Tintswalo Atlantic on Postcard

"We had a very romantic night away from the kids at Tintswalo Atlantic, where we ate at the Chef’s Warehouses and heard the waves crash against our room after an 8-course dinner."

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@afar

"Tintswalo Atlantic, which originally opened 15 years ago, has finally reopened following damage from an extensive fire in 2019. Though it’s always been a low-key hideaway that’s attracted high-end travelers, it’s now arguably better than ever. Given the hotel’s remote and picturesque location beside the ocean, wedged between Table Mountain National Park and Chapman’s Peak, this place is a showstopper. The spacious suites have private ocean-facing terraces, fireplaces, and chandeliers that dangle from exposed wood ceilings. This retreat is a 25-minute drive from Cape Town, but guests needn’t wander far for a fine dining experience. The hotel is home to a Chef’s Warehouse restaurant run by culinary king Liam Tomlin. Even if you don’t stay here, be sure to book a tapas tasting menu and enjoy such oceanic treasures as fresh oysters and seared tuna." - Mary Holland

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"Cape Town already feels like it’s at the tip of the world, but the sensation is magnified at Tintswalo Atlantic, where guests get cozy in suites just a few feet from the ocean. Park in the lot just off famed Chapman’s Peak Drive and take the hotel van, which winds its way down a steep road and drops guests at a collection of semi-detached units. Each is themed after a different island—Zanzibar,Antigua, Sicily, and, oddly enough, Robben (where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned). The details are thoughtful, however, from the elaborate, wood-carved headboards to the seashell-encrusted bathroom walls and idyllic paintings. It’s hard to find a setting more romantic and remote. In the unlikely event that you want to venture out, there’s a shuttle that whisks guests to Cape Town, just over 30 minutes away."

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"Perched on stilts between ancient milkwood trees, eight wood-and-glass suites and two-bedroom presidential suite are so close to the pounding waves that it’s possible to toss pebbles into the rock pools from your private deck. Each room is inspired by an island around the world; yet given the breathtaking views, themed rooms seem like an unnecessary distraction. Beds are vast, and sea-view tubs and huge showers provide an illusion of spaciousness."

Tintswalo Atlantic

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"A secluded hotel with stunning views, located within Table Mountain National Park." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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Max Barlow

Google

This is the most magical hotel in the world! We went there for our honeymoon, and the experience was 10/10 - I can’t say enough great things! The staff are exceptional. They bent over backwards over and over again to make our honeymoon special, and it totally worked! The location and configuration of the property are absolutely incredible and unlike anything I’ve ever seen before. The genius way they constructed it into the hillside means it’s extremely private and sequestered, and the architecture is super low profile so it doesn’t interfere with the natural beauty. The design of the indoor/outdoor living spaces is so beautiful and timeless- I loved the treehouse vibes and the fact that they haven’t gone overboard making it trendy/modern (please never renovate!!) The staff at this property absolutely nail the fine line of top-tier luxury service without being pretentious. The food blew us away! The Chef’s Warehouse space was equally wonderful at dinner and for breakfast (do both!!) Every hour spent on this property took our breath away. Many, many thanks to the incredible staff for making this the best hotel stay we’ve ever had 💙

Nico B

Google

We stayed there to celebrate my daughter's graduation. Dinner at Chefs Warehouse was immaculate. Service of staff is attentive and above the norm. Rooms as spacious, clean and with mesmerising views of Houtbay. A truly gem next to the coast

Lee-Anne Curtis-Cox

Google

We could not fault Tintswalo Atlantic. 5 star all-round experience from the moment we caught the shuttle down to the reception. We loved the intimacy of the hotel, only a handful of rooms and all offering ample privacy with endless views across the ocean! Breakfast was out of this world, and dinner at Chefs Warehouse was an unforgettable experience. We truly felt pampered! Each and every staff member welcomed us as if we were regular returning guests.

