Cape Grace Managed By AccorvsThe Bay Hotel
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Cape Grace ranks significantly better than The Bay Hotel. Cape Grace ranks #3 in Cape Town with accolades from 16 sources including Hideaway Report, Gayot and Travel + Leisure.
Cape Grace Managed By Accor Show All Reviews
West Quay Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $2,122/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"Of the larger Waterfront hotels, the Grace remains the most elegant, and it's still the first choice for visiting VIPs, though Dock House is by far the most exclusive." Full review
Concierge
"The 121-room hotel has a somewhat younger clientele than its main luxury competitor, the Mount Nelson, and prides itself on extremely personalized service."
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Hotel staff try to accommodate every request, so if you're keen on wine, the resident sommelier can accompany you to the winelands.
Travel + Leisure
World's Best Hotels
"A movable pedestrian bascule bridge provides access from the bustling waterfront to this quiet, mansard-roofed hotel on its own private quay." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A member of the Leading Small Hotels of the World group, the Cape Grace is the stately jewel in the crown of the Waterfront’s crop of hotels."
Rough Guide
"One of South Africa’s most expensive and exclusive hotels, in a perfect location, and deserving of every accolade."
Time Out
"With its recently refurbished rooms (121 in total), outstanding restaurant and dining facilities... and superb African-inspired spa, this is certainly one of the best hotels in the city." Full review
Star Service
"This small boutique-style hotel is a dark terra-cotta rectangle off by itself among the docks, yet just a short walk from the action." Full review
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Room service never takes a rest, and disabled accommodations are available upon request.
Gayot
"Situated on a private quay on Cape Town's Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, this hotel combines elegance and convenience."
Oyster
Upscale
"Located on the marina and a short drivefrom many of Cape Town's most popular attractions, Cape Grace is an eleganthotel with 120 rooms and suites." Full review
Afar Magazine
"There’s a reason Cape Grace always tops the best hotels lists: everyone loves a classic." Full review
The Bay Hotel
69 Victoria Road, Camps Bay 8040, South Africa
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"This old favourite has been a staple of the Camps Bay shoreline for years." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This large hotel has a prime position on Camps Bay’s main drag. The grounds are large, with plenty of activities to keep restless guests happy."
Rough Guide
"Glitzy five-star hotel on the fashionable beachfront strip."
Time Out
"It's impossible not to be seduced by the Copacabana-like views of the beach that's just a hop over the road from this popular hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The fun, hip vibe of this beachside hotel is perfectly captured by its open-air cocktail bar—which doubles as a Harley-Davidson rental spot during the summer months." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Situated across the street from Camps Bay Beach, this four-pearl property offers a wealth of features and chic interiors that attract leisure tourists." Full review
Fodor's
"The only large hotel in Camps Bay, this luxurious yet relaxed property sits across the street from a white-sand beach and is backed by the towering cliffs of the Twelve Apostles." Full review