A family-friendly stay in Cape Town awaits you at Ocean View House. You'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Camps Bay Beach and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Lions Head. Highlights at this Art Deco guest house include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 poolside bars and free daily breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with facials, body treatments and aromatherapy. For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Enjoy the lazy river and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and microwave in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Camps Bay guest house include Table Mountain and Cape Town International Convention Centre.
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 24 min drive - 20.7 km
Getting around
Cape Town Station - 8 min drive
Woodstock Station - 11 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Mantra Cafe - 1 min drive
Zenzero - 18 min walk
Hard Rock Cafe Cape Town - 19 min walk
Tiger’s Milk - 2 min drive
KAUAI - 1 min drive
About this property
Ocean View House
Suburban guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
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 guest house.
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 members are 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 a safe. 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 guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of 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 on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site 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.
24-hour return 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 on-site 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
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Baby bath
High chair
In-room babysitting
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Lazy river
Travel cot
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Beach towels
Garden
In the mountains
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Spa
Aromatherapy
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Reflexology
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Treatment room
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
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2 floors
4 buildings
Art Deco architecture
Built in 1994
Designated smoking areas
Renovated entire property - September 2022
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
109-cm smart TV with satellite channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
Tea bags/instant coffee
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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
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 within 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 cots (infant beds)!
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 650 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room 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 all accommodation.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house 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 organisation.
Property is also known as
House Ocean View
Ocean View Cape Town
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Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town
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Ocean View Guest House Hotel Bakoven
Ocean View House Camps Bay
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Ocean View House?
Ocean View House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Ocean View House?
As of 30 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean View House on 31 Aug 2025 start from AU$236.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is parking available at Ocean View House?
Yep, Ocean View House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.
Are there any beaches close to Ocean View House?
Yep, Ocean View House is a short 16-minute walk from Camps Bay Beach.
Is there a spa on site at Ocean View House?
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials and body treatments, as well as sports massages.
Does Ocean View House have a pool?
Ocean View House has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a drink from one of the bars.
Does Ocean View House have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
What makes Ocean View House a romantic place to stay?
Couples spa treatments and romance packages, as well as massage services available in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ocean View House.
Is Ocean View House family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a lazy river, as well as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ocean View House is a hit with families.
Does Ocean View House serve breakfast?
Yeah, complimentary full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean View House?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean View House?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Ocean View House?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
Ocean View House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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There were amazing views. The room was spacious with a huge balcony & a fireplace in the living room. The breakfast was included & made to order. They were very accommodating with our Gluten Free requirements. The staff was very helpful & friendly. We would definitely stay there when we go back to Cape Town.
Mark
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
CARLOS, JASPER
14 May 2025
Excellent hotel by the bay. Spacious rooms. Great breakfast. 20min from airport , downtown or cruise port
This is a gem of a hotel. I have stayed in Cape Town many times and had not heard of it before. We gave it a try and were blown away by the quality of the room, the setting, the linen, the staff, the food, the best cocktails in SA and warm hospitality from all the staff. We would highly recommend Ocean View House. 10/10!!!
Lindsay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Alex
10 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great views but old school and a bit away from center
I felt like I’m staying with wealthy friends who live on a spectacular ocean-view hill, in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but who also have professional staff ensuring warm yet perfect hospitality. Delicious full-service breakfast overlooking Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. Large rooms with shared terraces. Access to a play room in the evening. Secure parking. Friendly and kind staff. Location about 15 minute drive from downtown.
My wife and I stay at Ocean View House for 5 nights beautiful property and super clean. Location 10- 15 mins walk to Camp Bay to restaurants and bars..Staffs was super friendly and professional. Would definitely go back or recommend a friend or family member.
The view was breathtaking. Opening the curtains in the morning to the view of the ocean and mountains was worth getting out of bed every day, and having South African wine on the balcony at night was a peaceful treat. The room was well appointed and spacious, and the staff was very attentive and helpful.