Where to Stay in Cape Town: The Ultimate Neighbourhood Guide
Dominique Fuchs, 5 February 2026
Reading time: 5 minutes
The beautiful Mother City charms visitors from around the globe. With its iconic natural beauty, Blue Flag beaches, world-class cuisine, and award-winning vineyards, Cape Town truly offers something for everyone.
To help you plan your escape, we’ve compiled a list of stunning stays across the city’s most popular suburbs. Whether you’re looking for a luxury hotel or a cosy self-catering cottage, here is your guide to the best Cape Town neighbourhoods.
The Atlantic Seaboard: Sea Point & Green Point
Best for: Sunsets, morning jogs on the promenade, and vibrant café culture.
President Hotel Cape Town, Sea Point
The President Hotel is the perfect place to stay when exploring Sea Point. This luxury hotel boasts mountain and sea views and also offers easy access to Cape Town’s attractions and stunning beaches.
Guests can choose between rooms that sleep two to six guests. The rooms offer a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and tea- and coffee-making facilities to make your stay extra comfortable.
Take a dip in the stunning infinity pool, grab a drink at the bar or enjoy delicious meals at the restaurant.
Pineapple House Boutique Hotel, Sea Point
This eclectic and colourful boutique hotel boasts breathtaking views of Lion’s Head and is within walking distance of the famous Sea Point Promenade. This hotel boasts four stunning units that can each accommodate up to two guests. Each room features an en-suite bathroom, a TV and Wi-Fi.
Guests can relax in the lounge area or cool down in the swimming pool. Breakfast is included in the rate, and the hotel is also close to an abundanceof restaurants and coffee shops.
Beaumont Cottages 2, Green Point
Beaumont Cottages 2 is an artsy self-catering cottage located near restaurants, bars, and shops. This ground-floor cottage sleeps four guests and comprises two en-suite bedrooms.
Outside, there is a spacious patio where guests can enjoy their meals, a sun lounger, an outdoor shower, and a braai.
Luxury & Style: Camps Bay
Best for: Beach lovers, sundowners, and upscale dining.
Camps Bay Village, Camps Bay
If staying just across the road from Camps Bay Tidal Pool and the lively Camps Bay Strip, filled with vibey restaurants, sounds like music to your ears, then Camps Bay Village is the spot for you. This property offers a variety of self-catering units, each sleeping two to six guests.
Some units have their own braai facilities and hot tubs. There are also two swimming pools and a braai area for guests to use.
Culture & History: Bo-Kaap & City Bowl
Best for: History buffs, photographers, and city explorers.
Amina Boutique Hotel, Bo-Kaap
The Bo-Kaap neighbourhood is characterised by colourful houses and quaint streets. Nestled in this history-rich area is a 120-year-old hotel: Amina Boutique Hotel. This boutique hotel consists of five beautiful rooms and transports you back in time. Each room sleeps two guests and boasts a Nespresso machine, a bar fridge and a Smart TV.
The hotel also offers a continental breakfast every morning, a swimming pool, sun loungers, an infrared sauna, a wishing well and a hammock with an amazing view of Table Mountain and Cape Town.
Kat Kondo, City Bowl
This retro and unique studio apartment is nestled in the heart of Cape Town’s CBD, within walking distance of numerous shops and restaurants. Originally an old tea factory building dating back to 1910, this quirky apartment is the perfect stay for cat lovers keen to explore the Mother City.
It sleeps four guests and is furnished with a king-size bed and a double sleeper couch. Stacking doors lead to a sunny balcony with seating and a braai, as well as a view of the city.
Local Hidden Gems: Vredehoek & Woodstock
Best for: Digital nomads, families, and mountain views.
Cottage 8 Virginia Avenue, Vredehoek
This spacious self-catering house in Vredehoek is the perfect getaway for family or friends, and an extra plus is that your furry friends are welcome too! It accommodates eight guests and consists of four bedrooms and three bathrooms.
A washing machine and tumble dryer are also available for extra convenience. Guests can relax in the backyard with seating and a braai area, as well as a swimming pool.
Aesthetic Luxury Woodstock Haven, Woodstock
This contemporary self-catering apartment is ideal for couples or corporate travellers. It can accommodate two guests and comprises a bedroom with a king-size bed. The bathroom is fitted with a shower, basin and toilet, and there is also a kitchen to prepare meals. The private balcony offers sweeping views of the city skyline.
Plan Your Cape Town Escape
Cape Town has so much to offer – from the salty air of the Atlantic Seaboard to the historic charm of the Bo-Kaap. Pick the neighbourhood that fits your travel style and book your lekke stay today.
Main photo: President Hotel Cape Town
