With a residential feel, the reimagined interiors of One&Only Cape Town’s signature suites have been boldly designed with sustainability and conservation in mind.

Located atop One&Only Cape Town’s famous Marina Rise, the newly refurbished Table Mountain and Presidential Signature Suites embody luxury living in the heart of the city.

The urban resort is building on its sustainability efforts to work alongside these newly designed spaces and overarching the reimagined resort. In 2023, as part of One&Only Cape Town’s projects for the year, the resort will embark on new conservation partnerships with Two Oceans Aquarium and Endangered Wildlife Trust. The resort has pledged a portion of the nightly revenue throughout 2023 to the organisations, with Table Mountain Suite’s contribution to the Endangered Wildlife Trust and Presidential Suite’s contribution to the Two Oceans Aquarium being to the Rand value of $300 USD and $350 USD per stay respectively.

The Table Mountain Suite

With breathtaking views of Cape Town’s famous landmark, the Table Mountain Suite puts nature and the mountain at the forefront of its luxurious design. Nuances of natural tones are dotted through out the suite, from the open-plan lounge and entertainment area to the free-flowing dining and bar areas. The modern, earthy-palette is echoed in the design of the kitchen which has a discreet butler’s entrance and scullery. The master bedroom is filled with natural light and elegance throughout.

A seemingly inconsequential design element of the Table Mountain Suite’s lounge area is a table held by a replica of Table Mountain’s Ghost Frog. On the mountain itself, this 6cm frog is an essential focus of the Threatened Amphibian Programme, created and run by the Endangered Wildlife Trust. The EWT is the only South African NGO focusing full-time on frog conservation, locked in a battle to protect a range of amphibians from habitat loss, pollution, contamination, and climate change.

The Presidential Suite

A few doors down and adorned with every conceivable luxury, the Presidential Suite features two bedrooms with gorgeous views of Table Mountain. The aesthetic and symbolic meaning of The Great African Sea Forest can be seen throughout the suite, with cool, blue tones complementing the original works of art and photography from South Africa’s most prominent artists. The striking floor-to-ceiling central fireplace, with Blue River Onyx stone and a contrasting polished and leathered finish, bring the open-plan lounge and dining area together.

With this signature suite swimming in a design inspired by Cape Town’s oceans, the partnership between One&Only Cape Town and Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation and their Turtle Conservation Centre couldn’t be more exciting. Created in 2009, this organisation has rescued, rehabilitated and released over 800 turtles – pivotal efforts here on South African shores. One of the biggest threats to these creatures is plastic, with over 71% of turtle hatchlings rescued found to have consumed it. And with One&Only Cape Town being plastic-free, this could not be a more noteworthy partnership.

For more information or to make a reservations, visit oneandonlyresorts.com/cape-town.

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Let the joy of the festive season envelop you at One&Only Cape Town, as you come together for unrivalled celebrations in spectacular settings.

From the minute you arrive, feel your cares melt away, as you enjoy a complete sense of freedom with family and friends. Watch the joy in little faces light up as Father Christmas makes an appearance, and the Resort transforms into a glittering wonderland.

Embrace the seasonal spirit with festive afternoon teas and indulgent culinary experiences, imbued with the flavours of tradition. As night falls, gather for delicious canapés, as the nostalgic notes of Christmas carols fill the air. Create memories to last a lifetime with those you cherish most, as you enjoy glamorous soirées, festive cocktails, and bountiful tables framed by the backdrop of iconic Table Mountain.

Share the joy of the holiday season with your family, as you discover an array of exceptional experiences for all ages. Little ones will delight in festive cooking classes and craft workshops, while you reconnect over wine tastings, spa sessions and poolside celebrations. Welcome 2022 surrounded by those you love, under a blanket of stars and shimmering Christmas lights. Feel the enchantment of the holiday spirit the One&Only way. Your festive escape awaits. 

For guests wishing to stay with at the One&Only over this magical period, there is an exclusive local offer called One Escape. One Escape, only available for residents of South Africa and SADC countries, includes special rates, complimentary breakfast, and 25% off food and beverages during your stay.

Alternatively, visit the Resort for one of several signature festive experiences, detailed below.

Christmas Festivities

Frosted Afternoon Tea

December 16 – 30, 2021 | 2pm-5pm

Vista Bar & Lounge | R425 per adult &

R495 per adult on December 25, 2021

Treat yourself to the ultimate festive indulgence with an afternoon of conversation and limitless spoils. The resort’s bespoke Afternoon Tea includes an array of festive-themed sweet and savoury bites and a wide selection of fragrant loose-leaf teas.

The Ultimate Christmas Lunch

December 25, 2021 | 12.30pm – 3pm

Ochre | 3-course set menu served family-style

R1900 per person*

Surrounded by loved ones, watch as your table is adorned with an indulgent feast of festive favourites. With live music, special appearances from Father Christmas and entertainment for children; this is a celebration for the whole family.

