Old Foundry Hotel By Ideas Cartel, Cape Town

Set in the De Waterkant district, this 3-star hotel combines historical industrial architecture with modern amenities, including a rooftop pool and terrace offering city views. Old Foundry Hotel By Ideas Cartel features individually decorated rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, and safety deposit boxes; some rooms include kitchenettes. Onsite dining at Cartel Café serves Latin American dishes and specialty coffee, with à la carte, continental, or vegetarian breakfast options. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Old Foundry Hotel By Ideas Cartel. The hotel provides a fitness center, spa treatments such as massages, and a sun terrace. Guests have access to co-working spaces, a business center, meeting facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout. The hotel is within a 10-minute walk of the V&A Waterfront and close to Mouille Point Beach and Table Mountain. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, luggage storage, laundry, and airport shuttle for a fee. Old Foundry Hotel By Ideas Cartel also offers free secured parking, pet-friendly rooms, and is situated near upscale shopping and dining.

The industrial-chic design preserves original foundry elements, creating a unique and eclectic atmosphere.

Guests have access to a shared kitchen, bicycle rental, and a tour desk for local bookings.

Complimentary access to the Ideas Cartel member-exclusive spaces and networking opportunities.

Staff are frequently praised in guest reviews for attentive and personalized service.

Parking is limited to about 10 spaces, so availability is not guaranteed.

The main entrance gates close at 7:00 PM, requiring guests to enter through a garage entrance on Cardiff Street after that time.