The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Camps Bay, Cape Town
A five-star luxury hotel
Majestically located above the Atlantic Ocean, flanked by the magnificent Twelve Apostles and Table Mountain, discover a unique five-star experience close to the vibrant heart of the city. Our luxury boutique hotel offers beautifully appointed rooms, dramatic ocean views, delicious dining adventures, and an award-winning Spa, all delivered with the generous hospitality characteristic of Red Carnation Hotels.
Step out onto the flora and fynbos-framed trails to explore our staggeringly beautiful setting, with iridescent sunsets that are known as the best in Cape Town. Our complimentary shuttle service to Camps Bay and V&A Waterfront keeps you connected to the city and the beaches, whilst also affording total luxury in our secluded coastal sanctuary.
Please note that our venues' opening hours and services may be limited as a result of governmental regulations.
Gardening masterclass
Extraordinary dahlias
Explore the amazing history and horticultural significance of these stunning plants with our Head Gardener Robin Andrews. Learn how to propagate, cultivate and make the most of these most flamboyant blooms and their 42 varieties. Robin will also share how to take cuttings, participants will have the opportunity to take their own cuttings to grow at home, as well as guidance to lifting and storing the tubers in preparation for the next season.
- 10am: Tea and coffee with pastries and an introduction from Robin
- 10.30am: Move into the gardens for the practical aspects of the class
- 11.00am: Soft drink and homemade cookie break
- 12.30pm: Snack lunch served in the conservatory or outside on the terrace
When: Wednesday 20th July
Price: £75 per person (includes all equipment, arrival/mid-morning drinks, and snack lunch)
Please let us know of any dietary requirements.
Tea masterclasses
Please enquire about booking this experience.
We proudly serve Single Estate Teas from our ethical supplier, PMD Tea. Our Afternoon Tea Masterclass Experience marries a selection of the finest PMD Teas with our Afternoon Tea sandwiches, scones and pastries. The experience is hosted by Dananjaya Silva, Managing Director of PMD Tea. Dan will guide you through the history of tea and how to expertly pair tea with food, creating the ultimate masterclass experience.
Price: £240 for the tuition | £29 per person for Afternoon Tea
Group bookings welcome
Wine dinners
The restaurant at Summer Lodge prides itself on being exceptional in every way. To accompany this delicious dining experience, our expert Sommeliers will provide carefully-selected wines from around the world, guiding you through the origins and complexities of each one.
These dinners are held in selected months, highlighting different regions. Due to their popularity and limited space, early booking is highly recommended.
Sommelier's Choice Experience
Join Eric Zwiebel, named Best Sommelier in the UK, in a virtual personal consultation session, as he takes a journey through our cellar, which is filled with the world's finest wines and exclusive vintages.
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