Christmas Dinner

December 25, 2021 | 6pm – 10pm

Ochre | 3-course set menu served family-style

R1150 per person*

As evening falls on a sunny day in Cape Town, enjoy a decadent three-course menu by the glow of a Christmas tree. Sample a masterfully crafted banquet served family style that fuses festive traditions.

*Prices do not include beverages

New Year’s Eve Celebrations

A Nobu New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2021 | 6pm

Nobu | A La Carte*

*Minimum spend of R4900 per person

Immerse yourself in the age-old glamour of the season, beckoning the New Year with fine cuisine and sensational entertainment at Nobu. Delight in a spectacular a la carte menu of Nikkei cuisine – fusing Japanese and Peruvian flavours and techniques. Complete with live DJ, dancefloor, Champagne and oysters; this is a sensational celebration that paves the way for a joy-filled 2022.

New Year’s Eve All Night Tapas Dinner

December 31, 2021 | 6pm

Vista Bar & Lounge | R5000 per person**

Call in the new year with elegance and style, with an evening of delicious seafood and immersive entertainment at Vista Bar & Lounge. With a live DJ, dancefloor, photobooth, Champagne, oysters and a final countdown to 2022; sashay into the new year the best way we know how.

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner

December 31, 2021 | 6pm

Ochre | R3250 per person**

Step into the new year with elegance and style at Ochre, with an indulgent five-course menu and a final countdown to 2022.

**Prices do not include beverages.

For more information, visit www.oneandonlyresorts.com and for bookings, email reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com

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Situated at the centre of Cape Town’s fashionable Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, overlooking the marina and with panoramic views across to Table Mountain, One&Only Cape Town is a tranquil enclave on the doorstep of the Mother  City. One&Only Cape Town offers benchmark-setting wellness on the exclusive Spa Island, famed cuisine from several restaurants including culinary icon, Nobu, and a range of curated experiences to celebrate the best of the destination. Whether a city break, an adventure, a romantic getaway, or a family vacation, One&Only Cape Town has an abundance to offer throughout the year and serves as a gateway to the myriad of experiences available in the greater Cape Town region.

For families looking for the ultimate getaway over the school holidays, there is even more fun to be had at KidsOnly, with a full program of Easter-themed games, activities and arts and crafts. KidsOnly, which is open daily and is complimentary to all resort guests, ensures that children remain safe and entertained for hours while parents are free to experience the wide range of resort experiences on offer, from wine tasting with the resort’s Head Sommelier to yoga atop Table Mountain or a sushi-making masterclass with Nobu’s skilled Sushi Chefs.

Rest and relaxation is guaranteed, with warm, sunny days spent lazing by the resort’s expansive infinity pool or visiting One&Only Spa for an award-winning menu of deeply invigorating treatments and Spa Journeys, followed by downtime in the Spa’s thermal facilities, Relaxation Room and Spa Garden while soaking in the serene views and sounds of the Marina.

With the largest guest rooms in the city, One&Only Cape Town takes “in-room living” to the next level, allowing each blissful moment spent in the seclusion of your room or suite to be curated to your preferences. From a bountiful breakfast beside the waterways to a romantic Private Dining experience at dusk. Families can also choose to have a fun-filled movie night in their lounge complete with popcorn and board games.

All this and more, now more accessible than ever with the wonderful South African resident offer, One Escape. Locals enjoy reduced rates as well as 25% off food and beverages and complimentary breakfast. What’s more? Children under 12 stay and eat for free.

For more details visit: oneandonlyresorts.com

For bookings contact reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com or call +27 21 431 5888

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Acclaimed South African artist Dr Esther Mahlangu recently unveiled her new collaboration with Rolls-Royce at the opening of her solo exhibition, Disrupting Patterns, at One&Only Cape Town’s Melrose Gallery.

Spanning more than 30 years, Dr Mahlangu’s distinguished career has seen her celebrate Ndebele design, applying her work to everything from helmets, skateboard decks, walls and canvases to planes, motorbikes and cars. And now, her latest collaboration sees her work feature on a one-off Rolls-Royce Phantom.

At 84 years of age, Dr Mahlangu is the first South African to be commissioned to paint an artwork for a Rolls-Royce Phantom. Each Phantom is designed with a “gallery” – a glass box inserted into the dashboard – that allows owners to personalise their vehicles.

Her latest exhibition, Disrupting Patterns, showcases a strong selection of paintings that further explore her signature bold, geometric patterns.

Disrupting Patterns is open to the public until 31 March 2020 at One&Only Cape Town’s Melrose Gallery. For more information, visit themelrosegallery.com.

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