Cape Town is best known for being the “Mother City” in South Africa because it is the country’s center of culture and history. If you want to witness Cape Town’s stunning beauty, the best places to visit here are Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Bishopscourt. Both of these places are the city’s pieces of heaven for they also offer sweeping views. If you’re a hiking enthusiast, this city is also home to trails such as the popular Table Mountain, Pipe Track, and Tygerberg Nature Reserve, to name a few. For your upcoming retreat, why not stay in a lavish accommodation? To help you with that, check out the 10 best luxury Airbnbs 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 access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. Hildene Haven
With astounding views of the mountains and city lights, Hildene Haven is a luxury abode you should consider booking. This property is ideal for eight guests and has well-lit four bedrooms. You can start your day here full of energy with your usual morning cup of joe while lounging on the rooftop deck. After a day of hiking or strolling around the city, you can take a dip in the heated pool. This place is definitely a perfect hideaway because it is situated in a peaceful neighborhood.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.16 km (4.5 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
2. Tranquil villa with two swimming pools (from USD 1281)
Located in Hout Bay, this plush Airbnb offers a mesmerizing view of the hillside and leafy surroundings. The Spa House features a marble underwater spa where you can use the steam room, have a salt bath, or relax in the sauna. Indoor and outdoor pools are also available here. If you want to set up a party night, you can take out some liquor or beverages from the nearby shopping center. Since there’s a grill facility provided by the host, you can pair your drinks with grilled meats. Other amenities include parking, DVD player, and WiFi access. The place is also just 2 km (1.2 mi) away from the beach.
3. Chic bungalow near a popular beach (from USD 686)
This luxurious vacation rental just sits right next to Clifton 3rd Beach. The place has generous living and dining areas, three bedrooms, and three-and-a-half baths. The interiors are tastefully designed as if you’re living in an urban-style home of affluent young professionals. Outside the property, there is a number of seating areas where you can just spend quality time witnessing the beautiful waves of the ocean. Guests can also have a soothing swim in the heated pool at night.
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beautiful house on 3rd beach very comfortable with a very nice outside space and heated poolgreat place amazing view and dolphins were swimming in the sea to top it offstunning location incredible sunsets stylish and comfortable amenitieseach room has a spacious ensuite bathroom so it was great for 5-6 peopleCleanliness:
this place is great very modern and cleanHost:
david is a wonderful hostdavid is a completely delightful hostdavid is a great host toothe maid is helpful and friendlyvery helpful responsive host and maid serviceRead more reviewsLocation:
the most amazing location and perfect house for a beach breakbeautiful location be prepared to walk down many steps but it’s totally worth itlocation location location gorgeous garden/outdoor entertaining areafantastic house in an unbeatable locationamazing location really nicely decorated with everything we needed
4. Modern villa with a hot tub (from USD 810)
Live life to the fullest and experience grandiose living at this exclusive property fronting the ocean. Just by seeing the impressive interiors and exteriors in the picture, you would never think twice about booking this five-star quality rental. It features a private sauna, an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a lovely garden. The entire property has five bedrooms and five beds. There are also five full baths, three of which are en-suite bathrooms. Cleanliness is guaranteed when you stay here because the housekeeper does the cleaning every weekday.
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we appreciated all the complimentary touches and the well supplied kitchen and linen cupboardCleanliness:
fantastic villa we had our family reunion and the villa was awesome nice clean and tidyHost:
flawless booking and fast responses by ownerjulius greeted us with genuine warmth when we arrived and was always helpful and knowledgeableRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location outstanding designfabulous house in a wonderful locationthis is a spectacular property in an amazing locationperfect place for a stay in camps bayi would recommend this property to anyone looking for a special place to stay in cape town
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5. Vibrant penthouse near the bay (from USD 351)
Have a great stay in Cape Town by experiencing opulent living in this rental for four guests. In this luxurious Airbnb, you will wake up even more refreshed due to the breathtaking views of Bantry Bay. The property features an open-plan layout, so you can expect that every corner here is naturally well-lit. Moreover, it has two bedrooms, two beds, and two-and-a-half baths. You will also love the oceanfront sundeck and the private plunge pool included in the rent.
Top guest reviews
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amazing apartment and view exceeding the photos and our expectations by farexcellent wi-fi connectivity throughout the housethis place is great with a stunning view in the sea and an amazing living room and terracereally nice apartment with stunning seaview & sundowner on the terraceamazing views regular sightings of whales in the ocean comfortable and modern homeCleanliness:
spotless clean wonderful hostHost:
jarrad was a good hostjarrad is a thoughtful host and we are grateful for his hospitalityjarred was a very lovely hostjarrad was a very responsive hostjerrad is a great host - super easy checkin / checkout and always available via phoneRead more reviewsLocation:
location is convenient and easy to findthis place is in simply the best location in cape townjarrad's place is perfectly situated on a residential street in bantry baygreat location and a super-responsive hostvery close to wonderful restaurants in sea point and a quick uber ride from the city centre
6. Stylish house with a wooden pool deck (from USD 1161)
Once you set foot inside this luxurious rental, you will be welcomed by tasteful furnishings and meticulous interior design. When you opt to stay here, you can cook your favorite meals in the open-plan kitchen. After exploring Cape Town’s wondrous attractions, you can sit in one of the sun loungers and feel the sea breeze. Your rent here also includes all the amenities you need such as laundry and bath essentials, TV, WiFi access, heating, air-conditioning, and free street parking. There’s also an expansive wooden pool if you want to swim any time of the day.
