10/10
“Wonderful”
The fantastic views and amazing staff!!!
Cape Town · head to head
The Silo Hotel vs Cape Grace
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Cape Grace is $1,026 a night less. They are 190 metres apart.
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The honest take
Book The Silo if the building itself is the point: Heatherwick's grain-elevator conversion with the pillowed glass windows and the rooftop is unmatched at $2,179 a night. Book Cape Grace at $1,209 for a private-marina setting with more traditional water frontage and a beach nearby, at roughly half the price. Both sit within 0.2 km of each other in the V&A Waterfront, so the choice is really about design temperament and budget rather than location. Cape Grace's lower rate and waterfront/beach access make it the more sensible booking unless the Silo's architecture is worth the premium to you.
The look and the feel
The Silo Hotel
The Silo occupies the old Grain Silo Complex, converted by Thomas Heatherwick, who carved the guest rooms out of the original concrete tube structure and capped it with the faceted, bulging glass windows that have become the building's signature. Inside, the atrium is cut straight through the raw concrete silos, so the industrial bones stay visible even as the furnishings turn plush - brass, leather, warm timber. The rooftop bar looks out over Table Mountain on one side and the harbour and ocean on the other, and it's where the hotel's real theatre happens at sunset. It draws a design-literate, well-heeled crowd who came for the building as much as the stay.
Design enthusiasts and anyone who wants a Cape Town stay built around a genuinely singular piece of architecture and its rooftop views.
Cape Grace
Cape Grace sits on its own private finger of the marina, giving it a quieter, more nautical, old-money atmosphere than its Waterfront neighbours - individually decorated rooms, timber detailing, and a sense of being tucked away from the tourist flow even though it's minutes from it. The listing points to a full-service spa, poolside dining at Heirloom, and two bars/lounges, suggesting a hotel built around slow, layered relaxation rather than architectural spectacle. It reads as the kind of place for guests who want water on three sides and traditional luxury service rather than a design statement.
Guests who want a quieter marina setting, spa-focused relaxation, and beach proximity without paying Silo prices.
At $1,209, Cape Grace gives up the rooftop entirely - there's no equivalent lookout point in its facility list - trading that vertical drama for a private waterfront and beach position instead.
The Silo is the more beautiful and characterful building to actually stand inside, because Heatherwick's conversion turns the raw industrial shell into the experience itself, rather than dressing a conventional hotel in luxury finishes.
The numbers
| The Silo Hotel | Cape Grace | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $2,267 | $1,241 |
| Guest rating | 9.5/10 | — |
| Reviews | 107 | 115 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 7 | 8 |
| Distance apart | 190 m |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only The Silo Hotel has
- Rooftop
Only Cape Grace has
- Beach
- Waterfront
What guests actually say
The Silo Hotel
- fantastic views
- amazing/friendly staff
- hotel has character
“The fantastic views and amazing staff!!!”
Cape Grace
- warm attentive staff
- excellent location near V&A Waterfront
- spacious well-appointed rooms
- service not what it used to be
- pool water not warm enough
“Not the same Cape Grace we have enjoyed for ten years”
Cape Grace guests report more consistently detailed satisfaction with staff, rooms and location, while The Silo's praise is shorter and less varied, though one Cape Grace reviewer felt service had slipped from past visits.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
The Silo Hotel
- Silo RoomBreakfast Included$2,267
- Room (Silo)Breakfast Included$2,307
- Superior SuiteBreakfast Included$2,786
Cape Grace
- Fairmont, Harbor ViewBreakfast Included$1,243
- Fairmont Harbour ViewBreakfast Included$1,244
- Harbour ViewBreakfast Included$1,303
In guests' own words
Cape Grace
10/10
“Outstanding Location and Superb Staff”
What a lovely hotel. Gracious, attentive, and helpful service. Excellent restaurant and lounge/library area. Very spaciuos rooms--clean and well-appointed. We stayed here for several nights and appreciated the setting, location, and service.
10/10
“The perfect Cape Town stay... PARADISE!”
There honestly aren’t words to describe how perfect this place is- you feel at home the second you arrive. The team are so warm and friendly, and always around if you need anything. The location is amazing - super central, really convenient, and feels very safe. It’s perfect for being with family or friends (and literally about a two-minute walk from Time Out Market). The breakfast buffet is unreal, and the kimchi gr
10/10
“Cape Town Gem !!”
I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Cape Grace, and it truly exceeded expectations—what is not to love? From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. The staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, with Liz, Bronwyn, and Sheba standing out in particular for making us feel completely at home. Their personal touches made all the difference and elevated the entire experience. The rooms ar
About each
The Silo Hotel
Luxurious 5-Star Accommodation The Silo Hotel, located just 1.8 km from Mouille Point Beach in Cape Town, offers a lavish 5-star experience. Guests can indulge in the hotel's bar, restaurant, and 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, ensuring connectivity at all times. Top-Notch Facilities Experience ultimate relaxation with…
Check-in — · Check-out 11:00 AM
Cape Grace
Luxurious Spa and Recreational Amenities Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the full-service spa. Enjoy the outdoor pool, steam room, and 24-hour fitness center for relaxation and leisure. Fine Dining and Refreshing Drinks Savor poolside views at the Heirloom Restaurant or opt for 24-hour room service. Unwind with a drink at the poolside…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
The Silo Hotel
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Lift / Elevator
Cape Grace
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- Supervised childcare/activities
- ATM/banking
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Golfing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Library
- Free breakfast
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
Where they are
Silo Square, V&A WaterfrontWest Quay Road, Victoria And Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
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