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5-star hotels in Camps Bay
A shortlist of 5-star hotels in Camps Bay, from the Twelve Apostles ridge to Victoria Road and the streets behind the beach. It is for honeymooners, sun people and anyone building a Cape Town trip around a beach day and a sundowner.
Staying in Camps Bay
Camps Bay is a kilometre of white sand and granite boulders with the Twelve Apostles ridge rising straight up behind it and a strip of restaurants across Victoria Road that has been the city's sunset ritual since the 1990s. The beach is blue-flag and enormous, and the water runs 13 to 16 degrees. The south-easter funnels down the ravines from November to February and can blow the beach out by 2pm, which is why locals go early or after 5pm; the four tidal pools at Maiden's Cove, minutes north toward Clifton, are the answer with children.
These hotels sit on the slopes and streets just above and behind the beachfront — Francolin Rd, Link Street, Argyle Road, Victoria Road, The Promenade, Central Drive, Houghton Drive and Road, Brook Street, St. Fillians Road, Blinkwater Road, Hely Hutchinson Ave, Kloofnek Road and Fulham Rd in Bakoven — so most are a short walk from the sand and the restaurant strip. It suits honeymooners and sun people whose holiday is built around a beach day and a sundowner; travellers without a car, anyone travelling in June and July, and anyone on a budget should look elsewhere.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel
31 Francolin Rd, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereUp on Francolin Rd, this boutique hotel pairs a 5-star address with one of the strongest guest ratings on this list, 4.8 from 282 reviews. Guests have a fitness centre and a garden to themselves, and the beach is nearby when you want the sand. The 24-hour front desk and concierge make late arrivals and day plans easy. It suits couples and independent travellers who want a quiet perch above Camps Bay rather than a big-resort scene.
See Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique HotelSouth Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel
6 Link Street, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA 5-star boutique hotel on Link Street with 4.7 from 402 reviews, the most-reviewed property among the smaller Camps Bay stays. The beach is nearby, and a concierge plus express check-in keep the practical side simple. Best for families and groups who want apartment-style space with hotel service.
See South Beach Camps Bay Boutique HotelPod Camps Bay
3 Argyle Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay herePod Camps Bay keeps things contemporary on Argyle Road, and its 4.7 rating from 310 reviews reflects that. The outdoor pool and pool bar give the property a resort feel, while the sea and the nearby beach set the tone. Couples and design-minded travellers who want a compact, social 5-star base close to the water will feel at home here.
See Pod Camps BayThe Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Victoria Road Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is the heavyweight of this list, with 3186 reviews and a 4.6 rating, and it earns its place through range: a spa, massage, an outdoor pool and a garden on Victoria Road. Families are catered for with family rooms and babysitting, and the restaurant side covers breakfast, lunch and dinner. It suits guests who want full-service 5-star facilities and a resort rhythm rather than a small guesthouse.
See The Twelve Apostles Hotel and SpaThe Marly
201 The Promenade Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet on The Promenade, The Marly mixes 5-star polish with the everyday convenience of an ATM, a market and public transport within the property's offering. A 4.6 rating from 280 reviews backs it up. The outdoor pool, garden and massage service handle the downtime, while family rooms and babysitting suit those travelling with children. It is a practical choice for guests who want shops, restaurants and the beach nearby without giving up hotel comforts.
See The MarlyLiving Hotel Lions Eye
15 Houghton Drive, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereLiving Hotel Lions Eye on Houghton Drive offers 5-star self-catering flexibility: kitchens, a jacuzzi and an outdoor pool, plus a gymnasium and fitness centre for guests who keep to a routine. The 4.6 rating comes from 151 reviews. A garden and picnic area add outdoor space, and the beach is nearby. It works well for longer stays and for travellers who prefer to cook some of their own meals.
See Living Hotel Lions EyeOn the Rocks
47 Brook Street Cape Town 8040, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereOn the Rocks is a 5-star property with a perfect 5.0 rating, though from only 4 reviews, so treat it as a small, largely untested option. What stands out is the self-contained setup: kitchen, dishwasher, fridge, microwave and a fireplace, with a swimming pool and terrace outside. Pets are allowed. It is aimed at guests who want a house-like stay in Camps Bay and are travelling with a dog.
See On the Rocks43 Central Drive
43 Central Dr. Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Air conditioning
Why stay here43 Central Drive is a compact 5-star address on Central Dr. Camps Bay, rated 4.3 from 7 reviews. The draw is the outdoor pool plus a concierge and 24-hour front desk to handle requests, with lifts, housekeeping and laundry service covering the basics. Given how few reviews there are, it suits guests who want a straightforward, well-located 5-star base and do not need a long list of facilities.
