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Best Areas To Stay In Cape Town

Deciding on the best areas to stay in Cape Town when visiting will depend on what you will be doing on your trip and what your preferences are.

Best Areas To Stay In Cape Town

Sea Point

There are plenty of restaurants and grocery stores to choose from. Walk to the Sea Point Promenade, which stretches from the end of Sea Point to Mouille Point, located close to the V&A Waterfront.

Hop on the MyCiti bus, grab an Uber, or even walk (for breathtaking views) to Clifton Beach. Have a picnic, grab a coffee, or wander around Green Point Park. The V&A Waterfront and city centre are a short bus- or Uber ride away.

Accommodation options include Airbnb rentals, guesthouses, and 3/4-star hotels. This area is recommended for budget-, solo- and adventure travellers.

Green Point

There are many restaurants in the area and world-class shopping at the V&A Waterfront. Take a relaxing stroll through Green Point Park and exit on the other side to find the Sea Point Promenade.

The city centre is within walking distance depending on where in Green Point you are staying, or take a short bus- or Uber ride.

Accommodation options include Airbnb rentals, guesthouses, hostels, co-living spaces, and 3/4-star hotels. This area is recommended for budget-, solo-, adventure travellers, and digital nomads.

City centre And Gardens

The famous Kloof- and Bree streets are must-visits for any foodie or art lover. Staying in Gardens will place you within walking distance of the best restaurants and art galleries. Our Local is a must-visit coffee and breakfast spot recommended by locals. Table Mountain views from both these areas are amazing.

Accommodation options include apartments, guesthouses, hostels, co-living spaces, and 3/4/5-star hotels. These areas are recommended for budget-, solo-, business travellers, foodies, and digital nomads.

Waterfront And De Waterkant

Staying in the Waterfront area in a 5-star hotel is an experience, with direct access to some of the best restaurants and shopping in Cape Town. The Waterfront offers some of the best views of Table Mountain, the canal, and the harbour.

Accommodation options include apartments and 4/5-star hotels. These areas are recommended for luxury-, and business travellers.

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