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4- and 5-star hotels in Muizenberg
A shortlist of four- and five-star hotels in Muizenberg, the surf suburb on False Bay, plus a few nearby Lakeside and Marina da Gama addresses. It covers everyone from families and couples to business travellers who want the beach on foot and an easy train or drive into central Cape Town.
Staying in Muizenberg
Muizenberg is where Cape Town learns to surf. Surfers' Corner breaks over a long sandbank in waist-deep water, the beach runs flat and wide toward Strandfontein and False Bay sits at 17 to 20 degrees in summer, several degrees warmer than Camps Bay. Around Beach Road and York Road you find flat whites, secondhand bookshops, three surf shops within eighty metres and Empire Cafe serving eggs from 7am. Two streets inland, past the railway line and onto Main Road, it turns into fried chicken, tyre fitment and taxis hooting, and that contrast is the whole place.
The listed properties cluster around the water and the mountain slope behind it. Names and addresses put most of them on or off Beach Road, St Georges Street, Royal Road, Prince George Drive and Holland Road in Muizenberg itself, with Capeblue Manor House and Colona Castle in Lakeside and Lakeside Rest and Vlei Cove near Marina da Gama and Admirals Walk. They suit surfers and families who want the sand within reach, couples after quiet garden or terrace space, and business travellers who need parking and quick access out along Main Road.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Colona Castle
Verwood Street Off Boyes Drive Lakeside 1, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereColona Castle is the only 5-star address on this list, set on Verwood Street off Boyes Drive above Lakeside. Guests have a garden, a bar and a golf course, plus a beach within easy reach. Family rooms, babysitting and a concierge make it work for parents who want space, while the balcony and air conditioning suit anyone who prefers a quieter stay above the False Bay coastline.
See Colona Castle7 on Henwick
7 Henwick Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay here7 on Henwick earns a 4.6 out of 5 across 142 reviews, one of the best-established 4-star guesthouses here. It sits on Henwick Road with a kitchen and a fireplace indoors and a garden, terrace and picnic area outside. Surfers and divers are well placed for the bay, and the self-catering setup plus family rooms and cots suits longer stays with children.
See 7 on HenwickLakeside Rest
15 Karper St Marina Da Gama Cape Town 7945 South Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLakeside Rest on Karper Street in Marina Da Gama holds a perfect 5.0 from its 2 reviews, a small 4-star property with an outdoor pool and garden. Bicycle hire encourages exploring the waterways and nearby vlei at your own pace. Free parking and free wifi keep things simple, and the quiet setting suits couples or solo travellers who want a low-key base.
See Lakeside RestCapeblue Manor House
10 Thaxter Road Lakeside Muizenbergcape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereCapeblue Manor House is a 4-star guesthouse on Thaxter Road in Lakeside, a short hop from Muizenberg's beachfront. A library and terrace give it a settled, house-like feel, and the garden is a calm spot after a day out. Breakfast is served on site, laundry and dry cleaning are available, and wheelchair access plus free parking make it straightforward for guests with mobility needs.
See Capeblue Manor HouseLuxury 1BR Green Point Walk to Sea Point Promenade Rooftop Pool Secure Parking
197 Main Road The Odyssey, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 4-star Green Point apartment on Main Road gives you a rooftop pool and secure parking, with the Sea Point promenade within walking distance. Inside there is a full kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, so a week here feels residential rather than hotel-like. A 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security add reassurance, and it suits couples or small families who want self-catering in the city.
See Luxury 1BR Green Point Walk to Sea Point Promenade Rooftop Pool Secure ParkingThe Place Muizenberg
8 Holland Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Place Muizenberg on Holland Road is a 4-star option with both an outdoor pool and a swimming pool, plus a kitchen or kitchenette in the units. Family rooms, a sofa bed and wheelchair access make it easy to bring the whole group, and the beach is nearby. Housekeeping, laundry and luggage storage are handled for you, and special diets can be catered for.
See The Place MuizenbergAtlantic Views 6
St James Rd, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAtlantic Views 6 is a 4-star property on St James Road with an outdoor pool, concierge service and luggage storage. Free parking is included, which matters if you are driving the coast between Muizenberg and St James. With a small, apartment-style setup, it fits travellers who want a base for the southern peninsula rather than a full-service hotel. Note that some services carry a surcharge.
See Atlantic Views 6Coral Sands on Muizenberg
St Georges St, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereCoral Sands on Muizenberg sits on St Georges Street and pairs an outdoor pool with a garden, terrace and picnic area. A 24-hour front desk, lifts and wheelchair access make arrival and movement easy, and laundry is available for longer trips. It is a practical 4-star choice for families and beachgoers who want space to relax outdoors after time on the sand.
