Landmark opening adds to the world of fascination within first and largest hotel brand
InterContinental, the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, is continuing its legacy of pioneering new destinations with the opening of InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town. The landmark property – first inaugurated in May 1997 by former South African president Nelson Mandela – returns reimagined for today’s modern luxury traveller following a multimillion-dollar redevelopment of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town occupies the former Table Bay Hotel, long admired as one of Cape Town’s most luxurious places to stay. This legacy continues to this day with the property now part of IHG’s leading luxury and lifestyle portfolio, one of the world’s largest. Embraced within the Southern Hemisphere’s oldest working harbour, the 306-room hotel stands between a majestic Table Mountain backdrop and Atlantic Ocean.
Joanne Selby, General Manager, InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town, said: “This marks a significant new chapter for an iconic address. Cape Town’s true character has always been found beyond its scenery; it is a city defined by resilience and a unique ability to feel intimate within its own grandeur. Here, a complex past coexists with a forward-looking energy, found everywhere from the hum of creative studios to markets alive with colour and spice.
“As we unveil a refreshed aesthetic and the elevated luxury of the InterContinental brand, our heart remains unchanged. Our dedicated team – the familiar faces our guests know and trust – is ready to deliver a renewed level of hospitality, connecting you more deeply than ever to the vibrant soul of Cape Town.”
For the modern luxury traveller
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town is a testament to the global evolution of InterContinental, which is reimagining the luxury travel experience for today’s modern luxury traveller. Its aim is to strike a harmonious balance between freedom and familiarity.
The hotel’s interiors – spearheaded by LW Design Group’s lead designer, Gina Munro – frame the magnificent views of Table Mountain. The intention was to ensure every experience, from arrival to departure, is filled with moments of surprise and awe, whilst honouring the hotel’s rich heritage. In a remarkable continuation of craftsmanship, the very same specialists responsible for installing the original marble flooring in 1997 returned to reimagine the foyer flooring once again. Original hardwood floors were also carefully preserved, seeing today’s guests follow in the footsteps of guests’ past.
Today, contemporary refined lines, soft natural tones and the genuine warmth of South African hospitality emulate from the hotel’s 306 guest rooms, including 40 suites as well as public areas. Each space is designed to respond to the shapeshifting needs of today’s traveller – a guest who may combine leisure time, work commitments and a desire to connect with culture as the explore the world.
Guests will also have complimentary access to the latest circadian science through the brand’s global partnership with Timeshifter – a NASA utilised app which provides guests with a personalised jet lag mitigation plan to reduce the physical and mental impacts of time zone changes. This means guests can arrive ready to experience all that Cape Town has to offer.
Insider Access: Connected with Cape Town culture
Opening doors to a ‘world of fascination’, InterContinental is dedicated to those who value travel and the sense of connection it creates, the wonder of fascinating places and fresh perspectives. The evolution of InterContinental is driven by the brand’s long held belief in the power of travel to expand the mind and connect cultures.
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town contributes to the V&A Waterfront’s 123-hectare vibrant neighbourhood which welcomes millions of people from all over the continent and world each year. The city’s beaches, Robben Island ferries to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Table Mountain excursions, are all within easy reach.
InterContinental colleagues serve as cultural connectors, helping guests embrace and explore cities and local neighbourhoods in over 70 countries where its hotels and resorts reside. Bringing to life the Insider Expertise of InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town is the Concierge, poised to connect guests with the true spirit of Cape Town, from exclusive winelands escapes and ocean adventures to hidden local neighbourhood gems.
A seat at the table
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town is home to four distinct venues, each inviting guests on a unique culinary journey:
- Le Bistrot de JAN: A celebration of timeless French-inspired bistro favourites, infused with the unique influences of the Cape by Michelin-starred chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen.
- Flint & Fennel: The all-day dining venue, serving a thoughtful array of comforting, flavourful dishes, alongside a delightful afternoon tea experience.
