Swain-selected stayCape Town, South AfricaTaj Cape TownA distinctive base for a journey designed around you.Selected by our Destination ExpertsExploreThe storyGalleryExperiencesPlan your stayThe stayWhat to know about this stay.Taj Cape Town occupies a historic building that once housed the South African Reserve Bank, in the heart of the city center. Its 176 rooms across 11 room types include Bombay Brasserie, blending classic and contemporary Indian cuisine, and The Mint Restaurant for all-day dining.Its central location puts most of Cape Town's CBD landmarks within walking distance. Bombay Brasserie's Indian menu is a distinctive alternative to the mostly Cape-focused dining nearby, worth a night on its own, and the hotel's central position makes it a practical base for exploring the city on foot before heading to the Waterfront or into the Winelands. A closer lookTaj Cape Town, in detail.View all 12 photosBeyond the stayExperiences nearbyBombay Brasserie's Indian menu is a genuinely distinctive alternative to the Cape-focused dining that dominates the rest of the city, worth a night on its own even for guests staying elsewhere. The hotel occupies a historic building that once housed the South African Reserve Bank, its heritage rooms and towers blending old vaults and marble with contemporary comfort. Plan with SwainAdd Taj Cape Town to your journey.Tell us where you want to go and how you like to travel. We will recommend the right route, length of stay, and experiences.Start planning →