See 43 Central DriveThe Oracle
15 Houghton Road Cape Town 8040, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Oracle on Houghton Road is a 5-star property rated 5.0, from a single review, so the score says little. Its appeal is the apartment-style format: a kitchen, fireplace, balcony, spa and outdoor pool, with lifts and housekeeping included. Pets are allowed and the hotel is non-smoking. It is best for guests who want privacy and their own kitchen rather than a staffed hotel environment.
See The OracleAtlantic House
20 St. Fillians Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAtlantic House sits on St. Fillians Road and offers 5-star facilities without a published guest rating to go on. The outdoor pool, sauna and garden give it a restful feel, and a library and lounge add quiet indoor corners. Express check-in, free Wi-Fi and parking smooth the arrival. It suits guests who value calm communal spaces and a wheelchair-accessible property over a busy, service-heavy hotel.
See Atlantic HouseBlinkwater Villa
13 Blinkwater Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBlinkwater Villa is a 5-star self-catering option on Blinkwater Road with no guest rating listed. Kitchens, a dishwasher, microwave and oven support proper cooking, and the outdoor pool, garden and patio extend the living space outside. Families get family rooms, cots and high chairs, and pets are allowed. It fits groups or families who want a villa-style stay with easy access to the beach nearby.
See Blinkwater VillaAtlantic Suites Camps Bay
30 Hely Hutchinson Ave Cape Town 8005 Hely Hutchinson Ave Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Business trips
Why stay hereAtlantic Suites Camps Bay on Hely Hutchinson Ave is a 5-star property with no guest rating available. Its facilities point to a more conventional hotel setup: a restaurant, conference hall, reception area, lifts and currency exchange. That makes it a reasonable fit for business travellers or groups who need meeting space and on-site dining, rather than a boutique or self-catering stay.
See Atlantic Suites Camps Bay129 on Kloof Nek Apartments
129 Kloofnek Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay here129 on Kloof Nek Apartments is a 5-star apartment building on Kloofnek Road with no guest rating published. Kitchens and kitchenettes, a dishwasher, jacuzzi and fireplace give each unit real self-sufficiency, and the outdoor pool, garden and barbecue-friendly setup suit longer stays.
See 129 on Kloof Nek ApartmentsAzamare Guest House
133 Victoria Road Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAzamare Guest House on Victoria Road is a 5-star guesthouse with no listed guest rating. Sea is among its attributes, and the outdoor pool, terrace, jacuzzi and lounge make the most of the setting. Breakfast is provided, and a fireplace, minibar and kitchen round out the rooms. It suits guests who prefer a small guesthouse with sea-facing leisure space to a large hotel.
See Azamare Guest HouseHollywood Mansion
21 Fulham Rd Bakoven Cape Town 8005 South Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereHollywood Mansion in Bakoven is a 5-star property with no published guest rating. Its scale is the point: a spa, outdoor pool and garden, plus a library, meeting room and business centre for guests mixing work with leisure. Kitchens and a dishwasher support longer self-catering stays, and free parking and Wi-Fi come as standard. It fits groups and families who want space and privacy.
See Hollywood Mansion
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.8 | 282 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 402 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Pod Camps Bay | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 310 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 3,186 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The Marly | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 280 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Living Hotel Lions Eye | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 151 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| On the Rocks | ★★★★★ | 5.0 | 4 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| 43 Central Drive | ★★★★★ | 4.3 | 7 | – | – | Yes | – |
| The Oracle | ★★★★★ | 5.0 | 1 | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| Atlantic House | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Blinkwater Villa | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Atlantic Suites Camps Bay | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| 129 on Kloof Nek Apartments | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Azamare Guest House | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Hollywood Mansion | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel (4.8 from 282 reviews), South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel (4.7 from 402 reviews) and Pod Camps Bay (4.7 from 310 reviews) all pair balconies and sea or beach proximity with bars and lounges. Atlanticview adds a garden and fitness centre; South Beach and Pod both have an outdoor pool.
Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel · South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel · Pod Camps Bay
For families
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa has family rooms, babysitting service, a cot, an outdoor pool and a garden, and carries by far the most guest feedback here (4.6 from 3186 reviews). The Marly adds family rooms, cots, babysitting and an outdoor pool near The Promenade. Blinkwater Villa offers family rooms, high chairs, a kitchen and a picnic area.
