The Bay Hotel

Cape Town, South Africa

Virgin rating

Suite
Main Pool
Mountain Room
Classic Room
Premier Room
Sandy B
Sandy B Bar
Caamil's Bar
Bistro @ The Bay
Cabana Room
Luxury Room
Luxury Room
Suite
Main Pool
Mint Wellness Spa
Suite
Main Pool
Mountain Room
Classic Room
Premier Room
Sandy B
Sandy B Bar
Caamil's Bar
Bistro @ The Bay
Cabana Room
Luxury Room
Luxury Room
Suite
Main Pool
Mint Wellness Spa

The hotel

You will instantly feel relaxed when you stay at the Bay Hotel. The hotel is chilled out and contemporary but manages to combine luxury with a relaxed, informal atmosphere, a perfect beachfront retreat. Occupying the coolest location in Cape Town, in the very heart of the trendy suburb of Camps Bay, you can sip on a sundowner whilst overlooking the white sandy beach. In addition to the spectacular view, the hotel is in the middle of the Camps Bay ‘strip’ dotted with bars and restaurants where Cape Town’s ‘in-crowd’ just must be seen. All of this and only a few minutes from the Table Mountain cableway and just 15 minutes from the V&A Waterfront and downtown. Back on site, there are four beautiful pools to lounge by and Bistro at The Bay, serves up a feast of gourmet delights. Afterwards, relax in the sophisticated elegance of Caamil’s Bar and Caamil, the best barman you will find in Cape Town.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair access
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Beach
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

On Victoria Road between the bars and restaurants of Camps Bay overlooking the beach. Transfer time from Cape Town Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

72 rooms and 6 suites on 4 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV, DVD, complimentary WiFi, telephone, Nespresso™ machine (pods available at additional charge), mini-bar*, safe and hairdryer. Mountain View Rooms offer breathtaking views of Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Classic Rooms are located around the main pool with direct access to the pool from a private patio with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Club Classic Rooms are north facing with views of Lions Head with a sitting area and a private entrance lobby, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Premier Mountain View Rooms are spacious with private spa baths and expansive balconies, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Premier Pool View Rooms overlook the pool area and offer views of Lions Head with partial sea views, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Premier Sea View Rooms have a direct view of the Atlantic Ocean, a sitting area and balcony, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Cabana Rooms are on the ground floor, have a spacious patio overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and offer direct access to the cabana pools, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Luxury Rooms have an expansive balcony with sun loungers overlooking Camps Bay Beach for breathtaking sea views, a spa bath, large sitting area, Nespresso™ machine, mini-bar* and decanters, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Suites have 2 balconies with Atlantic Ocean views and maximum sunlight position, spacious separate living areas, Nespresso™ machine, full mini-bar and decanters, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Tides (buffet breakfast), Bistro at The Bay (poolside restaurant; afternoon tea and dinner), Sandy B Private Beach Club (light lunches and snacks), Caamil's Bar. 4 swimming pools. Spa* with steam room and sauna. Gym. Tennis and squash courts. 24-hour room service*. Complimentary parking. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary uncapped WiFi in rooms and public area (fair usage applies).

Wheelchair adapted rooms with partially accessible amenities or facilities available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

3 nights between 13 Feb-8 Feb and 20 Dec-5 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Get away at Camps Bay

Apr 16, 2024 Departure40046744064 Cardiff, United Kingdom

Beautiful hotel in an excellent location on the beach in Camps Bay. Rooms were spacious and very clean, with a very comfortable bed resulting in a great night’s sleep. Choice of options at breakfast were very good, and the staff were welcoming and very cheerful. We visited in early April 24, and the only downside was the extremely high winds and… Read more
Beautiful hotel in an excellent location on the beach in Camps Bay. Rooms were spacious and very clean, with a very comfortable bed resulting in a great night’s sleep. Choice of options at breakfast were very good, and the staff were welcoming and very cheerful. We visited in early April 24, and the only downside was the extremely high winds and thunderstorms that impacted on us for a few days. We chose to visit the V&A and take a couple of bus tours on the iffy weather days, and there is a ‘hop on’ bus stop right opposite the hotel for the bus tour. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The best way to start your trip to Cape Town

Apr 5, 2024 Kavita M Manchester, United Kingdom

This quaint hotel is tucked back from the strip and gives beautiful panoramic views of the sea and mountains. It is perfectly located, a few minutes stroll to some fantastic restaurants, coffee shops and the super market. You are also well placed to access table mountain, lion’s head and a coastal walk up to both Clifton and Hought bay. The hotel… Read more
This quaint hotel is tucked back from the strip and gives beautiful panoramic views of the sea and mountains. It is perfectly located, a few minutes stroll to some fantastic restaurants, coffee shops and the super market. You are also well placed to access table mountain, lion’s head and a coastal walk up to both Clifton and Hought bay. The hotel itself is beautifully kept and has a calming feel to it. The decor is simple but crisp. The Tides restaurant provides a lovely breakfast spot and sea facing views. Breakfast is wonderful, serving both continental and hot food, a selection of smoothie bowls and juices. Camille’s bar is also great for sunset drinks. The Bistro is also excellent and provides pool side snacks and lunch- we really enjoyed the loaded nachos and butternut squash salad. The rooms are excellent- the beds and pillows are some of the best we have ever experienced. There is a complimentary mini bar and if you’re celebrating an occasion, they will provide a bottle of bubbly on arrival in your room. The front of house staff are helpful, always in hand to assist us with directions and taxis. Words can’t fully explain what a great experience we had here- we spent 5 nights in total and could have happily stayed longer. Read less
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Mar 30, 2024 wyuen122144 Glasgow, United Kingdom

Had a very enjoyable stay at the Bay Hotel, located facing the beach which is so central for restaurants and the hop off hop on bus that stops right outside hotel, which is fantastic to see all the amazing sites that Cape Town offers.
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Mar 28, 2024 Dreamer51736557201

The pillows are the so comfortable to sleep on and the customer service was just magnificent.The hotel was also super clean keep up the good work team.I also liked the food that was made in the hotel and the environment was stress free and relaxing.
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Mar 13, 2024 Dayna R

The place is peaceful, rooms with seaside view is breathe taking was absolutely beautiful, the staff are professional and nice, best service I have ever experienced. I liked the fact everything I needed was within distance. I will definitely be coming back.