The Winchester 

Cape Town’s grande dame

Built in the 1920s, The Winchester is an iconic heritage landmark at the heart of Cape Town’s Sea Point suburb.

Set against the backdrop of Table Mountain, this Cape Dutch property has a commanding view over the Atlantic Ocean. Directly in front is a promenade where you can watch locals as they walk, run and cycle along the ocean frontage. A central feature of the hotel is its monochrome courtyard where the creeping bougainvillea adds a vibrant splash of colour.

Wake up to ocean views by upgrading to a suite with a balcony, before taking a stoll or grabbing a coffee along the Sea Point Promenade. The V&A Waterfront with its shops and restaurants is just a short drive away.

Why we love The Winchester

  • Stretching from Bantry Bay to Granger Bay, Sea Point’s promenade is home to coffee shops, vintage clothing shops and the popular MOJO market

  • This is a good value choice for repeat visitors to Cape Town

  • If you want that romantic feeling of waking up and sipping your morning coffee as you look out onto the ocean, opt for a Luxury Balcony Suites

  • At Shoreditch restaurant, the elderflower pavlova is a popular dessert choice

Cape Town
Overlooking the Atlantic Seaboard at Sea Point, The Winchester is perfectly positioned to explore the city and its beaches
The V&A Waterfront is a 10-minute drive and Cape Town International Airport is a 25-minute drive away

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Spas & wellness
  • Activities
  • Sustainability

Shoreditch Restaurant offers a contemporary menu, with many dishes, including the catch-of-the-day, flame-grilled over a traditional South African braai. Finish you day with a cocktail at Harvey’s. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, it’s a wonderful place to sit and always popular with locals.

There are three treatment rooms and an outdoor relaxation area at the spa where you can unwind with a massage, have a restorative body wrap or a deep cleansing facial.

Walk, jog or cycle along the promenade, catch an event at the Cape Town Stadium or take the short drive to the V&A Waterfront.

Over 80% of the hotel's waste is recycled and water use is managed following the installation of reducers on taps and showers. Solar panels, LED and motion-sensor lighting saves energy and local staff are employed and developed.

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