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Ocean View House

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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109-cm Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix
Panorama Apartment | Living area
Panorama Apartment | Balcony view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$507
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

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33 Victoria Road - Bakoven, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005
  • Place, Camps Bay Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Table Mountain
  • Place, Clifton Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Garden Suite | Beach/ocean view

Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Milkwood Suite

Milkwood Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Traveller Room : Mountain View

Traveller Room : Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Panorama Suite

Panorama Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Panorama Apartment | Balcony

Panorama Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 82 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Traveller Room : Pool Deck

Traveller Room : Pool Deck

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Oasis Apartment | Private pool

Oasis Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • 200 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Cape Town

A family-friendly stay in Cape Town awaits you at Ocean View House. You'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Camps Bay Beach and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Lions Head. Highlights at this Art Deco guest house include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 poolside bars and free daily breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with facials, body treatments and aromatherapy. For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Enjoy the lazy river and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and microwave in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Camps Bay guest house include Table Mountain and Cape Town International Convention Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Camps Bay Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Long Street - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 24 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 8 min drive
  • Woodstock Station - 11 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mantra Cafe - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Zenzero - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bovine - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe Cape Town - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Ocean View House

Suburban guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
Ocean View House offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a lazy river. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Ocean View House. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Ocean View House was completed in September 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Cape Town guest house.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • Built in 1994
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Ocean View House offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 109-cm Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Lazy river

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Baby bath
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1994
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - September 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 109-cm smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ocean View House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 800.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 100 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 800.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

House Ocean View
Ocean View Cape Town
Ocean View House Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse
Ocean View Guest House Hotel Bakoven
Ocean View House Camps Bay
Ocean View House Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse
Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ocean View House?

Ocean View House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean View House?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean View House on 10 Nov 2025 start from NZ$507.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ocean View House?

Yep, Ocean View House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean View House?

Yep, Ocean View House is a short 16-minute walk from Camps Bay Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Ocean View House?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials and body treatments, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Ocean View House have a pool?

Ocean View House has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a drink from one of the bars.

Does Ocean View House have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What makes Ocean View House a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and romance packages, as well as massage services available in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ocean View House.

Is Ocean View House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a lazy river, as well as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ocean View House is a hit with families.

Does Ocean View House serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean View House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean View House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean View House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Ocean View House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 296 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Antrania

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect the views are breathtaking, the staff is very pleasant and the breakfast is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Ocean View House in Camps Bay was absolutely incredible! The views were out of this world – from our balcony, we could see the Atlantic Ocean stretching out in front of us, with the iconic Table Mountain and Lion’s Head rising behind. One of the highlights was spotting whales from our balcony – a truly magical experience! The gardens surrounding the property were beautifully kept, adding to the peaceful and scenic atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, always ready to help with a warm smile. Breakfast was brilliant – fresh, delicious, and served in a gorgeous setting. Camps Bay itself is a stunning area, close to the beach, great restaurants, and all of Cape Town’s main attractions. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay – highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leamm, Gordon's Bay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This my favorite place to stay! I love the hotel, the staff, the location and the Energy. If you looking this is the one calling you to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice and cozy place with spectacular view and great customer service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonginkosi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
World class customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill, Lincoln

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is quiet and away from the crowded nightlife. Our family felt secluded, but still a few minutes drive from all of the action. Breakfast at the accommodation is amazing and the service is top-notch. Parking was especially easy! Parking spaces are available behind a gated entry, which means looking of street parking is not needed! Having easy parking was a huge bonus since the streets are narrow, windy, and dark. The gardens around the property are absolutely beautiful. The unique landscape design, quantity of succulents, and the tranquil views are beyond expectations and are a dreamscape.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Onyinye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming Slice of Cape Town

Such a wonderful hotel and lovely staff and experience. It’s a beautiful hotel. I love Cape Town and this hotel was my introduction to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A piece of heaven, close to camps bay cafes

It was truly amazing with breathtaking oven views and sounds p. Also has a natural mountain river running right through it. The staff were all amazing at the reception this coloured lady was so nice and Supreme also had wonderful customer care. Their breakfast though small was one of the best Iv ever experienced. Most fresh ingredients The house keeping was invisible but efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and the staff were amazing
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith, Peoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property high-end items throughout five star breakfast buffet!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous!

This stay was absolutely fabulous. We will definitely book this hotel again for the next trip to Cape Town.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were beautiful. The staff were extremely polite!! Lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, N. Richland Hills

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were amazing views. The room was spacious with a huge balcony & a fireplace in the living room. The breakfast was included & made to order. They were very accommodating with our Gluten Free requirements. The staff was very helpful & friendly. We would definitely stay there when we go back to Cape Town.
Living room
Fireplace & bar area
King size bed
Huge balcony
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS, JASPER

Excellent hotel by the bay. Spacious rooms. Great breakfast. 20min from airport , downtown or cruise port
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 for this Cape Town Gem

This is a gem of a hotel. I have stayed in Cape Town many times and had not heard of it before. We gave it a try and were blown away by the quality of the room, the setting, the linen, the staff, the food, the best cocktails in SA and warm hospitality from all the staff. We would highly recommend Ocean View House. 10/10!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great views but old school and a bit away from center
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

H A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice property , good location disappointing that you must buy bottle water while at the pool when paying so much for the room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, lovely environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latonya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was uniquely designed a beautiful layout. Views were gorgeous and staff was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdelsalam, Kirkland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt like I’m staying with wealthy friends who live on a spectacular ocean-view hill, in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but who also have professional staff ensuring warm yet perfect hospitality. Delicious full-service breakfast overlooking Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. Large rooms with shared terraces. Access to a play room in the evening. Secure parking. Friendly and kind staff. Location about 15 minute drive from downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024