December Holiday Accommodation in Cape Town From R800/Night – 94 Properties
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Greens Guest House
Greens Guest House
Greens Guest House is accommodation on the Tygerberg Hills, offering double suites with views over Bellville Golf Course and the Hottentots Holland Mountain Range.
Pentzhaven Guesthouse
Pentzhaven Guesthouse
Pentzhaven Guesthouse offers B&B accommodation in Table View, a northern coastal suburb of Cape Town, 15 minutes from the city centre and 20 minutes from the airport.
African Violet Guest Suites
African Violet Guest Suites
Self-catering accommodation in Capri, Noordhoek, on the Cape Town south peninsula, with views across the Noordhoek Valley and the Atlantic Ocean. Six self-catering apartments include three honeymoon suites.
Birkenhead Manor
Birkenhead Manor
Cape Dutch style accommodation in Bloubergstrand, 450m from the white sandy Blouberg Beachfront. This guest house offers country style rooms, a pool, sun terrace, and free Wi-Fi. Rated best value in Bloubergstrand.
Homestead Villas
Homestead Villas
Homestead Villas is a boutique hotel on Welgedacht Estate in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, with 10 individual villas including Executive Suites and self-catering accommodation with fireplaces.
Aquarius Suites
Aquarius Suites
Aquarius Luxury Suites is beachfront accommodation on Bloubergstrand Beach in Cape Town, offering 57 suites ranging from one to three bedrooms, plus a Presidential Suite, with views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean.
Dolphin Inn Guest House Blouberg
Dolphin Inn Guest House Blouberg
Dolphin Inn is a family-owned guesthouse accommodation in Bloubergstrand, 180m from the beach, operating since 1995, with en-suite bedrooms and a communal pool.
Moonglow Guesthouse
Moonglow Guesthouse
Moonglow Guesthouse is a 4-star TGCSA-graded bed and breakfast accommodation in Glencairn, on the slopes of the Simon's Town mountains. It is owner-run, with six en-suite bedrooms and 180-degree views over False Bay.
House Braganza
House Braganza
House of Braganza is a guesthouse accommodation in Kommetjie, 100m from Long Beach, with two rooms offering Atlantic Ocean views. Suited to romantic weekends, family holidays, and surf trips.
Serengeti Self-Catering Units
Serengeti Self-Catering Units
Serengeti Self Catering Units is a 3-star rated self-catering accommodation in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, Bellville, rated by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa.
Bokkombaai
Bokkombaai
Bokkombaai is a self-catering holiday accommodation in Bloubergstrand comprising three apartments directly on the beach, with views of Table Mountain, the Atlantic Ocean, and Robben Island.
Old Oak Guest House
Old Oak Guest House
Old Oak Guest House is a Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Oak Glen, Bellville, established in 1996. It offers individually styled en-suite rooms in Cape Town's Northern Suburbs for both business and leisure guests.
Bloubergstrand Secret Garden Guesthouse
Bloubergstrand Secret Garden Guesthouse
Secret Garden Guesthouse is a 4-star self-catering accommodation in Bloubergstrand, offering fully equipped apartments with views across Table Bay, Table Mountain, and Robben Island.
Eversview Guesthouse
Eversview Guesthouse
Eversview Guesthouse offers accommodation in the Tygerberg area of Cape Town North, with views of the Hottentots-Holland Mountains, 3 km from Tyger Valley Shopping Centre and within reach of Cape Town, Paarl, and Stellenbosch.
Pension Marianna
Pension Marianna
Pension Marianna is a 4-star guest house accommodation in Bellville, on the eastern edge of Bellville with views of the Boland Wineland mountains and close access to major highways.
Four Palms Accommodation
Four Palms Accommodation
Four Palms is a 4-star accredited guest house accommodation in Durbanville Hills, Western Cape. Accessible from all main routes, it offers modernly decorated rooms, a swimming pool, and an eco-conscious approach with uninterrupted power.
Lord Nelson Inn
Lord Nelson Inn
The Lord Nelson Inn offers accommodation in Simon's Town on a bed and breakfast basis. The recently refurbished inn has 10 en-suite rooms and is a base for exploring the Cape Peninsula and Cape Point Route.
Central Hotel Guest House
Central Hotel Guest House
Central Hotel Guest House is a restored Victorian property on Simon's Town's historical mile, offering bed and breakfast accommodation in ten en-suite rooms with Victorian decor.
Albatross Beach House
Albatross Beach House
Albatross Beach House is self-catering accommodation in Vlees Bay, Garden Route, sleeping up to 6 guests in three bedrooms at the water's edge of the Indian Ocean.
Boulders Beach Hotel
Boulders Beach Hotel
A hotel and wellness destination at Boulders Beach, Simonstown, offering accommodation in 12 en suite rooms and 2 self-catering units, sleeping between 1 and 30 guests.
About Cape Town
Cape Town stands out for its combination of mountain landscapes and coastal views that draw many travelers. The area includes historic sites and modern amenities, making exploration easy. It provides a solid foundation for both relaxation and adventure during a stay.
Where to Stay in Cape Town in December
The Atlantic Seaboard — Camps Bay, Bakoven, and Bantry Bay — is where most visitors want to be in December. You get beach access, mountain views, and good restaurants within walking distance. Camps Bay properties fill up well before December, so if that's your target area, start looking in September or October. Bakoven sits a few minutes south and offers smaller self-catering options at slightly lower rates — practical for families who prefer cooking some meals in.
Bloubergstrand and Bloubergrant on the West Coast give you kite-surfing conditions, consistent summer wind, and a clear view of Table Mountain across the bay. Rates here run lower than the Atlantic Seaboard, and the pace is considerably quieter. Chapmans Peak, on the southern edge of the Hout Bay corridor, suits those who want privacy and don't need to be within walking distance of a beach strip.
December Weather and What It Means for Your Stay
Expect daytime temperatures between 25°C and 35°C, long days, and the southeasterly wind — locally called the Cape Doctor — picking up most afternoons. Mornings are typically calm and clear. This matters when choosing a property: units with west- or north-facing patios get usable outdoor time before the afternoon wind arrives. Properties facing south can feel exposed on the windier days.
Rain in December is rare, but the wind is reliable. For regular beach days at Camps Bay or Clifton, aim for mornings. If water sports are your priority, Bloubergstrand handles the wind far better and draws kitesurfers and windsurfers throughout the summer season.
Events and Activities in December Cape Town
December brings the V&A Waterfront's festive market, Kirstenbosch's open-air summer concert series, and an increasingly packed calendar of outdoor events across the city. The beaches at Clifton and Camps Bay reach capacity from Christmas Eve through New Year. Parking near the Atlantic Seaboard becomes impractical — plan to walk from your accommodation, or accept that driving 10km to Camps Bay on a Saturday afternoon can take 45 minutes.
How to Choose the Right Property for December
With 94 listings and rates from R800 to R18,800 per night, the range is real. The lower end covers self-catering apartments in Bellville or Bloubergrant — fine if you have a car and flexibility. The R2,383 average typically gets you a one- or two-bedroom self-catering unit in a solid suburb with good access to the main attractions. Above R6,000 per night, expect Atlantic Seaboard views, private pools, and air conditioning — worth considering when temperatures regularly hit 30°C. One detail worth checking before you book: many Cape Town pools are unheated. Atlantic water influence keeps them cold even in summer. If pool swimming matters to your group, confirm heating upfront.