Leave the pace of the city outside.
Step into The Grotto at The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa. Created for slowing down, switching off and returning restored.
The world changes when you enter.
Step into The Grotto at The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa. Created for slowing down, switching off and returning restored.
The light softens. The temperature shifts. The noise of the outside world begins to disappear.
Move between heat, water, stillness and rest through a collection of spaces designed to help you slow down and reconnect with yourself.
Unique & exclusive
Escape the ordinary at one of Cape Town’s few underground spas. A secluded sanctuary where luxury, tranquillity and relaxation come together, away from the bustle above.
Hand and Foot oasis
Sit back, switch off and let us take care of the finer details. From perfectly polished nails to personalised treatments, your hands and feet deserve their moment of luxury.
Spa bar
Because relaxation deserves a toast. Elevate your spa experience with something refreshing at our Spa Bar, where unwinding is all part of the journey.
hydrotherapy
Unwind in our warm hydrotherapy pool, then awaken your senses with a refreshing polar plunge. The perfect balance of relaxation and revitalisation.
Let everything else wait.
CHOOSE WHAT YOU NEED.
Sometimes it is an hour. Sometimes you need the afternoon.
Our treatment menu brings together skin treatments, massage, body therapies and grooming, with each experience designed to meet you where you are.
Skin treatments
Targeted skin treatments shaped around your skin, your concerns and the results you want to see.
Massage therapy
From deep release to complete switch off, choose a massage based on what your body needs that day.
Body treatments
Treatments designed to exfoliate, nourish, restore and leave the whole body feeling renewed.
Grooming
Hand and Foot Care or Nail Treatments
More reasons to pause, unwind and restore.
Men’s skincare, tailored to your needs
Our men’s facial treatments are tailored around your skin and what it needs, from hydration and maintenance to more specific concerns.
Start with a consultation. We will take it from there.
Give someone somewhere to disappear to.
A treatment. An afternoon. A little time for themselves.
Give the gift of The Grotto.
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Stay in the world a little longer.
Pair your experience at The Grotto with a stay at The Capital 15 on Orange.
No rush back to reality.
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FAQS
Is parking available at The Grotto?
Yes. Secure parking is available at the hotel at a discounted rate for spa guests.
Can I use The Grotto if I'm not staying at the hotel?
Yes. The Grotto Wellness Spa is open to day visitors as well as hotel guests.
How far in advance should I book?
Book a few days ahead, and a week or more for weekends, public holidays and the night spa. Walk-ins are welcome when there’s space.
What can I use at the spa?
The sauna, steam room, heated hydrotherapy pool, polar plunge pool, Serenity Nests, Mineral Mist Rasul and the Spa Bar.
How long should I plan to stay?
Allow three to four hours if you want time in the pools and sauna as well as a treatment.
Do you have couples packages?
Yes. A Spa Escape for Two includes a 60-minute full-body massage side by side, a back exfoliation, a foot and lower leg massage, and time in the spa facilities.
Can I book a spa stay with accommodation?
Yes. The Serene Escape and Romantic Escape packages at The Capital 15 on Orange include a night’s stay, breakfast, a welcome platter, a 30-minute massage and use of the spa.
Is The Grotto really underground?
Yes. The spa sits below the hotel, which is why it’s dark, quiet and calm inside.
Can I personalise my treatment?
Yes. You choose your room scent, aromatherapy oils and music before your treatment starts.
What types of massage are available at The Grotto in Cape Town?
Personalised full-body massages in 30, 45, 60 or 90-minute sessions. You can add deep tissue, hot stones, cupping, wood therapy, a CBD exfoliation or an anti-cellulite treatment. All treatments take place at The Capital 15 on Orange in Gardens.
Do you offer deep tissue massage?
Yes. Deep tissue is available as an upgrade to any massage. It works on the deeper muscle layers and suits back, neck and shoulder tension.
How much does a massage cost?
Prices can be confirmed from the treatment menu.
Do you offer couples massages?
Yes. You can book side-by-side massages, or the Spa Escape for Two package.
Can I buy a massage voucher as a gift?
Yes. Vouchers can be bought online and used for any treatment on the menu.
What facials are available?
SIX and Guinot facials from 45 to 120 minutes, including exfoliating and rejuvenating facials, Cryo Lift and the Guinot Hydradermie Lift Deluxe.
Can I combine a facial and a massage?
Yes. The Wellness Reset pairs a 45-minute massage with a 45-minute facial, and The Complete Reset pairs a 60-minute massage with a 60-minute facial and a body exfoliation.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, booking is recommended. Walk-ins depend on availability.
Do you offer manicures and pedicures?
Yes. The hand and foot bar offers everything from a 30-minute file, buff and paint to a 75-minute Antioxidant Rejuvenating Manicure and a 60-minute EMS Foot Physiotherapy treatment.
Do you offer waxing?
Yes. Brazilian, Hollywood, full leg, full body and facial waxing.
Can I book just a wax?
No. Waxing and tinting are add-ons to a facial or body treatment.
Do you offer brow and lash tinting?
Yes. Eyebrow tint, lash tint, or both, 15 minutes each, as an add-on.
Do you offer men's grooming?
Yes. There’s a full men’s menu, including facials designed for men’s skin.
Is there a night spa in Cape Town?
Yes. The Grotto’s night spa runs on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. The Recovery & Reset Night Spa includes a welcome drink and starter, a 60-minute massage, use of the spa from 16h00 to 20h00, then dinner at the Emerald Lounge. R2,150 per person or R4,300 per couple.
Can I host a party at the spa?
Yes. The Grotto hosts bachelorettes, baby showers, book clubs and games nights.
