10 Top-Rated Bed and Breakfast Inns in Cape Town Central, Western Cape

May 14, 2023 Darleen Reid

Cape Town glistens at the southern toe of the African continent. Tourist brochure-views at Blaauwberg Beach and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens are within easy driving distance of "The Mother City." The Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve provides sweeping sea vistas, hiking trails and wildlife encounters. On a more somber note, travelers can visit Robben Island, the prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 27 years.
Restaurants in Cape Town Central

1. Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel

25 Rose Street, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
Excellent
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5 based on 1156 reviews

Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel

Rouge on Rose is for the holiday or business traveller who wants to be right at the centre of all things Cape Town. With its 9 meticulously decorated suites, This family-run boutique hotel opened its doors in the Bo-Kaap. This historic neighbourhood is famous for its colourful homes and its warm, multi-cultural community. It's a place where cobblestone streets and heritage buildings meet trendy bars and eateries, film companies, and design studios. You can expect a few things from a 4-star boutique hotel. Beautiful décor. Fantastic breakfast. Excellent service. But with every booking at Rouge on Rose, you'll also get a generous helping of personality, initiative, and real insider's input. Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel is within easy walking distance of the city centre with its restaurants, markets, museums, theatres, and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

Will be Back!

Reviewed By DrAOxfordshire

Loved this place from the moment we arrived. Extremely helpful staff, great location and quirky individual rooms. The Bo Kap district is often featured in Cape Town travel pictures due to its brightly coloured painted houses. The Rouge on Rose is a couple of blocks away from a number of excellent restaurants and a short walk to the Greenmarket area (for shopping). The owners Ursula and Michel were super friendly and always on hand to help or make suggestions - we felt like part of the family. The breakfast was freshly prepared to order and of a very high standard, served by the delightful Chris. The waterfront area is about a 20 minute walk away or a few minutes in an Uber (Ubers are very cheap in Cape Town) For my next visit to Cape Town, I will not be looking to stay anywhere else.

2. The Villa Rosa

277 High Level Road Sea Point, Cape Town Central 8005 South Africa
Excellent
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4.5 based on 258 reviews

The Villa Rosa

Nestled under the watchful eye of Lion’s Head stands the Villa Rosa, a charming turn of the century Victorian Villa. Cape Town’s most loved boutique accommodation perfectly situated in Sea Point, within an easy stroll to the beach. Our super comfort, sleep easy beds with exquisite linens, organic essential oil soaps and the fluffiest towels create an effortless feeling of well-being and harmony.Start your morning with a delicious breakfast ranging from homemade muesli, organic yogurts, hand selected local cheeses and imported Italian cold cuts, or a sumptuous breakfast of the day. Seasonal fruits and homemade preserves to name just a few. Our staff are delightful and cannot wait to make your stay with us unforgettable.

Old-world Charm in the heart of Sea Point

Reviewed By Joanna B

Charming & well-situated The host, Greg, very kindly waited for my arrival, after 7pm The room was spacious and well appointed, with the most luxurious bedding. Breakfast we delicious! I'll definitely stay again.

3. Dolphin Inn Guesthouse, Mouille Point

75 Beach Road Mouille Point, Cape Town Central 8005 South Africa
Excellent
78%
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4.5 based on 281 reviews

Dolphin Inn Guesthouse, Mouille Point

Comfortable, seafront Guesthouse, walking distance to top restaurants, coffee shops, salons, spas and the V+A Waterfront for all your shopping and entertainment needs. The Cape Town Stadium is less than 700m away and the CTICC is a 10 minute drive. Continental and hot breakfast included. Free Wi-Fi. Spectacular views across Table Bay to Robben Island from the living room. The air-conditioned luxury suite on the 1st floor features an open plan design with a galley kitchen with stove and microwave, a small bar and living room. Sliding doors open onto a partially covered balcony providing the perfect space for sundowner cocktails or a leisurely breakfast watching the dolphins. Ideal for a romantic getaway or the business traveller who needs some space to work from. Comfortable, spacious accommodation. All standard rooms are en-suite with LED TV, mini bar, tea&coffee facilities, hairdryers, and ceiling fans. One standard is fitted with an aircon. Safe and secure area. Beautiful promenade for walkers and runners. Metropolitan Golf course is behind us and the Virgin Active Gym is a quick jog away. Convenient bus access to City Centre, Waterfront and Camps Bay. Cape Peninsula Technikon and Survival Centre - 5min walk. We can help with car hire, tours and adventure activities.

Very Cozy comfortable clean place to stay!!

Reviewed By stevewhitesdesw

Our host were very accommodating. Lovely charming atmosphere making you feel very welcome. Breakfast was delightful and very tasty. As you look out eating breakfast you see the ocean and it’s magnificent views. It is located just outside the harbor but in easy walking distance of the Harbor and the stadium. Perfect location.

