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Stay and unwind in one of the city's oldest historic buildings. Monday to Sunday, 24hrs. | |
50 Bree Street Cape Town | |
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The Barracks Apartments | |
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Last updated: 10 September 2024
Our reader discount – in which you get 20% off a city stay and complimentary breakfast – means you can get a chance to stay in one of the most curious aparthotels in the city. The Barracks, the slick “spaceship” perched on a heritage building on Bree, also has a rooftop pool, yoga studio and juice bar.
The Barracks is a great choice for a midweek getaway or a weekend away. Image: The Barracks
The Barracks has such an interesting history. It was originally used as a Lutheran Church warehouse in 1767 before it became a military barracks (hence the name). Now, it’s a chic aparthotel in the CBD.
The apartments are flooded with plenty of sun, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows and open-plan living area. Each apartment also has engineered wood flooring, an en-suite bathroom, and functional kitchenette.
Views of Bree, Strand and De Waterkant streets come standard while private balconies overlook Table Mountain and Lion’s Head.
Of course, the apartments have smart TVs too. Image: The Barracks
The views are just as good from Light House Holistic, the rooftop wellness centre. The space is calm and inviting with lots of light wood, cream interiors and plants, making it serene for yoga, pilates and meditation classes.
Outside, the raised saltwater pool and cream umbrellas add to an ever-summer beach club feel, and there’s a juice and coffee bar too.
Pre-booking for wellness sessions is essential and rooftop access is by arrangement through the front desk.
Light House Holistic is open to day visitors as well, not only hotel guests. Image: The Barracks
The Barracks has a CapeTownMagazine.com reader special for a studio apartment with a balcony. Use the code CAPEMAG and you’ll get a 20% discount off your total.
The apartments are self-catering, but you’ll get a complimentary breakfast at MiCaffé, the Italian coffee shop downstairs.
This offer is valid for stays from 1 September 2024 to 31 August 2025. To make a reservation, visit The Barracks website.
It’s the ideal homebase to explore the best of the city centre. Boma, Fable, Aperitif, Nikkei and more are just a few minutes away from The Barracks on Bree Street.
Specials are mutually exclusive and cannot be combined with any other special rates or promotions. Image: The Barracks
The Barracks is open: Daily, 24hrs
Find it: 50 Bree Street | Cape Town
Book: Via The Barracks website
Contact on: res@thebarracks.capetown, 064 816 6715, @thebarracksapartments
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