Cape Town gets ‘seven-star’ Marriott EDITION hotel

It was the worst-kept ‘secret’ in South Africa’s hotel development industry last year (which Moneyweb first ‘broke’ in 2024), but US hotels and resorts giant Marriott International finally confirmed the entry of its super-luxury EDITION Hotels brand into Cape Town’s iconic V&A Waterfront on Thursday, as part of the more than R1 billion Quay 7 hotel project.

Executives at V&A Waterfront Holdings – jointly owned by JSE-listed Growthpoint Properties and the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) – signed the agreement with Marriott International executives, which will mark the hotel brand’s debut in Africa.

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The cutting-edge Quay 7 hotel development will be called ‘The Cape Town EDITION’ and will also feature private residences. It is being touted as a ‘seven-star’ hotel.

“The signing of our first EDITION Hotel in Africa marks a significant milestone for the company’s growth strategy in the continent. Cape Town is a city that embodies creativity, diversity, and a dynamic spirit – qualities that align perfectly with the brand’s ethos,” said Karim Cheltout, Senior Vice President of Development for the Middle East & Africa at Marriott International.

“The V&A Waterfront is an iconic location, and we are confident that this project will set a new standard for luxury hospitality in the market,” added Cheltout.

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The Cape Town EDITION hotel is expected to feature 142 rooms and suites and world-class dining experiences, including a signature rooftop bar, along with a spa, pool and meeting and event facilities.

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“Plans also include thoughtfully curated social spaces that reflect the city’s rich heritage and cosmopolitan energy. The project is also anticipated to include The Residences at The Cape Town EDITION.  Plans include six private residences that will embody the EDITION’s signature blend of contemporary luxury and refined simplicity, ushering in a new benchmark of luxury living in the city,” Marriott said in a statement.

V&A Waterfront CEO David Green commented: “We are excited to be developing this architecturally stunning new building, which will mark the launch of EDITION Hotels in Africa.”

Shanghai-based architectural firm Neri & Hu was appointed to design The Cape Town EDITION hotel, in collaboration with local architect and design firm StudioMAS.

Artist renderings of the hotel

“Cape Town is privileged to join only a select number of markets in the world with an EDITION Hotel.

“We are witnessing growing tourism demand in the city, and The Cape Town EDITION will offer guests a plethora of destination-led experiences and direct access to the world’s leading luxury retail brands, top-class restaurants, charter cruises and other incredible experiences,” added Green.

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