Cape Town, an over 300-year-old city, is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. Start your unforgettable trip by visiting the famous Boulders Beach near Simon’s Town, where you can see penguins and even swim with them. If you love stargazing, go on a romantic adventure through a sunset cruise. To do this, board the luxury catamarans, relax with a glass of champagne, and get ready to see the stars and moon in a velvety blue sky. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate Cape Town’s extensive outdoor activities, such as kayaking trips along the Atlantic Seaboard. It is also possible to enjoy the coast through a Fliteboard—an electric surfboard. Get a cozy holiday in Cape Town by opting for accommodation near the beach. So, check out this list of beachfront Airbnbs in Cape Town, South Africa.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 27, 2025.
1. Bright home on the south peninsula coastline (from USD 964)
This homey abode is 45 minutes from the center of Cape Town. You can prepare a light meal in the open-plan kitchen combined with the dining area. You also have an opportunity to enjoy the sounds of music by playing the piano in the living room.
There are bedrooms with king-size and queen-size beds with canopy, guaranteeing a comfortable stay. Let yourself relax on the lower deck on comfortable loungers to the sound of the waves. Alternatively, enjoy the sunset by walking down the private path to the right of the house, down to the pristine front beach.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
22.82 km (14.2 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
host has great communicationboth owner and housekeeper were incredibly responsive and kindabigail was such an amazing host with superb communication skills/response timesabigail and her team were super helpful kind and made our week in misty cliffs just wonderfulLocation:
beautiful place ar fantastic locationamazing location and great place to relaxclose-by scarborough has a pretty little village hub with a neighbourhood market selling local producegreat to be so close to scarborough and kommetjie and a short drive to simonstownmost amazing location with the wonderful sound of crashing oceanCleanliness:
beautiful and clean place with lovely viewsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
amazing views and plenty of cozy spots to enjoy them fromgood wifi that stays on during loadshedding :) piano and daybed are nice touches in the living area
2. Comfortable bungalow with a terrace (from USD 682)
This mountainside bungalow is the perfect solution for those who want to reconnect with nature since it’s on a nature reserve on Smitswinkel Bay. You can prepare food in the kitchen with gas appliances and store your supplies in a solar-powered refrigerator.
Unwind on the terrace and enjoy a barbecue meal using the built-in grill. In the evening, sit comfortably on the sofas in the lounge area with a wood-burning stove, and listen to the silence of this secluded place. At night, with the help of candles and solar lamps, you can bask in a cozy, warm atmosphere and enjoy the beautiful starry sky.
Cape Town, South Africa, South Africa
30.77 km (19.2 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 8
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jane was a great hostjane was a super hostjane was an amazing host very communicative helpful and generous with her timeabsolutely stunning place to spend time thank you for hosting usLocation:
beautiful home in a lovely locationpack lightly as the house is a good walk from the parking areathe best location in cape town with a beautiful home to matchthe place is perfectly kitted out with beautiful style and touchesCleanliness:
place is clean and well looked afterfriendly host awesome location and spotlessly cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we had a bunch of young children that run the paths and enjoyed the beach and rock poolsloved the off-grid vibes yet hot showers and gas stove kept convenience at playthis is an incredibly special place - and so comfortable and well equipped
3. Elegant apartment with a spa (from USD 109)
Choose this apartment on the second floor of a guarded multifunctional complex if you want safe accommodation. Here, you also can relax in the spa, guaranteeing a comfortable stay. You can work out in the gym or dine in the building’s restaurants. Moreover, this apartment is a short walk to Mackerel Beach, a one-hour drive from the central business district, and 20 minutes from Cape Point.
You can cook meals in the kitchen equipped with the new SMEG appliances. Enjoy a glass of wine or a cup of coffee on the comfortable sofa in the open-plan living room overlooking False Bay. Thanks to the high-speed internet, you can always stay in touch with your friends and family.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
20.51 km (12.8 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
julian the host is most attentive and helpfuljulian was so accommodating and helpfulwonderful host and we will definitely be back againjulian is a friendly and thoughtful host who made sure we had everything we neededjulian was a great host and very welcoming and supportive during our stayLocation:
a great central location the mall is very handy and felt safe and secureeasy walk to simonstown and convenient location above the shops and restaurantsthe location is excellent with the shops and restaurants just an elevator ride awaymy and my friends really enjoyed julian ´s apartment perfect location so close to the shops and beachthe place exudes perfection it’s in the top 2 of my stays to date and it’s not noCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableit’s clean and has everything a person could possibly needthis apartment is beautifully decorated clean and very well equippedthe apartment was beautiful clean with the most beautiful viewshouse was very nicely located and was very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the apartment has a wonderful viewapartment is neat with a superb viewan enjoyable stay in an amazing apartment with a stunning ocean viewthis apartment is a gem with fabulous views and everything you needwhat a beautifully arranged apartment with a beautiful view over the ocean
4. Stylish beachfront apartment (from USD 221)
This luxury apartment is a beachfront property on the seaside of Simon’s Town with several amenities for your convenience. It is near Harbour Bay, with many beaches, shops, and restaurants. You can even have easy access to Cape Point Nature Reserve.
