The Capital Mirage

Hotel · Cape Town De Waterkant

The Capital Mirage is an upscale aparthotel on the edge of De Waterkant, with studios and apartments, a rooftop bar, spa and gym. Travel Gay lists it as a polished, upmarket address for guests who want to walk to the neighbourhood.

• 9.0/10 on Kayak (1,467)
• Upscale
• Rooftop bar
• Studios with kitchen

Address

40 Chiappini Street
De Waterkant, Cape Town 8001

Location

on the edge of De Waterkant, about a 5-minute walk to the neighbourhood’s bars and restaurants

Price range

Upscale, from about 2,000 ZAR per night

Rooms

Superior and luxury studios plus one-bedroom apartments

Crowd

mixed, city and business travellers

What makes the hotel stand out

Travel Gay lists The Capital Mirage in its Cape Town hotel guide as a “polished, upmarket hotel on the edge of De Waterkant”. If you want more space and hotel service than the neighbourhood’s small guesthouses offer, this is a comfortable alternative within walking distance.

Rooms and amenities

The air-conditioned studios and apartments have a kitchenette, some with a washing machine and bathtub. There are several restaurants, a rooftop bar, gym, day spa, seasonal pool and secure parking; breakfast is usually included. Kayak guests give it an average of 9.0 out of 10.

Contact

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Travel Gay (Cape Town hotel guide and hotel page), Kayak (9.0 out of 10, 1,467 reviews), LekkeSlaap. Prices and amenities may change, please check before booking.