice of excellent accommodation ranging from budget to deluxe five star options, combined with first class service. In addition to the city centre there are a number of trendy areas around Cape Town that provide a wonderful base for exploration. The seaside areas of Camps Bay, Granger Bay and Seapoint are perfect for a relaxing beachside break, while the centuries old Victoria and Alfred Waterfront enjoys a lively atmosphere. Home to designer boutiques, hip restaurants, cafes and bars it is a great place to leisurely pass the day.
There are numerous activities in and around Cape Town offering an insight into the interesting and colourful culture and history of the African people. Don’t miss the unique cultural experience of an escorted tour of the local townships. In addition, a visit to the famous prison on Robben Island in Table Bay is fascinating. This UN World Heritage Site was used by the South African government to house political prisoners and Nelson Mandela was imprisoned here from 1964 to 1982.
The famous Cape Winelands, situated in the Western Cape are just a short drive from Cape Town and offer spectacular vineyards, with magnificent mountains forming a scenic backdrop. Dating back more than 300 years the wines of the Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl regions offer internationally acclaimed wines. The estates have opened their cellars and properties to visitors who are treated to tastings, cellar tours, fabulously stocked picnic hampers and tours of the farms. Franschhoek for example is fast becoming known as the gourmet capital of the Cape. Stellenbosch is South Africa’s second oldest town and the centre of South Africa’s wine industry. It is also home to some well preserved buildings with Cape Dutch, Victorian and Georgian architecture.
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Top tips/recommended tours
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Day Trips: Hiring a car makes day trips easy and itineraries flexible. However, there is a huge choice of comprehensive escorted day trips available from Cape Town if you do not wish to self-drive. Hermanus: This coastal village on the Southern Cape is one of the most popular places in South Africa to view whales. Either watch from the shore or take a cruise out amongst these awesome creatures. It is an easy drive from Cape Town and makes for a fascinating day trip or overnight extension. |
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Table Mountain: Take a revolving cable car ride up Table Mountain and enjoy spectacular views of the city, Cape peninsula and the ocean. You may also hike up to the top if you are feeling particularly energetic! Cape Point: The most southwesterly point of Africa is located at the end of the Cape Peninsula, in the Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park. The scenery here is remarkable, with the peak rising 249m above sea level - it can be reached by foot or on the funicular railway. | |
Hotels: Winchester Mansions | Radisson Sas Waterfront Hotel | The Bay | Franschhoek Country House & Villas | Extreme Hotel | Victoria & Alfred Hotel | Twelve Apostles Hotel | d'Ouwe Werf | The Village At Spier Hotel & Wine Estate
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Winchester Mansions | Seapoint, Cape Town - 4 Star |
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Located in the popular Seapoint area, this privately owned luxury beachside hotel is famous for its original Cape Dutch décor and warm and personal service. Situated on Cape Town's famous Platinum mile, this hotel overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and provides an exclusive retreat away from the city.
Facilities: Restaurant, lively bar, courtyard and terrace, weekly live jazz, exclusive Spa, swimming pool and performances.
Guestrooms: 76 rooms and suites feature en-suite bathrooms and spectacular mountain or sea views. Amenities are modern and all rooms are decorated and finished to the highest of standards.
Distance from airport: 25 mins
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WINCHESTER MANSIONS: Seapoint – 4 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement €75 |
Prices from € 939 |
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Package prices include return economy flights from Ireland, 5 nights accommodation in a standard room and airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | | |

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Radisson Sas Waterfront Hotel | Granger Bay, Cape Town - 4 1/2Star |
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Spectacularly situated on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean overlooking its own private marina and the famous Robben Island, yet within walking distance of the V&A Waterfront. The hotel is also just a short drive away from Cape Town’s spectacular beaches. Facilities: Restaurant, trendy bar and terrace, swimming pool, beauty salon and business centre.
Guestrooms: 182 rooms and suites with either sea or mountain views and equipped with IDD phones, Internet, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities and mini-bar.
Distance to airport: 25 mins
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RADISSON SAS WATERFRONT HOTEL: Granger Bay – 41/2 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement €89
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Prices from € 1,139 |
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Package prices include return economy flights from Ireland, 5 nights accommodation in a standard room and airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888.. | | |

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| The Bay Hotel | Camps Bay, Cape Town - 5 Star |
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Overlooking a pristine beach, this elegant complex is located in exclusive Camps Bay, only minutes from the centre of Cape Town. A member of the "Small Luxury Hotels of the World", it is an ideal luxury base from which to explore Cape Town.
Facilities: 4 restaurants and bars including the acclaimed "Tides Restaurant", 24-hour room service, swimming pool, beauty salon, gift shop, fitness centre and business services.
Guestrooms: 72 bedrooms and 6 suites with spectacular views over the Atlantic Ocean or Table Mountain. Most rooms have private balcony/patio, sitting area, satellite TV, mini-bar, tea/coffee maker and safe.
Distance from airport: 35 mins
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THE BAY HOTEL : Camps Bay – 5 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement € 89 |
Prices from € 1,139 |
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Package prices include return economy flights from Ireland, 5 nights accommodation in a standard room and airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | | |

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| Franschhoek Country House & Villas | Franschhoek - 4 Star |
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This renowned boutique hotel, home to the award-winning Monneaux Restaurant, provides first class accommodation in a choice of guestrooms or villas with a range of deluxe services and facilities in rustic surroundings.
Facilities: Restaurant, wine bar, 2 swimming pools, luxury treatment salon, fax & Internet facilities and safe.
Guestrooms: 14 luxurious rooms and 12 exclusive villa suites, all beautifully finished and featuring handcrafted furniture, luxurious linens, satellite TV, fireplaces, underfloor heating and mini-bar. The deluxe villas are 100m2 and have separate lounge, bedroom and private balcony.
Distance from airport: 45 mins
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FRANSCHHOEK COUNTRY HOUSE & VILLAS: Franschhoek – 4 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement € 69 |
Prices from € 69 |
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Price includes 1 night accommodation in a standard room only. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | | |

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| Extreme Hotel | V&A Waterfront, Cape Town - 3 Star |
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This brand new hotel enjoys an excellent location in the heart of Cape Town’s entertainment hub. Offering great value for money, it lies at the foot of Table Mountain and is only minutes away from popular Camps Bay and Clifton beachfront.
Facilities: Lounge bar, outside terrace/coffee bar, full service restaurant, swimming pool, sunbathing deck and 16m high outdoor climbing wall.
Guestrooms: 130 bedrooms featuring LCD TV, Electronic safes, open plan bathrooms with walk-in showers, executive work desk, chair and complimentary wireless internet access.
Distance from airport: 20 mins
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EXTREME HOTEL: V&A Waterfront – 3 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement € 55 |
Prices from € 939 |
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Package prices include return economy flights from Ireland, 5 nights accommodation in a standard room and airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | | |

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Victoria & Alfred Hotel | V&A Waterfront, Cape Town - 4 Star |
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Located in the hip V&A Waterfront area, the Victoria & Alfred Hotel offers elegance, luxury, a relaxed atmosphere and warm personal service. Framed by the ocean and Table Mountain, it was built in 1904 and converted to a luxury hotel in 1990. Recently refurbished, it provides excellent facilities and standards of accommodation.
Facilities: Restaurant and cocktail bar overlooking the harbour& Table Mountain, business and conference facilities.
Guestrooms: 94 elegant piazza or mountain facing rooms with king-size beds, 24 hour room service, TV & DVD, pay-forview movies, Internet, coffee/tea maker and mini-bar.
Distance from airport: 20 mins
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VICTORIA & ALFRED HOTEL: V&A Waterfront – 4 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement € 145 |
Prices from € 1,399 |
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Package prices include return economy flights from Ireland, 5 nights accommodation in a standard room and airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | | |

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| Twelve Apostles Hotel | Cape Town - 5 Star |
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A member of “The Leading Hotels of the World”, this exclusive hotel offers deluxe accommodation and facilities in an unrivalled location at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean with Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles mountain range as its backdrop. Clifton, Hout Bay and Camps Bay are close-by.
Facilities: Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, Café, swimming pool, whirlpool and rock pool, traditional afternoon tea served daily, 16 seat cinema, Spa, fitness centre, conference facilities.
Guestrooms: 46 deluxe rooms and 24 luxurious suites, with DVD/CD, satellite TV and movies, 24-hour room service, coffee/tea maker and mini-bar.
Distance from airport: 40 mins
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TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL: Cape Town – 5 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement € 125 |
Prices from € 1,339 |
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Package prices include return economy flights from Ireland, 5 nights accommodation in a standard room and airport transfers. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | | |

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| d'Ouwe Werf | Stellenbosch - 4 Star |
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This boutique hotel is South Africa’s oldest existing inn and offers unique and luxurious accommodation in the historical core of Stellenbosch. This excellent location provides easy access to a choice of superb golf courses, guided historical walks, food and wine tours and other wineland excursions.
Facilities: Restaurant, swimming pool, sundeck and patio.
Guestrooms: 31 air-conditioned ensuite bedrooms, individually styled with antique furniture and featuring tea/coffee-maker, fridge and fully appointed bathrooms.
Distance from airport: 40 mins
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d’OUWE WERF : Stellenbosch – 4 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement € 59 |
Prices from €59 |
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Price includes 1 night accommodation in a standard room only. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | | |

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| The Village at Spier Hotel & Wine Estate | Stellenbosch - 4 Star |
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Designed village style, this complex is situated just outside the historic town of Stellenbosch and offers unique accommodation and a range of excellent facilities. Part of the village houses a cheetah rehabilitation centre and bird of prey conservation centre.
Facilities: 3 restaurants, deli, bar, wine tasting, amphitheatre for shows during the summer, Spa, golf course, various sporting activities and excursions.
Guestrooms: 155 luxury rooms clustered around 6 private courtyards, each with its own swimming pool and connected by gardens and walkways.
Distance from airport: 45 mins
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THE VILLAGE AT SPIER HOTEL & WINE ESTATE: Stellenbosch – 4 Star B&B • Extra nt/Single supplement € 69 |
Prices from € 69 |
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Price includes 1 night accommodation in a standard room only. Prices are per person sharing and are based on selected dates. For a full tailor-made package & details of room and flight upgrades call 01-2410888. | | |

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