The new hotel is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2025. Credit: © 2024 V&A Waterfront.

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the introduction of the InterContinental brand to Cape Town, South Africa, with the signing of InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town.

Table Bay Hotel at the Victoria & Alfred (V&A) Waterfront, which was inaugurated in May 1997 by former South African President Nelson Mandela, will be transformed into the new hotel.

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Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2025, the launch will follow a multimillion-dollar redevelopment by the V&A Waterfront.

Sun International will manage the hotel under a hotel management agreement.

V&A Waterfront CEO David Green said: “We are delighted to see this uniquely located hotel undergo an extensive transformation to re-launch under the prestigious InterContinental brand.”

IHG Hotels & Resorts India, Middle East and Africa managing director Haitham Mattar said: “This marks a significant chapter for us in the African market. It’s a privilege to bring one of Cape Town’s beloved properties under the InterContinental brand as the first in the city.

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“With its rich history, scenic location, and a legacy of excellence, this iconic property perfectly embodies the essence of the InterContinental brand, and we are excited to work with V&A Waterfront and Sun International on maintaining its legacy.”

Upon completion, the hotel will have 306 rooms, including 45 new guest suites.

The redevelopment will introduce a new elevated pool bar and terrace, a spa, and an Intercontinental Executive Loyalty Club Floor and Lounge.

In addition, the hotel’s reception areas and restaurants will be reimagined.

Last month, IHG partnered with real estate developer Arkan Palm, to open the first Holiday Inn Express in Egypt as part of the 205 West Cairo project.