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The latest accolades for The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa include: Condé Nast Traveler (USA) Readers’ Travel Awards: Top 100 hotels in the World (2013) Condé Nast Traveler (USA) Readers’ Travel Awards: Voted No. 1 Hotel in Cape Town (2013) Condé Nast Traveler (USA) Readers’ Travel Awards: Top 15 in Africa (2013) International Traveller (Australia): Ranked 41 of 100 Best Hotels and Resorts in the World (2013) Diners Club Winelist Awards: Diamond Award (2013) Travel + Leisure (USA) ‘World's Best Hotels': Top 10 City Hotels in Africa and the Middle East, overall score of 89.48 (2013) TripAdvisor: Certificate of Excellence (2013) - The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa TripAdvisor: Certificate of Excellence (2013) - Azure Restaurant Travel + Leisure (USA) ‘World's Best Service': No. 1 City Hotel in Africa and the Middle East, overall score of 97.14 (2013) TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice 2013 Awards: Top 25 Hotels in Africa (14), Top 25 Hotels in South Africa (2), Top 25 Luxury Hotels in South Africa (13), Top 25 Hotels for Service in South Africa (24) (2013) Travel + Leisure (USA) 500 ‘The World’s Best Hotels’: Top 50 hotels worldwide (41), overall score of 93.71 (2013) Condé Nast Traveler (USA) Gold List: South Africa - Best Hotels & Resorts, overall score 95.7 (2013) American Express Platinum Fine Dining Awards: Azure Restaurant Listed (2013)The Spa was voted Best Spa in Africa in the 2012 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Hotels Awards, and was a finalist in the in the Resort/Hotel Spa category of the Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Spa Awards 2012.
Business Center
The state of the art 24-hour Business Center is available to all hotel guests. There are two desks, each with a computer, printer, and a refreshment station. The Business Center offers internet access. The Business Center also has a fax, copier, and secretarial services as available on request. Shipping and packaging, laminating and binding can be arranged directly with the concierge.
Banquets & Meetings
The in-house Banqueting Coordinator tailors events according to requirements and ensures the smooth planning and running of the occasion, be it a launch event, cocktail party or a lavish sit-down dinner to celebrate a milestone. For those wishing to create a special ambiance, themed events may be created to suit any occasion. The hotel's Executive Chef and Head Sommelier are on hand to meet the group's culinary requirements, and are known for creating unforgettable dining experiences. Event organizers can pick from a wide range of additional services and facilities, ranging from gourmet picnics for alfresco-style meetings on the slopes of the mountains, traditional braais and educational wine tastings, to stargazing excursions, spa treatments, and private cinema screenings in the hotel's very own cinema.
Disabled Access
All classic rooms have wheelchair access and there is one room which is suitable for physically challenged guests.
Meeting Space
With world-class facilities, state-of-the-art meeting rooms and the dedication of a team of professional Event Organizers and unobtrusive staff, in addition to excellent catering facilities, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa presents the perfect environment for conferences, and executive business meetings and events. The hotel’s tranquil setting and its unbeatable location overlooking the Atlantic Ocean is set to inspire and motivate all delegates. The hotel offers four contemporary, fully air-conditioned conference rooms, all with a Wi-Fi connection. These can be adapted to suit requirements, from conference set-ups for up to approximately 70 delegates, to cocktail functions for up to 90 guests. All of them feature natural daylight and most have a dedicated break-out area for attendees to step out and get some fresh mountain or ocean air.
Fine Dining On Site
Diners are spoiled for choice with the finest indigenous and international cuisine on offer in the beautiful Azure Restaurant, which has made its debut onto the coveted American Express Platinum Fine Dining Awards for 2013. Depending on the time of year lunch, breakfast and dinner can either be enjoyed at the fireside in the elegant dining room, or on the stunning terrace overlooking the ocean.
Executive Retreat
For smaller and more executive style meetings, the Llandudno Room is the perfect solution, able to accommodate up to 8 people comfortably in a light and airy space, which also makes a great venue for private dining events or working lunches.