4. Cape Diem Lodge - Boutique Hotel

11 Vesperdene Road Green Point, Cape Town Central 8005 South Africa
Excellent
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4.5 based on 373 reviews

Cape Diem Lodge - Boutique Hotel

Cape Diem Lodge – Boutique Hotel, nestled between the slopes of Signal Hill and the cultural hub of the Mother City, offers guests a refreshing alternative to ordinary hotel accommodation. The idea to re-launch and convert this Victorian jewel from the late 1800's into a luxurious meeting point for friends the world over, came in the blink of an eye. The complete restoration in 2007 took several months to complete and was carried out with the greatest attention to detail. As well as being one of Cape Town’s most sought-after properties, Cape Diem Lodge encompasses influences from old and new, local and global which comes together in playful harmony. Set in a beautifully Mediterranean landscaped garden, this historical property is equipped with every modern-day luxury, including self-controlled Cooling and Heating Systems, Flat Screen Televisions with DVD players, up to 100 gig uncapped Fibre throughout the Lodge, Digital safes, Hairdryers and Nespresso Coffee Machines with complimentary coffee capsules. Cape Diem Lodge totally sets the scene for a relaxed stay in the most central and prestigious part of the city. Cape Diem Lodge and its staff pride themselves in providing friendly, personalised service and offer Laundry Services, Luxury Airport Transfers and concierge services to cater for your holiday needs. From Cape Diem, Guests are within minutes of Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, Kirstenbosch Gardens and Cape Town’s pristine beaches. An information package upon your arrival includes a map of Cape Town, brochures of popular day excursions and information on Tours and Safaris. We are a multilingual team, and offer services in English, German, French and Afrikaans. We look forward to welcoming each guest and invite you to enjoy our beautiful city while experiencing true South-African hospitality. Relax in stylish comfort as our dedicated staff attend to your every need - giving you the warm welcome, you deserve!

Perfect base to explore Cape Town

Reviewed By Dream46270249021

We had such a perfect stay at Cape Diem Lodge. Such a beautiful place and full of great, thoughtful touches that made the place so comfortable and special. It’s in a great location to walk down to the waterfront. The staff are amazing and so helpful. And the tea and cake and the breakfast were delicious! We will for sure come back.

5. Tintagel Guesthouse

90 New Church Street Gardens/ Tamboerskloof, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
Excellent
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5 based on 384 reviews

Tintagel Guesthouse

Tintagel guesthouse is a 1881 elegant,restored Victorian townhouse which has been trading since 2005. Tintagel is situated in New Church Street,just off Kloof Street in Gardens,central Cape Town. The guesthouse has central city location.Close to restaurants,cafes and pubs in Kloof Street.Long Street is a 10 minute walk from Tintagel.Rates include full breakfast and wifi access.

Most beautiful Guesthouse in Cape Town

Reviewed By mchris373813

Wonderful victorian House with the most lovely owner and manager we could ever have. The House is located in a very safe area, close to many nice restaurants and cafes, was exceptionally clean with beautiful cosy bedrooms and full of South African hospitality. This house and its people, Ivan und Utah, made our time in Cape Town unique! We would absolutely recommend it! A great experience!

6. Welgelegen House

6 Stephen Street, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa 011 27 21 426 2373
Excellent
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5 based on 611 reviews

Welgelegen House

Welgelegen House, is located in a tranquil and quiet corner of Oranjezicht in two Victorian houses - just a short walk from the bustling Kloof Street, where some of Cape Town's Best Restaurants Cape Town's best local restaurants, bars and artisanal stores can be explored. The Cableway, Camps Bay and The Waterfront are no more than a ten minute drive away, and with views of both Table Mountain and Lion's Head, Welgelegen truly lives up to its translation: Well situated.

The best place to stay in Cape Town!

Reviewed By julietandkristravel

We cannot compliment the Welgelegen Guest House highly enough. This really is the perfect place to stay in Cape Town. The wonderful team make this such a special place. They are so friendly and welcoming and cannot do enough to make your stay as memorable and enjoyable as possible. They make such a personal effort with all of their guests, which creates such a warm, happy atmosphere at the house. We loved chatting with them each day, as well as taking their top tips - they went the extra mile to make sure we were so well looked after, from reserving tables to recommending things to do. Everything is immaculately kept. The rooms and facilities are beautiful (as is the view of nearby Table Mountain), and breakfast was a welcome treat every morning. In terms of location, this is a great base. Everything is within a 10 minute drive by taxi – we were able to get everywhere easily (eg. beaches, V&A waterfront and markets) and always looked for to getting back to the Welgelegen after a long day of exploring. We would recommend staying here to everyone and would love to return. Thank you Prince, Memory, Rita and the rest of the Welgelegen team for the best stay we could have imagined!

