Housed in a 19th century building that once served as a prison, this hotel was first opened in 1991. Renovations were last carried out in 2005 and the property offers 3 floors with a total of 300 rooms spread over a main building and an annexe block. It features various facilities including a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a safe, lifts, various shops, a TV room, conference rooms, a car park and a terrace. Dining options include a café, a bar and an air-conditioned à la carte restaurant with highchairs for infants that affords wonderful views out over the Table Mountain and the harbour. Guests may additionally make use of the public Internet terminal as well as take advantage of the laundry service on offer within the hotel.