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a luxury holiday in Cape Town, South Africa
Known
as the “Mother City,” Cape Town hugs the southern coast of South Africa.
Rightfully considered one of the most beautiful cities in the country,
Cape Town is framed by the iconic, picture-postcard Table Mountain, while
overlooking Table Bay... read
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Cape
Town, South Africa, City of Beauty and History by Anne Sewell
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can just imagine the thoughts of Portuguese explorer Bartholemew Diaz,
when he first discovered the Cape in 1488. Coming in from the
sea to this glorious and mountainous landscape must have been truly wondrous!
Cape Town has come a very long way from its initial stages as home to the
nomadic Khoi people and later to the Dutch settlers of Jan van Riebeek
of the Dutch East India Company.
Now
a truly international city of sprawling proportions, all the cliches that
have been applied to Cape Town are completely true - the Mother City, The
Most Beautiful City in the World.... all with that stunning and beautiful
backdrop - the amazing Table Mountain. |
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will arrive in Cape Town at the Cape Town International Airport, and drive
through a series of dilapidated, but still interesting, townships to the
city itself. So many international class hotels to choose from, both
in the city and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, and also in the surrounding
suburbs. Choose also from a range of quality bed & breakfasts,
guest houses and self-catering villas and apartments, for the perfect holiday
accommodation to suit you.
Take
the famed cable car up to the top of Table Mountain - what a glorious view
of the city, Signal Hill and the surrounding areas! Meet the famous
'Dassies' or rock rabbits, that live on the summit - almost tame and very
cute.
Visit
the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and take a ferry to Robben Island
where you can visit the jail cell occupied by Nelson Mandela for so many
years, imbibe the history, and enjoy the view of Table Mountain from the
island. While in the Waterfront, take a sailing cruise, harbour cruise,
booze cruise or just relax in the many quality restaurants, cafes and bars.
Got a bit of money so spend? Have a shopping spree in the luxurious
Victoria Wharf shopping mall! A true shopper's delight.
In
the city itself, there are many shops, restaurants, museums and cafes to
explore, plus the Castle, and also the fascinating Bo-Kaap or Malay Quarter,
with its wonderfully colourful houses. Hear the noon gun boom out
as it has since 1806! The gun is situated on Signal Hill, just adjacent
to the city.
High
Tea – now here's a treat - experience high tea at one of the luxury
hotels. From experience, I highly recommend the Table Bay Hotel in the
Waterfront and also the historic Mount Nelson Hotel near the Company Gardens
for a treat DELUXE - with sandwiches, snacks and pastries, and delicious
cakes and chocolate treats plus a range of tasty teas and coffee... you
can always diet when you get home again!
Having
explored the city to its fullest, go further afoot and visit gorgeous Camps
Bay, popular and upmarket seaside town with some amazing restaurants and
bars on the golden sandy beach front. The Atlantic Seaboard and the
Cape Point Route have many lovely suburbs and towns, all with endless beaches
and so much to explore.
Go
to the famous Cape Winelands and visit the vineyards for wine tasting,
delicious lunches, and beautiful views. I first drove through the
wine lands soon after dawn, on a winter morning and the views were so lovely
I could have cried! Frost on the hillsides, the dark reds and greens
of the vines ... an awe-inspiring landscape.
Take
a trip down the famed Garden Route all the way along the coast to Plettenberg
Bay and the nearby Tsitsikamma Forest. Along the route you will visit
beautiful seaside towns, see the ostriches and Cango Caves in Oudtshoorn
and experience real tranquility and beauty.
Visit
the Overberg Region and the Whale Route - Hermanus is a historic little
town with so many attractions including whale watching - the whales are
so close, you could almost touch them!
All
over the Cape Peninsula, golfers will find world-class golf courses to
indulge their hobby, all with mountain or sea views. With the exchange
rate, you will find that playing golf in South Africa is very reasonably
priced, but of international quality.
