Westlake Travel Guide
Cape Town
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.
Cape Town Stadium
Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.
Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Top hotels in Westlake
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
The manager at Onomo was amazing, flexible and genuinely supportive. Most of the staff were also super helpful especially with our bags. We also chose the hotel because we wanted to take photos and the set up onlime made us choose the hotel for our anniversary shoot. When we arrived, the set up was ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Clean room, kind and helpful staff!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Great all the way. Recrption, finner, breakfast just very tasty and diversified. I would definitely come back. Proximity to the airport is also a big plus (less than 5 minutes).
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
The Commodore Hotel
Lovely room, good facilities and lovely ool
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
Good hotel, well maintained and clean. Right on the beach. Just be aware it is a little bit isolated if you don't have a car. The food in the two restaurants is good, though oddly room service is a limited menu served in takeaway boxes
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westlake
Constantia
Unique features of Constantia include the wineries and gardens. Make a stop by Groot Constantia Winery or Klein Constantia Wine Estate while you're exploring the area.
Hout Bay
Seafood restaurants, seaside views and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hout Bay. Make a stop by Llandudno Beach or Hout Bay Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Simon's Town
Seaside views and waterfront views are highlights of Simon's Town. Make a stop by Boulders Beach or Table Mountain National Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Simonstown Station to get around town.
Bakoven
Bakoven is popular for its beautiful seaside views, and you might make a stop by Table Mountain National Park, a top place to visit in the area.
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.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
