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4-star hotels in Camps Bay
A shortlist of the 4-star hotels in Camps Bay, the white-sand strip below the Twelve Apostles where the day ends with a swim and a sundowner. It is for couples, families and beach-first travellers who want a guest rating already checked.
Staying in Camps Bay
Camps Bay is a kilometre of white sand and granite boulders with the Twelve Apostles ridge standing straight up behind it and a strip of restaurants across Victoria Road that has been the city's sunset ritual since the 1990s. The sand runs about a kilometre from the volleyball nets at the northern end to the boulders at Bakoven, with a lawn strip along Victoria Road holding showers and free parking that fills by nine in January. Lifeguards are on duty in season and the rip currents at the northern corner are real, so swim between the flags.
These 4-star hotels sit along the slopes above that beach and in Bakoven just to the south: addresses on Theresa Avenue, Rontree Avenue, Hove Rd, Geneva Drive, First Crescent, Camps Bay Drive, Woodford Avenue, Chilworth Road and Victoria Road. It suits honeymooners and sun people whose holiday is built around a beach day and a sundowner, couples who want the sea in view, and families who will drive the five minutes to the sheltered tidal pools at Maiden's Cove. Anyone wanting to feel embedded in a city should look elsewhere.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Oceangazer
26 Rontree Avenue Bakoven Cape Town 8040 South Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA quiet Bakoven address on Rontree Avenue, Oceangazer gives you a kitchen, a fireplace and a terrace, so cool Camps Bay evenings are spent indoors in comfort. Guests have rated it 4.7 out of 5 across 406 reviews, which says plenty about how consistently it delivers. It suits self-catering travellers and couples who want their own space rather than a lobby, and the concierge is on hand when you would rather not sort things out yourself.
See OceangazerBayview Penthouses and Rooms
40 Theresa Avenue, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWith an outdoor pool, a jacuzzi and a spa on Theresa Avenue, Bayview Penthouses and Rooms is built for guests who want to settle in and stay a while. Kitchens and kitchenettes in the units make longer stays easy, and the 4.9 out of 5 rating from 58 reviews reflects how well that works. Choose it if you are travelling as a couple or family and want sea-facing leisure time on site, plus parking and a shuttle service for getting around.
See Bayview Penthouses and RoomsBayview Studio
40 Theresa Avenue Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereYou get a kitchenette, a patio and access to an outdoor pool, with parking and wifi included. The 4.9 out of 5 score from 58 reviews is strong for such a small place. It suits independent travellers and couples who plan to be out at the beach or on the road most of the day.
See Bayview StudioSea Star Rocks
26 Theresa Avenue, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereSea Star Rocks on Theresa Avenue leans into holiday mode: an outdoor pool, a garden and the beach nearby, with minibar and room breakfast for slow mornings. Family rooms and a babysitting service make it workable for parents, while cots are available if you are travelling with a baby. The 4.7 out of 5 rating comes from 107 reviews. It fits families and couples who want leisure facilities and easy beach access in one place.
See Sea Star RocksThe Bay Hotel
69 Victoria Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereOn Victoria Road, The Bay Hotel is the big, full-service choice in Camps Bay: 24-hour front desk, a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and a jacuzzi among its facilities. With 1492 reviews and a 4.5 out of 5 rating, it is the most tried and tested property on this list. It suits guests who want a business centre, family rooms and a concierge on tap, and who would rather have everything under one roof than self-cater.
See The Bay HotelSea Five Boutique Hotel
5 Central Drive, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSea Five Boutique Hotel on Central Drive pairs a spa and an outdoor pool with a pool bar, which tells you the pace here is unhurried. Rooms come with bathrobes and slippers, breakfast is served, and the beach is nearby. A 4.7 out of 5 rating from 84 reviews backs it up. It is a good fit for couples and small families who want a boutique setting with parking and a shuttle service for outings.
See Sea Five Boutique Hotel3 On Camps Bay
25 First Crescent Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereSet on First Crescent, 3 On Camps Bay offers an outdoor pool, a lounge and sea views, with balconies, kitchen facilities and room service in the rooms. Family rooms and a business centre cover both holiday and working trips, and free parking removes a common Camps Bay headache. Guests rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 140 reviews. It suits families and longer-stay guests who want space and self-catering flexibility.
See 3 On Camps Bay17 Geneva Middle
17A Geneva Drive, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Step-free access
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay here17 Geneva Middle is a small 4-star property on Geneva Drive with a terrace, free wifi, concierge service and wheelchair access. With 34 reviews and a perfect 5.0 out of 5 rating, it has a short but flawless record so far. The appeal is simplicity: a handful of facilities, done well, for guests who need step-free access or simply prefer a quiet, uncomplicated base in Camps Bay.
