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Ocean View House

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star guest house near Camps Bay Beach

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Superior Room | Beach/ocean view
Panorama Apartment | View from room
109-cm Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix
Oasis Apartment | Private pool
Traveller Room : Pool Deck | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
33 Victoria Road - Bakoven, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005
  • Camps Bay Beach
    16 min walk
  • Marika
    1 min walk
  • Cape Town Station
    8 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    22 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Traveller Room : Mountain View

Traveller Room : Mountain View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traveller Room : Mountain View

  • 258 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Oasis Apartment | Private pool

Oasis Apartment

  • 2153 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traveller Room : Pool Deck | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traveller Room : Pool Deck

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Panorama Apartment | Balcony

Panorama Apartment

  • 883 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Panorama Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panorama Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Suite | Beach/ocean view

Garden Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Milkwood Suite

Milkwood Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Milkwood Suite

  • 764 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Camps Bay guesthouse, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Camps Bay Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Lions Head. Table Mountain and Cape Town International Convention Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Camps Bay Beach - 16 min walk
  • Lions Head - 5 min drive
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 8 min drive
  • Table Mountain - 8 min drive
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 8 min drive
  • Woodstock Station - 11 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Cavendish - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Zenzero - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Codfather - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Belle Bistro & Bakery - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Ocean View House

Family-friendly 4-star guest house near Camps Bay Beach
Ocean View House offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a lazy river. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Ocean View House. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Ocean View House was completed in September 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Cape Town guesthouse.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • Built in 1994
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Ocean View House offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 109-cm Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Baby bath
  • Free crib
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Lazy river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 109-cm smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ocean View House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 800.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 600 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 100 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 800.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

House Ocean View
Ocean View Cape Town
Ocean View House Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse
Ocean View Guest House Hotel Bakoven
Ocean View House Camps Bay
Ocean View House Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse
Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean View House to the airport?

Ocean View House is 16.3 mi (22-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ocean View House have an airport shuttle?

Ocean View House offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 600 per person, one-way.

How close is Ocean View House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 0.8 mi (1-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 1.9 mi (8-min drive) from Clifton Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ocean View House offer free breakfast?

Ocean View House offers free full breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ocean View House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ocean View House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Ocean View House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Ocean View House have a pool?

Ocean View House features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Ocean View House have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis, reflexology, and facials.

How close is Ocean View House to downtown Cape Town?

Ocean View House is 4 mi away from Cape Town.

Ocean View House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 253 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 253 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 253 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 253 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 253 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was exceptional!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views fro penthouse suites.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again, the hotel was beautiful, clean, intimate and had the friendliest staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with many amenities. 2 pools, breakfast was amazing with several choices, views of the ocean/mountain was spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Views
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rowin W

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was as described. Beautiful and ideally located
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cape Town
Fantastic hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed for 5 night in the garden suite in August 2024. It is without doubt one of my favourite rooms I’ve ever stayed in of any hotel anywhere in the world. It is so peaceful and spacious and beautiful with incredible views. The whole guesthouse is so clean and beautiful with lovely outdoor spaces and truly brilliant service. Supreme and everyone we encountered were truly first class! We completely fell in love with Cape Town and with ocean view! I will be returning and I cannot recommend it highly enough for a comfortable and relaxing stay in a brilliant area of a great city.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

L

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel in a great location, could do with some more staff though
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff! Beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adedokun

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homely, serene and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily, London

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are exceptional, very friendly. Views are amazing. Rooms very comfortable. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and people were very nice. Many dining options nearby. View was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

QUIOMARA DEL CARMEN, Hope mills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, very relaxing place, clean and the service was outstanding specially the front desk guy Supreme, we also meet the owner Lambert super friendly gentleman. It was an oasis by the sea for sure! Very close to everything 5 minutes drive from Camp Bay and 15-20 minutes drive from V&A. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

nelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach, friend staff, courteous, great and clean facilities. I can not tell you enough they go above and beyond
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, staff and location.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff=amazing Location and views=perfect Breakfast=large variety and delish!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed at Ocean View for 5 nights. Beautiful location in walking distance of the restaurants and bars of Camps Bay. Hotel was immaculate. Staff friendly and professional. Would book again without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our stay and experience at Ocean View House felt quite sub-par vis a vis the level of service offered given the price we paid. Perhaps the hotel has not yet recovered post-pandemic. Things to note that we hadn't realized: - Spa service, while technically on-site, requires calling someone in to provide the required services (was previously under the impression it was a fully functional spa). - The "honesty" bar is nicely appointed but lacked key ingredients that seemed strangely unobtainable while we were there. - Breakfast is included but with minimal service. Things we enjoyed: - The view, although it feels like you can get this anywhere in Cape Town as soon as you walk out the door. - The bed was amazing! Would likely not stay here again given the underwhelming level of service and interest in staying somewhere more central to the Camps Bay strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024