There are few places in Cape Town quite like The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa. Poised on one of the city’s most scenic coastal routes, with the Atlantic Ocean unfolding in front and the fynbos-covered slopes of Table Mountain National Park rising behind, it offers a stay that feels rooted in its surroundings.

Poised on one of Cape Town’s most scenic coastal routes, where the dramatic peaks of the Twelve
Apostles mountain range rise directly behind the unfolding Atlantic Ocean.

Here, the landscape does the talking. Behind the hotel, fynbos-lined trails lead directly into the Table Mountain National Park, inviting guests to step into nature at their own pace, whether that’s a gentle morning walk or a more invigorating hike into the mountains.

Want to see what effortless, nature-led luxury really looks like? Watch this brief brand video of The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa to experience the magic firsthand HERE. 

Refined luxury with a side of uninterrupted ocean views.

What makes The Twelve Apostles particularly compelling for travel advisors is how effortlessly it blends immersive, nature-led experiences with refined luxury, giving clients a sense of being fully in Cape Town without being caught in its pace.

A Front-Row Seat to Nature
Defined by its cinematic setting and flanked by the dramatic peaks of the Twelve Apostles mountain range on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other, The Twelve Apostles offers uninterrupted access to some of the Cape’s most beautiful natural scenery.

Tucked away in indigenous gardens thick with fynbos, this hidden pool offers a peaceful
escape rooted seamlessly in its surroundings.

Guests can step straight onto mountain hiking trails, wander through indigenous gardens thick with fynbos, and take in Atlantic-facing viewpoints made for long, golden afternoons. With extended hours of sunshine and uninterrupted sunsets over the ocean, the setting brings a natural sense of theatre to each day, while still keeping Camps Bay, Hout Bay, and the V&A Waterfront within easy reach.

For clients seeking a more peaceful base away from the city center, the hotel strikes a thoughtful balance: close enough to explore, yet far enough to feel like a true retreat.

Experiences that Elevate a Cape Town Stay
Guests can take to the skies on scenic helicopter flights departing directly from the hotel’s private helipad, tracing the Atlantic seaboard before returning in time for a relaxed afternoon or sunset drinks. Back on the ground, curated picnics, guided walks, and coastal explorations allow visitors to engage more deeply with the landscape, adding a layered, experiential feel to any Cape Town itinerary. The sense of place carries through to the hotel’s culinary and drinks experiences, too, from curated cocktails and gin tastings infused with botanicals picked from the fynbos in the hotel’s back garden, to a sushi masterclass using foraged seaweed from the Atlantic Ocean directly in front of the property.

Front-row seats to the Cape’s natural theatre.

Wellness, Reimagined in the Mountains
Wellness at The Twelve Apostles feels intrinsically connected to its surroundings. The award-winning spa is designed as a sanctuary, where treatments draw on indigenous ingredients such as fynbos and the atmosphere encourages a complete switch-off. For something truly memorable, guests can choose a massage in one of the secluded mountain spa gazebos, where treatments unfold against a backdrop of sweeping ocean views and rugged mountain peaks, an extraordinary experience that feels truly singular.

An extraordinary spa experience entirely unique to this setting.

Why It Works
The Twelve Apostles appeals to a wide range of discerning travelers, from nature-led guests drawn to hiking, scenery, and tranquility, to honeymooners and couples seeking privacy and romance. It also resonates strongly with repeat Cape Town visitors looking for a fresh perspective on the destination, as well as those combining city, coast, and wellness within a single itinerary. For multi-generational families, the hotel offers a range of interconnecting options and multi-bedroom suites, while younger guests can enjoy memorable touches such as the cinema, pizza-making, and cupcake decorating. The complimentary shuttle to the V&A Waterfront, operating from 8 am to 10 pm, adds further ease for those who want the flexibility to explore Cape Town while returning to a peaceful coastal retreat.

Go Beyond at Bushmans Kloof

Dinner served under a canopy of stars at Embers Restaurant.

If one has more time, The Twelve Apostles pairs beautifully with Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, an easy three-hour drive from Cape Town. Our personal favorite, though, is a 45-minute scenic helicopter flight to reach your next destination!

Take to the skies directly from the Twelve Apostles Hotel’s private helipad
to trace the stunning Atlantic Seaboard before elevating your
journey with a scenic 45-minute flight straight to Bushmans Kloof.

Here, the landscape shifts dramatically from coast to the untouched beauty of the Cederberg Mountains. Days are spent exploring ancient rock formations and discovering some of Southern Africa’s most remarkable 10,000-year-old San rock art, while evenings bring a slower rhythm under vast, starlit skies.

Dinner served beneath a spectacular canopy of a million stars at Kadodo.

For couples or multi-generational families, Bushmans Kloof’s Cederberg House and Koro Lodge offer the ideal destination for soft adventure and an introduction to the wilderness in a predator-free environment. These properties are also available for exclusive use, for another layer of privacy and flexibility, particularly for celebratory travel or milestone-marking stays.

A private sundowner experience on the reserve, offering a sense of place that is both deeply
peaceful and entirely unlike anywhere else.

The Homestead, the central heart and main social hub of the Bushmans Kloof Reserve houses the primary lounge, bar, a well-stocked reference library, the formal indoor dining room, shaded dining terrace, a central courtyard with a heated pool, the fitness center, and the Heritage Centre.

Ready to offer your clients the ultimate immersive wilderness escape? Watch this brief video to see how beautifully Bushmans Kloof pairs with a Cape Town itinerary HERE.

Cederberg House is an opulent, exclusive-use private villa that accommodates up to four guests
across two master bedroom suites inspired by traditional Cape Dutch architecture. Situated on the
banks of the Boontjies River, it provides a secluded sanctuary complete with a private heated
rim-flow pool, curated South African artwork, and its own dedicated wilderness
guide and vehicle for completely flexible exploration.