See 17 Geneva Middle17 Geneva Drive
17 Geneva Drive, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Beach nearby
- Internet access
Why stay hereThis Geneva Drive address is the active option, with tennis courts, diving and surfing listed among its facilities, plus beach access nearby and parking on site. Non-smoking rooms and a terrace round it out. It holds a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 34 reviews. Stay here if your Camps Bay days are about being in the water or on the court rather than around a pool.
See 17 Geneva Drive17 Geneva Upper
17A Geneva Drive Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay here17 Geneva Upper adds an outdoor pool, a sauna and free parking to its Geneva Drive setting, along with concierge service, laundry and a terrace. Wheelchair access is provided, which is not a given at smaller Camps Bay properties. The 4.9 out of 5 rating comes from 35 reviews. It suits guests who want a sauna and pool on the property and a straightforward, self-contained stay.
See 17 Geneva UpperCamps Bay Retreat Hotel
7 Chilworth Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereCamps Bay Retreat Hotel on Chilworth Road is the most amenity-heavy option here: restaurant, outdoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi and a picnic area, with a garden and sea views. Pets are allowed, which is rare on this list, and family rooms, cots and a babysitting service are available. The 4.4 out of 5 rating is drawn from 584 reviews. It suits families and pet owners who want resort-style facilities and dining on site.
See Camps Bay Retreat HotelRetreat on Hove
11 Hove Rd Bakoven Cape Town 8040 South Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereRetreat on Hove in Bakoven offers a private beach, a spa, a jacuzzi and an outdoor pool, plus a restaurant and bar on the property. Family rooms, special diets and massage cover a range of needs, and parking and wifi are included. It has a 4.4 out of 5 rating from 584 reviews. It is aimed at guests who want beach and spa time without leaving the grounds.
See Retreat on Hove205 Crystal
35 Woodford Avenue Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Business trips
- Kitchen
Why stay here205 Crystal on Woodford Avenue is the practical choice, with a conference hall, lifts, kitchens with dishwasher and microwave, and a restaurant. It has a 4.3 out of 5 rating from 313 reviews. The combination of conference space, kitchen facilities and lifts suits business travellers and longer stays, or anyone who wants straightforward self-catering accommodation rather than a leisure-focused property.
See 205 CrystalRoyal Boutique Hotel
23 Camps Bay Drive, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereRoyal Boutique Hotel on Camps Bay Drive combines an outdoor pool, a jacuzzi and a spa with sea views, a lounge and shuttle service. Family rooms, cots and special diets are available, and parking is free. Its 4.3 out of 5 rating comes from 161 reviews. It works for families and couples who want spa and pool facilities alongside easy access to the beach nearby.
See Royal Boutique HotelSea Castle Hotel Camps Bay
15 Victoria Road Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Sauna
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSea Castle Hotel Camps Bay sits on Victoria Road with a bar and lounge, an outdoor pool and a long list of outdoor activities including diving, fishing, canoeing, golf and horse riding. Family rooms, babysitting and cots make it viable for parents. The 4.2 out of 5 rating reflects 145 reviews. It suits guests who want an activity-led holiday and a central Camps Bay position.
See Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oceangazer | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 406 | – | – | – | – |
| Bayview Penthouses and Rooms | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 58 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Bayview Studio | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 58 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Sea Star Rocks | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 107 | – | Yes | Yes | – |
| The Bay Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,492 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sea Five Boutique Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 84 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| 3 On Camps Bay | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 140 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| 17 Geneva Middle | ★★★★ | 5.0 | 34 | – | – | – | – |
| 17 Geneva Drive | ★★★★ | 5.0 | 34 | Yes | – | – | – |
| 17 Geneva Upper | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 35 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Camps Bay Retreat Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 584 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Retreat on Hove | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 584 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| 205 Crystal | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 313 | – | – | – | – |
| Royal Boutique Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 161 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 145 | – | Yes | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Sea Star Rocks, The Bay Hotel, Camps Bay Retreat Hotel, Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay and Royal Boutique Hotel all list family rooms. Camps Bay Retreat Hotel and The Bay Hotel add cots and babysitting service, and Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay has high chairs as well. Maiden's Cove, five minutes north toward Clifton, is the calm-water option with children.
Sea Star Rocks · The Bay Hotel · Camps Bay Retreat Hotel · Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay · Royal Boutique Hotel
For top guest ratings
The highest scores here belong to 17 Geneva Middle and 17 Geneva Drive, both rated 5.0 from 34 reviews, followed by Bayview Penthouses and Rooms and Bayview Studio at 4.9 and 17 Geneva Upper at 4.9. Oceangazer and Sea Five Boutique Hotel come next at 4.7.
