Table mountain is the city of Cape Town’s protective backdrop. The exquisite mountain watches over an energetic, cosmopolitan city which comes alive at night. Cocooned by two oceans, the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Town is one of the most scenic cities in the world. The oceans lap quietly and ferociously on the sandy white beaches dotted along rugged coastlines while the city indulges in its bohemian way of life. Further afield is the Cape winelands region which has contrasting scenery of endless vineyards unfolding at the foot of undulating mountains. This scenery, synonymous with the Cape, provides the perfect breeding ground for awe-inspiring sunsets. And what goes hand-in-hand with sunsets? Sundowners of course!
Golden hour in the Cape is a highly celebrated event and today we’ve selected our top 3 Cape Town hotels for whisky, wine and cocktails. The sky lights up the city, the beaches, marinas and vineyards; and provides the perfect natural setting to sample the finest local cocktails, rare whiskies and traditional Western Cape wines.
Just like the interesting tapestry of cultures woven into the city, our visitors have their own taste and style for sundowners, which is why we’ve selected a range of Cape Town hotels specialising in different beverages. Each of these hotels offers luxury accommodation, sweeping views and is equipped with swanky bars offering a choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Wine, whisky or cocktails? You decide on your ideal sundowner.
Cape Grace Hotel : The Bascule Whisky Bar
The Cape Grace hotel truly lives up to its namesake. This classic, graceful and stylish five star hotel is located in the heart of the VA Waterfront’s marina. A place where yachts are docked and the wealthy play. The Bascule Bar is the place to learn about the history of whisky and indulge in an unforgettable session of whisky tasting. The Sommelier’s choice offers bespoke whisky tastings highlighting rare and premium whiskies from the collection. With one of the largest whisky collections in the southern hemisphere, Bascule is not a bar to be missed.
Grab your dram, your choice of tipple and watch the sunset from the balcony of your room or from the comfort of the library or lounge.
Mont Rochelle: Vineyard accommodation with own range of wine
Set in the heart of the French inspired wine region of Cape Town, lies the exquisite Mont Rochelle vineyard estate and hotel. The hotel is surrounded by the majestic Franschhoek mountains and has sweeping views of the valley.
The 22 rooms and suites are ideally located in the middle of the vineyards which produce cultivars for Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon wines. Wine pairings and tastings can take place in the Country Kitchen or Miko restaurants.
If you’re wine connoisseur, then Mont Rochelle is the ideal place to watch the sun sink into the horizon while you’re sipping slowly on fine wines while sitting on the terrace.
Twelve Apostles: Cocktail bar overlooking the ocean with alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Twelve Apostles lies in a prime position overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It’s literally across the road from the ocean and located in a secluded area away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Flanked by both mountain and sea, it’s no surprise that this is an award winning five star hotel. The leopard bar has a terrace overlooking the Atlantic ocean and has an extensive alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktail list.
The Twelve Apostles leopard bar is a major drawcard for locals wanting sundowner cocktails and hotel guests wanting to experience the sheer beauty of a Cape Town sunset.
Cocktails in Cape Town at the Twelve Apostles – an absolute must!
