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Ocean View House

4.0 star property
Family-friendly Cape Town guesthouse in Camps Bay with 2 outdoor swimming pools
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Superior Room | Beach/ocean view
Oasis Apartment | Private pool
Property grounds
Property grounds
Panorama Apartment | Balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

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33 Victoria Road - Bakoven, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005
  • Camps Bay Beach
    16 min walk
  • Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
    7 min drive
  • Clifton Bay Beach
    8 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    22 min drive

Room options

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Traveller Room : Mountain View

Traveller Room : Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Oasis Apartment | Private pool

Oasis Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • 200 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traveller Room : Pool Deck

Traveller Room : Pool Deck

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Classic Room

Classic Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Panorama Apartment | Balcony

Panorama Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 82 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Panorama Suite

Panorama Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Garden Suite | Beach/ocean view

Garden Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Milkwood Suite

Milkwood Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 71 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cape Town

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.
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What's nearby

  • Camps Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lions Head - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Table Mountain - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 23 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 8 min drive
  • Woodstock Station - 11 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Cavendish - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Zenzero - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Codfather - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Belle Bistro & Bakery - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Ocean View House

Family-friendly Cape Town guesthouse in Camps Bay with 2 outdoor swimming pools
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 dressing gowns, 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.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Baby bath
  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1994
  • Designated smoking areas

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

More

  • 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 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 600 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
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. 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
Ocean View House Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse
Ocean View Guest House Hotel Bakoven
Ocean View House Camps Bay
Ocean View House Cape Town
Ocean View House Guesthouse
Ocean View House Guesthouse Cape Town

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 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean View House on 7 Dec 2024 start from NZ$655.2, 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 deep-tissue 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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 253 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 253 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 253 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 253 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 253 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Views
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rowin W

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was as described. Beautiful and ideally located
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cape Town
Fantastic hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed for 5 night in the garden suite in August 2024. It is without doubt one of my favourite rooms I’ve ever stayed in of any hotel anywhere in the world. It is so peaceful and spacious and beautiful with incredible views. The whole guesthouse is so clean and beautiful with lovely outdoor spaces and truly brilliant service. Supreme and everyone we encountered were truly first class! We completely fell in love with Cape Town and with ocean view! I will be returning and I cannot recommend it highly enough for a comfortable and relaxing stay in a brilliant area of a great city.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

L

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel in a great location, could do with some more staff though
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff! Beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adedokun

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homely, serene and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily, London

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are exceptional, very friendly. Views are amazing. Rooms very comfortable. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and people were very nice. Many dining options nearby. View was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

QUIOMARA DEL CARMEN, Hope mills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, very relaxing place, clean and the service was outstanding specially the front desk guy Supreme, we also meet the owner Lambert super friendly gentleman. It was an oasis by the sea for sure! Very close to everything 5 minutes drive from Camp Bay and 15-20 minutes drive from V&A. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

nelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach, friend staff, courteous, great and clean facilities. I can not tell you enough they go above and beyond
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, staff and location.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff=amazing Location and views=perfect Breakfast=large variety and delish!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed at Ocean View for 5 nights. Beautiful location in walking distance of the restaurants and bars of Camps Bay. Hotel was immaculate. Staff friendly and professional. Would book again without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our stay and experience at Ocean View House felt quite sub-par vis a vis the level of service offered given the price we paid. Perhaps the hotel has not yet recovered post-pandemic. Things to note that we hadn't realized: - Spa service, while technically on-site, requires calling someone in to provide the required services (was previously under the impression it was a fully functional spa). - The "honesty" bar is nicely appointed but lacked key ingredients that seemed strangely unobtainable while we were there. - Breakfast is included but with minimal service. Things we enjoyed: - The view, although it feels like you can get this anywhere in Cape Town as soon as you walk out the door. - The bed was amazing! Would likely not stay here again given the underwhelming level of service and interest in staying somewhere more central to the Camps Bay strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel, loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had high expectations of Ocean View House based on previous reviews, and even then my expectations were exceeded. What an incredible place! My husband and I stayed there for a week with our 10 month old baby in February and we could have easily stayed another week. The setting, the service, the location - just everything - amazing. After just one day, the staff would automatically get our baby a high chair ready and waiting before we even arrived for breakfast, they paid such attention to our little boy, and on the occasions that we were ourselves with him would to anything to help. Something not mentioned in previous reviews, but a huge bonus for us, was that it was a 10km stunning and flat walk to the V&A. We walked this a few times to give our baby time to nap in his buggy and loved all the stops on the way. Easy enough to get an Uber home. We were also lucky enough to attend one of the dinners that the owners (lovely people!) but on for their guests every fortnight, it was a communal table, and truly one of the best meals we have ever eaten. Again, everyone made our baby feel so welcome. As well as breakfast, we had lunch their a couple of times, which was delicious. I could go on and on, but don’t hesitate to book this gem. Thank you for the memories OVH, we can’t wait to return one day ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the views and the sound of the ocean. Staff is absolutely great. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeryld

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was so easy and we were given a tour so we felt right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023