The port city of Cape Town is the oldest city in South Africa and affectionately known as the ‘Mother City’ by locals. Frequently featured on the ‘must visit’ lists of many travel publications, Cape Town is a very popular tourist destination in South Africa. From the Table Mountain to the Cape Peninsula, Cape Town has many sights and activities to woo tourists. Hiking across the slopes of the Table Mountain, wine tasting through the wineries of this famous wine-producing city, lazing around on the beaches, going on a safari, shopping at the many luxury stores, or taking in the magnificent view at the Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town has something for every visitor. One is simply spoilt for choice in terms of accommodations in this vibrant city, where a wide range of options to suit every budget are readily available. As such, choosing to stay at a guesthouse is not only economical but also beneficial in terms of the local knowledge that your host could provide to you. Come and check out our recommendations of guesthouses in Cape Town, South Africa.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on September 27, 2024.
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1. Spacious apartment with Table Mountain views (from USD 34)
Live comfortably in this spacious one-bedroom apartment in Bloubergstrand, Cape Town. The unique feature of this apartment is its upper seating area that has views of the beach as well as the Table Mountain in the distance. The apartment has a living area, a bedroom with an ensuite and a full kitchen (with all appliances included) overlooking the pool. Guests have full access to the shared community pool and an undercover braai entertainment area. Blouberg beach is just a five minutes’ walk from the apartment, and another beach very popular with kite surfers is also two minutes’ away. Many shops, pubs, and restaurants are also nearby.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
2. A safe and rustic cottage perfect for hikers (from USD 49)
Bright, white and oozing rustic charm, this cottage is located in a cul-de-sac on Table Mountain overlooking Cape Town. It has an open-plan main room with a farmhouse kitchen. The cozy bedroom and pool boast Table Mountain views. The cottage has a very earthy feel to it and blends in well with the surrounding mountains. It has a pool, a barbecue area and a small sideways climbing wall in the alley. The cottage is a short 20-minute walk or an easy drive to the Cape Town city center and an ideal base for runners and hikers as the paths, trails, and tracks of Table Mountain are very close by too. Some local cafés, shops, and restaurants are also at a walking distance.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaAccommodates: 4
3. Private studio with a heated pool (from USD 28)
Located in a quiet, classy and safe neighborhood, this studio is perfect for exploring Cape Town. The studio is located in the back courtyard of the host’s house, but it has a private, gated and separate entrance on the side of the house for guests. The studio comes with a living area, a comfortable bed for two, an ensuite bathroom and a private heated pool right outside the studio. An excellent deli is just a five-minute walk from the studio and the beach is a mere 10 minutes’ drive away. The local De Waal park is also two minutes’ walk away. The studio is also very close to Table Mountain, ideal for walks and hikes.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaAccommodates: 2
4. Comfortable stay at The B.I.G Backpackers (from USD 71)
This bright and comfortable property offers a shared mixed dormitory with twin bunk beds. A private bathroom and shower are available to guests. Other practical amenities provided by the host include free Wifi, free cribs/infant beds, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping. A shared living area, pool, and communal courtyard seating area are added touches to this property. The house has been well designed to keep guests’ comfort in mind and thoughtful interior details can be seen throughout the house. At a ten-minute walk from the property is the V&A Waterfront and Greenpoint Market. This guesthouse is also 0.5 miles (0.8 km) from Cape Town Stadium.