All
in all, Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula of South Africa are well worth
the visit and you will never forget the time that you spent in this marvelous
country.
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BED
& BREAKFAST / GUEST HOUSES / BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
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BANTRY BAY, CAPE TOWN BED & BREAKFASTS / GUEST HOUSES - SOUTH AFRICA
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Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
On the Atlantic Seaboard,
between Sea Point and the towns of Clifton and Camps Bay - a short drive
from the city centre and with beaches, shops and restaurants close by.
Surrounded by scenery - mountains,
sea views. Bantry Bay overlooks Clifton, in the heart of the most
exclusive residential stretch on Cape Town's Atlantic coastline. Bantry
Bay is also centrally located for easy access to entertainment venues,
world-class shopping centres and restaurants. The area looks out onto the
Atlantic Ocean and Robben Island and with a near-perfect climate and sheltered
in the lee of Signal Hill. |
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Bantry
Retreat, Bantry Bay, CAPE TOWN
Located
in Cape Town, 5 km from V&A Waterfront, Bantry Retreat provides accommodation
with a shared lounge, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.
Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace.
The guest house features an outdoor swimming pool and a shared kitchen
and free WiFi throughout the property. Guest rooms at the guest house are
equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels,
a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, a shower
and free toiletries. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee
machine. Bantry Retreat offers a buffet or Full English/Irish breakfast. |
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Craigrownie
Guest House, Sea Point, border Bantry Bay, CAPE TOWN
A
warm welcome awaits guests at Craigrownie, set just 150m from the promenade
and Saunders Rock beach. Spacious bedrooms have all the comforts to ensure
a wonderful stay whether on holiday or business. Located within 5
minutes from the V&A waterfront, city center, CTICC, Clifton and Camps
Bay beaches. 24 hour reception, tea and coffee in room and in lounges.
Non smoking rooms, laundry service, free ADSL internet, children welcome. |
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BO-KAAP, CITY BOWL, CAPE TOWN BED & BREAKFASTS / GUEST HOUSES
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is a picturesque area of Cape Town in South Africa formerly known as the
Malay Quarter. It is situated on the slopes of Signal Hill above the city
centre and is a historical centre of Cape Malay culture in Cape Town.
Bo-Kaap is traditionally a multicultural area, rich in history and situated
on the slopes of Signal Hill. The area is known for its romantic cobble
stoned streets. Bo-Kaap Museum - The museum, which dates back
to the 1760s, is the oldest house in the area still in its original form.
It highlights the cultural contribution made by early Muslim settlers,
many of whom were skilled tailors, carpenters, shoe makers and builders |
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19th century furnishings which include a fine Cape drop-leaf dining table,
Cape Regency-style chairs and a bridal chamber decorated to match the bride's
dress. The museum is distinguishable by its voorstoep -a type of front
terrace with a bench at each end emphasizing the polarizing aspect of Cape
Muslim culture. |
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La
Rose Bed & Breakfast, BO-KAAP
La
Rose is an eclectic mix of French, Indian, Cape Malay and African influences,
where old world and modern embrace. Each en suite bedroom is unique and
stylishly decorated with funky pieces of art which reflect the colourful
Bo-Kaap and South Africa. La Rose is a home away from home, designed to
cater for tourists as well as business executives and is gay friendly.
Centrally located, close to Table Mountain, walking distance from the V&A
Waterfront, City Centre, Long Street nightlife, Parliament, Cape
Town International Convention Centre, the Waterkant & several trendy
restaurants. We cater for tourists & business executives. |
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Molo
Lolo Lodge, Bed & Breakfast, BO-KAAP
Molo Lolo Lodge is located
in the trendy De Waterkant, just a 10-minute walk from the city centre.
It has a rooftop terrace with a plunge pool and a 360 degree view of the
city and Table Mountain. Decorated in rich and warm colours, the air-conditioned
rooms feature a seating area, flat-screen TV and safe. They include tea-and-coffee-making
facilities and a DVD player. Some rooms offer a view of Table Mountain.
