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Residents of Cape Town’s bustling creative hub, Woodstock and its surrounds will soon enjoy the convenience and facilities of the area’s first upmarket hotel. The R220-million Upper Eastside Hotel and Conference Centre forms part of the new Upper Eastside mixed use development and opens its doors tomorrow, June 10.
“Over the past several years Woodstock has been the focus of an urban regeneration project. The results have attracted many creative and corporate companies to the area. The Upper Eastside Hotel is the next phase in this revival and will meet the resident’s demand for stylish and well-priced accommodation,” says general manager, Francois Steyn.
According to Steyn, the Upper Eastside Hotel will offer five-star service at a three-star rate. “Our conferencing facilities, public entertainment areas and the development’s retail offerings will suit the needs of both travellers and residents. In addition, we are conveniently located for Cape Town’s International Airport, the CBD and major transport routes.”
The hotel’s ‘glam-with-a-touch-of-funk’ interiors contrast with the industrial vibe of the area. Hotel interior specialists, DIAD, created the stylish public areas - cascading chandeliers and clean-lined furniture in splashes of bold colour are set against a monochromatic backdrop of back-lit art glass, laser cut screens, mirrored stainless steel and polished techni-stone. Interior and architectural designers, Design Three Sxity, were responsible for the fresh, modern look of the hotel’s 183 rooms.
Acclaimed executive chef, Simon Kemp, will oversee the contemporary all-day dining at the hotel’s Liberty restaurant and tapas offerings at the eStreet Bar and Lounge. Having spent the last fifteen years honing his culinary skills – both in Europe and SA – Kemp promises an ala carte and tapas menu with an emphasis on fresh ingredients. Liberty’s is designed as a hub of activity, specifically catering for the discerning traveller. It incorporates an interior and alfresco dining area, library and smoker’s lounge.
The new hotel will be more than 11 500m2 in size with an additional 2 500m2 of retail space including 1 000 parking bays. With eight conferencing rooms, several public areas, 22 executive rooms and 16 loft suites, offering separate concierge services for business travellers, the hotel is a welcome addition to the eastern side of the city.
Situated within the Upper Eastside mixed-use development, the hotel is a joint project between Redefine Properties and Swish Properties. The development which offers residential, commercial and retail space, is also nearing completion.
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