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Homestays in Cape Town

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The best homestays in Cape Town

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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

    Castle Guesthouse, City Centre Accommodation provides accommodations within 0.4 miles of the center of Cape Town, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave.

    From $49.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    BKaap2 Queens and Kings Guest House offers accommodations in Cape Town, 1.6 miles from Robben Island Ferry and 2.3 miles from V&A Waterfront.

    From $39.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

    Ashanti Gardens Guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house in the center of Cape Town, 2.3 miles from Robben Island Ferry and 3.2 miles from V&A Waterfront.

    From $97.27 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews

    MOY Guest house and Backpackers is located in the trendy suburb of Green Point in Cape Town. The Cape Quarter Lifestyle Mall is 1476 feet away and the V&A Waterfront is 1.2 mi from the accommodations.

    From $55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 526 reviews

    Offering a sun terrace and views of the city, The Greenhouse Guest house is located in Cape Town, 1312 feet from Cape Quarter Lifestyle Center.

    From $72.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    TableMountain CityHub is located in Cape Town, just 2.8 miles from Robben Island Ferry and 3.7 miles from V&A Waterfront. With mountain views, this accommodation features a terrace.

    From $44.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews

    Neighbourgood Romney offers accommodations in Cape Town, a 9-minute walk from Three Anchor Bay Beach and 1.5 miles from V&A Waterfront.

    From $99.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

    Antrim Villa by Totalstay offers rooms in Cape Town near Three Anchor Bay Beach and Green Point Park.

    From $152.07 per night

Great access to the city center. Check these homestays in Cape Town and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

    Rio Guest House is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Cape Town.

    From $39.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews

    Occupying a central position in the Bo Kaap district of Cape Town, the 4-star boutique hotel Rouge on Rose is located within easy walking distance of the city center and the V&A Waterfront.

    From $161.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    BKaap1 Queens and Kings Guest House offers accommodations in Cape Town, 2.1 miles from V&A Waterfront and 1.2 miles from CTICC.

    From $27.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

    La Grenadine is a 19th-century farm building located in Gardens, Cape Town. It features a garden of fruit trees and the famous Kloof Street restaurants, coffee shops and pubs are a 6-minute walk away.

    From $184.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews

    This charming boutique Guest house with Georgian-style facade is located in the heart of De Waterkant, an eclectic enclave located between the City Center and the suburb of Greenpoint.

    From $173.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews

    Cape Finest Guest house and Self-Catering Apartments offers luxury accommodations in a modern setting in the heart of Cape Town.

    From $171.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews

    Close to Cape Town's attractions, this 4-star guest house at the foot of Table Mountain offers cozy and beautiful rooms, free WiFi, and excellent services.

    From $213.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Mountain Manor offers rooms and apartments with a private bathroom and is located at the foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town. It features an outdoor swimming pool.

    From $213.76 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Cape Town and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews

    Offering views of Table Mountain, Number5 Guest house is set in a historical building, located in a quiet street and just 2-minutes' walk from Kloof Street.

    From $138.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

    The recently renovated Mediterranean Villa Guesthouse features accommodations with outdoor swimming pool and garden in the heart of Cape Town.

    From $233.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

    In the heart of Cape Town, the Victorian-style Welgelegen House offers an outdoor pool and views of Table Mountain. Guests can relax in the spa area or borrow literature from the in-house library.

    From $372.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 902 reviews

    Located in the peaceful area of Green Point, Brenwin Guest House is only 5 minutes’ drive from Cape Town city center. It offers free Wi-Fi.

    From $138.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Cape Riviera Guesthouse provides accommodations in the center of Cape Town. This 4-star guest house offers an elevator and full-day security.

    From $179.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Oranjezicht district of Cape Town, Abbey Manor Luxury Guesthouse is 2.9 miles from Robben Island Ferry.

    From $220.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Featuring views of Cape Town, Table Bay and Table Mountain, Lézard Bleu Guest House is located in the center of Oranjezicht.

    From $176.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews

    4 on Varneys offers affordable and tranquil accommodations in Cape Town’s Green Point village, within a 15-minute walk to the V&A Waterfront, city center and Sea Point promenade.

    From $173.70 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    Everything. A totally unique and private garden suite with use of pool and garden. Lovely host and staff. A wonderful relaxing experience.
    Guest review by
    Caroline
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $95.53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews
    Nice homestay, lovely host, well decorated and equipped rooms not far from Sea Point Promenade, restaurants and groceries nearby. A very good welcome on our first nights in South Africa.
    Guest review by
    Federica
    Young couple