7. Cape Standard

3 Romney Road Greenpoint, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
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4.5 based on 878 reviews

Cape Standard

Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head. For travelers visiting Cape Town Central, Cape Standard is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its romantic environment and proximity to great restaurants and attractions, Cape Standard makes it easy to enjoy the best of Cape Town Central. As your “home away from home,” the guest house rooms offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and newspaper while staying at Cape Standard. In addition, Cape Standard offers a pool and free breakfast, which will help make your Cape Town Central trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. Nearby landmarks such as Cape Town Stadium (Green Point Stadium) (0.6 mi) and Noon Day Gun (0.8 mi) make Cape Standard a great place to stay when visiting Cape Town Central. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Cape Town Central's popular souvlaki restaurants such as Greek Fisherman, Mykonos Taverna, and Ari's Souvlaki, all a short distance from Cape Standard. Best of all, Cape Standard makes it easy to experience many great Cape Town Central attractions like Streetwires, State of the Art Gallery, and The Cape Malay Art Exhibition- Bo Kaap, which are some popular art galleries. Cape Standard is sure to make your visit to Cape Town Central one worth remembering.

An Excellent Stay!

Reviewed By j0pperman

The Cape Standard was a truly wonderful stay, the host and staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. It has a gorgeous setting and altough I was there on business, it felt like a holiday as well. I will definitely return here upon my next visit to Cape Town!

8. Redbourne Hilldrop Guesthouse

12 Roseberry Avenue Oranjezicht, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
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5 based on 190 reviews

Redbourne Hilldrop Guesthouse

Finding an ideal romantic guest house in Cape Town Central does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Redbourne Hilldrop Guesthouse, a nice option for travelers like you. Nearby landmarks such as Oranjezicht City Farm (0.3 mi) and Iziko Slave Lodge (1.3 mi) make Redbourne Hilldrop Guesthouse a great place to stay when visiting Cape Town Central. You can take advantage of some of the amenities offered by Redbourne Hilldrop Guesthouse, including outdoor furniture, baggage storage, and sun umbrellas. In addition, guests can enjoy a pool and free breakfast during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While in Cape Town Central, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Redbourne Hilldrop Guesthouse, including Kloof Street House (1.0 mi), Truth Coffee HQ (1.2 mi), and Nelson's Eye (0.7 mi). Best of all, Redbourne Hilldrop Guesthouse makes it easy to experience some great Cape Town Central attractions like Castle of Good Hope, which is a popular castle. Redbourne Hilldrop Guesthouse looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Cape Town Central.

Wonderful stay

Reviewed By LeahSefor

I loved my stay at this wonderful B&B in Cape Town. It's so central and convenient. Sharon and Jonny are the most fantastic hosts who make you feel like you're part of the family. Their breakfast nook is so lovely with the most amazing view and their meals are abundant and delicious. The rooms are spacious with large, comfy beds and loads of space to sit and work. It's a quiet, peaceful neighbourhood, perfect for a restful stay. I will definitely be back!

9. The Cape Colonial Guesthouse

13 Union Street Gardens, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
Excellent
64%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

The Cape Colonial Guesthouse

Rhona Page

Reviewed By prhona166583

Sabine warmly welcomed me with delicious coffee and freshly baked banana bread. Beautifully decorated and comfortable room (with electric blanket and heaters) with balcony and well appointed en-suite bathroom.. No TV which didn't bother me but some might want one. Thank you Sabine - I hope to return and would definitely recommend Cape Colonial Guesthouse.

10. Radium Hall Guest House

4 Hildeen Rd. Tamboerskloof, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 191 reviews

Radium Hall Guest House

Radium Hall Guest House is set on the slopes of Cape Town's Signal Hill, with breathtaking views of Table Mountain, the city and Table Bay. Radium Hall is only 5 min drive to the Cape Town International Convention Center (CTICC). This modern upmarket home is stylishly decorated, blending beautiful wooden antique furniture with modern well light open spaces. Radium Hall is ideally situated in Tamboerskloof: 5 minutes from Cape Town city center, Waterfront, and other Historic Sites... Table Mountain is your backyard and the start of numerous mountain walks are only a stones throw away. You'll be within easy and safe walking distance of buzzing Kloof and Long Street with their many popular restaurants, cafe's, bistros, pubs and nightclubs.

Great hospitality and value for money in a safe, central neighbourhood

Reviewed By altadevos

Nestled in the heart of Tamboerskloof, a safe, trendy, family-friendly neighbourhood, Radium Hall Guest House truly feels like a home away from home. The rooms are super clear and serviced daily, and most of them have incredible views across the city. I booked a smaller room, but were still able to enjoy gorgeous views from the balcony and common spaces. My room was very private, and the neighbourhood and guest house was quiet and safe. A bonus was the quick access to Table Mountain and being walking distance to businesses and resturants in Kloof Street and the City. The best part of the my stay was, however, the hospitality - I had much uncertainty about the length of my stay, and Radium Hall went above and beyond to accommodate me. I can highly recommend this establishment, and will certainly be back.

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