We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Western Cape, South Africa. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated March 2024.
Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel offers panoramic views of Paternoster Bay from its restaurant. It offers 5-star, eco-friendly accommodation with air conditioning and solar heating. All rooms and suites have low-energy appliances are furnished in natural tones with organic attributes like hand made stone baths and basins. Each room type has free WiFi, Nespresso Coffee machine, satellite TV and a DVD player. The suites come with a fireplace. Leeto Restaurant serves authentic West Coast cuisine with an innovative twist using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Local activities include swimming, kite surfing and horse riding. All can be arranged by the 24 hour reception on duty. Cape Town International Airport is 160 km away.Show full description
This boutique hotel is popular among couples travelling to Western Cape.
Great views. Rooftop pool. Situated in the heart of the Garden Route, Views Hotel offers luxury suites with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. It features indoor and outdoor pools, and free Wi-Fi access. The guest rooms at Views have ceiling-to-floor windows and are furnished in a modern, eclectic style. All rooms have a balcony, a flat-screen satellite TV, and a private bathroom with under-floor heating. A full English breakfast is provided in Views Restaurant, which serves cuisine made from only the freshest local produce. The restaurant features arguably the best view on the Garden Route – a dramatic Indian Ocean panorama. Views Wellness Emporium offers a full range of beauty treatments, and features a hammam, a sauna and a vitality pool. Guests can relax in the library, and there are plenty of local sites of interest within a short distance of Views. Wilderness National Park is 5 minutes’ walk away, and Mossel Bay less than an hour’s drive. Views Hotel is a mere 20 minutes from George Airport. Free parking is available on-site . Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Offering unique forest views from above the treetops, this estate is just 10 km from Plettenberg Bay. Tsala Treetop accommodation has stylish interiors with 24 hour room service and free Wi-Fi throughout. A private outdoor deck and small private infinity pool feature in all suites and villas at Tsala Treetop Lodge. Each has a living room with a fireplace, a complimentary bottle of port, and a mini-bar. Bathrooms feature chic free-standing baths, and bedrooms have views over the forest canopy. Guests can enjoy a collection of books in the hotel lounge area, as well as a wine cellar and a restaurant with several deck areas for enjoying the view with a meal. Pampering treatments can also be requested. Amid the famous scenery of the Garden Route National Park, the lodge is just 22 km from the town of Knysna.Show full description
Delightful property. Very stylish. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. Situated on the highest crest of Helshoogte Mountain Pass, Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa features luxurious accommodation with private pool. It offers a fitness centre and spa facilities. Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa has elegantly decorated rooms and suites with modern furniture and Egyptian cotton linen. Each of the air-conditioned units has a Butler’s Kitchen, a separate seating area, and a balcony. Indochine restaurant serves modern Asian Fusion cuisine, using products from organic farms and the on-site greenhouse. Outside decking provides the option of al fresco dining with delightful views of the surrounding gardens. Guests can relax in the spa and enjoy a variety of treatments, like hydro-massage baths and aromatherapy. A stunning heated infinity pool is located on the spa’s terrace, with a hot tub and large garden area. You can also choose from a variety of activities in the surrounding area, including hiking, horse riding and fishing.Show full description
I think this is the most BEAUTIFUL small luxury hotel in Western Cape.
Rooftop pool. Rooftop bar. Popular among women. Located in Cape Town, 200 metres from Mouille Point Beach, O' Two Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. 800 metres from Three Anchor Bay Beach and 1.3 km from Rocklands Beach, the property offers a terrace and a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms are fitted with a kettle, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer city views. At O' Two Hotel each room comes with bed linen and towels. An à la carte, Full English/Irish or American breakfast is available daily at the property. The accommodation provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. V&A Waterfront is 2 km from O' Two Hotel, while Robben Island Ferry is 4.1 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 24 km from the hotel.Show full description
Neat and classy hotel with impressive design and beautiful views. Look at this gorgeous rooftop and tanning area with pool - PERFECTION. Spacious beautifully designed rooms with balconies. LOVE IT!
