Most of us think Nelson Mandela when we think of Cape Town, South Africa. But as visitors year round know, the region is an outstanding vacation spot, as well as efficient business centre. I would recommend that you stay in the city centre, where you’ll find a wide range of accommodation to suit most budgets.
Whether you’re travelling to Cape Town for business or pleasure, whether you’re on a budget or travelling in style, make sure to take time to see all the city centre has to offer. You won’t have to travel far, and you’ll find some of the most interesting and intriguing displays in this surprising city at the bottom tip of the African continent
If you’re looking for a reasonable priced hotel, you will enjoy the Cape Town Lodge right on the edge of the Central Business District. All 114 rooms have cable television, air-conditioning and movie rentals. There is a steakhouse restaurant and bar inside the hotel which offers room service and good value.
Cape Town Lodge central location is ideal to visit the cities many attractions, and for treks to outlying regions of the Western Cape. For those daytrips, it’s proximity to the railway station comes in handy, and within walking distance lie some utterly delightful cultural attractions such as the William Fehr fine art collection of paintings, prints, just a few blocks away.
At a higher price you will find a higher standard of accommodation at the Holiday Inn Cape Town or the City Lodge (my recommendation) at the entrance to the Waterfront. These hotels are also centrally located.
These hotels offers more sophisticated amenities including babysitting services, conference facilities, fitness centre, and even a beauty and hairdressing salons. As with most city centre hotels, you’ll have quick access to the South African Museum, focused on natural history, the Castle of Good Hope, the company gardens, parliament gardens, and the Bertram House Museum with its collection of some of the finest pieces of English and Chinese porcelain in existence.
Every city centre hotel offers visitors the opportunity to check out Museum Mile and Greenmarket Square, which was once a farmers market and has now become the most enjoyable flea market in the city. The best time to explore the market is Saturday mornings, when local dancers and singers entertain the crowds for tips.
Along with the above cultural exhibits, in close proximity to the market is St. Georges Mall which is filled with specialty shops, eateries, and stalls of crafters. The St. Georges Hotel is known for its luxurious accommodations and top-notch service...at a reasonable price!
Within walking distance to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront the St. Georges offers 139 air-conditioned rooms, and various perks that include babysitting, a swimming pool, and a comprehensive tour desk to help you plan your itinerary, whether your stay is for business or pleasure.
Within a short walking distance or a taxi or bus ride, you can be at the Table Mountain Cable Car station and ride or hike up Table Mountain. Once you have done that go to Mouille Point, which is the start or ending of a pedestrian boardwalk. At Mouille Point you will find the oldest lighthouses on the coastline. Begin at the lighthouse and wind your way towards an adventure that follows the Atlantic coast. You’ll soon reach Sea Point and can deviate to the main road, a seaside collection of shops and restaurants. Or if you continue walking and a pictures perfect white sandy beach strikes your fancy, Camps Bay or Clifton are two of the finest beaches in the world. These beaches are often enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. However Clifton has four beaches, the first two for sunbathers and beach sports, the third is gay and delightful and the fourth is designated family.
Finally, if you’re looking for 5-star lodging in downtown Cape Town, look no further than the Mount Nelson on Orange Street. This hotel is comprised of six different wings, each separate from the main hotel and each with its own garden facilities and distinctive personality. With a business centre, limousine service, conference facilities, swimming pool and tennis court you’ll know you are travelling in style, when you stay at the Mount Nelson. Less than a half-hour walk takes you to the delights of the city centre, including the world-famous company garden. On the slopes of Table Mountain, the Garden grows and displays a wonderful verity of plants.
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Michael McCormick is a savvy traveller and editor of hotel reservation website http://www.hoteldetective.net
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