Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Full-service spa
Proposal/romance packages available
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views
Well-appointed furnishings

Categories

Cleanliness
9.04
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.51
The service is commendable, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
9.55
The views are stunning and the location is unique.
Room Quality
9.2
The suites are well appointed with great views.
Amenities
9.03
Amenities contributed positively to the stay.
Value for Money
8.99
The experience justifies the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.04
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.21
A unique and beautiful place to stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 09:22

Property Description

Escape to a sanctuary of relaxation and elegance at Camps Bay Retreat, where idyllic coastal charm meets Victorian splendor.

Indulgent Spa Services
Pamper yourself at our exquisite spa, offering rejuvenating massages, refreshing body treatments, and revitalizing facials designed to soothe your senses.

Stunning Recreational Amenities
Unwind in one of our two pristine outdoor swimming pools or bask in the warmth of the sauna, allowing you to refresh and recharge amidst serene surroundings.

Exceptional Dining Experience
Savor delectable dishes at our acclaimed restaurant, Himitsu, or enjoy casual bites at our charming café. Don’t forget to unwind with a drink at our cozy bar/lounge, all while relishing our complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast each morning.

Your perfect getaway awaits—reserve your stay at Camps Bay Retreat now!

Important information:

  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will be open from September to April.
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CPT

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 51 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.04
Service: 9.51
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.03
Value for Money: 8.99
Food and Beverage: 9.04
Overall Experience: 9.21
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Michael • partner
10
Pros:

The Main house is an amazing property, the 4 suites offer great views and well appointed furnishings. This is a unique place to stay, the photos don’t do it justice! The view is stunning and you can hear the waves crashing!

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Harrison • partner
10
Pros:

The most beautiful hotel and grounds. Lovely staff, wellness centre is fantastic, rooms are spacious, clean and well decorated. Photos don’t do it justice, the grounds are huge. Thanks for a great stay and for making us so welcome

2025-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Mary • partner
10
Pros:

We had a room in the manor house which was really nice, a few gripes was that it's a bit noisy near the tennis and you have to keep all the curtains closed due to the outside lighting, our tv had to be reset a few time and the bed was a bit uncomfortable. However, the actual manor house is beautiful with a glorious view. You can eat outside to enjoy the view, the food is very good also, staff friendly.

2025-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Michelle
10
Pros:

Beautiful

2025-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Shounak • family
10
Pros:

This place is amazing! Our family of 4 stayed here and really enjoyed the experience. The views are really unbeatable and staff are super friendly. Beach strip has great eateries

2025-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Wendy
10
Would Definitely Stay Again
Pros:

Excellent and very relaxed. A mix of old and modern spacious rooms. Grounds to explore as well as a spa.

2025-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Barry • partner
10
Pros:

This is my happy place to visit. The views are stunning and the hotel has so much charm and the staff are very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend it.

2024-12-06 • via Nuitee
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Guy • partner
8
Pros:

This is a beautiful location, the stunning view is the star and the staff are very pleasant and polite too. We had a number of small issues though with our room’s hot water and heating. Meaning we had to move room and had issues with the new room once in it. The staff did their best to help as they always seemed to do and they ended up resolved so it wasn’t the end of the world. We enjoyed the breakfast and found the meals perfectly adequate. We loved the old colonial style of the decorations and the local neighbourhood of Camps bay and the beautiful little pools everywhere and the stunning draw bridge. The padel tennis court was a nice touch. Overall the place feels nearly luxury but not yet quite there. This is not because of lack of effort. The staff are really great. With a few polishes and amendments to the overall standard this place would be of the first class - it was a very good experience just not a great one.

2024-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
Beautiful property but breakfast needs attention!
Pros:

Camps Bay Retreat is beautiful, we loved our stay, especially with having a wood fired hot tub. The breakfast was extremely disappointing with no continental buffet and many options not available on the small menu (avo, english muffin, tomatoes). We were also the last to order a coffee as there wasn't enough milk (this was at 08h30am in the morning). For a 5 star establishment, the breakfast is rated 3/10. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.

2024-07-08 • via Nuitee
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dana • family
10
Pros:

The staff was so super helpful. The property is enormous, there are so many places to explore, and you can use one of many different little pools as well as the main pools. LOVED It!

2024-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Richard • partner
8
Pros:

Property and room were nice. Service was very hit and miss.

2023-12-20 • via Nuitee
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Mary
10
Pros:

It was very close to beaches. Property had many magical gardens & wood-burning hot tubs throughout the gardens that U can reserve… Absolutely magical & very friendly staff. They brought lots of bottled water to my room. The DECOR was stunning!! I took lots of photos of each of the sitting rooms. Beach/ Ocean views throughout the RETREAT… Amazing!!

2023-12-07 • via Nuitee
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Kyle
10
Loved it!
Pros:

What a cool and unique hotel concept! A beautiful, old building makes up the core of the resort, with several newer houses around it that have been converted to hotel rooms. Multiple pools, nature paths, a pickle ball court... there's something for everyone. Plus, it's a very quick walk down to the beach!

2023-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family
2
Pros:

Booked a room at Camps Bay Retreat for NYE - they told me my reservation was at Bay Hotel. That is NOT what I booked, but with it being NYE there were no other options around Cape Town. Bay Hotel is an entirely different property in an entirely different location. Not only did I have to stay at this property that I did not book, they would not provide any compensation for what they admitted was THEIR MISTAKE (a "system issue"). Beware of this bait and switch tactic they are using to show photos/descriptions of the Camps Bay Retreat to sell rooms at different properties. DO NOT RECOMMEND.

2023-01-05 • via Nuitee
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stephen • partner
10
Pros:

Beautiful location and wonderful staff.

2022-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • family_with_children
10
Pros:

A beautiful property with so much character. Staff was extremely friendly and hospitable. The property felt very safe. The food was great - my boys loved the pancakes the best!

2022-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Zeev • partner
10
Pros:

Manor has a Old World charm. Room was clean, large and well thought out. Staff were extremely helpful when called upon. Allowed us to relax and explore Camps Bay easily with a short drive from location. Grounds are well kept and offer quiet. View of water from the grounds is great while enjoying a drink. Enjoyed the stay and wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.

2022-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Bruno • partner
10
Pros:

Property, staff and service overall excellent. Not convinced about the Japanese theme going on in the restaurant though.

2022-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Tim
10
Beautiful retreat on the hill!
Pros:

This property is stellar! Beautiful views, relaxing grounds and secluded, wooded trails to relax! We had a wonderful stay. The room was comfortable as well. We loved waking up and strolling through the property before enjoying the amazing breakfast overlooking the ocean below!

2022-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • partner
10
Pros:

Fabulous hotel, great location but feels like a little escape from the hustle and bustle of Camps Bay as it’s in a lovely garden/ nature reserve. Large room! Lovely and clean. Great service and hotel restaurant was delicious. Andrew was super helpful

2022-03-04 • via Nuitee