Cape Town, ZA
Cape Town Tour Guide
Jakes
Jakes is registered and accredited with FET Certificate Tourist Guiding. He is competent to advise clients on all essential aspects of travel in South Africa having passed the SA Specialist course from South African Tourism. As a good story teller, he makes any historical situation or site come to life; and this is what makes him to stand out as a knowledgeable and exciting guide. “I’m always ... Read more
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Cape Town Tour Guide
Santie Gouws
Santie Gouws is a full-time registered and accredited Adventure Guide for Hiking, based in Cape Town, South Africa. A born and bred South African, she is passionate about mountains and the region's magnificent and highly bio-diverse fynbos vegetation, and offers exquisite, tailor-made, professionally guided hiking experiences to private groups, as well as 'open' scheduled group hikes, on Table ... Read more
Tours by Santie
5. Comfort and accessibility at Antrim Villa
Surrounded by greenery and located in the Three Anchor Bay area of Cape Town, the Antrim Villa is a Victorian guesthouse with 11 individually decorated guest rooms. The guest rooms are bright, comfortable and come furnished with a private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and designer toiletries. The use of wood and wicker furniture throughout the property gives it a very home-like feel. Guests can relax at the large pool or take in the view from a terrace or the garden of the guesthouse. The Antrim Villa is located at a five-minute drive from Greenpoint Market and Cape Town Stadium. V&A Waterfront is just a short distance from the guesthouse.
Cape Town, ZA
6. Conveniently located near the South African National Gallery - The Fritz Hotel
Bordered by mountains and greenery, the Fritz Hotel exudes old-world charm with wooden floors and delicate balconies off the guest rooms. Each guestroom has two twin beds, a balcony, and a private bathroom. Other conveniences like free Wifi, TV with satellite channels, refrigerator and minibar, etc. are included too. The property has a fabulous location; the South African Museum and Planetarium is just a five-minute walk away and 11 minutes’ on foot will take you to the South African National Gallery. Greenmarket Square is merely 0.8 miles (1.2 km) from the guesthouse.
Cape Town, ZA
7. Modern and convenient - Olaf's Guest House
The guest rooms at Olaf’s Guest House are modern, clean and luxuriously furnished. Each guest room has a small living area, comfortable beds, an attached bathroom and can easily accommodate four guests. Air conditioning, free Wifi, and daily housekeeping are also provided. The guesthouse has many other common-use areas like the outdoor pool, a terrace/patio area to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the town, a common lobby and reception area, and a light-filled breakfast room. Milton Beach is just a three-minute drive away from Olaf’s Guest House and Green Point Park is a five-minute drive away.
Cape Town, ZA
8. Practical and comfortable - Leeuwenzee guest house
Situated in the Sea Point area of Cape Town, Leeuwenzee guest house has 11 comfortable guest rooms. Each guest room can easily sleep three guests and has an ensuite bathroom with a shower and rainfall showerhead. A pool, an outdoor seating area, free Wifi, air conditioning, and daily housekeeping add to the guests’ comfort at this property. The Leeuwenzee guesthouse is at a five-minute drive from Milton Beach and Green Point Park.
Cape Town, ZA
9. A tranquil country cottage in Cape Town
The charming house is surrounded by lush greenery and truly exudes a holiday cottage feel. This airy and bright two-bedroom cottage comfortably accommodates four guests. It has an indoor fireplace in the living room and a fully equipped kitchen that opens on to a leafy garden. The tastefully decorated cottage has lots of wooden accents and exudes charm in every room. This cottage is ideal for access to the Constantia vineyards, Kirstenbosch Gardens, beaches, and Cape Town city center, which is just a twenty minutes’ drive away. A short drive will take you to the Constantia shopping center and restaurant area.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
10. Centrally located studio at a boutique hotel
Centrally located, the Rouge on Rose boutique hotel has nine individually decorated studios, each with a city or mountain view. The studios are perfect for two guests, with a living space, a comfortable bed, a partially open bathroom, a deep soaking bathtub, and a separate shower with a rainfall showerhead. The hotel has also thoughtfully provided many other amenities to guests, including free Wifi, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, free bottled water and daily housekeeping. The hotel is centrally located to explore Cape Town. Greenmarket Square is a mere eight-minute walk away and the Cape Town International Convention Centre is just 14 minutes’ away.
Cape Town, ZA
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Cape Town has guesthouses to cater to all budgets, styles, preferences, and needs. And wherever you choose to stay in this lively city, you’re always guaranteed quality and comfort, especially at our recommended guesthouses in Cape Town, South Africa.
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