Cape Town’s Newest Stay Comes With Art, Attitude & a Side of Fire

The lifestyle arm of Hilton Hotels has officially landed in South Africa, opening its first-ever Canopy by Hilton in the heart of Cape Town’s buzzing Longkloof district.

Set in a reimagined historic building on Park Road, the 154-room property blends urban energy with local flair—from its red-brick façade and curated South African art to interiors dotted with bold prints and artisan-crafted furnishings.

The hotel offers a direct connection to the creative pulse of the City Bowl, with everything from Table Mountain to Clifton’s beaches just minutes away.

At the centre of it all is Ongetem, the hotel’s signature restaurant and bar. Led by acclaimed local chef Bertus Basson, Ongetem channels the spirit of Cape Town with fearless flavours, flame-grilled meats, handcrafted cocktails and a culinary attitude best described as untamed.

Guests can borrow complimentary Canopy bikes to cruise the neighbourhood or explore nearby design shops, galleries, and scenic hotspots—with local insider tips from the hotel team.

This debut marks the first Canopy by Hilton in South Africa, joining a growing list of global openings in Seychelles, Nashville, and soon, Lagos and Tokyo.