At Molo Lolo Lodge breakfast is served in the dining area. There is a stylish
guest lounge with a fireplace and an honesty bar with a selection of wines.
Free WiFi is available. |
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CAMPS BAY, CAPE TOWN BED & BREAKFASTS / GUEST HOUSES
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Bay is an affluent suburb of Cape Town, South Africa. In the African
winter it is a hotbed of European tourists as well as local South Africans
down for a beach holiday. It hosts beach volleyball tournaments as well
as a refreshing nightlife. Camps Bay is named after an invalid sailor,
Ernst Friedrich von Kamptz, who settled there in 1778. The back of
Table Mountain, the Table Mountain cableway and the Twelve Apostles Mountain
Range form a backdrop to the Camps Bay family beach. The surf is strong
here and there is no resident lifeguard, but a rescue helicopter patrols
regularly. The grass verge flanked by the Camps Bay tidal pool offers shady,
wind-free barbecue spots. Trendy Shops, restaurants, a hotel, chemist,
banks and police station are close to the beach. |
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best time of the year to visit Camps Bay as a tourist is November through
March, allthough it can be a bit windy during November and December. The
plethora of restaurants with the beach just across the road gives you many
things to do in Camps Bay, and being just over the hill (about 10 minutes
drive) from central Cape Town, it's the perfect location for your summer
away from home. |
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51
on Camps Bay, Camps Bay, CAPE TOWN
Located 500 m from Camps
Bay beach, 51 On Camps Bay features views of the Atlantic Ocean. It offers
free WiFi and access to an outdoor swimming pool. 51 On Camps Bay's elegant
air-conditioned suites feature a kitchenette, lounge/dining area and modern
bathroom. Each suite is fitted with a wardrobe and safe, and free toiletries
and towels are provided. Within 1 km, the Camps Bay Promenade boasts an
array of restaurants and bars. Guest can relax by the poolside or take
a leisurely stroll to the beachfront. Table Mountain is 2 km away, the
V&A Waterfront is within 10 km and Cape Town International Airport
is 40 minutes’ drive away. |
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Beta
Beach Guest House, Camps Bay, CAPE TOWN
Situated in Cape Town, 5
km from Table Mountain, Beta Beach Guest House features accommodation with
an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden.
The property is set 7 km from Long Street, 10 km from V&A Waterfront
and 13 km from CTICC. Rooms come with a patio. The rooms are fitted with
air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a
kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom
with a bath and free toiletries, rooms at the guest house also boast free
WiFi. All guest rooms at Beta Beach Guest House come with a seating area.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. |
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CONSTANTIA BED & BREAKFASTS / GUEST HOUSES
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Constantia,
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Upmarket
and beautiful southern suburb of Cape Town.
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Mountain
views - some areas have magnificent views across to False Bay.
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20 minutes
from the Cape Town City Centre, and 25 minutes from the airport.
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Groot
Constantia and the Constantia winelands close by.
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15 minutes
from the nearest beaches at Hout Bay.
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The
Last Word Constantia, CONSTANTIA
The Last Word Constantia
provides an intimate setting, close to 7 of South Africa's top wine estates
in Cape Town’s oldest wine valley. It offers spacious accommodation with
luxury bedding and underfloor heating. The stylish rooms and suites at
The Last Word Constantia are decorated in cream tones and rich fabrics.
