The Atlantic seaboard on the western shores of South Africa is well-known as an exclusive travel destination that celebrates luxury living. The devastatingly beautiful scenery includes everything from stunning beaches to picturesque mountains and delightful vineyards.
This area of the country is famous for its award-winning wines, top hotels and the best restaurants in South Africa. It is no wonder that those who have a passion for luxury travel flock to this part of the world for its luxury escapes.
Situated on the Atlantic coastline between Hout Bay and Cape Town, Tintswalo Atlantic is a 5-star luxury lodge that incorporates the very best on offer in this part of the world. The predominance of wood and glass results in a design that complements the natural setting.
A stone’s throw from the ocean, the lodge is in the Table Mountain National Park, one of eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites to be found in South Africa. If you’re looking for vacation ideas or even bucket list ideas, Tintswalo Atlantic is your answer.
This beautifully designed lodge exudes warm African hospitality combined with superb world class service. Everything from the luxuriously appointed accommodation to the fine dining meets the strictest standards of excellence.
All of the lodge’s facilities have spectacular views of the mountains and the ocean. Guests fall asleep to the sounds of waves lapping against the rocky shore, and wake up to see the sun slowly lighting up the mountains in the distance across the waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
In addition to the spectacular scenery, there are two heated pools, a heated Jacuzzi, a boutique wine cellar and other features that make this establishment one of the best of its kind.
Tintswalo Atlantic offers ten island suites, and a Presidential Suite that incorporates an additional two island suites. The twelve spacious suites are decorated differently, each representing a different island from around the world. The décor might differ but what is consistent is the style, elegance and luxury of each of the suites.
Elba and Corsica are represented by the Presidential Suite. Here, two island suites are joined by a common spacious living area. The classic luxury of this accommodation makes it a perfect luxury escape for the most discerning of travelers. The décor throughout the lodge is a sophisticated interpretation of beach themes – there is nothing tacky here.
Accommodation at Tintswalo includes breakfast but lunch and dinner are also available, and with the gourmet cuisine on offer you won’t feel the need to dine elsewhere. The 5-star menus are simply superb: an indulgence of flavors and aromas like no other.
Every effort is made to tailor the fine dining to perfectly suit each individual guest. The resulting impression is that of having your own personal chef who caters to your every need and preference.
There is a fun twist in that the kitchen is open to the restaurant, allowing the guests to enjoy watching the process of preparation and the chefs to interact with the guests to ensure a custom meal of the highest standards.
Everything at Tintswalo Atlantic is about meeting the needs and wants of each individual guest. If you feel like sleeping in, you can arrange for cappuccinos to be delivered to your room in the morning before enjoying a late breakfast. The intimate scale of this boutique hotel allows for personal service that is attentive, warm and welcoming.
When the time comes for guests to reluctantly leave, they are given a stone to throw over their shoulder into the sea whilst making a wish. This serves to highlight the luck that led to Tintswalo Atlantic being built on such a spectacular and protected site, and to pass some of that luck onto guests as they leave.
Tintswalo Atlantic Luxury Lodge 1 Chapmans Peak Drive Hout Bay 7806 Tel: +27 (0) 11 300 8888 Fax: +27 (0) 11 300 8890 Email: reservations@atlantic.tintswalo.com Website: www.tintswalo.com/atlantic/
Emma Flemming