The Silo, Cape Town
Feb 17, 16, 11:38 am
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The Silo, Cape Town
I haven't seen this anywhere else and have some updated information on it.
The Royal Portfolio is adding a property, The Silo. It will be in Cape Town and the latest estimate (as of a few days ago) for opening is March 2017.
Here is the original announcement on the property:
http://theroyalportfolio.com/thesilo/
The Royal Portfolio is adding a property, The Silo. It will be in Cape Town and the latest estimate (as of a few days ago) for opening is March 2017.
Here is the original announcement on the property:
http://theroyalportfolio.com/thesilo/
Feb 19, 16, 12:14 pm
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Originally Posted by Travel K
@wripro - It will not be 2016 for sure. The update this week, from the Royal Portfolio, is March 2017.
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Jan 24, 18, 9:15 pm
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Any updates or experiences here now that it's open?
I am planning to stay later this year but also worried about the water situation in Cape Town. So particularly curious how things stand at the Silo with respect to water management. Unlike most Cape Town hotels, they mention nothing about it on their website.
I am planning to stay later this year but also worried about the water situation in Cape Town. So particularly curious how things stand at the Silo with respect to water management. Unlike most Cape Town hotels, they mention nothing about it on their website.
Jan 25, 18, 4:07 am
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I was there for cocktails and dinner last July. A lot of the areas were still not operational but those that I had access to were stunning. Gorgeous hardware and solid software. Sadly, both my drink and my meal were forgettable.
I have to add though that I know of no other hotel in Cape Town of this caliber that is as conveniently located. The V&A Waterfront offers much amusement.
I have to add though that I know of no other hotel in Cape Town of this caliber that is as conveniently located. The V&A Waterfront offers much amusement.
Jan 25, 18, 12:07 pm
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There is discussion around The Silo over here: Cape Town recommendations
However, in light of a good deal between staying in two of Royal Portfolio's properties, La Residence and The Silo, I am giving The Silo a go next month, even though I too was not impressed with our meal there in September. I am a sucker for good deals. Happy to give my thoughts once afterwards.
However, in light of a good deal between staying in two of Royal Portfolio's properties, La Residence and The Silo, I am giving The Silo a go next month, even though I too was not impressed with our meal there in September. I am a sucker for good deals. Happy to give my thoughts once afterwards.
Jan 25, 18, 8:39 pm
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MacMyDay,
Given the current water situation in CPT, can you give us your opinion of it when you are back. We have a trip planned out there at the beginning of May...and the water situation is making us rethink the trip. Thanks!
Given the current water situation in CPT, can you give us your opinion of it when you are back. We have a trip planned out there at the beginning of May...and the water situation is making us rethink the trip. Thanks!
Originally Posted by MacMyDay
There is discussion around The Silo over here: Cape Town recommendations
However, in light of a good deal between staying in two of Royal Portfolio's properties, La Residence and The Silo, I am giving The Silo a go next month, even though I too was not impressed with our meal there in September. I am a sucker for good deals. Happy to give my thoughts once afterwards.
However, in light of a good deal between staying in two of Royal Portfolio's properties, La Residence and The Silo, I am giving The Silo a go next month, even though I too was not impressed with our meal there in September. I am a sucker for good deals. Happy to give my thoughts once afterwards.
Jan 26, 18, 9:40 am
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Originally Posted by MacMyDay
There is discussion around The Silo over here: Cape Town recommendations
However, in light of a good deal between staying in two of Royal Portfolio's properties, La Residence and The Silo, I am giving The Silo a go next month, even though I too was not impressed with our meal there in September. I am a sucker for good deals. Happy to give my thoughts once afterwards.
However, in light of a good deal between staying in two of Royal Portfolio's properties, La Residence and The Silo, I am giving The Silo a go next month, even though I too was not impressed with our meal there in September. I am a sucker for good deals. Happy to give my thoughts once afterwards.
But, I do really like the Royal Portfolio properties. La Residence is our favorite hotel in the wine country, and we have also enjoyed Royal Malewane and the Birkenhead House in Hermanus. So I am intrigued by this hotel. As we will be returning again in 2019 I am curious to see your feedback and how you would compare the two. They look very different but that's ok if Silo is another outstanding experience!
Jan 27, 18, 4:55 am
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Originally Posted by Larkin
I can't wait to see your review. I love, love, love the Ellerman House where we have been staying for years. I love the rooms and suites ( one in particular), the grounds, the views to the ocean, the service, the food, the additions they have made over the years including the wine cellar.
Originally Posted by patchan8984
MacMyDay,
Given the current water situation in CPT, can you give us your opinion of it when you are back. We have a trip planned out there at the beginning of May...and the water situation is making us rethink the trip. Thanks!
Given the current water situation in CPT, can you give us your opinion of it when you are back. We have a trip planned out there at the beginning of May...and the water situation is making us rethink the trip. Thanks!
Cape Town water crisis: Residents urged to turn off toilet taps - BBC News
"No-one should be showering more than twice a week at this stage. You need to save water as if your life depends on it because it does."
Last year, Ms Zille revealed that she was showering once every three days. "I regard oily hair in a drought to be as much of a status symbol as a dusty car," she wrote in a column.
Last year, Ms Zille revealed that she was showering once every three days. "I regard oily hair in a drought to be as much of a status symbol as a dusty car," she wrote in a column.
Feb 18, 18, 11:01 am
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Originally Posted by patchan8984
MacMyDay,
Given the current water situation in CPT, can you give us your opinion of it when you are back. We have a trip planned out there at the beginning of May...and the water situation is making us rethink the trip. Thanks!
Given the current water situation in CPT, can you give us your opinion of it when you are back. We have a trip planned out there at the beginning of May...and the water situation is making us rethink the trip. Thanks!
- Limit showers to 2 minutes
- Flush less often
- Use your towel more than once
- Don't bath
