Gordon's Bay

Cape Town

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Gordon\'s Bay
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Gordon\'s Bay featuring general coastal views, skyline and a city
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Visit this serene oceanfront town in the Western Cape area. Here you’ll find some of South Africa’s best beaches, scenic coastal drives and wildlife.

Gordons Bay is a coastal town known for stunning natural beauty, water activities and animals. Relax on sandy beaches or explore the bay’s old village and its two harbors. Take a thrilling cage dive to see a great white shark. Watch African penguins at Stony Point in Bettys Bay.

Framed by the backdrop of Helderberg Mountain, Gordons Bay is a serene oceanfront town. Experience the hot dry summers and cool winters. Visit the Gordons Bay Yacht Club in the old harbor. Rent a bicycle and explore the bayfront or appreciate this charming town on foot.

Play volleyball on Bikini Beach or simply relax on the sand. Swim in the pristine water and learn to surf. Bikini Beach is a certified Blue Flag Beach, indicating high levels of safety, water quality and cleanliness. Visit this family-friendly beach for some of the Western Cape’s finest outdoor activities.

Take scuba diving training from a professional instructor and visit the region’s top dive spots. Explore the reefs of False Bay and Cape Peninsula. Book a shark viewing tour and see the fearsome great white shark. Take a tour from Gordons Bay to Seal Island in False Bay where these predators are most active. Watch playful seals too.

Experience stunning scenic coastline between Gordons Bay and Rooi-Els. Clarence Drive stretches over 14 miles (22 kilometers) and is known for its breathtaking views of the pristine Cape coastline. Visit the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden just east of Bettys Bay. This beautiful garden features a 25-acre (10-hectare) cultivated fynbos garden and about 60 species of birds, including the Cape sugarbird.

Gordons Bay is located on the northeastern shoreline of False Bay, about 35 miles (60 kilometers) from Cape Town. With a range of luxury apartments, guesthouses and beach lodges, you’ll have no problem relaxing in this coastal paradise.

Treat yourself to a memorable dining experience at the old harbor or along the oceanfront and discover some of Gordons Bay’s finest restaurants.


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Gordon's Bay Hotel Deals

Krystal Beach Hotel

Krystal Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Breakwater Lane, Harbour Island Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ¥17,258 per night from Dec 19 to Dec 20
¥17,258
¥20,046 total
Dec 19 - Dec 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
The hotel location was safe and quiet. The hotel itself was modern witb a gym and pool, very clean and amenities. The staff were very curteous and friendly wirh prompt response. The breakfast is buffet with great and varied options. The spa..massage is something to definitely soak into The hotel ...

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Krystal Beach Hotel
Manor on the Bay

Manor on the Bay

4 out of 5
117 Beach Rd Gordons Bay Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ¥16,438 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
¥16,438
¥19,033 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach guesthouse in Cape Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Lovely Stay At Gordon's Bay
This is an amazing place that comes with a very lovely view. The couple who runs the inn are quite friendly and professional. They run a very nice hotel which is represented by their attitude towards their establishment. If you are looking for a quite and beautiful place outside Capetown, I highly ...

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2024

Manor on the Bay
185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments

185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments

4 out of 5
185 Beach Road Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ¥29,210 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
¥29,210
¥33,591 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Such a beautiful spot and incredible hosts! If you are going to Agulhas you need to stay here! We should have booked more than one night 😍

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments
Fijnbos Private Manor

Fijnbos Private Manor

5 out of 5
34 Chapman Avenue Cape Town Western Cape
Book a stay at this luxury guesthouse in Cape Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
It’s was nothing less than perfect! Beautiful location, amazing rooms, stunning views, modern artistic decor. Went as a family and this place was incredible! Delicious breakfast daily! Debbie and her two ladies were the perfect hosts that took really good care of us all the time. I cannot recommend ...

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

Fijnbos Private Manor
Blue Horizon Guest House

Blue Horizon Guest House

4 out of 5
56 Boundary Road, Gordons Bay Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ¥17,709 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
¥17,709
¥17,709 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Great thanks.
Great host, nice and quiet area.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2025

Blue Horizon Guest House
Kianga

Kianga

4 out of 5
32 Chapman Avenue Cape Town Western Cape
Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Cape Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Cannot find anything to fault. Amazing hotel, facilities, and oom and food. Lenny was probably the best host we have had across may Worldwide trips. The hotel is a bit of a distance from Table Mountain and the V and A waterfront but not so it is a problem. Look forward to coming back again soon.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Kianga
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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