West Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Beach
Popular places to visit
Camps Bay Beach
See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.
Table Mountain
The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.
Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
Cape Town International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cape Town International Convention Centre during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Cape of Good Hope
Feared by sailors for centuries, the jagged cliffs around the Cape of Good Hope showcase the splendour of South Africa’s native wilderness.
Activities
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
WILDX 60min Atlantis Dunes Cape Town QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE + PHOTO
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets.
Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket
Our pick of the best West Beach Hotel Deals
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
All good
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
I loved the room! The staff were always polite, courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
First let me say, the staff here are lovely and very professional, however this hotel is far from a 4 star. I checked in and found ROACHES (several) in by bathroom, and the AC was not working in several of the rooms I was moved to. I had to change rooms 3x before finding one acceptable. Room service ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Stayed here before. Position next to airport ideal. Food good. Staff friendly
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Taj Cape Town
Absolutely wonderful
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Commodore Hotel
Very nice, the room was clean and staff was curious.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Beach
Bloubergstrand
Unique features of Bloubergstrand include the mountain views and seaside views. Make a stop by Bloubergstrand Beach or Dolphin Beach while you're exploring the area.
Century City
Unique features of Century City include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Canal Walk Shopping Centre or Intaka Island Bird Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.
Green Point
Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Foreshore
If you're spending some time in Foreshore, Castle of Good Hope and Greenmarket Square are top sights worth seeing.
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
