Tailor-made Holidays to Cape Town | Cape Town Hotels

Overview

Cape Town is one of the most beautifully situated cities in the world. Cradled by Table Mountain and surrounded by crashing breakers and glorious sunsets, it has immense charm and historical interest. So we never tire of soaking up the beauty and buzzy atmosphere of this relaxed city. No Cape Town holiday is complete without taking the cable car up Table Mountain.

Allow enough time to enjoy an easy hike on the top – just 45 minutes will get you to Maclears Beacon and away from the crowds. Alternatively why not try hiking up the mountain? Or abseiling off the top for the ultimate adrenaline rush?

In the city, you can visit the colourful Bo-Kaap quarter. Or marvel at some of the best contemporary African art at the Zeitz MOCAA gallery. You must try out some of the array of cosmopolitan restaurants. And you may like to browse through the vibey street markets around Greenmarket Square. Or visit an eclectic array of museums from the District Six Museum to the Museum of Gold .

Explore Further Afield

But a holiday to cape Town is not just about the city centre. Other parts hold just as much interest. Meander through the wonderful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens or simply relax on the beach of Camps Bay or Clifton. When you want to range further, the Cape Peninsula offers one of the finest coastal drives in Africa – Chapmans Peak Drive – to the Cape of Good Hope National Park. En route you might see whales breaching just off the bay. Or quirky penguins enjoying Boulders beach.

Cape Town Safari Holidays

We can book some great tours for you in Cape Town. Take the boat cruise to Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated. Circle the Cape Peninsula. Or meander through the Cape Winelands tasting wine at boutique estates. We also recommend the uplifting Uthando township visit.

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Why you may love it

Take the cable car up Table Mountain
Spend the day at one of Cape Town’s many beaches
Swim with the penguins
Helicopter flips over the peninsula
Enjoy a full day of interacting with whales and sharks by boat, with the option of caged shark diving
Restaurants, shops, craft markets galore at the V&A Waterfront & the city open air markets
Enjoy a sunset cruise along the Atlantic ocean by classic motorcycle and sidecar

Where to go in Cape Town

These are some of the best rated places to visit in Cape Town based on popularity and experience rating by our travelers

Atlantic & Camps Bay

Head to the Atlantic coast for big skies, big seas and glorious sunsets with palm trees swaying against white sandy beaches.

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V&A Waterfront

Bright, busy and breezy Cape Town icon, home to street entertainers, shoppers and those who want to watch the world go by...

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Cape Town City

Leave your car behind and walk to all the city’s landmarks. At night, sample the full gamut of Cape Town’s thriving restaurant and café scene.

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Cape Town City Bowl

The city bowl basks in the dramatic shadow of the 1000m mountain, with its characteristic ‘tablecloth’ of mist rolling over the edge.

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Constantia

Taste a more mellow side of Cape Town on the sheltered vine-covered slopes of the mountain, home to gracious wine estates, extensive gardens and ancient oaks.

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When to visit Cape Town

Mid-Nov to mid-March

Summer in Cape Town

Cape Town has a dry Mediterranean climate and so for sun-seekers aiming to escape the worst of the northern hemisphere winter, this is the perfect time to visit. Being by the coast, Cape Town rarely gets unbearably hot, though there will be a couple of scorchers. There is a slight micro-climate difference within the city depending on which side of the mountain you are staying. January and February can be windy with the South-Easter likely to blow during the summer. But it varies from week to week.

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AVG RAINFALL 13 mm

AVG DAYLIGHT 11 Hours

MAX TEMP 27 ℃ / 81 ℉

MIN TEMP 16 ℃ / 61 ℉

Mid-March to April

Autumn

I like this time of year in Cape Town. Though it is cooler in the Cape, it’s a great time to be active as the sun is not so scorching. Even sight-seeing is easier. Plus there are fewer visitors so its easier to get into popular restaurants and queues to go up Table Mountain are much shorter. Cape Town hotels offer winter rates from April or May onwards and so you’ll find your money goes a little further.

