The Best Places to Stay in False Bay are centred around the seaside villages of Muizenberg, St James, Kalk Bay, Fish Hoek and Simon’s Town.
False Bay is the Mother City’s alternative to the Atlantic Seaboard, with little of the large-scale gentrification.
False Bay is a Saint-Tropez-like experience with cobblestone quarters, tidal pools and fishing villages popular with artists, its main roads a string of coffee shops, bookstores and artisan bakeries, whilst character fishing boats and yachts litter its harbours.
Hundreds of years ago early navigators to South Africa mistook Hangklip (the unusual mountain on the Pringle Bay side of False Bay) for Cape Point, and so named the country’s largest true bay ‘False Bay’ (wrong bay, dudes!)…
The name stuck, and False Bay, on the other side of the peninsula from the Atlantic Seaboard, still labours under this distortion.
But for those who live and stay here, False Bay is anything but the ‘wrong’ bay…
Keep scrolling, you won’t be able to resist these best places to stay in False Bay
Simon’s Town Quayside Hotel
Stay right on the water’s edge of Simon’s town Yacht Basin with heart-stopping views.
This entry in our list of “best places to stay in False Bay” is a modern, chic hotel-style stay right in the heart of an historical village, nature reserve and beaches to choose from.
Tintswalo at Boulders in Simons Town
Boasting panoramic views of the ocean and the famed Boulders Beach, Tintswalo at Boulders offers accommodation in Simon’s Town in nine suites.
The hotel has a lounge with fireplace, verandah with gorgeous views, a cinema room and swimming pool.
Avian Leisure in Simons Town
Avian Leisure has a magnificent situation at the top of Froggy Farm overlooking False Bay and is set amidst pristine Cape Fynbos – this means you can see whales, penguins and a host of other birds right from your bedroom.
Simon’s Town Penthouse
This Simons Town holiday home is up for grabs. And you’ll be only too happy to enjoy the views from here, up above Simon’s Town.
This penthouse offers good value for money as well as outstanding views.
Penguins View
With stunning views of False Bay, this beautiful three level house provides self catering accommodation in Simons Town.
There is a communal swimming pool, pool deck, garden and barbeque facilities available for guests to enjoy.
Oceanfront Penthouse in Muizenberg
Oceanfront Penthouse offers accommodation in a seaside apartment with panoramic views of the False Bay coast.
From here you are a three minute walk to the beach and are close to many great bars, restaurants, cafes and shops.
The Grosvenor Guest House
Nestled in the picturesque village of Simon’s Town up against the mountain slopes lies the highly reviewed 4-star Grosvenor Guest House.
It offers personalized and attentive service in individually decorated and comfortable bed & breakfast or self-catering.
Whale View Manor Guesthouse
Whale View Manor boasts uninterrupted, breathtaking views at the southernmost tip of Africa, situated directly opposite a picturesque and secluded beach this guest house is the pride of the peninsula.
Chartfield Guest House, Kalk Bay
You’re on the sea side of Kalk Bay which is why most of the rooms offer views over the sea or the harbour.
The rooms are large, uncluttered, comfortable and perfectly placed for a False Bay experience.
Cape Blue Manor House, Lakeside
This imposing stately home is tucked off the Main Road at the foot of the Steenberg Mountain offering eight en-suite rooms.
Just beautiful.
Boulders Beach Villa
Few properties invoke the spirit of Modern Class in a Natural Heritage site like Boulders Beach Villa in the South Peninsula of Cape Town.
The accommodation in Simons Town was built on land once roamed by the Khoisan.
Aqua Terra Guest House in Simons Town
Situated in Simons Town, Aqua Terra boasts breathtaking views across False Bay. The patio leads to a rim flow swimming pool and there is a gym for guests to make use of.
This is an ideal place to enjoy peaceful accommodation in Cape Town close to many activities and attractions.
Boulders Blue Bed & Breakfast
Boulders Blue Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation in Simons Town where you can experience the street walking penguins, whales in the bay, a rich history and a 180-degree sea view, overlooking the entire South Peninsula and Naval harbour.
