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This spectacular group of 5 star hotels are located in one of the world's most beautiful cities. In Cape Town hotels are not just buildings offering a place to find accommodation for the night, but rather are distinct landmarks that thrive on the local surroundings and the buzz of the very cosmopolitan city. What makes these top Cape Town hotels so unique is that the city provides the most exquisite of settings for these hotels, so that the Mediterranean climate and the breathtaking views become one with the spacious rooms, allowing guests to really experience the beauty that is Cape Town.
Framed by the ever present table mountain, and edged by the lapping waves of the Atlantic Ocean, one never feels far from natural beauty in Cape Town. A thriving city, that is currently experiencing an economic boom, Cape Town has recently been named one of the top five beautiful cities and holiday destinations in a wealth of surveys, including the Times online top 10 cities to visit in 2009.
Cape Town is affectionately known as the "mother city" due to it being the first place where settlers arrived in South Africa in the 1600's. Today, it is the most popular of the cities in South Africa, and is the hometown to constituencies of most of the several different races in the country. With the interaction of these different cultures and languages, visiting the city provides the traveller with many a different experiences to explore, and many interesting people to meet.
As the main city on the Cape peninsula, it also acts as a gateway to various other places to explore. The Cape Wine lands are famous for their beauty, and not least for their extensive range of fine wines that it produces. Here wine tasting tours are a must for any visitor to Cape Town. As are days spent exploring the V&A waterfront, built on the docks, and the perfect place to shop or dine while permanently being alongside the glistening water and bustling vibe of the port. And don't forget the beaches. Especially those along Clifton Beach, a stretch of seaside that is always alive, and begging for travelers to spend hours relaxing in the warm weather, or sipping cocktails on a sun deck of the many restaurants and bars.
The top Cape Town hotels have found ways to become part of the atmosphere that the city exudes, which allows for the traveller to feel completely a part of this. Several of these hotels are located on the waterfront, with sweeping views of the ocean.
Hotels such as Table Bay hotel and The Commodore, boast spacious and calm rooms with private patios, large French windows or sun drenched decks, from which the guests can take advantage of the splendid scenery. Situated in the heart of the action, these hotels allow the guest to be absolutely pampered, while still being a part of the hustle and bustle on the streets. With trips organised to Robben Island, and first class shopping just minutes away, these hotels spoil the guest for choice with regards to how they should spend their time.
Other top Cape Town hotels can be found in the midst of the city bowl, framed by the magnificent mountain. These hotels are often set in lush and tranquil gardens, and are located a short walk from the cultural and historic city center. These city bowl hotels also benefit the guest in being closer to business portals, such as convention centers.
While all of the top hotels offer state of the art conferencing rooms and cinematic quality equipment, the hotels based in the City bowl perhaps suit the business traveller more so than the energetic waterfront ones do. The Mount Nelson is perhaps the most famous of all the hotels nestled at the foot of the mountain, and offers luxurious rooms with a choice of garden or mountain views.
All of the five star Cape Town hotels provide the best quality in guest pampering. With on site spas, gyms with personal trainers, and saunas, guests seeking a relaxing break from the buzz of the city can wind down in style. For the more active guest, these hotels provide facilities ranging from golf-practice nets to floodlit tennis courts.
And of course for the adrenaline seeking guest Cape Town offers a variety of water sports, hiking and biking around and up the mountain, and more daring activities such as paragliding. The top hotels of course, take all the hassle out of arranging these activities, allowing you to experience the best the city can offer you, without the added effort.
While the city life can be alluring, it can take it out of you, and this is when the luxurious rooms of these fine hotels are of highest benefit to the guests. Providing a haven of peace and tranquillity, the spacious, open plan rooms allow the guest to feel at home at the same time as feeling spoilt. Little extras like fluffy bathrobes and slippers enhance the experience, as do the indulgent toiletries provided for your delight.
Flat screen TV's, DVD players, and wireless broadband allow guests to access anything they need whilst away from home. And don’t forget the fully stocked mini bars, and complimentary teas and coffees, both international varieties, and local specialities like "rooibos".
The top Cape Town hotels leave their guests wanting for nothing. They successfully combine the fresh vibe of the city, with the breathtaking views, and the individual desires of each and every guest. From the water's edge to the majestic rise of the mountain, Cape Town is blessed with a wealth of extraordinary top-class hotels, just waiting for you to experience.
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