Amenities include LCD TV and an iPod docking station, velour bathrobes
and 300-thread count cotton linen. An outdoor pool, tanning deck and landscaped
gardens feature in the middle of the property. Guests can also make use
of an in-house chauffeur service to explore their surroundings. |
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Summit
Place Guesthouse, CONSTANTIA
This
luxurious 4-star guesthouse is situated along the scenic Constantia Wine
Route. Its well-decorated rooms offer panoramic mountain views. Guests
can relax in the garden or by the pool. Summit Place Guesthouse offers
a variety of room options, from twin rooms to fully-equipped suites. All
rooms include private en suite bathrooms and terrace access. Free WiFi
is available. The rooms and suites of the Summit Place Guesthouse border
its central pool, and are surrounded by green gardens. Guests can enjoy
day trips to discover the history of South Africa’s oldest wine-growing
region. Various nature trails and picturesque scenery are nearby. |
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FISH HOEK BED & BREAKFASTS / GUEST HOUSES
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Hoek is a picturesque town situated about halfway down the Cape Peninsula,
between Cape Town and Simon's Town. It is well known for its beach, which
gets jam-packed on sunny days. Fish Hoek is renowned for its friendly
hospitality, proximity to all sorts of tourist attractions and activities
besides boasting one of the best swimming beaches in the Cape.
There
is also a good suburban railway link with Cape Town to the north and Simon's
Town to the south. As a coastal suburb of Cape Town, Fish Hoek is popular
as a residence for commuters and holidaymakers alike. The traditional industries
of 'trek' fishing and angling co-exist with the leisure pursuits of surfing,
kayaking, sailing and sunbathing. |
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52
on Fish Hoek, Guesthouse, FISH HOEK
Facing
the beachfront in Fish hoek, 52 on Fish Hoek features an outdoor pool and
a garden. The property is around 1.3 km from Fish Hoek Bowling Club, 600
m from NG Kerk - Fish Hoek and less than 1 km from Catholic Church - Fish
Hoek. The property offers mountain views, a barbecue, and free WiFi is
available throughout the property. The units come with air conditioning,
a microwave, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe.
Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at the guest house also have a sea
view. At 52 on Fish Hoek all rooms are fitted with a seating area. Popular
points of interest near the accommodation include Fish Hoek Valley Museum,
The Arcade Seaside Mall and St. Margaret's Church. The nearest airport
is Cape Town International Airport, 36 km from 52 on Fish Hoek. |
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Abington
Manor Fish Hoek Guesthouse, FISH HOEK
Featuring
free WiFi, a hot tub and an outdoor pool, Abington Manor Fish Hoek Guesthouse
offers accommodation in Fishhoek and 500 m from the beach. The cozy double
rooms at Abington Manor include a flat-screen TV and a bathroom with shower.
There is a shared kitchen at the property. Shops and restaurants are withing
walking distance. Car hire can be arranged at this guest house and the
area is popular for golfing. Boulders Beach can be reached within 15 minutes'
drive and Cape Point is 35 km away. |
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FRESNAYE BED & BREAKFASTS / GUEST HOUSES
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Cape Town, South Africa
Luxurious
residential area located close to the Atlantic Seaboard between Camps Bay
and the City Bowl, on the slopes of Lions Head. Enjoy the stunning views
over the Atlantic Sea. |
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Ashby
Manor Guest House, FRESNAYE
Ashby
Manor Guest House is located in Cape Town. Free WiFi access is available.
Each room here will provide you with a TV and satellite channels. There
is also a coffee machine. Extras include a safety deposit box and bed linen.
Budget rooms share a bathroom and all other rooms have a private bathroom.
Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. An array
of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including
golfing. Limited public parking is available. The guest house is 600 m
from Sea Point Pavilion Swimming, 2.6 km from Long Street and 3.4 km from
Table Mountain. Cape Town International Airport is 20 km away. |
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Sundown
Manor, Guest House, FRESNAYE
Sundown
Manor is a four-star guesthouse and is located, a few minutes walk from
the Sea Point promenade and Olympic size swimming pools. The V&A Waterfront,
famous Clifton & Camps Bay beaches are only a few minutes drive away
and the Lion's Head mountain towers in the background. Shops, restaurants,
gym, golf course and public transport are nearby and easily accessible.
We have 8 large and spacious rooms, all en suite with newly renovated bathrooms
and upmarket finishes. The lounge and dining room area's are also
large and spacious and we have a lovely open patio area which is well protected
and an ideal spot for breakfast, sunbathing and evening sundowners.
