The Bay Hotel

Cape Town, South Africa

Star 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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May 30, 2025 hpaula108144 Sao Paulo, SP

In the best area of Cape Town, the best hotel of the city. Good employee, good breakfast, wonderful rooms
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Enjoyable return stay

May 25, 2025 David M Nottingham, United Kingdom

Have stayed many times over the years. VNL members and so upgrade to pool room with sea view very much appreciated. Recently refurbished room, All very nice and roomy. Appreciated the pillow menu options. Shower power perhaps could have been improved but still adequate. A couple of minor comments - Check in/ check out rather 'cardboard' -… Read more
Have stayed many times over the years. VNL members and so upgrade to pool room with sea view very much appreciated. Recently refurbished room, All very nice and roomy. Appreciated the pillow menu options. Shower power perhaps could have been improved but still adequate. A couple of minor comments - Check in/ check out rather 'cardboard' - Breakfast service somewhat chaotic. No menu offered both days, had to ask. Staff seemed disorganised - no management presence? Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Moulds everywhere :(

May 23, 2025 d2888234 London, United Kingdom

The hotel is beautiful and location is amazing. But it's dated and not properly maintained. It's a shame as I was really looking forward to enjoying the hotel.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The perfect hotel we’re staying in Cape Town

May 18, 2025 Robin D

Very posh and high scale feeling hotel. Great location and relation to the water and local entertainment and food easy to get the table mount and coastal areas. Amazing breakfast, swimming pools and very relaxing setting. We’ll definitely stay there again.
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Apr 30, 2025 pippa d

We recently stayed at the Bay Hotel with friends and can honestly say that it was the best hotel we've ever stayed in! From the start of our holiday to the end we can't praise the staff here enough! The reception staff were super helpful and even arranged trips and taxis for us right from the door! They always greeted us back from our days out… Read more
We recently stayed at the Bay Hotel with friends and can honestly say that it was the best hotel we've ever stayed in! From the start of our holiday to the end we can't praise the staff here enough! The reception staff were super helpful and even arranged trips and taxis for us right from the door! They always greeted us back from our days out with a friendly smile! The house keeping staff kept our room immaculate and would always ask us if we needed anything. Nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast staff were so attentive and served us everything we asked for, they always seemed so happy and kind! The security guards were always polite and welcoming and kept us safe during our stay. We also recommend going to Camilles bar where Tannashi always made us feel welcome and made us some lovely cocktails, nothing was too much trouble for him. He also offered us advise on places to go and places to eat, which didn't disappoint! The location of the hotel is second to none with fabulous views and sunsets to remember always! Thank you to everyone who made our stay unforgettable! Read less