Unique. Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. With an amazing location and panoramic views of the ocean, Compass House Boutique Hotel - Adults Only is a luxurious boutique hotel offering the very best in style and comfort. At Compass House you don't even have to leave your bed to admire the view. All the rooms have beds with ocean views, and direct access to the deck and pool area. The top-floor suite boast a private plunge pool, while the suite located on the pool level features outdoor space and modern decor. For a beautiful and relaxing experience, take a dip in the ocean-facing, 22-metre infinity pool, or take the short walk down to the beach. Cape Town city centre is a 10-minute drive away. Compass House can arrange airport transfers at an additional charge. Apart from the many popular beaches and the city centre, the Compass House is close to the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain cableway and other Cape Town attractions.Show full description
This might be one of the most UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC boutique hotels in Western Cape. It also has very cosy rooms.
Historic property. Romantic. Situated in the historical Constantia Valley on the slopes of Table Mountain, The Cellars-Hohenort offers luxurious rooms with views across its world-renowned gardens and vineyards. Facilities include 2 award-winning restaurants and 2 swimming pools. The elegant rooms of The Cellars-Hohenort are uniquely decorated with artworks by South African artists. All rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a smart TV, and offer views of Table Mountain or the manicured gardens. Fresh Wellness Spa has a holistic approach to both health and beauty, and features a steam room, facial and massage rooms, and manicure and pedicure rooms. The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel also features a tennis court. Guests can enjoy a selection of traditional recipes in The Conservatory, built around a giant 300-year old oak tree. The Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden is about 4 km away and Cape Town city centre can be reached within 15 minutes by car.Show full description
The most HISTORIC small luxury hotel in Western Cape.
Charming. Cape Cadogan is an elegant hotel is nestled in Gardens, situated above the central business district of Cape Town. It boasts lush gardens, a plunge pool and sun terrace. The air-conditioned rooms feature a seating area, flat-screen satellite TV and a minibar. Extras include a desk, tea-and-coffee-making facilities and free toiletries. Free WiFi is offered. At Cape Cadogan breakfast is served in the charming dining room and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Guests can explore the vibrant city of Cape Town including nearby attractions ranging from Long Street a 10-minute walk away, Table Mountain is within 4 km, V&A Waterfront is 4.5 km away and Camps Bay Beach can be reached in 5 km. The 24-hour front desk can arrange an airport shuttle upon request at an additional fee. Cape Town International Airport is 21 km away.Show full description
This is the most charming small luxury hotel in Western Cape.
Historic. Beautiful. Comfortable beds. The Lanzerac is situated on a private wine estate in the Jonkershoek Valley, surrounded by the Helderberg Mountains. It has a spa, two outdoor pools and one heated indoor pool. The spacious and air-conditioned rooms have a seating area with a satellite TV. Each has tea-and-coffee making facilities and a minibar. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries and under floor heating. Relaxing massages and a variety of beauty treatments are available at The Lanzerac Hotel & Spa, which features 8 private treatment rooms. It also has a sauna, steam room and a fitness room. A continental buffet and and hot breakfast options are served in the morning. The Deli offers home-made jams, freshly baked produce, cheese and charcuterie platters and picnic baskets. The Manor Kitchen serves classical dinners with contemporary influences and light meals can be enjoyed at the pub-style Taphuis restaurant. The Craven Lounge offers drinks, wines, spirits and craft beers in a relaxed environment with a fireplace and tapas menu. There is a working winery on site, offering guests a complimentary wine tasting and cellar tour.Show full description