The patio overlooks a large and inviting swimming pool located in a protected
and private setting, ideal for relaxing days! |
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GANSBAAI BED & BREAKFASTS / GUEST HOUSES
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(Afrikaans:
"bay of geese," sometimes referred to as Gans Bay) is a fishing village
and popular tourist destination in the Overberg District Municipality,
Western Cape, South Africa. The big attraction of this area is the great
white shark. Dyer and Geyser Islands, off the small fishing village of
Gansbaai offer probably the best shark cage diving in the world. A number
of boats operate in the area - chumming to attract the sharks' attention
and vying with each other for the best position. Do it soon, as there is
increasing resistance to a practice that many people consider to be morally
indefensible, ecologically destructive and dangerous. Also visit
De Kelders, a prime whale watching area. |
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Cliff
Lodge, Guesthouse, GANSBAAI
This sea front guest house
is located on the cliffs of De Kelders, overlooking Walker Bay. Each of
the rooms and suites at Cliff Lodge has either a sea view balcony or patio.
All rooms have an en suite bathroom with a bath or a shower, and free WiFi
access is available throughout the property. A breakfast buffet is served
on the sea-facing deck, and a full cooked breakfast menu is also available.
A number of restaurants can be found within walking distance of the property,
as well as in Gansbaai, within 10 minutes’ drive of the property. Guests
can swim in the outdoor pool overlooking the ocean, or relax on the sun
terrace. Other attractions include a secluded beach within a 20-minute
walk of the property, and guests may also experience whale watching during
season. The nearby village of Gansbaai is renowned for shark cage diving. |
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Kleinzee
Oceanfront Guesthouse, GANSBAAI
Perched
above the cliffs of the seaside village of De Kelders, Kleinzee Oceanfront
Guesthouse offers panoramic views extending across Walker Bay to the mountain
ranges of the Cape beyond. The property is located in the top spot for
land based whale watching. The bright suites have concertina doors which
open onto balconies or patios offering views of the sea. Each suite comes
with satellite TV, free WiFi, tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a minibar.
Down duvets and percale linen are provided. Guests can enjoy direct access
to the cliff path for seaside walks. Breakfast is served daily on the upper
level in the dining room with fireplace or on the sea facing balcony. A
sea front coffee shop and restaurant can be found within walking distance. |
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GARDENS BED & BREAKFASTS / GUEST HOUSES
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Gardens,
City Bowl, Cape Town, South Africa
In
the city bowl, framed by the famous Table Mountain and close to Table Bay.
Areas of interest are the V&A Waterfront (shops and restaurants galore),
Table Mountain cableway, the Castle, Company Gardens, shopping streets,
museums, excellent restaurants and more. A short drive to many magnificent
sandy beaches and the famed Winelands. |
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Kensington
Views, Guesthouse, GARDENS
Featuring
an outdoor swimming pool, Kensington Views offers accommodation in Cape
Town, 2.2 km from Long Street and 3.8 km from Table Mountain. Conveniently
set in the Gardens district, this guest house provides barbecue facilities.
All rooms are equipped with a terrace. All units in the guest house are
fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms include
a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster. The rooms at Kensington Views
feature air conditioning and a desk. V&A Waterfront is 6 km from the
accommodation, while CTICC is 8 km from the property. Cape Town International
Airport is 20 km away. |
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Number5
Guesthouse, GARDENS
Offering views of Table
Mountain, Number5 Guesthouse is set in a historical building, located in
a quiet street and just 2-minutes' walk from Kloof Street. The rooms at
the guest house are individually decorated with an African theme and each
room has a satellite TV, hair dryer and a bathroom with shower. Breakfast
is served every morning and a variety of restaurants and cafes can be found
on Kloof Street. Number5 Guesthouse has a garden, a shaded terrace and
a small library. Free WiFi is available. The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
is an 8-minute drive away and Company's Garden is located 1 km from the
guest house. Number5 is 5-minutes from De Waal Park. |
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