The Silo Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in 8001, South Africa, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Cape Town International Airport (O.R. Tambo equivalent for domestic; main international gateway) (CPT), 20-25 minutes by car. Best months: January, February, October, November.
The Silo Hotel
The Silo Hotel is Cape Town's only hotel within a repurposed grain silo, offering 360-degree views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean from its rooftop and guest rooms.
About The Silo Hotel
The Silo Hotel is Cape Town's only hotel within a repurposed grain silo, offering 360-degree views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean from its rooftop and guest rooms.
This architectural landmark delivers uncompromising luxury at one of Africa's most coveted wedding destinations, with direct waterfront access and a Google rating of 4.7/5.
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We just had cocktails on the roof this time. You have to pre book and pay a deposit which is deductible from your bill. The views are spectacular and cocktails very good.
Katy Hardy · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CPT, 25 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located inside a 57-meter-tall historic grain silo converted into a five-star hotel in 2017
- Rooftop venue accommodates up to 150 guests with unobstructed views of Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront
- 54 suites available for overnight guests, with room rates starting at approximately $1,200 per night
- On-site Silo Restaurant offers fine dining by acclaimed chef Cobus Combrink for receptions
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 6:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in to suites; welcome drinks at rooftop bar
- 2:00 PMRehearsal on rooftop with ceremony coordinator
- 7:00 PMRehearsal dinner at Silo Restaurant
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CPT · about 25 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Cape Town International Airport (O.R. Tambo equivalent for domestic; main international gateway).
- Typical total
- $40,000-80,000Aisle estimate
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$40,000-80,000 USD (for 100-guest wedding with 2-night guest stays)
- Ceremony fee
- $3,000-5,000Aisle estimate
USD (for rooftop, up to 150 guests)
- Reception
- $200-350 a headAisle estimate
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$200-350 USD (includes dinner, beverages, service)
- Room rate
- $1,200-2,500 a nightAisle estimate
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$1,200-2,500 USD (per suite, 54 available)
- Weather window
- January – February
The months the weather is kindest, with October and November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 021 670 0500
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Multi-day packages and suite blocks offer reduced per-night rates. Flowers, photography, and entertainment are additional. All estimates in USD; confirm in ZAR with venue.
Questions about the venue
What is the capacity for wedding ceremonies and receptions?+
The rooftop can accommodate up to 150 guests for ceremonies and receptions. Smaller intimate gatherings from 20 guests can be arranged in alternative spaces within the hotel.
Are guest rooms included with the venue booking?+
The hotel's 54 suites are available for booking separately. Many couples reserve rooms for wedding parties and out-of-town guests at preferred rates during their event dates.
What weather contingencies exist for outdoor rooftop events?+
The rooftop space can be tented and heated.
Does the venue provide catering and event planning services?+
Yes. Silo Hotel's culinary team and dedicated events coordinator manage all catering, beverage service, and logistical details. Menu customization is available through their in-house restaurant.
What is included in the venue fee?+
The ceremony fee covers access to the rooftop space, basic setup, tables, and chairs. Reception pricing is per-head and includes catering, beverages, service staff, and sound system. Photography and florals are additional.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.