In progress. For the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon (Cape Town Marathon) 2026 or one of its other races, we are offering you a stay at the heart of South African culture. Whether you prefer short or long distances, on road or trail in the great outdoors, there is something for everyone.
To ensure that Cape Town and its surrounding region hold no more secrets for you, we have prepared a fantastic tour beyond your sporting events. Over 14 days, you will discover the city’s nature, culture, history, and beauty.
Still in the running to join the Abbott World Marathon Majors in 2026, Cape Town is well on its way to becoming the 8th Major.
To avoid penalizing runners and the marathon organizers after the cancellation of the 2025 edition, if Cape Town succeeds in joining the Majors in 2026, all participants in that same edition will be able to add a new star to their record.
This is therefore a fantastic opportunity to take part ahead of the official announcement!
The advantages of this stay:
No time difference between the mainland and Cape Town, a hotel close to the race starts, a welcome reception and another to celebrate after the race.
Enjoy a unique stay in South Africa to discover the wonders of this city and run one of the superb races (Cape Town Marathon on Sunday or another on Saturday). The event organizers offer you a weekend entirely dedicated to sport. Everyone will find an event suited to their interests. This is why the organizers of the marathon and other races count nearly 20,000 road and trail runners.
We’ll kick off on Saturday with the 5km and 10km road races. The courses take place in the city center, starting and finishing in the Green Point neighborhood. These two races are designed to be open to as many people as possible, with particularly comfortable time limits.
On the same day, you also have the option to run one of the three trails: 11 km, 22 km, or 43 km. You will enjoy, effort aside 😉, every kilometer spent in the famous Table Mountain National Park, with panoramic views over the entire city and the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a treat for runners who love wide open spaces and nature. Many species of flora and fauna observed along this trail cannot be found anywhere else on Earth. For the 43 km route, a total elevation gain of 1,895 m awaits you. Runners will depart from Cape Town Stadium above the city, passing through unique flora and fauna, with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. For the 22 km route, the elevation gain is 830 m, and for the 11 km route, it is 390 m. Once your effort is complete, you will return to the Green Point area to cross the finish line.
Sunday will be dedicated to the marathon, with the course planned through the city center of Cape Town. It is the largest marathon on the African continent. You will enjoy the warm sporting hospitality of this country. The 42.2 km Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is a prestigious global city race, open to a wide range of running enthusiasts. Throughout the course, you will discover Cape Town’s famous natural mountain, the Atlantic Ocean, as well as numerous city attractions from the street art to the Madiba statue at City Hall, and the lively atmosphere of Woodstock. The different neighborhoods of the city will hold no secrets for you.
Logistically, you’ll need to pick up your race number directly at the marathon expo and the other races on Friday and Saturday. It’s located at the Cape Town Stadium. Refreshments will be provided along the course. Details will be announced later. You’ll receive a T-shirt and a finisher’s medal at the end of your athletic challenge.
We offer two packages: one with a simple stay in Cape Town, and another including a full tour so that this amazing country will hold no more secrets for you.
You’ll have the opportunity to discover the city of Cape Town, its peninsula with its unique wildlife and flora, learn about the country’s history and Nelson Mandela’s legacy, enjoy musical and culinary cultural experiences, and even meet iconic African animals during a safari.
In short, we’re offering you a trip you’ll never forget.
Discover our full program now!
Trip offered without transportation. You will need to make your own way to the hotel.
Important: please read carefully
If you are traveling alone and ask to share your room with another rider, we will try to accommodate your request, provided we have another participant who has expressed the same wish. Failing this, you will be upgraded to a single room at the single room rate.
Important: please read carefully
If you are traveling alone and ask to share your room with another rider, we will try to accommodate your request, provided we have another participant who has expressed the same wish. Failing this, you will be upgraded to a single room at the single room rate.
StayEasy Cape Town City Bowl is a modern and comfortable hotel located in the heart of the city center, close to Long Street and the V&A Waterfront. Its varied buffet breakfast is perfect for starting the day off right. The rooms are bright, well-equipped, and offer excellent comfort for the price. Its strategic location provides easy access to the main tourist attractions. Cape Town Stadium is just 2 km away: you can walk there in about 20 minutes or reach it in a few minutes by MyCiTi bus or taxi.