See Coral Sands on MuizenbergBlue Bay View Guesthouse
Boyes Drive; 200, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBlue Bay View Guesthouse stands on Boyes Drive with a terrace oriented towards the coast, a restful 4-star base for couples. Non-smoking rooms and housekeeping keep the stay tidy, and a shuttle service is offered for getting around. Free wifi and free parking come as standard. Because the property is on the mountain side of the drive, a car is useful for reaching the beach and village.
See Blue Bay View GuesthouseThe Waves Muizenberg Beachfront
Empire Building Apartment S103, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThe Waves Muizenberg Beachfront occupies apartment S103 in the Empire Building, with the beach right nearby. This 4-star apartment has a full kitchen with oven, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a patio and lift access. It is built for self-catering stays of several nights, suiting couples or small families who want to step out and be on the sand almost immediately.
See The Waves Muizenberg BeachfrontChamomile Cottage 2
85 Prince George Dr, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereChamomile Cottage 2 on Prince George Drive is a 4-star cottage with a garden, patio and garage parking. The kitchen includes an oven and microwave, and family rooms plus a sofa bed give flexibility for children. Fans in the rooms and non-smoking throughout keep it comfortable. It works best for guests who want a quiet, self-contained cottage and are happy to drive to the beach.
See Chamomile Cottage 2Vlei Cove Guesthouse
18 Admirals Walk, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereVlei Cove Guesthouse on Admirals Walk has a lake setting, a garden, a terrace and a swimming pool, all in a 4-star property. Canoe and fishing gear suit guests who want time on the water, and the kitchen or kitchenette supports self-catering. Laundry service and free parking are included. Apartments here suit families and couples who prefer a waterside base to a beachfront one.
See Vlei Cove GuesthouseRoyal at Sea
15 Royal Road Muizenberg, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereRoyal at Sea on Royal Road is a 4-star address with the beach nearby, plus a kitchen or kitchenette and a bar on site. Golf and mini golf are close at hand for guests who want more than the sea, and the garden and non-smoking rooms keep the atmosphere relaxed. Express check-in, laundry and free parking round it off for couples and families on a beach-and-golf break.
See Royal at SeaLakeside Mountain Loft
1 Boulder Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereLakeside Mountain Loft on Boulder Road offers 4-star apartment living with a balcony, patio and a dishwasher-equipped kitchen. A garage and free parking are provided, and the beach is nearby for days on the sand. Golf is also within reach. The layout suits couples or small families who want a self-catering stay and don't mind being slightly back from the seafront.
See Lakeside Mountain LoftPro Moni’s Guesthouse
5 Alphen Hof, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Kitchen
Why stay hereAir conditioning and a kitchen or kitchenette make longer stays comfortable, and the location suits guests keen on golf, mini golf, bowling, diving and horse riding around Muizenberg. Laundry and luggage storage are on hand, and it works for active travellers who want activities close by.
See Pro Moni’s Guesthouse
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colona Castle | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 7 on Henwick | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Lakeside Rest | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Capeblue Manor House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Luxury 1BR Green Point Walk to Sea Point Promenade Rooftop Pool Secure Parking | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| The Place Muizenberg | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Atlantic Views 6 | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Coral Sands on Muizenberg | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Blue Bay View Guesthouse | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| The Waves Muizenberg Beachfront | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Chamomile Cottage 2 | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Vlei Cove Guesthouse | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Royal at Sea | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Lakeside Mountain Loft | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Pro Moni’s Guesthouse | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Family rooms appear at The Place Muizenberg, Chamomile Cottage 2 and 7 on Henwick. The Place Muizenberg adds a pool and sits on Holland Road close to the beach, Chamomile Cottage 2 has a garden and garage off Prince George Drive, and Lakeside Rest and Coral Sands on Muizenberg bring outdoor pools and quiet settings on Karper St and St Georges St.
The Place Muizenberg · Chamomile Cottage 2 · Lakeside Rest · Coral Sands on Muizenberg
Best for couples
Capeblue Manor House pairs a garden, library and terrace on Thaxter Road in Lakeside with breakfast, while Lakeside Mountain Loft and Royal at Sea offer balcony or apartment space on Boulder Road and Royal Road. Vlei Cove Guesthouse on Admirals Walk adds a pool and lake access, all suited to two people wanting calm rather than the busy end of the beach.
Capeblue Manor House · Lakeside Mountain Loft · Royal at Sea · Vlei Cove Guesthouse
Surf and beach
Royal at Sea, The Waves Muizenberg Beachfront and The Place Muizenberg all list beach nearby, and their addresses on Royal Road, the Empire Building and Holland Road keep the sand close. Blue Bay View Guesthouse on Boyes Drive and Atlantic Views 6 on St James Rd look over the same coastline from slightly higher ground, with parking and outdoor pools at some.
Royal at Sea · The Waves Muizenberg Beachfront · The Place Muizenberg · Blue Bay View Guesthouse · Atlantic Views 6
Business and parking
Free car parking is standard across the list. Colona Castle off Boyes Drive in Lakeside is the only five-star and carries a business centre, express check-in and concierge among a long facility list. 7 on Henwick adds express check-in and a kitchen, Pro Moni's Guesthouse has 24-hour security and a bar, and Lakeside Mountain Loft and the Green Point apartment include garages or secure parking.