Start the day with a coffee from the Nespresso coffee machine or prepare a full breakfast in the fully equipped modern kitchen for you and your family. In the evenings, recline on a leather lounger in the spacious living room and watch the beautiful sunset over Simon’s Town Harbour.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
20.45 km (12.8 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
easy check-in and amazing hostexcellent tanya and richard are excellent hosts and so thoughtfulcommunication with our host was greatLocation:
great secure and convenient location to explore the peninsulacentral great having the shops below and sushi take etcamazing place and amazing location couldn’t of picked a better apartmentwe as a family enjoyed the close penguins and the beachwe had a very nice stay at this great locationCleanliness:
clean as a whistlethe flat is great spotless nicely decorated and well stocked kitchentanya's place was clean and beautifully set upapartment is very well equipped and super clean with comfortable beddingtanya’s apartment is beautiful clean and in such a stunning location - right opposite the beachRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a little fan for back room would be appreciatedthe perfect apartment for a quiet getaway with unobstructed viewsthe views are only eclipsed by the very well appointed apartment and the welcoming touchesgreat large tv with netflix full dstv etcit is a very spacious upmarket apartment with high end appliances beautiful stylish furniture
Cape Town Tour Guide
Jakes
Jakes is registered and accredited with FET Certificate Tourist Guiding. He is competent to advise clients on all essential aspects of travel in South Africa having passed the SA Specialist course from South African Tourism. As a good story teller, he makes any historical situation or site come to life; and this is what makes him to stand out as a knowledgeable and exciting guide. “I’m always ... Read more
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Cape Town Tour Guide
Santie Gouws
Santie Gouws is a full-time registered and accredited Adventure Guide for Hiking, based in Cape Town, South Africa. A born and bred South African, she is passionate about mountains and the region's magnificent and highly bio-diverse fynbos vegetation, and offers exquisite, tailor-made, professionally guided hiking experiences to private groups, as well as 'open' scheduled group hikes, on Table ... Read more
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5. Townhouse with sea and mountain views (from USD 532)
This beautifully designed townhouse, with sea and mountain views, is a perfect choice for a small group. It is also just a few walks from the beach. You can access a breakfast bar in the modern, well-equipped kitchen. Sit on two large sofas in the cozy lounge area with a fireplace to watch Netflix on the 50-inch TV.
You can work remotely with high-speed Wi-Fi, and the presence of a backup power unit will not allow any interruptions. Additionally, the house has a spacious wardrobe and a washer with a dryer.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
9.55 km (6.0 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
iona was a great hostiona was a very welcoming hostiona is a great hostiona is an amazing hostiona is a fantastic hostLocation:
great location and spacious propertywonderful location and beautiful spacethe apartment's location is ideal for exploring the cape peninsulara lovely house and close to the beachfabulous location right on the beachCleanliness:
the apartment was impeccably clean and equippedeverything we needed really clean and spaciousit was perfectly clean stylish and comfortablevery clean with friendly and fantastic serviceit is a very clean bright lovely unitRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
beautiful views from the living room and balconyvery nice apartment with a stunning viewabsolutely stunning apartment - amazing viewlovely apartment very nicely decorated homely all the amenities neededthe apartment has an especially good style and iona had internal adapters for electronic devices everywhere
6. Charming accommodation with an ocean view (from USD 389)
Book this duplex studio apartment if you want accommodation with a panoramic view of the ocean and mountains. It is on the roof of an apartment building just about 150 steps from the famous beaches of Clifton.
Enjoy ocean views while showering in the bathroom or cooking in the open kitchen. If you need to work, retire to a work area with a desk and bookshelves. You can stay in the upper-level bedroom for a relaxing sleep on the king-size bed.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.49 km (4.7 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
host was extremely helpfulsecurity was super helpful and friendlygreat host and a beautiful unitgreat place and hostthe host is amazing she always responded within minutes to any questions we hadLocation:
amazing location and beautifully furnishedit is central and very safewalking distance from a great beachgreat location and steps from the beachwonderful location right next to the beachRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
comfortable apartment with everything you might need (including a bbq and air-conditioning)(no jokes from your bed shower balcony etc)stunning apartment with an incredible viewloved the apartment the best feature is the outside space and the view is just spectacularwonderful little apartment with a great view
7. Minimalist apartment with a balcony (from USD 234)
This apartment offers stunning views of Robben Island, Table Bay, and Table Mountain. Here, you can recharge by sitting comfortably on the balcony and relaxing to the sound of the waves. The bedroom has a comfortable area with a table and chairs at your disposal.
