The Forum EmbassyHill
The Forum Embassy Hill stands apart as Cape Town's only hilltop estate venue with 360-degree mountain and city views, eliminating the need to choose between landscape and urban backdrop.
- Ceremony
- 50 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- CPT · 25-35 minutes
- Open season
- January – October
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.6 /5 · 201
The Forum Embassy Hill is a estate destination wedding venue in 7800, South Africa, hosting 50 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 25-35 minutes. Best months: January, February, March, October.
The Forum Embassy Hill in 7800, open January–October.
The Forum Embassy Hill stands apart as Cape Town's only hilltop estate venue with 360-degree mountain and city views, eliminating the need to choose between landscape and urban backdrop.
Located on 89 Southern Cross Drive in Witteboomen, this 4.6-star rated property offers dedicated event spaces designed specifically for destination weddings, with on-site accommodations that keep guests within the venue grounds throughout the celebration.
A beautiful, stylish venue. The gardens are magnificent and rooms beautiful and airy with great views
4 notes, from the desk.
360-degree views encompassing Table Mountain, the Twelve Apostles, and Cape Town skyline from a single hilltop location
On-site accommodation available for guests, reducing travel logistics and extending celebration duration
Separate ceremony and reception spaces allowing simultaneous setup and flexible guest flow
Year-round hosting capability with both covered and open-air event areas totaling 2,500+ square meters
Best held in January, February, March.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at The Forum Embassy Hill.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 14:00Guest arrivals; check-in at on-site accommodation
- 18:00Welcome dinner or rehearsal on venue grounds
- 10:00Bridal preparations in dedicated suites
- 15:00Ceremony in hilltop space with mountain backdrop
- 16:30Cocktail hour in outdoor terrace area
- 18:00Reception dinner with city light views
- 10:00Farewell breakfast before guest departures
Things worth knowing.
CPT · 25-35 minutes
Guests fly into Cape Town International Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
$4,675-9,900
Pricing varies by season, guest count, and customization. Quotes require direct inquiry. On-site accommodation and extended stays offer package discounts. All-inclusive packages available through venue consultation.
$440-825
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
$19-36 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
$66-137 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
January – October
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
What is the maximum guest capacity at The Forum Embassy Hill?+
The venue accommodates up to 150 guests across its various event spaces, with flexible configurations available for ceremonies and receptions.
Does the venue provide accommodation for wedding guests?+
Yes, on-site accommodation is available, allowing guests to stay within the venue grounds and participate in multi-day celebration packages.
What is the best time of year to marry at this Cape Town venue?+
Cape Town's dry season (November to March) offers reliable weather, though the venue operates year-round. Spring months (September-October) provide comfortable temperatures and dramatic skies for photography.
Can the venue accommodate both ceremony and reception on the same day?+
Yes, separate dedicated spaces allow for ceremony, cocktail, and reception areas to operate simultaneously with efficient guest transitions.
What catering options are available?+
The venue offers preferred catering partnerships or external caterer approval, with full kitchen and service facilities on-site.
In the same country.
Hold dates at The Forum Embassy Hill.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.