Historic. Cosy rooms. Surrounded by a landscaped garden, this boutique hotel offers elegant, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. It has a spa and an outdoor pool with a sun-lounger terrace. The bathroom has a double basin and is stocked with luxury toiletries. The well-appointed rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and an iPod docking station. Each has a minibar and a Illy coffee machine. Cape Town’s city centre and False Bay are 30 minutes by car. A shuttle to Cape Town International Airport, also 30 minutes away, can be arranged on request.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Located 50 metres from the Beach and the vibrant Promenade which boasts an array of restaurants and bars, South Beach Camps Bay offers self-catering accommodation in Camps Bay. The stylish and sea facing suites are decorated in contemporary décor. Each is equipped with a kitchen and a bathroom. The refrigerator is stocked daily with a range of breakfast items. Each unit includes a flat-screen satellite TV, a blu-ray player, a bluetooth sound bar and headphones. Guests have a choice of 2 pools, one of them is heated, with sundecks and a bar. There is also a fully equipped in-house fitness centre. The property has its own borehole water. Table Mountain is within 5 km, the V&A Waterfront is 9 km away and the Cape Town International Airport can be reached within 27 km. Free high-speed WiFi is available in all rooms and common areas. An airport shuttle can be arranged at a charge.Show full description
Great location. Perched on top of the cliffs overlooking Hermanus’s Walker Bay, The Marine offers first-class splendour and elegance and a spectacular seascape, with imposing views extending across Western Capes Walker Bay and beyond. The rooms and suites are individually and stylishly decorated and have magnificent views of the sea, the mountains or The Marine's beautiful internal courtyard and finely manicured gardens. Stroll along the cliff path overlooking Hermanus Bay or have a dip in the tidal pool right in front of the hotel. Enjoy exquisite dining or sip a glass of local wine in the lounge, where there is nothing but 3,000 miles of ocean between you and the South Pole. During whale season, from June until November, Hermanus offers some of the best land-based whale watching in the world and at The Marine you don't even have to get out of bed to experience it.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a great location in Hermanus!
Highly elegant. Unique. Superb breakfast. Camissa House features an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Cape Town. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. At the hotel, each room comes with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Camissa House have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Table Mountain is 4.3 km from Camissa House, while Robben Island Ferry is 5.8 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 22 km from the hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel is a pure luxury - stylish design, first-class services, and unbelievable views. The location is ideal, it is just 10 mins from the city center and 10 minutes from the beach. Perfect facilities and relaxing ambiance.
Great location. Good breakfast. Set in a renovated dock building with Table Mountain as background, Queen Victoria Hotel & Manor House offers world-class accommodation overlooking the V&A Waterfront. Crystal chandeliers, white marbles and a dramatic spiral staircase create the hotel’s opulent interiors. They are all fitted with luxury Egyptian cotton sheets and deluxe bathrooms with bathtubs. Facilities include a state-of-the art gym with personal trainer, and a designer spa with hot tub and pool. Rooms are individually decorated and come with padded headboards, concealed lighting and velvet ottomans. Breakfast is served outdoor and matched by views across Cape Town’s harbour from Portswood Rd. Professional child care and secretarial services are available at the Queen Victoria Hotel & Manor House. On-site parking is free.Show full description
This ocean-front hotel overlooks the Twelve Apostles mountain range and provides free transfers to Camps Bay and V&A Waterfront. It features the award winning Sanctuary Spa with rock pools. Guests are welcomed with a complimentary drink and can relax in one of the spacious rooms of the Twelve Apostles Hotel. Each room is decorated with gentle colours and comes with modern facilities, such as DVD player and movie library access. With a panoramic outdoor location, the Azure Restaurant serves fine indigenous and international cuisine prepared with the best organic ingredients. The restaurant makes use of its home-grown wild vegetation to create desserts. Set among mountains on one side and the Ocean on the other, Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa is a getaway to explore the Table Mountain National Park. Free private parking is available on site.Show full description
This hotel is fantastic but just look at the beautiful outdoor dining area overlooking the ocean. It is the perfect place to meet sunrise and sunset. The unique design of the lobby and rooms make this place incredibly charming.
