The Bay Hotel
Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa · Exceptionally high rated · Compare Expedia rooms
A beachfront Camps Bay stay with four outdoor pools, two restaurants and an on-site spa.
Why it made the list
- Across the road from Camps Bay Beach
- Four outdoor pools and a full-service spa
- Views toward the Atlantic, Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles
- A strong fit for beach breaks and couples
Current offers
Estimated USD 544.5 per night for one room and two adults. Example stay 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-11: USD 1,089 total for two nights, including taxes and fees. Checked 2026-10-06. Sea and Mountain; non-refundable example. Prices depend on dates, room and availability; confirm the final total on Expedia. Approx. 17% saving compared with Expedia’s displayed previous total for this room example (subject to change).
Good to know
- Guest rating and review count checked on Expedia on 6 October 2026.
- Prices and cancellation terms can change; confirm the final total and conditions before booking.
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One of Cape Town’s clearest beach-staycation choices when you want Camps Bay on the doorstep
The Bay Hotel is less about hiding away and more about fully leaning into Camps Bay. The hotel sits directly opposite the beachfront, with the Atlantic on one side and the Twelve Apostles behind it, and adds four swimming pools, a spa, gym, padel courts and its own private beach club.
For a staycation, the location is the main event. You can move between pool, beach, sunset drinks and dinner without needing a car, which makes it particularly strong for couples and summer weekends.
Who should choose it?
Beach couples: especially if sunset, ocean views and walking to restaurants are the priority.
Summer staycations: four pools and direct beachfront access give the hotel real warm-weather depth.
Active weekends: gym and padel courts add more than simple lounging.
Pools, spa and beach
Dining
Tides is the breakfast restaurant with beachfront views, Bistro @ The Bay handles relaxed lunches and dinners beside the pool deck, Sandy B focuses on beach-club drinks and sunset atmosphere, and Caamil’s Bar is the more intimate indoor option.
The strongest way to use the hotel is to combine its own dining with Camps Bay’s restaurant strip rather than eating every meal inside the property.
Rooms: choose the view carefully
The Bay Hotel offers mountain, sea, pool and combined-view categories. For a short romantic stay, the sea-view or sea-and-pool categories are likely to add more to the experience than simply choosing the largest room. Pool Club and Cabana Pool Club rooms suit guests who value direct pool access, while higher-end suites add large balconies and outdoor spa baths.
How we would book it
For a one-night summer stay, prioritise sea view, pool access or an outdoor-bath feature before paying for unnecessary extra space. If you plan to use Sandy B, confirm the access terms and any event schedule. In winter, compare spa-led packages because the value of the pool and beach drops.
Why we’d book it
- Direct Camps Bay beachfront position.
- Four pools plus spa, gym and padel.
- Excellent sunset and beach-club atmosphere.
- Strong room-view variety.
Trade-offs
- Camps Bay can be busy and lively, especially in summer.
- Premium sea-view categories can be expensive.
- Guests seeking seclusion may prefer Twelve Apostles or Camps Bay Retreat.
Nearby & practical context
The hotel is directly across from Camps Bay Beach and within easy walking distance of the suburb’s restaurant strip. That is a major advantage if you want a car-light weekend, but less useful if your plans focus on the Waterfront or Constantia.
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Frequently asked questions
How many pools does The Bay Hotel have?
The hotel lists four swimming pools.
Does The Bay Hotel have a spa?
Yes. The property includes spa facilities and wellness-focused room options.
Is the hotel on Camps Bay Beach?
It sits directly opposite Camps Bay Beach, with the beachfront strip on its doorstep.
What restaurants are at the hotel?
Key venues include Tides, Bistro @ The Bay, Sandy B Private Beach Club and Caamil’s Bar.
Is it good for couples?
Yes. Beach access, sunsets, sea-view rooms and Sandy B make couples one of the strongest use cases.
What room should I choose?
For a short staycation, prioritise sea view, pool access or an outdoor-bath feature based on what matters most to the weekend.
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