- The Botanist’s Table: A vibrant lobby lounge specializing in sophisticated infusions, artisanal gins, and a curated selection of local wines.
- Solandra: Promising radiance by day and spirit by night, this elevated pool deck bathed in Cape sunshine transitions effortlessly into a magical Cape evening setting, serving craft cocktails and wood-fired sourdough pizzas.
Wellness and The Art of Serenity
Inspired by the Cape’s natural beauty, Spa InterContinental Cape Town offers an intentional approach to wellbeing, where expert therapists guide each personalized treatment with intuitive care and precision. Drawing from global wellness traditions and enriched by the Cape’s indigenous botanicals, every ritual is designed to restore balance, awaken energy and deepen calm. In partnership with locally rooted and internationally acclaimed brands, the spa presents a curated collection of treatments that elevate the senses and nurture body, mind and soul.
The spa features exclusive facilities, including an authentic Turkish Hammam and lavish treatment rooms where guests are enveloped in sumptuous luxury linens. Thoughtfully curated treatments blend traditional and contemporary techniques with locally sourced botanicals to promote relaxation and renewed energy. For those seeking a more active path, the state-of-the-art fitness centre overlooks the iconic harbour and Table Mountain.
Incredible Occasions: A backdrop to life’s milestones
From whispered private milestones to grand, storied celebrations, InterContinental has long served as the backdrop for life’s most cherished moments. Incredible Occasions leverages the expert artistry of the InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town event team to curate moments of wonder, brought to life through intuitive service and seamless execution.
For moments requiring absolute discretion and romance, the hotel’s private spaces offer an unparalleled sanctuary. These settings provide a memorable backdrop for proposals or intimate birthday dinners curated by an esteemed executive chef. For boutique gatherings and bespoke dinner parties, three elegant salons provide a refined atmosphere for groups of up to 50, while larger celebrations of up to 200 guests find a home within the expansive, light-filled ballroom. From the initial toast to the final farewell, every milestone is transformed into an immersive experience, ensuring that every anniversary, birthday, and celebration is as iconic as the harbour-side location itself.
The world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town joins a global portfolio of over 235 InterContinental hotels found in over 70 countries in every corner of the globe. This opening represents a cornerstone of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ accelerated expansion across the African continent, where the group currently maintains a robust presence of 38 open hotels and over 9,200 rooms.
By integrating this iconic Cape Town address into such a vast network, the hotel offers guests seamless access to the IHG One Rewards ecosystem – one of the world’s largest loyalty programs – connecting the vibrant soul of South Africa to a global community of travellers. From established hubs like Cairo, Luanda, and Johannesburg to upcoming destinations in Morocco, the brand’s footprint continues to define the future of luxury hospitality across the continent.
Booking Information
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town is located on Quay 6 Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa. For bookings and further details please contact:
W intercontinental.com/tblbaycapetown
M +27 21 406 5000
I www.instagram.com/ictablebay
About InterContinental
InterContinental is the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand with over 230 hotels, representing 75,896 rooms spanning more than 70 countries around the world. Founded by Pan American Airways Founder, Juan Trippe in 1946, InterContinental is guided by the belief in the power of travel to expand the mind and connect cultures.
Opening doors to a ‘world of fascination’, InterContinental is reimagining the luxury travel experience with the modern luxury traveller at its heart. Striking a harmonious balance between freedom and familiarity, InterContinental focuses on satisfying a guests’ yearning for knowledge and culturally rich experiences, building on its heritage as a beacon of approachable luxury travel.
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About IHG Hotels & Resorts
IHG Hotels & Resorts (tickers: LON:IHG for Ordinary Shares; NYSE:IHG for ADRs) is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.
With a family of 20 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the world’s largest hotel loyalty programmes with over 145 million members, IHG has more than one million rooms and 6,800 open hotels in over 100 countries, and a development pipeline of over 2,300 properties.
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