Fitness Center
Well-equipped fitness room with a treadmill, stepper, exercise bikes, weights, and exercise mats.
High Speed Internet
The entire hotel has wireless internet if access.
Child Programs
Facilities Available For Children Include a Children's Welcome Packs Tailor Made Kiddies Menu And Breakfast Buffet;
Assorted Baby Products And Emergency Supplies are availabel if Required; Kiddies Bath Robes and a Hamper Of Toys Delivered To Your Room For Use Whilst In-house; Qualified Child Minders to watch the kids while you are busy; and Kiddies DVD's and Movies available in the Exclusive 12 Seater Cinema Cartoon Network.
Pets Allowed
Pets are welcome in specially selected rooms with a range of pet beds, bowls, and pet menus available which can be arranged when making your reservation. The hotel only allows dogs under knee height and no pets are allowed in the Azure Restaurant during meal times. A small deposit is requested upon arrival.
Pool Outdoor
Relax in the heated infinity pool overlooking the Atlantic Ocean or gaze at the mountain from the rock pool and heated Jacuzzi behind the hotel. A fully serviced tanning deck and 10 hammocks in the Fynbos gardens are ideal for lazy days soaking up the sun. Both pools have a special menu which is serviced by The Cafe Grill. Guests are encouraged to use the sun block that is provided at the pools, along with refreshment stations of fruit, water, and a selection of magazines.
Spa Facility
The Spa at The Twelve Apostles offers personalized individual treatments, as well as Spa Journeys, for both hotel guests and day spa visitors. All treatments focus on holistic principles, combining ancient wisdom with modern expertise. With the introduction of B|Africa, the signature product of choice in all Red Carnation Hotel Collection South Africa spas, the Spa offers a unique range of signature treatments. The extensive spa facilities include seven superbly equipped treatment rooms for dual and single treatments with rain showers; a Rasul chamber; a manicure and pedicure salon; two private outdoor mountain gazebos; a tranquillity lounge; health bar; plunge pools; and a salt water flotation pool.
Beach
The hotel is situated 5 minutes away from Cape Town's most beautiful beaches - Llandudno, Clifton, and Camps Bay.
Ecological Tourism
Tours and trips can be arranged through the Concierge to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, V&A Waterfront Robben Island depatures, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Cape Point, and the penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
Golfing
The Western Cape is one of the most spectacular and diverse golfing destinations. Many of these lush, beautifully maintained golf courses are in close proximity (20 - 40 minutes) from the hotel.
Hiking
Hotel guests are free to explore the various mountain trails – from 10 minutes to 45 minutes in duration - with a map from the Concierge desk, or enquire about the Sports Buddies, program which allows for a staff member to join you as you hike through the Fynbos.
Jogging Running
Guests have a choice of Camps Bay or Hout Bay, both along Victoria Road, both with world-class views. A staff member will keep pace with you and point out the sights such as Sentinel Peak and Hout Bay Harbour.
Scuba Diving
Prime diving spots near shipwrecks. Diving gear, guides and trainers available for hire.
Shopping
The V&A Waterfront, Cape Town's shopping mecca is an approximate 15 minute drive from the hotel.
Winery Tours
In Cape Town itself the Constantia Valley is home to some of South Africa’s oldest and most famous estates. Durbanville and the Helderberg also offer excellent wine experiences. If you venture further from Cape Town, the regions of Stellenbosch, Paarl, Wellington, Franschhoek and Robertson offer a multitude of exceptional wineries. Or take the day and visit award-winning vineyard and winery, Bouchard Finlayson in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Walker Bay, Hermanus.
Recommended Rooms
One-Bedroom Suites gives you a taste of spacious modern luxury with a separate lounge
and bedroom. These elegantly decorated suites are available with your choice of location;
facing the Atlantic Ocean, the majestic mountains, or centrally within the hotel perfect for
relaxing and rejuvenation. These Suites are ideal for families travelling with up to 2 children
under 12 years, and selected suites are available for guests travelling with small pets.