Nice style. Historic. Great value. Popular among women. Attractively located in Cape Town, Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges offers a sun terrace. Robben Island Ferry is 2.4 km from the accommodation, while V&A Waterfront is 3.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 20 km from Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Charming. Stylish. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. With a pool and outdoor Jacuzzi, this boutique hotel is located just a 2-minute walk from the restaurants and shops in Kloof Street. Derwent House offers free fibre-optic WiFi and the property is not affected by frequent power outages as we have a full solar back-up system in place that powers the hotel.. Each air-conditioned room at Derwent House comes equipped with a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The rooms have a private bathroom with a bathrobe, slippers and amenities. There is also a self-catering studio available in the adjacent building. Guests can watch streaming services on device or ask the 24-hour reception staff to book a massage. The staff can also arrange shuttle services to Cape Town International Airport, a 20-minute drive away. Free tea, coffee and cake are available throughout the day on the sun deck or in the bar. When weather is chilly, guests can relax by the fireplace with a complimentary glass of port or sherry. Derwent House is situated an 8-minute drive away from the Table Mountain cable car. The V&A Waterfront, the Convention Centre and the beaches are a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. With the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range as a majestic backdrop, The Marly Boutique Hotel boasts panoramic views of Camps Bay Beach and the ocean. It features stylish suites and a pool-terrace bar. Each of the spacious suites offer uninterrupted sea or mountain views. They are equipped with a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, DVD and CD player and an Illy coffee machine. The modern bathrooms are fitted with a large bath and rain shower. The Deluxe and Superior Suites boast an additional outdoor shower on the balcony. Guests can dine at the seaside Surf Shack Diner. The Marly Boutique Hotel also has a trendy private terrace bar, decorated with ocean-reflecting mirrors and sofas. The hotel has a 24-hour room service. For relaxation, guests can take a refreshing dip in the pool or take a stroll along Camps Bay Beach. There are 2 day spas and a hair salon located in the hotel complex. The Promenade Mall offers shops and a variety of cafes and restaurants. Other facilities offered include a 24-hour front desk, meeting and conference facilities, dry cleaning and an ironing service. Table Mountain is 4.6 km from Marly and the famous Chapman’s Peak Drive can be reached within 20 minutes by car.Show full description
Dreamy hotel located in Camps Bay, you are a stone's throw from Cape Town's trendiest restaurants and beach clubs. The rooms are extremely comfortable and beautifully furnished, with all amenities you may need for a perfect vacation. Brilliant property!
Great value. Located in Sea Point in Cape Town, The Glen Boutique Hotel & Spa offers luxurious rooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel features an outdoor pool with sun loungers and spa facilities. This hotel offers stylish rooms with modern furniture and a satellite TV. All rooms have private bathrooms equipped with double volume showers. Some rooms overlook the pool or have a balcony with views of the mountains or the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can enjoy or breakfast buffet, and an á la carte menu for a complementary warm breakfast item. We offer informal lunch and dining. In the day time food can be enjoyed at the poolside or terrace, dinner can be enjoyed at the terrace overlooking the swimming pool or at the restaurant. A good selection of fresh juices, teas and coffee's is available throughout the day. The hotel’s spa offers a variety of massage treatments, a spacious steam room, a traditional Swedish sauna, and a hot tub. Cape Town International Airport is only 20 km from The Glen, and the hotel offers free private parking on site. An airport shuttle service is available on request.Show full description
Popular among women.Opened August 2022. Located in Cape Town, 400 metres from Broken Bath Beach, Home Suite Hotels Station House provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Guests can make use of a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms include a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. At Home Suite Hotels Station House each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes à la carte, Full English/Irish and American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Brazilian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Home Suite Hotels Station House include Milton Beach, Sunset Beach and Saunders Rock's Beach. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 24 km from the hotel.Show full description
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