Where to stay in Cape Town

Aerial view of Cape Town. Photo: kurt arendse / unsplash

Cape Town is an incredibly traveller-friendly city and has accommodation to suit every traveller interest and budget. From five-star hotels in the heart of the city to glamping tents just a hop, skip and jump away from the city, you can find it all here.

Hotels

If on-site amenities and privacy are what you’re looking for when choosing accommodation, then staying at a hotel is your best option. Hotels tend to offer fabulous amenities such as room service, swimming pools, restaurants and bars, gyms and personal concierge services. Here are a few options for hotels in Cape Town:

12 Apostles Hotel & Spa

Hotel Sky Cape Town

Signature Lux Hotel by ONOMO Foreshore

Bed & Breakfasts

Bed and breakfast establishments are a popular choice for many when it comes to accommodation. You’re allowed private rooms and ensuite bathrooms and a delicious breakfast in the morning. Some B&B’s even offer hotel amenities like a swimming pool and all-meal food services. Here are some options for Bed & Breakfasts in Cape Town:

Villa Lion View Private Luxury Retreat

Brenwin Guest House

Panorama Guest House

Self-catering

Self-catering accommodation is perfect for those who want ultimate freedom and privacy wherever they’re staying. Usually in the form of entire houses, apartments or chalets, self-catering allows you total run of the place, including cooking, cleaning and use of any facilities. These are some options for self-catering accommodation in Cape Town:

The Residences at Crystal Towers

Oak Manor

Urban Oasis

Backpacking

If you love meeting new people and making friends wherever you go, backpacker or hostel accommodation is an ideal option for you. Typically, you pay for a single bed in a room which others will share, but most backpackers also offer private rooms as well. Here are some options for backpackers in Cape Town:

91 Loop Boutique Hostel

Zebra Crossing

Urban Hive Backpackers

Camping

Staying outdoors amongst fauna and flora, under the stars and sky has huge appeal for many – especially in beautiful South Africa! Whether you’re glamping or really want to rough it, camping really allows you to appreciate all that Mother Nature has to offer. Here’s a few options for camping spots in Cape Town:

Slangkop Tented Camp (Hoerikwaggo Trail)

Imhoff Caravan Park Kommetjie

Silwerstroom Resort and Caravan Camping

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