Gordon's Bay Travel Guide

Cape Town

A beach with people swimming and sunbathing, surrounded by houses and hills.
A marina with boats, a lighthouse, and houses on a hillside.
A coastal landscape with rugged mountains, a clear blue sea, and coastal vegetation.
A coastal cityscape with a body of water in the foreground and a hazy skyline in the background.
A coastal town with houses, a lighthouse, and a mountain in the background.

Visit this serene oceanfront town in the Western Cape area. Here you’ll find some of South Africa’s best beaches, scenic coastal drives and wildlife.

Gordons Bay is a coastal town known for stunning natural beauty, water activities and animals. Relax on sandy beaches or explore the bay’s old village and its two harbors. Take a thrilling cage dive to see a great white shark. Watch African penguins at Stony Point in Bettys Bay.

Framed by the backdrop of Helderberg Mountain, Gordons Bay is a serene oceanfront town. Experience the hot dry summers and cool winters. Visit the Gordons Bay Yacht Club in the old harbour. Rent a bicycle and explore the bayfront or appreciate this charming town on foot.

Play volleyball on Bikini Beach or simply relax on the sand. Swim in the pristine water and learn to surf. Bikini Beach is a certified Blue Flag Beach, indicating high levels of safety, water quality and cleanliness. Visit this family-friendly beach for some of the Western Cape’s finest outdoor activities.

Take scuba diving training from a professional instructor and visit the region’s top dive spots. Explore the reefs of False Bay and Cape Peninsula. Book a shark viewing tour and see the fearsome great white shark. Take a tour from Gordons Bay to Seal Island in False Bay where these predators are most active. Watch playful seals too.

Experience stunning scenic coastline between Gordons Bay and Rooi-Els. Clarence Drive stretches over 14 miles (22 kilometres) and is known for its breathtaking views of the pristine Cape coastline. Visit the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden just east of Bettys Bay. This beautiful garden features a 25-acre (10-hectare) cultivated fynbos garden and about 60 species of birds, including the Cape sugarbird.

Gordons Bay is located on the northeastern shoreline of False Bay, about 35 miles (60 kilometres) from Cape Town. With a range of luxury apartments, guesthouses and beach lodges, you’ll have no problem relaxing in this coastal paradise.

Treat yourself to a memorable dining experience at the old harbour or along the oceanfront and discover some of Gordons Bay’s finest restaurants.


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Top hotels in Gordon's Bay

Krystal Beach Hotel

Krystal Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Breakwater Lane, Harbour Island Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ₹8,122 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
₹8,122
per night
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Stay at this spa hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Krystal Beach Hotel
185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments

185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments

4 out of 5
185 Beach Road Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ₹13,888 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
₹13,888
per night
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Staff really looked after me. Views fabulous. Location excellent. Will be back."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments
Blue Horizon Guest House

Blue Horizon Guest House

4 out of 5
56 Boundary Road, Gordons Bay Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ₹9,967 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
₹9,967
per night
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Stay at this guesthouse in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Very nice property. Karen was so nice and helpful and so were the cleaning staff. The views of the bay are amazing! I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Blue Horizon Guest House
Asara Wine Estate & Hotel

Asara Wine Estate & Hotel

5 out of 5
Polkadraai Road, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch Western Cape
The price is ₹9,767 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
₹9,767
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (311 reviews)
"thank you!!! All the hospitality we received will never be forgotten."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Asara Wine Estate & Hotel
Cultivar Guest Lodge

Cultivar Guest Lodge

4 out of 5
Bonniemile Road Off M12 Stellenbosch Western Cape
The price is ₹7,673 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
₹7,673
per night
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Stay at this golf guesthouse in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Skilpadvlei Winery and Van Ryn Brandy Cellar ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (151 reviews)
"Very comfortable. Great breakfast and scenic views. Nicely furnished."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Cultivar Guest Lodge
Oude Werf Hotel

Oude Werf Hotel

4 out of 5
30 Church Street Stellenbosch Western Cape
The price is ₹24,175 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
₹24,175
per night
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (365 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, lovely staff would recommend"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Oude Werf Hotel
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Where to stay in Gordon's Bay

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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 The Watershed or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.

Camps Bay

The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.

Sea Point

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Pavillion might round out your trip.

Cape Town City Centre

Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Castle of Good Hope and South African National Gallery, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Green Point

Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.



Gordon's Bay Travel Guide

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