Whale Season Accommodation in Cape Town (June–November) – 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.
Best Areas to Stay During Whale Season
The Atlantic Seaboard gives you the most consistent whale sightings from land. Bantry Bay and Bakoven sit directly above rocky outcrops where whales often surface close enough to see without binoculars. Camps Bay has the same coastal access plus a strip of restaurants you'll want after a morning on the rocks. For views across False Bay — which draws heavy whale traffic — Chapman's Peak puts you within striking distance of the Overberg coast and Hermanus.
If you're driving to Hermanus for the Whale Festival (typically late September to early October), Bloubergstrand or Bloubergrant are solid overnight bases. Rates there run lower than the Atlantic Seaboard, and you get Table Mountain views across the bay as a bonus.
What to Expect from Winter and Spring Weather
Cape Town winters are mild by global standards but genuinely wet. June and July bring the bulk of cold fronts — pack a waterproof jacket and expect wind. By August the days begin to clear, September is typically the most comfortable month for outdoor time, and October can feel like early summer. This matters for whale watching: flat-calm days make sightings far easier, and the Atlantic can be rough enough to cancel boat trips in June.
Land-Based vs Boat-Based Viewing
Cape Town's shoreline is good enough that you don't need a boat. The Sea Point promenade, Signal Hill, and the rocks at Bakoven all produce reliable sightings from August through October. If you're travelling with children or anyone prone to seasickness, land-based watching is the better call. Boat trips depart from the V&A Waterfront and Hout Bay; they get you closer to the animals but sea conditions in June and July often cancel departures.
Choosing the Right Property
Of the 94 listed properties, most fall between R1,500 and R4,000 per night. Budget options from R800 are concentrated in Bellville and Bloubergrant — good value if you have a car. Properties in Bantry Bay and Camps Bay carry premium rates, some above R10,000 per night, but you're paying for direct ocean views and the ability to scan the water from your balcony. For the best mid-range value with whale-close positioning, Bakoven and the quieter end of Camps Bay are worth prioritising.
Winter also means fewer visitors, lower hotel occupancy, and more room to negotiate on multi-night stays. For a city break that combines wildlife, food, and no school-holiday crowds, whale season is one of the better times to visit Cape Town.