Title: Alta Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Alta Bay Tuscan-style guesthouse in Cape Town with an outdoor pool ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5800000/5797000/5796902/74967760.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Studio Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5800000/5797000/5796902/d2d04230.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5800000/5797000/5796902/a2b1cc4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5800000/5797000/5796902/ec81106b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, first-run films](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5800000/5797000/5796902/17a8efaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Alta Bay offers a peaceful retreat in Cape Town City Centre. Enjoy afternoons on the sunny terrace or explore the garden. Refresh in the outdoor pool after city explorations. Multilingual staff ensures a comfortable, upscale guesthouse experience. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Sept 30 - Oct 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=5796902&PinnedHotelID=5796902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=5796902&PinnedHotelID=5796902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 1 - Oct 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=5796902&PinnedHotelID=5796902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=5796902&PinnedHotelID=5796902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=5796902&PinnedHotelID=5796902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=5796902&PinnedHotelID=5796902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=5796902&PinnedHotelID=5796902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=5796902&PinnedHotelID=5796902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5800000/5797000/5796902/10a5cc84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Furnished patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette Fridge - 301 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Deluxe Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5800000/5797000/5796902/c64898b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette - 452 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Studio Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, first-run films](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5800000/5797000/5796902/17a8efaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Suite ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette - 753 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Alta-Bay.h5796902.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Town-Hotels-Alta-Bay.h5796902.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near the beach, Alta Bay is in Cape Town City Centre, a neighbourhood in Cape Town. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach. Iziko South African Museum and Two Oceans Aquarium are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours. [Visit our Cape Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town.dx6046820) [View more Guest houses in Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Guest-Houses.d6046820-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.94292%2C18.40590&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JhURFgMODFAcJmPUsdafDTJ9bgI=) 12 Invermark Crescent, Higgovale, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001 ### What's nearby - Kloof Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Long Street - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Camps Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Clifton Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Cape Town International Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles ### Getting around - Rosebank Station - 9 min drive - Cape Town Station - 10 min drive - Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 18 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Asoka - ‬20 min walk - ‪Ashanti Lodge and Travel Centre - Gardens - ‬16 min walk - ‪Cocoa Oola - ‬18 min walk - ‪Black Sheep - ‬16 min walk - ‪Ou meul - ‬11 min walk ## About this property ### Alta Bay Upscale guest house near Long Street Alta Bay provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), beach towels and multilingual staff - Luggage storage and smoke-free property Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as first-run films and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as safes and bathrobes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds and free cots/infant beds - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with premium channels, DVD players and first-run films - Furnished balconies or patios, kitchenettes and fridges ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8120000/8114000/8113930/31370769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens Cape Town City Centre - Pool - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.4 Very good 49 reviews £40 includes taxes & fees 16 Oct - 17 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=8113930&PinnedHotelID=8113930&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Executive Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71680000/71673400/71673357/w2880h2157x0y0-88052955.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK Cape Town City Centre - 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In-room refrigerator - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Beach cabanas (surcharge) - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Garden - On the bay - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### More - 3 buildings - 3 floors - Built in 1985 - Smoke-free property - Tuscan architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Egyptian cotton sheets - Free cot - Select Comfort mattress ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - First-run films - Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Free local calls - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (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 Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time. ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 1 June and 31 July. ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per room (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision ### 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 Alta Bay Alta Bay B&B Alta Bay B&B Cape Town Alta Bay Cape Town Alta Bay Cape Town, South Africa Alta Bay Hotel Cape Town Alta Bay House Cape Town Alta Bay House Alta Bay Cape Town South Africa Alta Bay Guesthouse Cape Town Alta Bay Guesthouse Alta Bay Cape Town Alta Bay Guesthouse Alta Bay Guesthouse Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Alta Bay have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Alta Bay pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Alta Bay? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Alta Bay? > Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. ### What time is check-out at Alta Bay? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Does Alta Bay provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 450 per room applies. ### Where is Alta Bay located? > Located in Cape Town City Centre, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town Medi Clinic and Kloof Street. Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and South African Jewish Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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