Overview
A contemporary Cape Town icon
The Silo is a celebration of style, architecture and design that towers above the V&A Waterfront. Thomas Heatherwick’s unique spin on the former grain silo offers panoramic views of the Atlantic on one side and Table Mountain on the other. Below is the Zeitz MOCAA, home to the largest collection of contemporary African art in the world.
The art continues in The Silo with each of the 28 rooms, including a magnificent penthouse suite, individually designed with stylish interiors to compliment the views. Soak up some sunshine and take in the breathtaking views from the rooftop pool bar or enjoy the exquisite dining at the restaurant. If you fancy going further afield, the hotel is located on the V&A Waterfront – perfect for an evening of shopping or late-night dining.
Your stay here supports The Royal Portfolio, who live and breathe for the communities and environment that they are in. Therefore, you will be contributing to many incredible organizations, NGO’s and conservation projects, which guests have the opportunity to be involved with during their time in each location.
Facts
At a glance
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28 rooms
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Rooftop restaurant, bar and swimming pool
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Spa
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Art concierge
Experiences
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Tailored art tours and the Zeitz MOCAA
Underneath the Silo is the Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa). A non-for-profit institution that celebrates, exhibits, collects, preserves and researches contemporary art from Africa. The Silo offers wonderful private art tours that allow you the opportunity to learn more about the art scene in Africa.
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Spa
The Silo Spa is located on the fourth floor of the hotel and has five treatment rooms. This tranquil place offers you the opportunity to relax and indulge yourself before heading out to explore the vibrant city of Cape Town.
Community & Culture
The Silo and Royal Portfolio take a great deal of time in nurturing relationships within their communities, supporting projects such as Leliebloem, a non-profit Child & Youth Care Centre serves as a home-away-from-home for over 60 children from troubled families, The Friends of Child Protection (FCP), founded by a group of Cape Town women wanting to assist children that are victims of abuse and a food kitchen, Ladles of Love, which has served up millions of meals to those in need.
Conservation
The Silo, as a property in the coastal region of South Africa supports the South African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCOB) whose primary objective is to reverse the decline of seabird populations through the rescue, rehabilitation and release of ill, injured, abandoned and oiled seabirds – especially endangered species like the African penguin. Since 1968, SANCOB has had cared for over 100,000 seabirds admitted, treated 54 different bird species and reared thousands of penguin chicks.
Footprint
To insure as little impact on their surrounds as possible, they use energy-saving light bulbs, water-saving showerheads and restrictors. The plants found in the property are mainly succulents which require minimal watering. Double glazed windows throughout the hotel means we use less energy for insulation and the air conditioning system utilizes the central sea water cooling plant, reducing energy and water consumption.
Example trips
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Example trips
Get inspired
Browse our example trips and get in contact to start planning your very own adventure.
What makes us different
Why Niarra
Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently.
In Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by millions in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, the name Niara means "with utmost purpose" and our team are united by a passion for exploration and a belief that the right kind of travel can make the world a better place.
Our Travel Researchers are here to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.
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Unforgettable experiences
Creating your trip is entirely collaborative and our Travel Researchers are here for every step.
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Positive impact
Curated sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximize the benefits to local people and place.
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Fairness and transparency
An open, competitive pricing structure that ensures more money goes to where it's needed in the destination.
