Created exclusively for the ultra-luxury market, One&Only is a brand well known to the residents of the UAE. Set in some of the most beautiful locales in the world, each of their resort offers guests a distinctive style and personality borne of its local culture. Nestled within a natural amphitheatre, One&Only Cape Town is located in the heart of the city, at the fashionable Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, close to the city’s prime shopping destination, overlooking the marina and with panoramic views of Table Mountain.
Consistently voted as one of the best travel destinations in the world, including the 2018 Travel+Leisure World’s Best Award for ‘#1 Best City in Africa and the Middle East,’ Cape Town has something to offer for every kind of traveller, whether on a city break, an adventure, a romantic getaway or a family vacation.
This summer, those desiring to escape from the rising summer temperatures can escape to the South African winter where average temperatures remain 15 to 20 degrees cooler, making it the perfect time to discover the city.
All through summer and until the beginning of December, guests of the resort can take advantage of complimentary room nights offer. Starting from AED 2,477 per night, guests staying for four nights will receive the fourth night complimentary, while those who stay for eight nights, will pay for only six and receive two complimentary nights. This offer extends to all room types, including the suites.
South Africa is home to a variety of cultures that influence every aspect of South African life, including its culinary offerings. At One&Only Cape Town, guests can take part in a culinary journey through the resort’s variety of Masterclasses. The pastry team led by Head Pastry Chef Kyle Hickman invites guests to a hands-on experience to learn about traditional Capetonian pastries. Home to the only Nobu in Africa, at the ultra-luxury resort Head Chef Harold Hurtada shows guests how to prepare Nobu’s signature dishes.
To celebrate Nelson Mandela’s centenary, Reuben’s, the restaurant by renowned South African Chef Reuben Riffel, offers guests a curated three-course meal of special significance to the former President of South Africa. One&Only Cape Town has recently introduced an extensive certified Halal Menu to cater to the needs of guests from the Middle East region.
The resort has curated a series of experiences, exclusive to guests of the resort. For those looking to explore the city, the resort offers cycling across the city on a 90-minute guided tour where guests can discover a shipwreck, lighthouse, public art installations, and possibly spot whales and dolphins. At a slower pace, guests can Stand-up-Paddle within the calm waterways surrounding the resort. The resort also offers a guided tour to the summit of Table Mountain, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, where guests can take part in a yoga session overlooking the city or enjoy a gourmet picnic basket prepared by the resort’s chefs.