Cape Town, South Africa is a bustling city with plenty of offerings for visitors of all types. Partake in the community’s culture by visiting art galleries and museums and by indulging in cuisine from local restaurants and coffee shops. Explore Table Mountain National Park and visit the Two Oceans Aquarium for a bit of nature-based entertainment. If you enjoy checking out the local night scene when you travel, you’ll want to visit Kloof Street, Bree Street, and Long Street. Check out the best surf spots and night markets in the city too. There is also plenty of choices when it comes to accommodation; be sure to check out these Airbnbs in Cape Town city centre to find one that best suits your needs!
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1. Green Market Place (from USD 85)
Greenmarket Square is among the hippest spots in Cape Town, and it is also where you’ll find this gem of a home. Green Market Place is a one-bedroom loft hosted by Burger and that’s ideal for couples or solo travelers who are up for adventures since most of the city’s finest offerings are close by. Some of the amenities at the property are the free Wi-Fi, a cozy balcony, as well as the building’s gym and swimming pool. Shopping stores, of course, are within arm’s reach from here, and landmarks like the Castle of Good Hope and St. George’s Cathedral are 10 minutes away on foot.
2. The Adderley (from USD 72)
An affordable but certainly luxurious place to stay in Cape Town is the Adderley, a two-bedroom condominium hosted by Laurene. This rental has a private balcony with stunning views of the city and, of course, Table Mountain. Some of the features of this property are the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area and bedrooms with a view. A small group or family of four can be comfortably accommodated in this luxurious penthouse with a million-dollar view.
3. Modern apartment with city and mountain views (from USD 44)
Stay in style in this modern accommodation in Cape Town located in a historic building in the Mutual Heights community. You’ll enjoy a view of the city and mountain backdrop, all while being close to Cape Town’s best attractions. This apartment is perfect for a couple’s getaway, as it has a single double bed and one bathroom. Guests also have use of the beautiful fully-equipped kitchen, on-site gym and secure parking area.
4. Fifth story apartment in downtown Cape Town
If your trip to Cape Town can only be complete with a cozy place to stay at night, this apartment is sure to delight you. With room for two guests, this apartment that’s one of the best Airbnbs in Cape Town city centre has a wonderfully modern and inviting feel to it. Amenities inside include a spacious bathroom, kitchen and a cozy dining nook and living room. You will have access to a secure underground parking garage if you have driven a vehicle of your own, or if you would like to use the bus system, the bus route runs right in front of the apartment building.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.15 km (4.5 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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
Tours by Jakes
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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. Private room with access to beach (from USD 22)
Stay in the private room offered in this home and you’ll get to experience Cape Town while staying in a traditionally styled home in the Bo-Kaap area. This recently restored house is 200 years old and ready to accommodate you and one other guest. You’ll stay in a comfortably appointed room and have access to a shared bathroom, kitchen, living room and outdoor living spaces. Take a stroll through the garden outside and be sure to enjoy your morning coffee sitting in the enclosed exterior courtyard. The house is centrally located, with quick access to the beach, restaurants and the best places to experience Cape Town’s night life.
6. Sleek apartment with mountain views (from USD 44)
This Cape Town apartment has everything you and another guest need for a great stay. Located on Bree Street, you will be within walking distance to a plethora of eateries, coffee shops and art galleries; at night, the street comes alive with a bustling nightlife where you can visit the bars and nightclubs. Inside the apartment, you’ll find a modern layout, with a loft bedroom atop a tucked away staircase, spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and relaxing living room.
7. Second story apartment on Greenmarket Square
This apartment is a great option if you have up to four guests in your party; the main bedroom features a king-sized bed and the living room has a sofa bed. You’ll find the bathroom to be quite spacious and if traveling during the winter months, you may become quite partial to the towel heating rail. The Greenmarket Square where the apartment is located has plenty of places to visit while you’re staying here, including restaurants, bars, walking tours and the market itself.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.38 km (4.6 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 2
8. Mountain-view apartment with access to shared pool
You’re sure to love the vantage point of this studio apartment, as it boasts an unblemished view of both Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, the perfect backdrop for your morning cup of coffee. The apartment has a cozy feel about it and features basic amenities such as a double bed, bathroom, kitchen and living areas. You and another guest will have access to the complex’s shared pool, gym and parking garage. The central location of the apartment is ideal for sightseeing throughout the area.
6.63 km (4.2 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
9. Stylish apartment with easy access to Cape Town's night scene
You’ll start your Cape Town adventure here greeted by a bottle of wine and the sight of Signal Hill through the living room windows. This apartment has room for up to three guests, and offers amenities including a kitchen equipped with high-end appliances, spacious bathroom and shower and sound-proof windows to ensure a great night’s sleep. Just outside the front door, you’ll find Long Street, one of the best streets in town when it comes to experiencing the local nightlife. Also nearby, you’ll find restaurants, world famous coffee shops, and museums to explore.
7.16 km (4.5 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
10. Stunning studio with neighborhood views
Located in Bo-Kaap a short distance from many of the area’s top attractions, including museums and the planetarium, this studio apartment has an inviting feel thanks to an open layout and an abundance of natural light. Three guests can be comfortably accommodated, with a queen bed and sleeper sofa. The apartment has a fully-equipped kitchen, perfect for meal prep and a cozy living space for relaxing at the end of the day.
7.11 km (4.5 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
11. Spacious apartment with great central location
Stay here for your Cape Town adventure, and you’ll get an apartment with a completely open floor plan that is near all the must-see attractions in the area. Just beyond your front door, you’ll be only minutes away from the best downtown museums, the world-renowned coffee shop Truth Coffee and the South African National Gallery. A comfortable living room awaits you and up to two other guests each evening in this Cape Town rental, with a cozy loft bedroom serving as a wonderful retreat at the end of a busy day.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.04 km (4.4 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
12. Tenth floor apartment in Four Seasons
This studio apartment has all the amenities of home, and as an added bonus, it has a very central location within Cape Town. The apartment can accommodate two guests at a time, with a double bed and single bathroom as well as a fully-equipped kitchen and comfortable living room area. Nearby, you’ll find a variety of restaurants to dine at, shopping centers and beaches.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
6.64 km (4.2 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 2
Enjoy an adventure in Cape Town, South Africa
There is plenty to discover in Cape Town, so make sure to plan your trip in a way that allows you see it all. As you tour the city, don’t be surprised if you become inadvertently charmed by all its offerings and feel like you’d rather not leave when your last day draws near. Though if you do, don’t worry, you can always plan a second trip!
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