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AVG RAINFALL 65 mm

AVG DAYLIGHT 8 Hours

MAX TEMP 21.5 ℃ / 71 ℉

MIN TEMP 10.5 ℃ / 51 ℉

May to August

Winter

This is our “winter” and yes it does feel wintery. But this is a gentle winter. You may have rain, but it only rains for 2-3 days every 10 days on average, so you may have no rain during your stay. July sees the start of the whale-viewing season with whales sighted off the coast in False Bay. Plus Cape Town is one of the few destinations in South Africa where there is plenty to see indoors from the world-class Zeitz Mocaa museum, to the Natural History Museum.

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AVG RAINFALL 78 mm

AVG DAYLIGHT 6 Hours

MAX TEMP 18 ℃ / 64 ℉

MIN TEMP 8 ℃ / 46 ℉

Sept to mid-Nov

Spring

The spring is another of our favourite times to visit, unless you are seeking heat in a big way! As elsewhere in the world, spring is variable. It could be sunny and warm. Or there could be late-season passing showers. By October onwards it tends to be warmer and this is when the Cape Town gardens are at their best with beautiful displays of roses and indigenous fynbos. As it is not scorchingly hot, it’s a great time for sight-seeing and being active such as hiking up Table Mountain or sea-kayaking.

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AVG RAINFALL 38 mm

AVG DAYLIGHT 9.5 Hours

MAX TEMP 22 ℃ / 72 ℉

MIN TEMP 12 ℃ / 54 ℉

Popular tours & safaris

We arrange trips to more than 100+ destinations throughout the African continent.

Mellow Cape Self-drive Safari

This popular and leisurely self-drive tour begins in Cape Town and meanders through the Winelands, the whale country around Hermanus, taking Route 62 to the Little Karoo and the Garden Route and...

WHEN Aug - Apr

DURATION 13 Nights

FROM ₤ 1,673

Mellow South Africa Self-drive

This longer Mellow South Africa self drive holiday begins in Cape Town and takes in the Winelands & the Garden Route and the sub-tropical KwaZulu Natal, then travel through Swaziland to end with a...

WHEN Jan - Dec

DURATION 18 Nights

FROM ₤ 2,048

Relaxing Rascals Family Safari

This relaxing tour, using Premier to Luxury accommodation, is ideal for the South African summer, spring and autumn. Ideal for all ages. Can be undertaken using more moderate lodges as well.

WHEN Aug - May

DURATION 13 Nights

FROM ₤ 5,830

South Africa Safari & Beach

This simple South Africa bush and beach safari holiday or honeymoon is a relaxing trip combining the delights of the fair city of Cape Town with sunny KwaZulu Natal with its winning combination of...

WHEN Jan - Dec

DURATION 11 Nights

FROM ₤ 1,787

Cape Town, Botswana & Victoria Falls Safari

This romantic safari/honeymoon combines three highlights of Southern Africa - starting with Cape Town overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Then Botswana for 6 nights safari in the Okavango Delta....

WHEN Apr - Oct

DURATION 12 Nights

FROM ₤ 6,282

Cape & Kruger Private Tour

This popular private holiday is for our clients who don’t wish to drive themselves. It combines some of the best of the Cape with some of the best of the Kruger.

WHEN Jan - Dec

DURATION 12 Nights

FROM ₤ 2,722

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Accommodation

V&A Waterfront

Cape Grace Hotel

A harmonious blend of traditional elegance and contemporary luxury, the Cape Grace Hotel is perfectly positioned on the yacht marina of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town. The Cape...

PRICE (PPS) ₤ 216

RATING Luxury

Atlantic & Camps Bay

Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

The intimate Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa in Cape Town is ideal if you're looking for a romantic yet fun hotel with a distinctly glamorous feel to it. On one side, a line of majestic mountains –...

PRICE (PPS) ₤ 177

RATING Luxury

Cape Peninsula

Tintswalo Atlantic

Tintswalo Atlantic lies right on the water’s edge just off the picturesque Chapman's Peak drive. This ultra-stylish and romantic retreat offers absolute seclusion and relaxation, with the ocean...

PRICE (PPS) ₤ 173

RATING Luxury

Constantia

Vineyard Hotel & Spa

The Vineyard Hotel is situated in Newlands only 10mins from the city centre of Cape Town and yet within 6 acres of landscaped gardens. It offers classical gardens and public rooms with stylish...

PRICE (PPS) ₤ 78

RATING Premier

Cape Town City Bowl

Four Rosmead

Four Rosmead offers warm hospitality, discreet and efficient service and is centrally located close to vibrant Kloof Street. It’s no secret that this is one of our favourite options in Cape Town!

