One&Only Cape Town at the V&A Waterfront is one of the leading luxury hotels in Cape Town, positioned perfectly for the stunning scenery of Table Mountain and the surrounding harbour. Guests can look forward to world-class food, drink and wellness encounters, exceptional service, and elegant design. Whether booking a stay, visiting one of the multiple restaurants, or relaxing in the spa, here’s everything you need to know.
Winter at the One&Only
With the cold of autumn and winter officially here, the One&Only is hosting cold-weather experiences to accommodate guests who need a break from the elements. All bookings can be made on the One&Only website.
Christmas in July at Vista Bar & Lounge
Each year in winter, the resort adds a festive twist to its celebrated afternoon tea experience for one weekend only. Hosted at the Vista Bar & Lounge in the heart of the luxury resort, guests can indulge in the finely-crafted menu at their own pace.
The savoury spread appeals to a wide range of taste buds and flavour profiles. Highlights include festive Christmas puffs, goat’s cheese quiches, pretzel fingers with salmon, a tomato focaccia with turkey and gruyere, and cranberry-and-feta-filled green pinwheels, among many others. On the sweet side, guests can indulge in a make-your-own live croffle station with decadent dipping sauces, sliced banana, toasted nuts, and whipped vanilla chantilly cream.
The fire pit is exclusively for those wanting to make homemade s’mores, with everything from green marshmallows and chocolate soil to crumbled fudge and jelly babies, ensuring everyone with a sweet tooth is properly catered for. Finally, the cakes include Forest moss cakes and pistachio cheesecake; there are tons of festive treats like Christmas macarons and candy canes, and even brie and camembert wheels from a special tower. See the full menu here.
Cost: R650 per person. Book via email [email protected] or call 021 431 5888
When: Saturday & Sunday, 25 & 26 July | From 2pm – 5pm
Where: Vista Bar and Lounge, One&Only Cape Town, Dock Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
Whispers of Winter
As mornings become slower, days become shorter and evenings draw longer, One&Only is offering two distinct packages featuring fine dining and relaxing treatments.
Solair starts the morning with a sunlit breakfast at ROOI, the hotel’s sophisticated dining space, easing into the day before enjoying a calming spa ritual. Lunar is the evening offering, beginning with the spa treatment, and ending with a candlelit, three-course dinner at ROOI.
Both experiences’ spa trips are completely customisable, with 90-minute massages tailored to each guest’s needs. Whether it’s an energising start to the morning or a tranquil, post-work cooldown before settling in to dinner, the One&Only’s professional masseuses are ready.
Cost: R2600 per person (Solair) | R3200 per person (Lunar). Book using the website.
When: Daily, available until 31 August 2026 | 8am – 8pm
Staying at the One&Only
One&Only Cape Town offers multiple luxury accommodation options. At the heart of the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and framed by the majesty of Table Mountain, the hotel offers an urban escape surrounded by private waterways. The rooms and suites are some of the largest in Cape Town and offer a unique experience of the city.
Room options at the One&Only include:
Rooms: take in the harbour views with the Marina Harbour room, or absorb the sights of Table Mountain in the Marina Table Mountain room. Upgrade your experience with the Premier Marina Table Mountain Room, or relax on the private island with Island Superior King / Double Queen Room.
Suites: The One&Only offers one- and two-bedroom suites, available with either a Table Mountain view or a location on one of two private islands. For a more luxurious experience, guests can stay in the Table Mountain Suite, which features a large master bedroom, a dining room, living spaces, and a soaking hot tub overlooking Table Mountain. One of the premier residence available is the Presidential Suite, which offers sweeping terraces, elaborate living spaces, two extravagant bedrooms and a dedicated personal butler. Finally, the Lion’s Head Penthouse offers the ultimate luxurious accommodation experience. Featuring four en-suite bedrooms, indoor and outdoor living areas, exquisite décor, and exceptional South African art, the experience is unparalleled in Cape Town.
Offers and Packages at One&Only Cape Town
One&Only Cape Town offers a variety of packages, making your experience at the resort even more luxurious. More information can be found on the website.
Wellness Escape: Revitalise your mind, body, and soul with a personalised wellness escape at One&Only Cape Town. This retreat combines energising treatments, guided private yoga on Table Mountain, and luxurious accommodation for the ultimate reset. The three-night stay includes a romantic dinner at ROOI, an ESPA Bath Ceremony, a full spa day, in-room dining with a private butler, and sunrise yoga on the mountain, beach, or onsite. Guests also receive ESPA amenities and skincare in their suite.
Cape To Coast: This seamless, week-long escape includes a three-night stay at One&Only’s Le Saint Géran luxury resort in Mauritius, and four nights at the One&Only Cape Town. The service doesn’t stop with accommodation, as all guests are treated to private airport transfers in both destinations, daily breakfast for two, a curated Mauritian rum tasting experience, a refined Sip & Savour experience in Cape Town, and 10% discount on certain treatments at Le Saint Géran.
Stay & Dine: Turn your stay into a culinary journey with the Stay & Dine package. Guests enjoy half board with daily breakfast and dinner for two at the signature restaurant, ROOI. This two-night minimum stay also includes a dinner experience with ROOI’s Prime Menu selection.
One Escape: Exclusively for South African residents, the One Escape offer includes daily breakfast and full access to the resort’s world-class facilities. Guests can unwind at the One&Only Spa, keep active at the Fitness Centre, or enjoy family time at the Kids Club — all while staying in luxurious surroundings.
Your Urban Retreat: Feel invigorated with an urban retreat designed for relaxation and discovery. Over one or two nights, guests can indulge in curated adventures, inspiring flavours, and serene suites. A two-night booking unlocks even more: choose from experiences such as wine tasting or cooking classes. The package also includes daily breakfast, full spa and fitness access, KidsOnly Club use, and unlimited WiFi. Offer valid for South African residents only.