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa · The Marly · Blinkwater Villa
Best guest ratings
On the Rocks and The Oracle both sit at 5.0, though on only 4 and 1 reviews. Among hotels with substantial feedback, Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel leads at 4.8 from 282 reviews, followed by South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel and Pod Camps Bay at 4.7 from 402 and 310 reviews.
On the Rocks · The Oracle · Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel · South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel · Pod Camps Bay
For extended stays
South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel, Living Hotel Lions Eye and On the Rocks have kitchens, and On the Rocks and The Oracle also allow pets. South Beach and Living Hotel Lions Eye add dishwashers and free car parking, which suits longer self-catering stays in Camps Bay.
South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel · Living Hotel Lions Eye · On the Rocks · The Oracle
Where to stay in Camps Bay
Victoria Road
The beachfront strip: Cafe Caprice, Bilboa, Paranga and Zenzero are shoulder to shoulder opposite the sand, the lawn strip along Victoria Road has showers and free parking that fills by nine in January, and the sand runs about a kilometre from the volleyball nets at the northern end to the boulders at Bakoven. Expect a queue for a table from 5.30pm December to February.
Our picks here: The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa · Azamare Guest House
Bakoven
Bakoven is the northern end of the bay, where the sand finishes among the boulders. It sits just north on Victoria Road between Camps Bay and Clifton, near the four sheltered tidal pools at Maiden's Cove with lawns, braai stands, toilets and free parking — warmer and calmer than the open beach, and the best place in the area with small children.
Our picks here: Hollywood Mansion
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 stay far easier. Free parking is available at several hotels here, including Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel, South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel, Pod Camps Bay, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, The Marly and Living Hotel Lions Eye. For walking, the Pipe Track trailhead is at the top of Kloof Nek Road where it meets Tafelberg Road, contouring for about 6 km beneath the Twelve Apostles with Camps Bay laid out below.
When to go
Go in the summer months for the beach, but plan around the wind: the south-easter funnels down the ravines from November to February and can blow the beach out entirely by 2pm, which is why locals go early or after 5pm. The sun drops behind the sea around 8.15pm in January. June and July are the months to skip. In season, lifeguards are on duty, and the rip currents at the northern corner are real, so swim between the flags.
Things to do near Camps Bay
Questions, answered
Which Camps Bay 5-star hotel is closest to the beach?
Several addresses sit right on the beachfront strip, including The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa and The Marly on Victoria Road and The Promenade, and Azamare Guest House at 133 Victoria Road. South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel on Link Street and Pod Camps Bay on Argyle Road are just behind it.
Do these hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel, South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel, Pod Camps Bay, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, The Marly, Living Hotel Lions Eye, On the Rocks and Atlantic House. South Beach, Pod Camps Bay, The Marly and Living Hotel Lions Eye also list a garage.
Which hotels allow pets?
On the Rocks on Brook Street and The Oracle on Houghton Road both list pets allowed. They are the only two hotels in this shortlist with that facility, so travellers bringing an animal should start there.
Which Camps Bay hotel has the best guest rating?
On the Rocks and The Oracle both record 5.0 out of 5, but on only 4 and 1 reviews. Among hotels with substantial feedback, Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel leads at 4.8 from 282 reviews, ahead of South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel and Pod Camps Bay at 4.7 from 402 and 310 reviews.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa lists family rooms, babysitting service, a cot, an outdoor pool and a garden, and has 3186 reviews. The Marly adds family rooms, cots, babysitting and an outdoor pool, and Blinkwater Villa offers family rooms, high chairs, a kitchen and a picnic area.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
An outdoor pool is listed at South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel, Pod Camps Bay, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, The Marly, Living Hotel Lions Eye, 43 Central Drive, The Oracle, Atlantic House, Blinkwater Villa, Azamare Guest House and Hollywood Mansion. The Oracle and Hollywood Mansion also list a spa, and Atlantic House a sauna.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Pod Camps Bay, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, The Marly, Living Hotel Lions Eye and Azamare Guest House. Breakfast in room is offered at Atlanticview Cape Town Boutique Hotel, South Beach Camps Bay Boutique Hotel, Pod Camps Bay, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, The Marly and Living Hotel Lions Eye.
Is Camps Bay water warm enough to swim?
The water here runs 13 to 16 degrees and colder when the south-easter drives upwelling. People swim in short bursts and it is genuinely invigorating rather than pleasant. The four tidal pools at Maiden's Cove, five minutes north toward Clifton, are warmer and calmer, and the best place in the area with small children.