PRICE (PPS) ₤ 87

RATING Premier

V&A Waterfront

African Elite Waterfront Apartments

African Elite Waterfront Apartments are a collection of luxury, fully serviced apartments in the V&A Waterfront marina ranging from one to four bedrooms. All the apartments are located within...

PRICE (PPS) ₤ 140

RATING Luxury

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Had no idea how beautiful

"It really was the most wonderful experience, we feel truly privileged to have seen so many amazing animals close up in the bush. This was our first trip to South Africa and we had no idea how stunningly beautiful your country is. " Laughton Family, UK

Really enjoyed Cape Town

"We really enjoyed the city, particularly the ride up Table Mountain, Kistenbosch, the Waterfront and the drive to the Cape (which we did on the day we travelled to Franschoek). We would happily go again and spend more time there. " Mr Bund, UK

Fantastic City

"Cape Town was fantastic, lucky to have good weather and hotel was excellent with mountain views. We love to go back to Cape Town!! " Mr Roland, UK

Experiences in Cape Town

Helicopter Excursions in Cape Town

NAC Helicopters offers a series of short scenic helicopter excursions from the harbour (near the Waterfront). This can be done as a private charter for 3 up to 6 people. And they also offer seat...

Table Mountain by cable car

A trip up Table Mountain is a must on anyone’s list for Cape Town. The slowly revolving cable car gives stunning, vertiginous views over Cape Town and its surroundings. Once on top of Table...

Robben Island Tour

This 3 to 3½ hour scheduled tour includes a return trip across Table Bay (with a 30 minute ferry ride each way), a visit to the historical Maximum Security Prison and a tour of Robben Island. ...

Tour the Cape Peninsula

A tour of the Cape Peninsula usually includes a scenic coastal drive along Chapmans Peak; the Cape of Good Hope National Park and Cape Point; viewing the Penguins at Boulders Beach; Simonstown...

Wine Tours

Meander along one of the well-mapped wine routes visiting whichever estates take your fancy. If you’d like some more indepth knowledge, book some wine tours with us. These will include a cellar...

Uthando Projects Tour

Uthando offers tailor-made, unique and authentic cultural field trips, visiting some of projects supported by the tourism industry. In this way you can have a direct insight into the remarkable...

Yacht cruises from Cape Town

There’s quite an array of yacht and boat cruises to choose from, mostly departing from the V&A Waterfront. This is a wonderful way to spend a couple of hours on a warm summer’s day or even...

Walk to Freedom Township Tour

This thought-provoking half day tour starts in the Bo-Kaap, (Cape Malay Quarter), and continues to the historic District Six Museum. After this you head to Langa, the oldest "township" in Cape...

Hiking up Table Mountain

Hiking up and on Table Mountain is a very popular activity whilst in Cape Town. You can either do this 'under your own steam' or with a qualified mountain walking guide. There are several routes...

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Did you know

NicknameThe Mother City
HistoryLocation of the world's first heart transplant

Cape Town

Overview

Explore Further Afield

Cape Town Safari Holidays

Features

Why you may love it

Where to go in Cape Town

Atlantic & Camps Bay

V&A Waterfront

Cape Town City

Cape Town City Bowl

Constantia

When to visit Cape Town

Mid-Nov to mid-March

Summer in Cape Town

Mid-March to April

Autumn

May to August

Winter

Sept to mid-Nov

Spring

Popular tours & safaris

Mellow Cape Self-drive Safari

Mellow South Africa Self-drive

Relaxing Rascals Family Safari

South Africa Safari & Beach

Cape Town, Botswana & Victoria Falls Safari

Cape & Kruger Private Tour

Start planning your dream trip

Accommodation

Cape Grace Hotel

Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

Tintswalo Atlantic

Vineyard Hotel & Spa

Four Rosmead

African Elite Waterfront Apartments

Had no idea how beautiful

Really enjoyed Cape Town

Fantastic City

Experiences in Cape Town

Helicopter Excursions in Cape Town

Table Mountain by cable car

Robben Island Tour

Tour the Cape Peninsula

Wine Tours

Uthando Projects Tour

Yacht cruises from Cape Town

Walk to Freedom Township Tour

Hiking up Table Mountain

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