The Capital Mirage
5.0-star · 40 Chiappini St, De Waterkant Cape Town City Center
4.6(671 Google reviews)
The Capital Mirage
5.0-star · 40 Chiappini St, De Waterkant Cape Town City Center
4.6(671 Google reviews)
At a glance: 5-star · Since 2015 · 75 rooms
Near: Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum · 7 min walk
Guests love: Service · Location
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Dear Teshica Sumair, Thank you for your feedback, and for taking the time to write about your visit. We are thrilled to hear that you had a delightful stay and found our staff extremely friendly and hospitable. It's wonderful to know that The Capital Mirage was a good choice for your quick business trip. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Capital Mirage soon! Kind regards, Mitcheala Valentyn Deputy General Manager
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For dining, start with the hotel's own options: Utopia, a rooftop restaurant with city views, and Cattle Baron, a steakhouse. The Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village is a 2-minute walk away and has popular restaurants and coffee shops. Bree Street, known for its food and cocktail scene, is also close by. You can also order in from Cattle Baron for in-room dining.
The Capital Mirage sits in De Waterkant, Cape Town's style district, with cobblestone streets, art galleries, designer boutiques, tapas bars, and sidewalk cafés. The Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village is a 2-minute walk away, full of popular restaurants and coffee shops. You can walk to the Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum in 7 minutes, the Two Oceans Aquarium in 13, and the V&A Waterfront in 13. The Castle of Good Hope is a 17-minute walk, and Green Point Park is 2.1 km away. Bree Street's food and cocktail scene is also just minutes from your door. It's a lively, walkable neighborhood with a local character.
From Cape Town International Airport, take a taxi or pre-booked transfer; it is about 11 miles away, with options arranged through the hotel. The nearest MyCiTi stations are Thibault and Adderley Street, which connect you to the city. If arriving at Cape Town Railway Station, it is about 5 kilometers from the hotel, so a short taxi ride or ride-hailing service works well. The hotel offers scheduled shuttle services to the V&A Waterfront and Cape Town International Convention Centre, which can help you orient yourself. For direct arrival, just give the driver the Chiappini Street address in De Waterkant.
In the evening, you can start at the hotel's own bar or the rooftop Utopia restaurant for drinks and dinner with city views, or try Cattle Baron for a steak. For a night out, the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village is a short walk away, with its restaurants and bars. The V&A Waterfront, a 13-minute walk, has evening dining and entertainment options. You could also take a Sunset Champagne Cruise from Cape Town, a popular tour that departs from the area. The hotel's location in De Waterkant puts you close to lively spots, so you can easily explore on foot.
The Capital Mirage is a strong base for exploring Cape Town, with many key sights within a short walk. The Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum is 7 minutes away, the Two Oceans Aquarium and V&A Waterfront are 13 minutes from your door, and the Castle of Good Hope is a 17-minute stroll. For longer trips, Green Point Park is 2.1 km and Lion's Head Hiking Trail is 3.0 km away, so a taxi or ride-hailing makes those easy. Popular day tours from Cape Town, such as Table Mountain or the Cape of Good Hope, typically depart from the city center, which is convenient from here. Walking to the waterfront and city attractions keeps your base simple for most sightseeing.

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