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Alta Bay

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Property grounds - Alta Bay (Cape Town)
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Alta Bay (Cape Town)
Studio Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, first-run movies - Alta Bay (Cape Town)
Studio Suite | Terrace/patio - Alta Bay (Cape Town)
Property entrance - Alta Bay (Cape Town)
Alta Bay provides amenities like a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite

  • Sea view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, first-run movies

Studio Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Alta Bay is in Cape Town City Centre, a neighborhood in Cape Town. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain. Iziko South African Museum and Cape Town Museum are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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12 Invermark Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a city at its base, a coastline, and a sunset.
    Table Mountain National Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A cable car over a mountainous landscape with a view of the ocean below.
    Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
    7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • A building with a sign for 'Long Street Hotel' and 'Buena Vista Social Cafe'.
    Long Street
    7 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • De Waal Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kloof Street
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station
    6 min drive
  • Cape Town Station
    11 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • vida e caffe
    20 min walk
  • Our Local
    2 min drive
  • Van Hunks
    19 min walk
  • Asoka
    20 min walk
  • Four Rosmead Hotel
    8 min walk

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • First-run movies
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests must contact the property for check-in information

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between June 1 and July 31.

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per room (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Does Alta Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Alta Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Alta Bay?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Alta Bay?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Alta Bay provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 450 per room applies.

Where is Alta Bay located?

Located in Cape Town City Centre, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park and De Waal Park. Cape Town Medi Clinic and Kloof Street are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Alta Bay Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful oasis

Beautiful oasis escape from the busy cuty
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8/10 Good

Maria Fernanda Silva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Otimo!!!

O Local é ótimo! Quarto lindo e confortável. Fomos bastante bem atendidos! O local tem uma vista linda, com ótimos restaurantes ao redor. Algo distante do Waterfront, bem próximo da table mountain. Internet funciona intermitentemente no quarto. Ótimo local para ficar!!! Recomendo!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018
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8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Convenient for business in the Cape Town "city bowl". Friendly and efficient check-in
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10/10 Excellent

Howie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrific boutique lodging in Gardens area

This small lodging is perfectly situated in Gardens district of Cape Town. Rooms are nice with good wifi and selection of TV channels. Also equipped with kitchenette. Best of all is owner Stephan who is wonderfu to deal with. He's super prompt with email queries. And will happily provide recommendations re where to eat and what to see and do.
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel com cara de casa

Super atendimento do gerente Sthephan, que nos deu todas as dicas de passeios e roteiros de turismo! O lugar é incrível, com jardim, piscina, área de relax e o quarto é bem amplo! Tem tb suíte tipo flat para mais pessoas mas não conheci! A localização é muito boa, próxima da Table Mountain (1km aprox), e a essa mesma distância vc encontra uma rua super badalada a Kloof com restaurantes, cafés, supermercado e tudo o mais que precisar!
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You might not want to leave the hotel

The Gardens neighborhood/district is easily the most beautiful place to stay in Cape Town. If you are fit, it's feasible to walk to/from Kloof Street for fine dining. If you're really fit and have plenty of time, you can start your hike to Table Mountain from the hotel as well. The owners and staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. Our room was spacious and well appointed. The mattress was very comfortable and the window treatments provided almost blackout conditions so we enjoyed very sound sleep during our stay. Parking was also right in front of the hotel.
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Private Room Without a View

Very friendly service. No views despite good position. Found out breakfast not included on arrival. Lovely hammock to lie and read. Plenty of greenery.
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8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Alta Bay

Great stay - very smart room (one bed apartment really), very nice helpful staff and owner, great location (gave it 4 on location only because is very high up the hill). Knocked off one mark on comfort and condition because had to use portable heater when chilly, which caused fuse to go. Beds/kitchen etc. all in very good condition. 4/5 overall.
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4/10 Poor

michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An unpleasant bed & breakfast stay.

Alta Bay has so few reviews- there has not been a balanced set of perspectives. Firstly, let me say- if you base your review soley on the views of Table Mtn. & the grounds' lush landscaping- than five stars would be justified. However, if you include the tiny, flimsy Bay Suite & its miniscule bathroom; then you might draw another conclusion. Or if you realized your "suite" is situated right underneath the owners' active garage- you might think otherwise. Early mornings, the garage opener would be activated. Lots of audible activity there, as well. The room I asked successfully to move to, was much larger & more liveable. Unfortunately, there was no hot water in the Loft during my stay. The towels smelled unsanitary. But perhaps the worst part of my stay- not including a bedbug on my sheet- was the proprietress herself. She was very nosy- despite having lots of security cameras facing all room entrances, etc. One time, while bringing a pair of slippers to me- I opened my door for her. But instead of just delivering the slippers; she waltzed right into my room, & made a cursory visual evaluation. That was not respecting my privacy. Of course, there's also no DND sign.
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10/10 Excellent

Mikael & Birgitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
God service på ett mindre hotell med fint läge med gångavstånd till restauranger o shopping. Ibland svårt för taxi att hitta. Tyvärr kraschade Wi-Fi-nätverket de sista dagarna med ett halvdant provisorium. Annars välordnat och bra.
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8/10 Good

FB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely hotel in a peaceful location.

Our stay at this hotel was excellent - the team were very friendly and helpful and the location, though a bit out of central Cape Town, was very calm and quiet, with lots of good restaurants a short taxi ride away. We subsequently stayed in a more central hotel and missed Alta Bay's location away from all the noise and crowds. The facilities are very good at Alta Bay and we would definitely stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely friendly place to stay.

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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities