Head to Cape Town’s Atlantic Coast for big skies, big seas and those famous, fiery sunsets. Think palms swaying over white beaches, champagne terraces, and warm ocean breezes.
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By day, the Atlantic promenade in Sae Point and camps Bay hums with joggers and cyclists. By evening, it glows with the laughter of locals gathering at beachfront cafés. Think of it as Cape Town’s own Riviera — with a distinctly South African flair. (And with echoes of the gleaming millionaire pads of California or The Hamptons too.)
Our handpicked hotels reflect the area’s variety and there’s a different difference in location within our Atlantic Hotels:
For something more secluded, The Twelve Apostles Hotel nestles between the ocean and fynbos-covered mountain slopes, while Tintswalo Atlantic lies hidden beneath Chapman’s Peak — one of the most romantic settings on the continent.
Wherever you stay, you’ll be just 10 to 25 minutes from Cape Town’s vibrant centre. But you might find it hard to leave the ocean and slow rhythm of the Atlantic coast behind.
Check out the Last Word Long Beach on the Cape Peninsula pages if you want even greater beach seclusion.
Important Note: Not all hotels are within walking distance of beaches, especially those in Sea Point and Bantry Bay, or ones which hug the Twelve Apostles mountain foothills. But all have stunning views of the Ocean.
Summer (November–March) brings warm weather and long days ideal for beach time and sundowners. Winter has fewer crowds and moody sunsets — great for photographers.
Are the Atlantic beaches good for swimming?
The water is refreshingly cool year-round – read VERY cold - but Clifton’s sheltered coves are often the calmest for swimming. Camps Bay is better for surf, scenery, and people-watching.
Which Atlantic Coast area suits families best?
Camps Bay is ideal — safe beaches, family-friendly restaurants, and easy access to Table Mountain and the city’s attractions. Though the warms are a little warmer on the False Bay side.
Ready to feel Cape Town’s ocean breeze? Let us craft your perfect Atlantic Coast stay — from sunset suites to hidden coastal gems.