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Camps Bay Retreat

4.0 star property
Luxury beach hotel with spa, near Camps Bay Beach

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Wood Fired Hot Tub Nature Studio | Beach/ocean view
Wood Fired Hot Tub Villa Ocean | Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Located in the heart of Camps Bay, Camps Bay Retreat offers an elegant retreat with a cooked-to-order breakfast, coffee shop, and garden. Unwind at Mint Wellness spa or enjoy sun-kissed days by the 2 outdoor pools. Guests rave about their experiences.

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $210
includes taxes & fees
$182 per night
May 5 - May 6

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Wood Fired Hot Tub Villa Ocean | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Wood Fired Hot Tub Villa Ocean

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sky Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Sky Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa Ocean Suite | View from room

Villa Ocean Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Wood Fired Hot Tub Nature Wellness | Garden view

Wood Fired Hot Tub Nature Wellness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Wood Fired Hot Tub Residence | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Wood Fired Hot Tub Residence

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Wood Fired Hot Tub Pool Studio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Wood Fired Hot Tub Pool Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Wood-Fired Hot Tub Nature Mountain Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Wood-Fired Hot Tub Nature Mountain Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Nature Room | Mountain view

Nature Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Wood Fired Hot Tub Nature Studio | Balcony view

Wood Fired Hot Tub Nature Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sky Three Bedroom Family Suite | Balcony view

Sky Three Bedroom Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Manor Mountain Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Manor Mountain Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sea Mountain Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Sea Mountain Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Manor Ocean Suite | Beach/ocean view

Manor Ocean Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Manor Knacke Suite | Balcony

Manor Knacke Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Ocean Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is $209
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$181 per night
May 1 - May 2
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About the neighborhood

Map
7 Chilworth Road Camps Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8040

What's nearby

  • Camps Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lions Head - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Long Street - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Table Mountain - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 30 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 14 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Cavendish - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Caprice - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mantra Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zenzero - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Camps Bay Retreat

Camps Bay Retreat is a great choice for your beach stay in Cape Town, putting you near activities like surfing/body boarding. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a sauna, a steam room, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • 3 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Mint Wellness. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Himitsu - Onsite restaurant.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from September to April
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard

Also known as

Bay Retreat
Camps Bay Retreat
Camps Bay Retreat Cape Town
Camps Bay Retreat House
Camps Bay Retreat House Cape Town
Retreat Camps Bay
Camps Bay Retreat Hotel
Camps Bay Retreat Hotel
Camps Bay Retreat Cape Town
Camps Bay Retreat Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Camps Bay Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Camps Bay Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Camps Bay Retreat?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Camps Bay Retreat?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Camps Bay Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Camps Bay Retreat?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Camps Bay Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Camps Bay Retreat?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Camps Bay Retreat and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Camps Bay Retreat also has a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as a picnic area, a garden, and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Camps Bay Retreat?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Himitsu.

What's the area around Camps Bay Retreat like?

Camps Bay Retreat is a short 6-minute walk from Camps Bay Beach and 4 minutes' walk from Table Mountain National Park.

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Camps Bay Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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View
Ocean
Location
Breakfast
Trails
Food
Bed
Restaurant

What guests liked

  • The property is very close to the beach with stunning ocean views and direct access. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Would Definitely Stay Again

Excellent and very relaxed. A mix of old and modern spacious rooms. Grounds to explore as well as a spa.
Wendy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Barry, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location and wonderful staff.
stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
dana, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Joanne, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property and room were nice. Service was very hit and miss.
Richard, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful property but breakfast needs attention!

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.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!

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!
Kyle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Zeev, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!!
Mary, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Guy, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

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.

10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Steve, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Casey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pierre-Guillaume, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisk oplevelse
kim, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thomas, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Francis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property, staff and service overall excellent. Not convinced about the Japanese theme going on in the restaurant though.
Bruno, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lisa

Perfekt boende i en fantastiskt miljö med underbar personal. En lugn oas, ett litet paradis, med kort avstånd till Kapstadens centrum. Tog ca 10 min med en Uber in till centrum. Vandrade längs stranden eller i dalen upp mot The Lions head. Restaurangens frukost och övrig mat måste upplevas - makalöst gott. Tack, återkommer gärna om vi får möjlighet att återkomma till Sydafrika.
Elisabet, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful retreat on the hill!

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!
Tim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Gemma, 5-night trip