South Africa welcomes millions of visitors each year, drawn by its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture and world-renowned experiences. Opened in 2025, Canopy Cape Town Longkloof offers guests the perfect home base from which to explore it all.

Located in the heart of Cape Town’s lively Longkloof neighborhood, the hotel is within walking distance of bustling Kloof Street, known for its eclectic mix of restaurants, boutiques and bars. Guests are also just a short drive from the city center, waterfront attractions, scenic beaches, and some of Cape Town’s most popular hiking trails.

The 154-room property is also home to celebrated South African chef Bertus Basson’s newest restaurant, Ongetem — which translates to “untamed” in Afrikaans Inspired by the philosophy of “Butcher, Baker, Cocktail Maker,” the restaurant offers a vibrant dining experience featuring flame-grilled meats, freshly baked pastries, local wines and handcrafted cocktails.

Here are five must-do experiences for guests visiting Cape Town, many of which can be arranged through the hotel:

1. Cruise Down Chapman’s Peak Drive in a Cobra Sports Car

One of the world’s most scenic coastal routes, the 9-kilometer Chapman’s Peak Drive winds along 114 curves carved into cliffs between Hout Bay and Noordhoek. The drive in the convertible classic car, bookable through Canopy Cape Town, offers views of the Atlantic Ocean and is especially stunning at sunset.

2. Hiking

Two of Cape Town’s most iconic hikes, Table Mountain and Lion’s Head offer unforgettable panoramic views and are located just a few minutes’ drive from the hotel. Sunrise and sunset hikes are particularly popular for their dramatic scenery.

3. Penguin Watching at Boulders Beach

Located near Simon’s Town, Boulders Beach is famous for its colony of African penguins. Visitors can observe the penguins up close from boardwalks and sheltered beaches.

4. Visit the Waterfront

Cape Town’s bustling waterfront district features shopping, dining, and cultural attractions such as the Zeitz MOCAA, the largest museum of contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora, against a backdrop of  harbor and mountain views, making it one of the city’s most popular destinations for visitors and locals alike.

5. Plan a Wine Day

Just outside the city, the Cape Winelands offer picturesque vineyards, historic towns and award-winning wineries in regions such as Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.

FAQ: Exploring South African Culture from Canopy Cape Town Longkloof
Where is Canopy Cape Town Longkloof located in Cape Town?


Canopy Cape Town Longkloof is located in the heart of Cape Town’s lively Longkloof neighborhood, within walking distance of bustling Kloof Street, known for its eclectic mix of restaurants, boutiques and bars.

Why is Canopy Cape Town Longkloof a good base for exploring Cape Town?

Guests are just a short drive from the city center, waterfront attractions, scenic beaches, and some of Cape Town’s most popular hiking trails, making the hotel the perfect home base from which to explore it all.

What hiking experiences are available near Canopy Cape Town Longkloof?

Two of Cape Town’s most iconic hikes, Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, offer unforgettable panoramic views and are located just a few minutes’ drive from the hotel. Sunrise and sunset hikes are particularly popular for their dramatic scenery.

What cultural attractions can visitors explore near the waterfront in Cape Town?

Cape Town’s bustling waterfront district features shopping, dining, and cultural attractions such as the Zeitz MOCAA, the largest museum of contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora, against a backdrop of harbor and mountain views.

What food and wine experiences can guests enjoy during a stay at Canopy Cape Town Longkloof?

The hotel is home to Ongetem, offering a vibrant dining experience featuring flame-grilled meats, freshly baked pastries, local wines and handcrafted cocktails. Just outside the city, the Cape Winelands offer picturesque vineyards, historic towns and award-winning wineries in regions such as Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.

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