17 Geneva Middle · 17 Geneva Drive · Bayview Penthouses and Rooms · Bayview Studio · 17 Geneva Upper
For pools and spa
Bayview Penthouses and Rooms is the fullest wellness address, with an outdoor pool, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, spa and massage. Sea Five Boutique Hotel, Camps Bay Retreat Hotel and Retreat on Hove add pools with spa or sauna, while Bayview Studio, Sea Star Rocks, Royal Boutique Hotel and 17 Geneva Upper also list outdoor pools. Sea Star Rocks and Royal Boutique Hotel are among those with massage.
Bayview Penthouses and Rooms · Bayview Studio · Sea Star Rocks · Sea Five Boutique Hotel · Camps Bay Retreat Hotel · Retreat on Hove
For parking on site
Bayview Penthouses and Rooms, Bayview Studio, Sea Five Boutique Hotel, 3 On Camps Bay, 17 Geneva Upper, Camps Bay Retreat Hotel and Retreat on Hove all list free car parking. The Bay Hotel, 17 Geneva Drive, Camps Bay Retreat Hotel, Royal Boutique Hotel and Sea Five Boutique Hotel add parking or a garage. Useful here, where the free beach parking fills by nine in January.
Bayview Penthouses and Rooms · Bayview Studio · Sea Five Boutique Hotel · 3 On Camps Bay · 17 Geneva Upper · Camps Bay Retreat Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
The bus does run, but coming home from a City Bowl dinner without wheels is a R200 Uber every time, so a car makes the difference here. The lawn strip along Victoria Road has free parking that fills by nine in January, and several of these hotels answer that with free car parking on site. Maiden's Cove, five minutes north toward Clifton, has its own free parking behind the tidal pools, and it is the best place in the area with small children. The Pipe Track trailhead is at the top of Kloof Nek Road where it meets Tafelberg Road.
When to go
Go early or after 5pm. The south-easter funnels down the ravines from November to February and can blow the beach out entirely by 2pm, while the sun drops behind the sea around 8.15pm in January. The water runs 13 to 16 degrees in summer. June and July are the months this stretch suits least, and a windbreak is worth carrying whenever you come. Shade is minimal on the Pipe Track, so walk it before 9am.
Things to do near Camps Bay
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to Camps Bay beach?
The Bay Hotel on 69 Victoria Road and Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay on 15 Victoria Road sit on the beachfront road itself, and both list beach nearby. 3 On Camps Bay on First Crescent, Bayview Penthouses and Rooms and Sea Star Rocks on Theresa Avenue are just up the slope behind.
Which hotels have free parking?
Bayview Penthouses and Rooms, Bayview Studio, Sea Five Boutique Hotel, 3 On Camps Bay, 17 Geneva Upper, Camps Bay Retreat Hotel and Retreat on Hove list free car parking. The Bay Hotel, 17 Geneva Drive, Royal Boutique Hotel and Sea Five Boutique Hotel also list parking or a garage.
Which hotels have a pool or a spa?
Bayview Penthouses and Rooms has an outdoor pool, a spa, a Jacuzzi and massage. Sea Five Boutique Hotel, Camps Bay Retreat Hotel and Retreat on Hove list pools with spa or sauna, Bayview Studio, Sea Star Rocks, Royal Boutique Hotel and 17 Geneva Upper list outdoor pools, and Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay lists massage.
Which is the best-rated hotel on this list?
17 Geneva Middle and 17 Geneva Drive both score 5.0 out of 5 from 34 reviews. Bayview Penthouses and Rooms and Bayview Studio follow at 4.9 from 58 reviews each, and 17 Geneva Upper is 4.9 from 35 reviews.
Which hotels are best for families?
Sea Star Rocks, The Bay Hotel, Camps Bay Retreat Hotel, Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay and Royal Boutique Hotel all list family rooms. Camps Bay Retreat Hotel and The Bay Hotel add cots and babysitting service, and Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay has high chairs.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Camps Bay Retreat Hotel is the only hotel on this list whose facilities include pets allowed. It also lists family rooms, a garden, free car parking, an outdoor pool, a sauna and a restaurant.
Can I get breakfast at these hotels?
Sea Five Boutique Hotel and Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay list breakfast. Sea Star Rocks, The Bay Hotel and Camps Bay Retreat Hotel list breakfast in room, and Sea Star Rocks adds a buffet.
Which hotel has the most reviews?
The Bay Hotel, with 1492 reviews and a guest rating of 4.5 out of 5. Camps Bay Retreat Hotel and Retreat on Hove follow with 584 reviews each, then Oceangazer with 406.