Top guest reviews
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the furniture and common areas are quite comfortable; beds in particular provided excellent restit has a really nice deck with a really nice poolCleanliness:
the place is cleaned everyday by the wonderful cleaning team and laundry is done toothe space was modern and cleanthe house is in excellent shape perfectly clean and looks greatthe ladies that come every day to clean the house do a great jobstunning location & setting amazing pool area on the beach beautiful spacious & clean roomsHost:
hosts are super friendly and accommodatingthe host was really friendly and always available if neededmary-louise was the perfect hostgorgeous scenery with excellent host responsivenessmarie-louise is a great host as wellRead more reviewsLocation:
unique location and wonderful staythe location of this property is amazingbeautiful house in the perfect locationperfectly positioned beautiful placeamazing property in a wonderful location
7. Lovely home with a private patio (from USD 576)
Looking for a private property that is well-organized and has a homey vibe? Choose this luxury Airbnb now. Inside the property, you will see well-appointed common spaces with thoughtful touches. It also comes equipped with four bedrooms, six beds, and four-and-a-half baths. There’s also a patio where you can enjoy a barbecue party with your friends or family members. The place is surrounded by panoramic views of nature.
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it is modern and tastefully decorated has comfortable furniture and new appliancesall the rooms have en suite bathrooms and great views of mountain and seathe big spacious bedrooms all with in suite bath rooms were amazingCleanliness:
the house is very spacious clean and moderngreenways beach house is exceptionally well-maintained and immaculately cleanthe house was very clean and well equiped we've nothing missedmy family of five loved staying in this very clean and spacious accommodationthe house is beautiful gorgeous clean close to the beach and safeHost:
corne was an excellent host who went out of her way to assist uscorne was a very friendly host and the service provided by her and her husband was first classwonderful stay and amazing hostthey were very friendly and welcoming upon our arrivalcorné was a really attentive host and provided some great local insightsRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is in a stunning location close to the beachexcellent location a stroll to the beach and local shopsfantastic location to the beach with kids even walkable for toddlersshe's the best host hands downcons:wish the area was closer to the city
8. Lavish villa with a sunroom
Located in Camps Bay, Cape Town, this stylish and luxurious Airbnb rental offers uninterrupted views of the ocean. Guests can expect access to the heated pool, sunroom, and a hot tub overlooking the beach. Additionally, you can unwind with a cup of coffee by the ocean as there is a cafe nearby. For your daily meals, this villa also features a full kitchen with a convection oven, breakfast table, and espresso machine.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.89 km (3.7 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 12
Top guest reviews
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it is a beautifulhouse with a pool and hot tub and amazing viewsCleanliness:
the wonderful housekeeper keeps everything immaculately clean and tidy on a daily basisHost:
john was a really good hostresponsive host and very helpfulhe was super friendly and helpful with all of our requests and questionswould highly recommend this super hosthe was so helpful very kind to the children and kept the villa looking fresh and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatcamps bay is a safe and inclusive locationit’s a short walking distance to all the good restaurants in camps bay and the beachwe enjoyed the property it’s location and general featuresstellar location with amazing views
9. Gorgeous beach house for eight (from USD 420)
This custom-designed luxury rental has four spacious bedrooms, and it is close to the surfing strip. You will definitely love the property’s backyard with an outdoor pool. This place also features cozy common spaces decorated with beautiful paintings. This luxury rental has four bedrooms, two kitchens, two dining rooms, and five baths. The place is secure and free parking on the premises is possible.
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this is a beautiful house with comfortable furnishings and acres of spacestylish comfortable and very well equipped villa with an ocean viewall in all a fantastic stay with the best view of table mountain from bloubergstrandthe villa is very comfortable with lots of living-spaceCleanliness:
the villa was clean tidy and comfortablethe place is a quiet clean calming and savethe whole house and the outside area with pool is very cleanall of our visitors equally complimented how clean organized and spacious this home wasHost:
douw & petro are great hostsgreat house great hosts 100% happydouw and petro are great hosts and they take care of every needthe hosts are super lovely people and made everything super easy from checking in to leavingwe are definitely coming back the owners of this home were wonderfully helpful and graciousRead more reviewsLocation:
recommend watching the sunset from blue peter a short walk awaygreat location in bloubergstrand close to the beach blue peter restaurant and big baybeautiful and spacious property in a fantastic locationamazing house brilliant location great hoststhe location of the villa is perfect for (kite-/wind-) surfers
10. Fancy apartment with an oceanfront location
This luxury rental can sleep up to eight folks, and it features an open living area, a private pool on the patio, a bathtub, and sun loungers. It has four bedrooms, five beds, and four baths. The interiors give off a calm aura because of the neutral-colored decor. Just right in front of the property is the ocean that you will really appreciate. You can prepare your desired meals in the full kitchen with a double oven and dishwasher. For your entertainment, WiFi access and smart TV are included in your accommodation.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
6.02 km (3.8 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
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the apartment is beautiful with stunning viewsthe views are fantastic and the interior of the apartment is very beautifulwe enjoyed our stay the view was outstanding and the apartment spacious clean and very comfortabelthe apartment has a very nice interior as well as the rooms have a good sizeCleanliness:
very stylish clean and beautifulthe beds towels and linens were new and nice and the place was immaculateHost:
rob was an excellent host that was very flexiblerob was an outstanding host who made everything smooth and easyrob was an excellent host easy to communicate with everything worked perfectlyRead more reviewsLocation:
this was an absolutely delightful stay in a wonderful apartment in a very special locationvery beautiful and a safe place to stay with camps bay beach just around the corner
Live a luxurious lifestyle
Make the most out of your South Africa holiday by booking one of the best luxury Airbnbs in Cape Town. Whether you’re looking for a beach house or a penthouse, the list we curated will not disappoint you. You will definitely experience a luxurious lifestyle once you check in to these impressive luxury abodes.
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