Where to stay in Cape Town
Most gay visitors base themselves in De Waterkant, the small hillside village of colourful cottages by the city centre, or a short ride away in Green Point and Sea Point near the Atlantic beaches. The best weather runs from November to March, and Cape Town Pride usually falls in late February or early March.
The Grey Hotel
De Waterkant
A small boutique hotel in a restored 19th-century Victorian house, right in the gay village. The rooftop Skybar has a pool and views of Table Mountain, and the bars are a short stroll downhill.
Official siteThe Glen Boutique Hotel & Spa
Sea Point
A long-time favourite with gay travellers, with about 24 individually styled rooms, many opening onto terraces. There's a pool with a hot tub and a spa with a steam room and sauna. It's a quieter base than De Waterkant, a short ride from the bars and close to the Sea Point promenade.
Official siteDe Waterkant House
De Waterkant
An 18th-century Cape-Georgian house with just five suites, wide plank floors, fireplaces and antiques. There's a splash pool and a wraparound terrace. It works well for couples or a group of friends who want a quiet house in the middle of the village.
Official siteGorgeous George
City Bowl (St George's Mall)
A 33-room design hotel made from two restored heritage buildings in the city centre, with concrete-and-steel interiors, handpicked furniture and local art, plus an on-site restaurant, Gigi. De Waterkant is a short ride away.
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