Colona Castle · 7 on Henwick · Pro Moni’s Guesthouse · Luxury 1BR Green Point Walk to Sea Point Promenade Rooftop Pool Secure Parking · Lakeside Mountain Loft
Where to stay in Muizenberg
Lakeside
Inland of the beach and behind the vlei, ten minutes from Beach Road. The vlei off Axminster Road offers flat water for kayaks and paddleboards when the southeaster makes the open beach unusable. The address here names Lakeside and includes Colona Castle off Boyes Drive, Capeblue Manor House on Thaxter Road and Lakeside Mountain Loft on Boulder Road.
Our picks here: Colona Castle · Capeblue Manor House
Marina Da Gama
The canal and vlei side of the suburb, where the water is flat and the pace slower. Lakeside Rest on Karper St is the listed property here, with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it works for guests who want the vlei rather than the surf break in front of their room.
Our picks here: Lakeside Rest
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
The suburb sits at the top of the False Bay coast about 25 km south of the Grand Parade, so most visitors arrive by car along the M3 or the Main Road and park at their hotel, and nearly every listed property offers free car parking. The railway line runs through the middle, which is also the practical way to reach neighbouring St James and the rest of the southern peninsula, and a shuttle service is listed at Blue Bay View Guesthouse. Within the village, Beach Road, York Road and Main Road are walkable, and the catwalk north to the St James tidal pool takes about ten minutes on foot.
When to go
Summer is the obvious season for the beach. False Bay then sits at 17 to 20 degrees, several degrees warmer than Camps Bay, but the southeaster arrives from about 11am and can blow hard across the bay for days, so early mornings are best. Winter shortens the light: the sun drops behind the Steenberg ridge and the beach loses light in mid-afternoon, with no sunset drink on the sand. The Blue Bird Garage market on Albertyn Road runs on Fridays from 4pm to about 10pm and draws the whole suburb.
Things to do near Muizenberg
- Driving the False Bay Coast: Muizenberg to Simon's Town by Car and Train
- Kalk Bay and Muizenberg in a Day: Trains, Tides and Timing
- Muizenberg and Kalk Bay with Children: A Workable Day on the False Bay Coast
- Muizenberg in October: Surf Lessons and Coastal Life
- Muizenberg to Simon's Town by Train: A Practical Guide to the Southern Line
- Surf-friendly hotels in Muizenberg and the far south, ranked
- Where to stay in Muizenberg: Surfers' Corner and beyond
- Muizenberg Beach
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
Almost all of them. Free car parking is listed at Colona Castle, 7 on Henwick, Lakeside Rest, Capeblue Manor House, The Place Muizenberg, Coral Sands on Muizenberg, Blue Bay View Guesthouse, The Waves Muizenberg Beachfront and others. Chamomile Cottage 2 and Lakeside Mountain Loft also have a garage.
Where can I swim in a pool?
Outdoor pools are listed at Lakeside Rest, The Place Muizenberg, Atlantic Views 6, Coral Sands on Muizenberg and Vlei Cove Guesthouse. The Green Point apartment has an outdoor pool and a swimming pool on its facility list, so five of the four-star properties offer a pool.
Are pets allowed?
No hotel on this list names pets among its facilities. Several are non smoking rooms or have smoking areas instead, but none of the data supports bringing a dog or cat, so you would need to ask the property directly before booking.
Which hotel is best for families?
The Place Muizenberg, Chamomile Cottage 2, 7 on Henwick and Coral Sands on Muizenberg all list family rooms, and the first three have a kitchen or kitchenette. The Place Muizenberg also has a pool and is on Holland Road, close to the beach and the pavilion.
What is the top-rated pick by guests?
Only two properties carry a guest rating in the data. Lakeside Rest shows 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews, and 7 on Henwick shows 4.6 out of 5 from 142 reviews, so the latter has by far the larger and more proven sample.
Which are closest to the centre of Muizenberg?
Addresses on St Georges St, Royal Road, Holland Road, Thaxter Road and the Empire Building sit in or beside the village around Beach Road and Main Road. The Lakeside and Marina Da Gama properties, such as Colona Castle, Capeblue Manor House and Lakeside Rest, lie further inland.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Colona Castle, 7 on Henwick and Capeblue Manor House, and Colona Castle also offers breakfast in room and a buffet. The apartment-style properties such as The Place Muizenberg, Royal at Sea and Vlei Cove Guesthouse provide kitchens instead, so you can cook for yourself.
Is there a spa or wellness facility?
None of the listed properties names a spa, sauna or massage service among its facilities. Colona Castle, the only five-star here, does list a hairdryer, bathrobe, bath and a garden, and Pro Moni's Guesthouse adds aerobics and archery, but nothing in the data describes a spa.