Nights on Us: Stay longer and make the most of Cape Town with the Nights on Us offer. Guests booking four nights will only pay for three, while an eight-night stay means only six are charged. The package also includes daily breakfast for two, making it easy to relax, reconnect, and enjoy more time at One&Only Cape Town.
Dining at One&Only: Nobu
Nobu offers a glamorous dining experience for visitors to the One&Only. Headed by global Michelin-starred chef Nobu Matsuhisa, the only Nobu location in Southern Africa offers an unforgettable journey of gourmet excellence and masterful Japanese-Peruvian cuisine.
With its stylish, intimate atmosphere, Nobu offers a dining experience filled with both passion and precision. The chefs’ expertise and energy shine through in each dish, with the menus capturing that same vibrant spirit that has made Nobu one of Cape Town’s most established destinations for those seeking refined, world-class cuisine.
If you are dining at Nobu for the first time, the chef recommends trying 3 or more of the menu’s “Eight Highlights.” The best way to enjoy this experience is to start with 2 or 3 cold dishes; then move on to 2 or 3 hot ones. Finally, end with some sushi and dessert. All of these are shared family style.
Nobu has a smart, elegant dress code. Book a table and check availability here.
When: Monday – Sunday | 6pm to 11pm (all week) | 12.30pm – 3pm (Fri – Sun)
Dining at One&Only: ROOI Grillroom’s Winter Flames
ROOI captures the spirit of a classic South African grillroom – the kind that inspires loyalty and quiet reverence. Here, everything meets the flame. It’s not just cooking, but transformation: fire draws out depth, smoke, and texture, giving each dish a bold, distinctly local identity.
To celebrate the cold-weather season in Cape Town, ROOI is serving up an exclusive experience that continues its tradition of using local ingredients and sustainably sourced seafood. The four-course event starts with a creamy cauliflower soup garnished with toasted granola and parmesan, before moving on to a creative rooikrans-charred butternut barley with pickled butternut and smoked duck breast.
For the main course, guests can choose among three options, catering to meat-lovers, vegans, and pescatarians. The big attraction is a prime rump steak, cooked on a premium Josper grill, and served with a side of samp and beans casserole, fire-roasted carrots, and crispy bone marrow. Seafood lovers can try the fennel-spiced grilled kingklip, which comes with fennel root, a creamy beurre noisette velouté sauce, and classic ROOI-style pap and chakalaka. Guests wanting to steer clear of meat get a gourmet charred cabbage dish featuring white bean purée, toasted cashews, harissa dressing, and roasted grape salsa.
Finally, dessert is a sticky date, pecan, and walnut crumble with vanilla bean ice cream and chilli toffee sauce, finishing the night off on a warm, nutty note – a suitable ending for a winter dinner experience.
Cost: R695 per person. Book now by contacting [email protected] or 021 431 5888.
When: Offer available until 31 August 2026.
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Dining at One&Only: ISOLA
ISOLA poolside restaurant at the One&Only offers guests an elevated poolside dining experience that blends Mediterranean and Capetonian flavours. Guests can embrace laid-back island escapism in a shaded cabana or bask in the sun on a lounger by the water’s edge at the reimagined pool area. Located on one of the hotel’s two private islands, the surrounding waterway adds to the casual elegance of poolside dining.
The dress code at ISOLA is “resort casual”. Reservations can be made on the website.
When: Monday – Sunday | 11am – 7pm | 8am – 5pm (pool service only)
Dining at One&Only: Vista Bar & Lounge
Vista Bar & Lounge, situated at the heart of the One&Only hotel, offers light dining, elegant afternoon teas and cocktails infused with the essence of Cape Town. In collaboration with The Kitchen’s Karen Dudley, the team have created a bespoke menu that will simultaneously delight and enchant all who try it, leaving every guest wanting more.
Vista Bar & Lounge also offers an elevated afternoon tea experience, served on bespoke tiered stands and accompanied by signature tea blends. Expertly crafted and made for the perfect afternoon treat, refined savouries, buttermilk scones and sweet treats abound in this experience.
Vista Bar & Lounge has a smart casual dress code. Check availability and book a table here.
When: Monday – Sunday | 7am – 11pm | 2pm – 5pm (Afternoon Tea)
Relax at the One&Only Spa
In a beautiful blend of art and design, One&Only Cape Town’s spa has been relaunched with a celestial theme, offering unparalleled experiences of sanctuary and serenity. Drawing on the timeless beauty of the southern skies and the travel-inspired nature of the Southern Cross constellation, which is visible year-round in Cape Town, the spa creates an environment of relaxation and restoration.
Every detail of One&Only Cape Town’s spa experience has been beautifully designed by interior extraordinaries Muza Lab, the visionaries behind One&Only Cape Town’s refurbishment and latest dining destination, ROOI. In the spa design, Muza Lab has seamlessly blended artistry with character to create a synchronous environment for rediscovery.
The beautiful rope installation at the spa entrance, created by renowned design duo John-Henry and Mimi Roberts of Kent and Lane, enhances the spa’s décor. The soft-tasselled features and blue-and-white hues throughout each room create an essence of tranquillity, while the copper light installations and star-strewn pool ceiling enhance the feeling of being in space.
When: Monday – Sunday | 8am – 8pm
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Find out more about the One&Only
Those interested in staying at the One&Only can look into room and suite availability on the website.
Email: [email protected]
General enquiries: +27 21 431 5888
Room reservations: +27 21 431 5800
Address: Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Facebook: @OneAndOnlyCapeTown
Instagram: @oocapetown
