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Ocean View House

4.0 star property
A coastal retreat where guests can sip drinks at two poolside bars, stroll through peaceful gardens, and float along lazy rivers with mountain views

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Superior Room | Beach/ocean view - Ocean View House (Cape Town)
Ocean View House, near Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain, has two poolside bars, a sunny terrace, and free daily full breakfast. Guests can book spa treatments or rent bikes. The helpful staff and generous outdoor spaces offer plenty of room to relax.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Garden Suite | Beach/ocean view

Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • River view

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Milkwood Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Milkwood Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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Traveller Room : Mountain View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traveller Room : Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Mountain view

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Panorama Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panorama Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Sea view

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Classic Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Partial sea view

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Panorama Apartment | Balcony

Panorama Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 82 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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Traveller Room : Pool Deck | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traveller Room : Pool Deck

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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Oasis Apartment | Private pool

Oasis Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • 200 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

About the neighborhood

Located in Camps Bay, a neighborhood in Cape Town, Ocean View House is in the suburbs and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Chapmans Peak can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Beau Constantia. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, mountain climbing, and skydiving nearby. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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33 Victoria Road - Bakoven, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005

What's nearby

  • Just amazing! Great views from everywhere and the next day we couldn’t even see the mountain so take the chance when you get it!
    Table Mountain National Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Camps Bay Beach showing a sandy beach and a coastal town
    Camps Bay Beach
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Long Street
    Long Street
    6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Cape Town, Western Cape / South Africa - 10/25/2016: Aerial photo of Cape Town International Convention Centre with Table Mountain in the background
    Cape Town International Convention Centre
    9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Theatre on the Bay
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station
    11 min drive
  • Cape Town Station
    17 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zenzero
    19 min walk
  • Mantra Cafe
    2 min drive
  • Cafe Caprice
    2 min drive
  • Starbucks
    18 min walk
  • Hard Rock Cafe Cape Town
    19 min walk

About this property

Ocean View House

Upscale family-friendly guesthouse renovated in 2022 and located near Camps Bay Beach
Located close to Table Mountain and Lions Head, Ocean View House provides free full breakfast, 2 poolside bars, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a deep-tissue massage, a body treatment, or a facial. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with a lazy river, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths, and childcare services
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 109-cm Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, travel cribs, and free tea bags/instant coffee

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Lazy river

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Baby bath
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1994
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - September 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 109-cm smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Construction is underway at a neighboring building on weekdays (except December 16, 2025-January 15, 2026). Guests booked in 'Traveler Room: Mountain View' rooms may hear work-related noise.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 800.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 100 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 800.0 per night

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
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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

House Ocean View
Ocean View Cape Town
Ocean View House Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse
Ocean View Guest House Hotel Bakoven
Ocean View House Camps Bay
Ocean View House Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse
Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean View House have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Ocean View House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ocean View House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Ocean View House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 650 per person applies.

Where is Ocean View House located?

This family-friendly Cape Town guesthouse is located near the airport, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Camps Bay Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Chapmans Peak. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Beau Constantia are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Ocean View House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 307 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location , staff are so friendly made us feel like it home . Highly recommend this property, views and sunsets amazing .
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfy bed, spotless. Super location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and professional. The breakfast has plenty of options and was of high quality. The rooms were clean, modern and comfortable. The hotel grounds are beautiful with an amazing view!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, excellent staff and wonderful location. I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Cape Town.. Not in the city but close enough to visit all the attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antrania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect the views are breathtaking, the staff is very pleasant and the breakfast is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t use the kitchen but it was very well stocked. The view was spectacular and great dining options nearby. The staff was terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were beautiful. The staff were extremely polite!! Lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice and cozy place with spectacular view and great customer service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property high-end items throughout five star breakfast buffet!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Onyinye

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

Charming Slice of Cape Town

Such a wonderful hotel and lovely staff and experience. It’s a beautiful hotel. I love Cape Town and this hotel was my introduction to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really appreciated the help with unrelated reservations! And everyone was so kind and happy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Excellent hotel by the bay. Spacious rooms. Great breakfast. 20min from airport , downtown or cruise port
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, lovely environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff=amazing Location and views=perfect Breakfast=large variety and delish!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect breakfast, very clean and well maintained premises, very friendly staff. I would go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again, the hotel was beautiful, clean, intimate and had the friendliest staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, staff and location.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

Lovely place

Beautiful grounds, rooms and views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was uniquely designed a beautiful layout. Views were gorgeous and staff was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with many amenities. 2 pools, breakfast was amazing with several choices, views of the ocean/mountain was spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rowin W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was as described. Beautiful and ideally located
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil

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

Cape Town

Fantastic hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

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

A piece of heaven, close to camps bay cafes

It was truly amazing with breathtaking oven views and sounds p. Also has a natural mountain river running right through it. The staff were all amazing at the reception this coloured lady was so nice and Supreme also had wonderful customer care. Their breakfast though small was one of the best Iv ever experienced. Most fresh ingredients The house keeping was invisible but efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were amazing views. The room was spacious with a huge balcony & a fireplace in the living room. The breakfast was included & made to order. They were very accommodating with our Gluten Free requirements. The staff was very helpful & friendly. We would definitely stay there when we go back to Cape Town.
Living room
Fireplace & bar area
King size bed
Huge balcony
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonginkosi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
World class customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025