Pullman Cape Town, which debuted as the very first Pullman-branded hotel in South Africa in September 2023, is commemorating its highly successful first year with a month-long celebration.
The hotel, located in Cape Town’s prestigious Triangle House in Riebeek Street has cemented itself as a leading player in the city’s hospitality sector by maintaining impressive occupancy rates and earning acclaim for its fresh blended approach to accommodation which makes it resonate with today’s travellers who are increasingly blending work and play and focusing on bleisure.
Pullman Cape Town offers premium accommodation within a 10-minute walk of the Cape Town International Convention Centre. Its prime location, close to the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain, art galleries, museums, and numerous tourist attractions, has made it popular with both leisure and corporate clients, including multi-generational travellers who value convenience.
Part of the Accor Group, which represents over 6 000 hotels globally and over 50 global hotel brands, Pullman Cape Town represents one of the group’s premium brand ranges and this positions the hotel within a vast network of international hospitality excellence, offering guests the benefits of a globally recognised brand with locally tailored experiences.
Commenting on this milestone, Willie Williams, Area Director of Sales and Marketing at Accor-Pullman Cape Town, said that while Pullman Cape Town marks its first year, the Pullman name has been synonymous with travel for over 150 years.
“Born from the luxury train cars of the 1860s, Pullman has grown into a global hotel brand that understands the needs of today’s travellers,” said Williams.
He revealed that the hotel has made in several areas, including in-house floral artistry, food and beverages that break the mould and perk-packed, smooth meeting and event planning.
Looking ahead, Williams said that the hotel is preparing for a busy summer season. “Cape Town’s accessibility is only improving through increased international flights and record cruise ship arrivals.
“We are rising to meet this growth, collaborating with the cruise sector to enhance guest experiences and welcoming niche tourism sectors, including film and production industry clients who want a premium full-service stay,” said Williams.
He also added that they remain dedicated to growth that is sustainable and responsible, maintaining their commitment to environmental, social, and governance principles, including eliminating single-use plastics.
“Entering our second year, we continue blending global standards with South African hospitality excellence, offering inspired stays that showcase Cape Town’s warmth, diversity, and beauty.
“Our locally inspired cuisine and world-class amenities aim to provide unforgettable blended experiences that boast the best of leisure and business travel, supporting sustainable tourism growth that benefits our community,” said Williams.