Alta Bay

4.0 star property
Upscale bayside guesthouse near Long Street

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Alta Bay

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Front of property – evening/night
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe
Studio Suite | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Suite | Water view

Overview of Alta Bay

8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

12 Invermark Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Popular LocationNourishd Juice Bar12 min walk
  • Popular LocationLiquorice & Lime12 min walk
  • Popular LocationSalt River Station16 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)18 min drive
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Room options

Standard Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Studio Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 70 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cape Town

Located near the beach, Alta Bay is in Cape Town City Centre, a neighbourhood in Cape Town. While the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape Town Cruise Terminal. Check out an event or a game at Cape Town Stadium, and consider making time for Two Oceans Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours.

What's nearby

  • Kloof Street - 14 min walk
  • Long Street - 3 min drive
  • Table Mountain - 8 min drive
  • Camps Bay Beach - 11 min drive
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Esplanade Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Van Hunks - 19 min walk
  • Asoka - 18 min walk
  • The Black Sheep Restaurant - 18 min walk
  • Tamboers Winkel - 17 min walk
  • Bacini's - 12 min walk

About this property

Alta Bay

Upscale guest house located in Cape Town City Centre
Alta Bay provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), beach towels and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as first-run films and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as safes and dressing gowns.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels, DVD players and first-run films
  • Furnished balconies or patios, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 June and 31 July.

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Alta Bay
Alta Bay B&B
Alta Bay B&B Cape Town
Alta Bay Cape Town
Alta Bay Cape Town, South Africa
Alta Bay Hotel Cape Town
Alta Bay House Cape Town
Alta Bay House
Alta Bay Cape Town South Africa
Alta Bay Guesthouse Cape Town
Alta Bay Guesthouse
Alta Bay Cape Town
Alta Bay Guesthouse
Alta Bay Guesthouse Cape Town

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 at Alta Bay?

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?

Checkout 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 15-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town Medi Clinic and Kloof Street. Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and South African Jewish Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Alta Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Howie, Halton Hills, Canada

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.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely friendly place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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.

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte, Leicester

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful oasis
Beautiful oasis escape from the busy cuty

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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.

8/10 Good

Jack, London

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.

4/10 Poor

michael, America

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.

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.

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