Next to the shower is a rack where you can put your bathing essentials. You also have the opportunity to take a walk in the garden in front of the beach and enjoy sunset views.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
10.85 km (6.8 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
grant is a great hostthank you for your kind hospitality during our staygrant is a super host always answering and helpinggrant was an unobtrusive host yet made the effort to send us daily load-shedding schedules for the areagrant was a great host and gave us valuable insights and info on sightseeing around cape townLocation:
the location is good close the the inner city without the city bustlethis apartment is in such a beautiful locationclean neat and location is great (down the stairs and you're at the beach)it’s always a pleasure when a place matches expectation and grant’s unit was exactly thatCleanliness:
breezy and beautifully done clean and airythe apartment was super clean and had a smart tvunit is clean and ideal for a couplethe apartment is beautifully organised and easy to cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
beautiful views and excellent apartmentthe couch was comfortable and tv was gooda very comfortable stay - great location and the sea view was a treatwe were very comfortable and the amenities are perfect for a holiday especially considering the direct beach accessit is a very spacious clean safe fully equiped apartment with a fabulouss view
8. Fully equipped apartment with beach access (from USD 458)
This spacious, bright apartment is 8 kilometers (5 miles) from the center of Cape Town and has direct access to the beach. You can relax on a comfortable sofa in the open-plan living area. Moreover, you can watch movies and series with Netflix or Amazon Prime Video on your 4K smart TV.
The house has stable Wi-Fi, allowing you to stay connected. In the spacious bathroom, indulge in a soothing soak in the bathtub or take a shower. You can step out onto the balcony with a glass of local wine to enjoy the breathtaking view of Table Mountain.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
11.31 km (7.1 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
zelda is an amazing hostthe owner is very responsive and accommodating to requestzelda is an attentive host & very responsive & helpfulbrilliant host she has everything you need and moregreat place- zelda was very helpful and proactive following any questionsLocation:
location was greatgreat location and great valueperfect location as advertisedtravelling was easy and everything is relatively close bythe location is brilliant and the apartment has everything you needCleanliness:
clean peaceful and breathtakingvery clean and everything worked perfectlyunit is spotlessly clean with everything you needthe apartment is clean with all you needthe place is breathtakingly beautiful and very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
what a nice apartment with a beautiful view over the seaclean great amenities and comfortable furniture…comfortable mattress and pillowsthe views are amazing the apartment is 5 starbeautiful apartment that looks the same as on the photos
9. Charming apartment with access to Clifton 1st (from USD 365)
This apartment, surrounded by the sounds of the ocean nearby, is only 10 minutes from the V&A Waterfront and Cape Town. You’ll also be able to visit the beach more often with its private access to Clifton 1st. While staying home, enjoy the incredible sunsets with ocean views from the glass windows.
You can use the parking space at the house if you plan to bring a car. Another fantastic thing about this rental is that you can take the time to cook dinner for the whole family at the barbecue area near the beach.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.32 km (4.6 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
Host:
she was very responsive to our questions and the checkin process was super easyhighly recommend this wonderful place and fabulous hostjust amazing host with a wonderful placeshe is very responsive more so than any other hostcomfortable stay host was awesome by allowing a late check outLocation:
the location was perfectbest location in cape townamazing location with the beach just an elevator ride awaythe location can’t get any betterperfect for a couples get away and very centralCleanliness:
linen was clean and smelled fresh5clean neat and tidy placerobyn’s place was very clean and comfortablesuper stylish and very cleanrobyn's maid lucy came every other day to clean supply fresh towels and take out the rubbishRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the view from the apartment was amazingthe apartment has a stunning view of the oceanthe views from the apartment are absolutely amazinggorgeous apartment with breathtaking view would definitely stay here againamazing apartment with an amazing view
10. Modern cottage with a pool (from USD 375)
Klein Slangkop Estate in Kommetjie houses this gem—a uniquely designed cottage. It is on the beach, a 20-minute drive from the picturesque town of Fishhoek.
Enjoy a barbecue on the patio overlooking the dunes, then have a refreshing dip in the pool. In the evening, you can gather with the whole family in the living room with a wood-burning stove and TV for entertainment. Moreover, you can relax in a luxurious bath to end the day.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
17.97 km (11.2 mi) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host is friendly and accommodatingkaren was a gracious host friendly and communicative throughout our staythe host provided lots of thoughtful touches as wellkaren is the best host she helped us out with any questions we hadoverall 10 out of 10 points and we hope karen will host us again… robert & familyLocation:
absolutely beautiful location and accommodationperfect location for exploring the local neighbourhoodthe beautiful location was perfect for our family breakgreat location - pictures don’t do it justiceloved our stay best location right on the beachCleanliness:
the house was spotlessly clean and in immaculate conditionthe kitchen is extremely well equipped and the house was very cleaneverything was clean and modern with sophisticated light and alarm systemRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
you can also swim in the lovely heated outdoor pool if you preferkitchen well equipped to inspire good cooking to be served at both inside and outside tables with stunning viewswe had an incredibly nice time and felt very comfortable
Go for an adventure in Cape Town
Visit Cape Town to experience a much-deserved break and get unforgettable getaway memories! This place will also not disappoint if you want adventure and beach vibes! So, check out these top beachfront Airbnbs in Cape Town, South Africa, for your stay.
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