Stay Like A Local With Canopy by Hilton Cape Town

Dedicated to tourists wanting an authentic Mother City experience, the Canopy by Hilton Cape Town’s Stay Like A Local campaign gives newcomers suggestions and recommendations on where to spend time in the city. By supporting local businesses, trying out hidden gems, and looking beyond the obvious, the series shows viewers the most interesting places to check out in the trendy Longkloof precinct.

More About The Series

Canopy by Hilton Cape Town is located in one of Cape Town’s biggest cultural hubs, just off Kloof Street. The hotel features over 150 rooms, swapping the usual monochrome flatlet for ones with vibrant artworks and big windows for natural light, reflecting the city’s creative energy. The furniture and design throughout the hotel proudly support local makers and culture, with Cape Town’s talented artisans working on many of the sculptures, installations, and prints found in each room.

“Stay Like A Local” is a series of accessible videos that give guests a curated selection of experiences and activities to try out while staying in the hotel, highlighting underrated spots that need more attention. The first episode highlights gems in the hotel’s immediate vicinity, including the welcoming coffee shop Pauline’s, the fully upcycled sunglasses on sale at Ballo, and Sindiso Khumalo’s unique and colourful clothing.

The second episode looks at Kloof Street, focusing on activities and places that are best experienced in the daytime. While many focus on the iconic street’s nightlife spots, “Stay Like A Local” highlights the mind-bending experiences available at the Museum of Illusions and Judd’s Local’s refined dining and wine tasting. Finally, the most recent video looks at Kloof Street after 5pm, including concept store and aperitif bar AKJP Studio, jazzy dining at Kloof Street House, and late-night burgers at Egghead Diner.

With more episodes to come, “Stay Like A Local” is a useful guide for tourists and Mother City residents to try new experiences, with a special focus on where to go for guests of Canopy by Hilton Cape Town. The campaign forms part of Canopy by Hilton’s neighbourhood-first philosophy, which emphasises the importance of local culture, activities, and spaces.

Where To Watch

Whether visiting the area for a weekend escape, a business conference, or just looking for something new while in Cape Town, “Stay Like A Local” serves as a gateway to many of the parts of Cape Town that too often get overlooked.

All previous and upcoming episodes can be viewed on the hotel’s Instagram. Book a stay using the website.