Greg Slack

Google

World class setting and restaurant - rivals the top dining experiences in any major city of the world and exceeds it in terms of atmosphere, hospitality and friendly service. The menu is exceptional, with local influence and attention to detail that they sets it apart. Highly highly recommend

Priya S

Google

I was highly anticipating the stay at the hotel due to the positive reviews, but was sorely disappointed. While other travelers found staff friendly and helpful, I found the opposite with some members of the team. The service varied significantly, with some exceptional team members, and some who were rude and standoffish. I ordered room service one evening, and the team member who took my order was astoundingly rude. The restaurant where meals were served was often dirty, with breadcrumbs over the floor and seats. We ate one dinner at the restaurant and the food was extremely underwhelming. The saving grace was staff including Lee-Ann, Jonathan, Patrick who were extremely responsive and apologetic about issues we experienced, and dealt with them efficiently. I also appreciated the lovely gift left for my parents as we were celebrating their wedding anniversary.||Other observations for future guests:||1. The hotel only offers meals at the Chef's Warehouse restaurant on the property. There is a modified residents menu which is not the restaurant's focus, and probably why the meals are not of a very high quality. It is also extremely limited for special dietary requirements such as vegetarian or vegan. |2. If driving in the city, you will have to park your car at the entrance and be driven down to the property. While this is a minor inconvenience, the staff at the front gate are not particularly welcoming, and do not recognize return guests.|3. Management are fantastic and should be commended, but general staff particularly those on the phone, or at the restaurant dealing with hotel guests could benefit from additional training.|4. The bar man at the guest lounge is fantastic, and made amazing cocktails/mocktails. I also highly recommend the chilli martini at the restaurant - one of the best drinks I've ever had.|5. The location and position right on the ocean is spectacular, and the rooms are well appointed/stocked with teas/coffees etc. ||Overall, I would conclude that in my opinion, the hotel falls far below a 5 star property. While the location is incredible, what really sets a hotel apart is the service, and this one stood out for all the wrong reasons.

Wrldtrvlr12344321

Google

We celebrated our anniversary with a stay at Tintswalo Atlantic, and we were absolutely blown away from start to finish. Everything—from the warm, welcoming staff to the stunning accommodations, breathtaking views, impeccable service, and exceptional food and drinks—was nothing short of extraordinary. We've traveled a lot, but we've never encountered such friendly and attentive staff. Thank you for making our special occasion truly unforgettable! A special shoutout to Sam, Cirpri, and our wonderful butler- whose name, unfortunately escapes us. Your exceptional service truly made our stay unforgettable.

Linda N

Google

Our stay at Tintswalo Atlantic for our 8th anniversary was amazing .We stayed there for the first time and all our expectations were exceeded beyond limits,from up top at the gate/concierge where you feel at home .Every single person from the receptionist Yolandi to our hosts Johnathan, Mawethu, and wait not forgetting staff and senior management, they made us feel like the most important guests alive. ||The tapas menu was exquisite. The breakfast was as amazing and we had a chance to sit on the deck spotting dolphins which was the highlight of the day. The entire setting was just stunning. Works class. We will be back 😍

Leah G

Google

This place is incredible. The service of the staff is remarkable, views are insane, food is delicious (a huge delicious breakfast is included in the cost). They go above and beyond to ensure your stay is great. I will never stay anywhere else in cape town, this place is worth every penny.

Max Barlow

Google

This is the most magical hotel in the world! We went there for our honeymoon, and the experience was 10/10 - I can’t say enough great things! The staff are exceptional. They bent over backwards over and over again to make our honeymoon special, and it totally worked! The location and configuration of the property are absolutely incredible and unlike anything I’ve ever seen before. The genius way they constructed it into the hillside means it’s extremely private and sequestered, and the architecture is super low profile so it doesn’t interfere with the natural beauty. The design of the indoor/outdoor living spaces is so beautiful and timeless- I loved the treehouse vibes and the fact that they haven’t gone overboard making it trendy/modern (please never renovate!!) The staff at this property absolutely nail the fine line of top-tier luxury service without being pretentious. The food blew us away! The Chef’s Warehouse space was equally wonderful at dinner and for breakfast (do both!!) Every hour spent on this property took our breath away. Many, many thanks to the incredible staff for making this the best hotel stay we’ve ever had 💙

