Cape Town was rated as the best city in Africa and the Middle East after three hotels secured top spots at the World Travel and Leisure’s ‘World’s Best awards.
The Cape Grace, The Silo Hotel, and Ellerman House took the first, second and third spots respectively, with the One and Only hotel taking fifth place.
Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, and airlines. However, the hotels were rated on their facilities, location, service, food, and overall value.
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According to the City of Cape Town (COCT) mayor, Dan Plato, the coastal city has a tendency to make even the most wanderlust-fueled traveller consider settling down.
Plato says the city prides itself on good governance and providing an enabling environment for businesses to thrive, as the tourism sector provided major employment and skills development opportunities for residents.
” In 2020 we helped local businesses bounce back after a tough national lockdown that left almost no business untouched, and we continuously fought for the easing of lockdown restrictions to help businesses and save livelihoods, “Plato said.
He added that to see these hotels acknowledged on the global stage is a testament to the resilience of Capetonians and our commitment to looking after our future and always bouncing back stronger than before.
“As Mayor of this beautiful city, it gives me great joy to see the hard work of our residents and business owners rewarded with global recognition, “Plato indicated.
Meanwhile, completing the top 10 list for best cities in Africa and the Middle East are Marrakesh, Jerusalem, Fez, Dubai, Tel Aviv, Abu Dhabi, Petra, Muscat and Essaouira.
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