Taj Hotel 1 Wale Street, Cape Town CBD, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa
#12 of 206 hotels in Cape Town
Guests' ChoiceBased on 96 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 April 2024
Avishkar
South AfricaNothing!
Everything! This was one of the most fabulous stays I have ever booked on Booking.com. The host Nadia was amazing. She had everything arranged for me even though I came in on a late flight and was only checking in at around midnight. The Valet took my car to the parking for me so I could go straight to check in. The room is absolutely fantastic. It is really huge with high ceilings and opulalently carpeted and furnished. I had meetings the next day but switched them to online meetings just so I could stay in and enjoy the room more. There is 24 hours room service with a delicious and comprehensive menu. I couldn't fault my stay from the staff to the cleanliness, the linen the beds, everything was just perfect. I will definitely be staying there again on my next trip to Cape Town. I suggest you do the same.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Zeyn
South AfricaNothing all superb 😀
Everything from the location,breakfast,service was par excellence.A big thank you to Nadia for helping my stay so amazing…you are a major asset to the Taj!The staff all round were superb!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Gary
AustraliaNothing
Our room was large and comfortable, the addition of a washing machine was great when you are travelling.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Priyal
South AfricaThe staff at the property where really attentive and helped with valet services of vehicles
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Harold
GermanyFriendly people,.relaxed atmosphere
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Christos
South AfricaEverything was luxurious and perfectly attended to. Breakfasts were excellent and the dinner restaurant was a great experience. The room had everything we needed and more.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Kin
Hong Kongdid not have breakfast at hotel. Don't feel save when walk around as there are disturbance by the locals.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Jane
United KingdomExcellent service , fabulous room very comfortable
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Mngomezulu
South AfricaEverything, from friendly staff to facilities 🥰
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 24 December 2023
Richard
South AfricaFantastic host. Fantastic room.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Travis
South AfricaThe wording of the advertisement for the room implied that there was a sauna in the room, which is not the case. Nonetheless, we had complimentary access to the spa so absolutely no complaints.
Attention to detail was impeccable. Staff were all kind, friendly, and helpful. The room was very comfortable. We were very impressed at the extra mile all of the staff went through to make our wedding anniversary memorable.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Mark
AustraliaVery big room in classy hotel which had excellent room service. Had an extra bed for my daughter.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 31 October 2023
Kanjinga
United KingdomThe bed needs an upgrade but it is ok
Amazing location as we rented a car, everything was near the hotel, the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Thasaiah
South AfricaPrice
Quality
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Edward
United KingdomI cannot fault this property
The hotel was absolutely stunning. The exterior was only eclipsed by the interior decoration. The staff were welcoming and couldn’t do enough to ensure that your stay, like the property, was first class. I cannot recommend this property highly enough
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Trevor
United KingdomNothing to dislike
Everything. The staff were excellent, very friendly, and attentive. Breakfast was very good and varied. Good location within the city.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Wilson
Sri LankaEverything was perfect
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 17 June 2023
Admtz
United StatesEverything was perfect!
This is one of the best stays I have ever had. The hotel, Apartment and Staff were all top of tier. This was just like in the commercial where the Dad walks opens the door and walks into the room/apartment and throws up his arms in pure joy!! But it didn't stop there with the excellence of the staff.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 June 2023
Madeleine
South AfricaThey got my order wrong for breakfast room service - very disappointing
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
Melanie
South AfricaThe room (aparthotel) was amazing. The food was great and the staff very friendly.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 20 May 2023
Konstantinos
Greeceexcellent service ! don’t miss the spa!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Dhiren
South Africanothing
cleanliness, polite and courteous staff
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Makaula
South AfricaI wasn't told that breakfast ordered (including selected and picked by me) would be brought up to my room at an extra charge. I was very disappointed to not have had this kind of communication and then being surprised by breakfast arriving 20 minutes later than when I'd picked up the food downstairs myself and then being asked to pay for it. If I hadn't been so drained I would have fought this and spoken to the wonderful Manager, Nadia. This almost ruined my stay but the stay was overall so good that I've chosen to overlook this.
Potentially the best service I've encountered at a hotel in Cape Town. Really impressed by the quality of the staff and the always friendly and efficient service. The room was spectacular and I enjoyed having a lovely balcony to get some fresh air.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 11 March 2023
Michaela__
United KingdomWe had a suite which was massive and spotlessly clean. It had a full kitchen and washing machine which we did not use, but may be helpful for others to know. The hotel interiors are impeccable and all staff were incredibly helpful. The location of the hotel in close proximity to parliament means it does not suffer from load shedding like the rest of Cape Town, however we did find there was a need to use Uber. This is related to personal safety in South Africa and is not specific to The Taj. We stayed a number of nights down in the Waterfront at another top rated hotel and when we return to Cape Town we will stay at The Taj the entire time. It simply does not compare!
Stayed in March 2023
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