Nico B

Google

We stayed there to celebrate my daughter's graduation. Dinner at Chefs Warehouse was immaculate. Service of staff is attentive and above the norm. Rooms as spacious, clean and with mesmerising views of Houtbay. A truly gem next to the coast

Lee-Anne Curtis-Cox

Google

We could not fault Tintswalo Atlantic. 5 star all-round experience from the moment we caught the shuttle down to the reception. We loved the intimacy of the hotel, only a handful of rooms and all offering ample privacy with endless views across the ocean! Breakfast was out of this world, and dinner at Chefs Warehouse was an unforgettable experience. We truly felt pampered! Each and every staff member welcomed us as if we were regular returning guests.

Greg Slack

Google

World class setting and restaurant - rivals the top dining experiences in any major city of the world and exceeds it in terms of atmosphere, hospitality and friendly service. The menu is exceptional, with local influence and attention to detail that they sets it apart. Highly highly recommend

Priya S

Google

I was highly anticipating the stay at the hotel due to the positive reviews, but was sorely disappointed. While other travelers found staff friendly and helpful, I found the opposite with some members of the team. The service varied significantly, with some exceptional team members, and some who were rude and standoffish. I ordered room service one evening, and the team member who took my order was astoundingly rude. The restaurant where meals were served was often dirty, with breadcrumbs over the floor and seats. We ate one dinner at the restaurant and the food was extremely underwhelming. The saving grace was staff including Lee-Ann, Jonathan, Patrick who were extremely responsive and apologetic about issues we experienced, and dealt with them efficiently. I also appreciated the lovely gift left for my parents as we were celebrating their wedding anniversary.||Other observations for future guests:||1. The hotel only offers meals at the Chef's Warehouse restaurant on the property. There is a modified residents menu which is not the restaurant's focus, and probably why the meals are not of a very high quality. It is also extremely limited for special dietary requirements such as vegetarian or vegan. |2. If driving in the city, you will have to park your car at the entrance and be driven down to the property. While this is a minor inconvenience, the staff at the front gate are not particularly welcoming, and do not recognize return guests.|3. Management are fantastic and should be commended, but general staff particularly those on the phone, or at the restaurant dealing with hotel guests could benefit from additional training.|4. The bar man at the guest lounge is fantastic, and made amazing cocktails/mocktails. I also highly recommend the chilli martini at the restaurant - one of the best drinks I've ever had.|5. The location and position right on the ocean is spectacular, and the rooms are well appointed/stocked with teas/coffees etc. ||Overall, I would conclude that in my opinion, the hotel falls far below a 5 star property. While the location is incredible, what really sets a hotel apart is the service, and this one stood out for all the wrong reasons.

Wrldtrvlr12344321

Google

We celebrated our anniversary with a stay at Tintswalo Atlantic, and we were absolutely blown away from start to finish. Everything—from the warm, welcoming staff to the stunning accommodations, breathtaking views, impeccable service, and exceptional food and drinks—was nothing short of extraordinary. We've traveled a lot, but we've never encountered such friendly and attentive staff. Thank you for making our special occasion truly unforgettable! A special shoutout to Sam, Cirpri, and our wonderful butler- whose name, unfortunately escapes us. Your exceptional service truly made our stay unforgettable.

Linda N

Google

Our stay at Tintswalo Atlantic for our 8th anniversary was amazing .We stayed there for the first time and all our expectations were exceeded beyond limits,from up top at the gate/concierge where you feel at home .Every single person from the receptionist Yolandi to our hosts Johnathan, Mawethu, and wait not forgetting staff and senior management, they made us feel like the most important guests alive. ||The tapas menu was exquisite. The breakfast was as amazing and we had a chance to sit on the deck spotting dolphins which was the highlight of the day. The entire setting was just stunning. Works class. We will be back 😍

Leah G

Google

This place is incredible. The service of the staff is remarkable, views are insane, food is delicious (a huge delicious breakfast is included in the cost). They go above and beyond to ensure your stay is great. I will never stay anywhere else in cape town, this place is worth every penny.

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