full english breakfast and secured parking are complimentary. upgraded rooms in the annexe add private balconies, flat-screen tvs, minibar and free wi-fi, and some also have mountain views. suites come with kitchenettes, fireplaces and plunge pools. overlooking the beach along hout bay, this genteel long-standing hotel with a modern annexe is 7 miles from chapman's peak mountain and 13 km from kirstenbosch national botanical garden. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. understated rooms in the original building have tea and coffeemaking facilities; some offer bay views. there's a laid-back lounge with a bar, and a seafood restaurant with a terrace, plus an outdoor pool Cape Town International Airport 35 min
World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park (7 min) Tropical park showcasing 400 bird species in walk-through aviaries, plus small mammals & reptiles. Signal Hill (26 min) Flat-topped hill with Table Mountain, Cape Town & ocean views, also site of the historic Noon Gun. IZIKO BO-KAAP MUSEUM (27 min) Exhibits highlighting the lifestyle & cultural contributions of 19th-century Muslims. V&A Waterfront (33 min) Vast complex of homes, businesses, restaurants, shops & an art museum on a historic working harbor. Camps Bay Beach (19 min) Busy beach with white sand, umbrella rentals, scenic mountain views & access to bars & restaurants. Castle of Good Hope (28 min) Expansive, 17th-century, colonial castle housing military & historical art museums. Boulders Beach (39 min) Sheltered public bay with a sandy beach & boardwalk, plus free-roaming colony of African penguins. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (17 min) Hillside garden & nature reserve with rare plant species, walking trails & mountain views. Duiker Island (10 min) Fur seals & seabirds inhabit this tiny, picturesque island that's accessible by tour boat. Bay Harbour Market (5 min) Rustic-chic marketplace featuring artisanal food vendors & handmade craft items, plus live music. Table Mountain National Park (21 min) Nature reserve encompassing the iconic mountain, a penguin colony, forest, beaches & walking trails. Lion's Head (23 min) Boasting panoramic views of the city, this landmark mountain offers hiking trails & historic graves. Chapman's Peak (12 min) Rising from the ocean, this scenic mountain features a winding, coastal road with dramatic views. Maclear's Beacon (30 min) Mountain, hiking, abseiling, penguins, and climbing Groot Constantia-Trust (16 min) Winery founded in 1685 featuring cellar tours, wine tastings, 2 restaurants & historical museums. |