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Founded in 1858 and revived in 2024, the Cape Town Club is an historic members’ club reimagined for a more modern, more inclusive Cape Town.
Founded in 1858 and revived in 2024, the Cape Town Club is an historic members’ club reimagined for a more modern, more inclusive Cape Town.
CAPE TOWN LEGACY
Founded in 1858, The Cape Town Club is one of the city’s most historic institutions, long serving as a gathering place for leaders, thinkers, and citizens. Revived for a modern era, the Club preserves its rich heritage while embracing a renewed spirit of community, offering members a refined space in the heart of Cape Town where tradition, conversation, and connection continue to thrive.
CAPE TOWN LEGACY
Founded in 1858, The Cape Town Club is one of the city’s most historic institutions, long serving as a gathering place for leaders, thinkers, and citizens. Revived for a modern era, the Club preserves its rich heritage while embracing a renewed spirit of community, offering members a refined space in the heart of Cape Town where tradition, conversation, and connection continue to thrive.
A BRIEF HISTORY
Established in 1858, the Club took residence in its current home in 1898 — a landmark building designed by Sir Herbert Baker and funded by Cecil John Rhodes. Over the decades it played host to many pivotal moments in South Africa’s history, including the drafting of the 1939 declaration of war by Jan Smuts. Women were welcomed as members from 1979. Following its closure in 2017, the Club reopened in 2024, beginning a new chapter that respects its legacy while embracing a broader and more inclusive vision.
A BRIEF HISTORY
Established in 1858, the Club took residence in its current home in 1898 — a landmark building designed by Sir Herbert Baker and funded by Cecil John Rhodes. Over the decades it played host to many pivotal moments in South Africa’s history, including the drafting of the 1939 declaration of war by Jan Smuts. Women were welcomed as members from 1979. Following its closure in 2017, the Club reopened in 2024, beginning a new chapter that respects its legacy while embracing a broader and more inclusive vision.
FLAVOURS OF THE CLUB
Three venues. Three moods. From laid-back coffee to elevated dining and live performance — experience the full flavour of the Club, all under one roof.
Victoria's Cafe
Fresh food, great coffee, and casual café culture — with a peek into the Club’s historic charm.
Open to all.
The Gallery
Modern Cape cuisine served with sweeping views of Table Mountain. Mid-century style meets fine dining, day or night.
Mara Lounge
An intimate lounge for live music, cocktails, and late-night energy. Jazz, DJs, and more — exclusively for members.
FLAVOURS OF THE CLUB
Three venues. Three moods. From laid-back coffee to elevated dining and live performance — experience the full flavour of the Club, all under one roof.
Victoria's Cafe
Fresh food, great coffee, and casual café culture — with a peek into the Club’s historic charm.
Open to all.
The Gallery
Modern Cape cuisine served with sweeping views of Table Mountain. Mid-century style meets fine dining, day or night.
Mara Lounge
An intimate lounge for live music, cocktails, and late-night energy. Jazz, DJs, and more — exclusively for members.
A BALLROOM WITH STORIES
Social, elegant, and steeped in history
Once the Club’s original ballroom, the Grand Salon now serves as a welcoming space for both refined gatherings and relaxed member lunches. With its high ceilings, historic detailing, and warm winter fireplaces, it blends timeless grandeur with comfortable, everyday hospitality.
A QUIET, CULTURAL HAVEN
Read, reflect, or gather for conversation
Surrounded by historic volumes and artefacts, the Library offers a quiet retreat where members can read, work, or simply pause. From time to time, intimate talks and discussions bring new ideas into this calm and thoughtful space.
HOST WITH ABSOLUTE PRIVACY
For intimate meals and conversation
Seating up to eight guests, this classic Club room offers a private dining setting with dedicated service. Framed by historic silverware and timeless heritage details, it is an ideal space for special occasions and refined, discreet gatherings.
WHERE STORIES ARE POURED
The members' cigar lounge
The social heart of the Club and an exclusive members-only cigar lounge. Deep Chesterfields, a well-stocked humidor, and a bar where the barman remembers your usual create an atmosphere of quiet familiarity. It’s a place for unhurried conversation, private connection, and the enduring rituals of Club life.
HERITAGE MEETS HIGH FUNCTION
Smuts & Rhodes Rooms
These two elegantly appointed boardrooms combine modern business functionality with historic character. Equipped with presentation technology and Wi-Fi, the rooms also showcase rare artefacts connected to South African history, offering a distinguished setting for meetings, strategy, and private discussions.
A BALLROOM WITH STORIES
Social, elegant, and steeped in history
Once the Club’s original ballroom, the Grand Salon now serves as a welcoming space for both refined gatherings and relaxed member lunches. With its high ceilings, historic detailing, and warm winter fireplaces, it blends timeless grandeur with comfortable, everyday hospitality.
A QUIET, CULTURAL HAVEN
Read, reflect, or gather for conversation
Surrounded by historic volumes and artefacts, the Library offers a quiet retreat where members can read, work, or simply pause. From time to time, intimate talks and discussions bring new ideas into this calm and thoughtful space.
HOST WITH ABSOLUTE PRIVACY
For intimate meals and conversation
Seating up to eight guests, this classic Club room offers a private dining setting with dedicated service. Framed by historic silverware and timeless heritage details, it is an ideal space for special occasions and refined, discreet gatherings.
WHERE STORIES ARE POURED
The members' cigar lounge
The social heart of the Club and an exclusive members-only cigar lounge. Deep Chesterfields, a well-stocked humidor, and a bar where the barman remembers your usual create an atmosphere of quiet familiarity. It’s a place for unhurried conversation, private connection, and the enduring rituals of Club life.
HERITAGE MEETS HIGH FUNCTION
Smuts & Rhodes Rooms
These two elegantly appointed boardrooms combine modern business functionality with historic character. Equipped with presentation technology and Wi-Fi, the rooms also showcase rare artefacts connected to South African history, offering a distinguished setting for meetings, strategy, and private discussions.
GLOBAL REACH.
LOCAL SOUL.
Global
Reciprocity
Architectural
Heritage
Access to partner clubs across continents
An historic home in the heart of Cape Town
Enduring
Legacy
Modern
Culture
165+ years of influence and distinction
Inclusive culture that reflects today’s Cape Town
GLOBAL REACH.
LOCAL SOUL.
Global
Reciprocity
Access to partner clubs across continents
Architectural
Heritage
An historic home in the heart of Cape Town
Enduring
Legacy
165+ years of influence and distinction
Modern
Culture
Inclusive culture that reflects today’s Cape Town
A Global Club Network
Members of the Cape Town Club enjoy reciprocal privileges at a curated network of private clubs across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas — opening doors to culture, connection, and comfort wherever you travel.
A Global Club Network
Members of the Cape Town Club enjoy reciprocal privileges at a curated network of private clubs across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas — opening doors to culture, connection, and comfort wherever you travel.
The Cape Town Club. 18 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa
+27 21 001 4409
The Cape Town Club. 18 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa
+27 21 001 4409