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St James Guesthouses

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Seaside manor with historic charm

Magnificent sea views sweep across Kalk Bay from this charming Edwardian manor's multiple seating areas. A serene outdoor pool offers perfect relaxation after beach visits. Evenings unfold in the cozy bar/lounge before strolls to nearby local restaurants.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is ￥29,772
￥34,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Suites (Manor)

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

Superior Suites (Manor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suites (Manor)

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand.

Deluxe Suites (Manor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room (Manor)

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view, and a green chest of drawers.

Standard Twin Room (Manor)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Suite (Manor)

A traditional four-poster bed with a matching bench, a wooden desk with a chair, and a large mirror on the wall.

Superior Suite (Manor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Manor)

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a chair.

Standard Double Room (Manor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier House, 6 Bedrooms, Sea View

A two-story building with a prominent staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by a stone wall and a lush green landscape.

Premier House, 6 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 330 sq m
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A double bed with two nightstands, a chair, a round table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Kalk Bay, a neighborhood in Cape Town, St James Guesthouses is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Boulders Beach and Table Mountain. Casa Labia Cultural Centre and Learn 2 Surf Cape Town are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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7945, Western Cape, Cape Town, 108 Main Road St.James

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a city at its base, a coastline, and a sunset.
    Table Mountain National Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A beach with colorful beach huts and waves crashing onto the shore.
    St. James Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A seal resting on a concrete dock by a calm harbor with boats and a town in the background.
    Kalk Bay Harbour
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A row of colorful beach huts on stilts along a sandy beach with a person walking a dog and mountains in the background.
    Muizenberg Beach
    6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Kalk Bay Beach
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • St. James Station
    6 min walk
  • Cape Town Station
    24 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lekker Kalk Bay
    9 min walk
  • Olympia Café & Deli
    12 min walk
  • Folk Cafe
    6 min walk
  • Kalky's
    15 min walk
  • Kalk Bay Cafe
    10 min walk

About this property

St James Guesthouses

  • Luxury boutique guesthouse by the ocean
  • Consider a stay at St James Guesthouses and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Limo/town car service, beach towels, and 1 meeting room
    • Concierge services, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at St James Guesthouses feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 950.00 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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information 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

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Does St James Guesthouses have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at St James Guesthouses?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St James Guesthouses on Aug 21, 2026 start from ￥29,772, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is St James Guesthouses pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at St James Guesthouses?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at St James Guesthouses?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does St James Guesthouses provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 950.00 per room applies.

Where is St James Guesthouses located?

Located in Kalk Bay, this luxury guesthouse is steps from Main Road and Danger Beach. Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Table Mountain National Park are also within 5 minutes. St. James Station is 6 minutes by foot and Kalk Bay Station is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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