Luxury hotel above Clifton Bay Beach combines stunning views with spa indulgence, while a seasonal outdoor pool invites refreshing dips in the sunshine
21 Nettleton offers an intimate retreat with a serene garden and terrace overlooking Clifton Bay Beach. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, massages, and facials at the onsite spa. The property features a library for quiet moments and bike rentals for exploring nearby Lions Head.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Free airport shuttle
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
The current price is RM26,721
RM26,721
RM30,729 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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Located in Clifton, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, 21 Nettleton is in the suburbs and on the waterfront. Kloof Street and Greenmarket Square are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Clifton Bay Beach and Lions Head. Enjoy an event or a match at Cape Town Stadium, and consider making time for Two Oceans Aquarium—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
19 Nettleton Road, Clifton, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005
What's nearby
Table Mountain National Park
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Clifton 1st Beach
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Clifton 2nd Beach
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Clifton Bay Beach
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Camps Bay Beach
2 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
Woodstock Station
11 min drive
Cape Town Station
17 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
35 min drive
Restaurants
Brash
3 min drive
Cafe Caprice
5 min drive
Jarryds
3 min drive
Mantra Cafe
5 min drive
Senate Bar
3 min drive
About this property
21 Nettleton
Luxury hotel near Clifton Bay Beach
Located close to Lions Head and Kloof Street, 21 Nettleton provides free full breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a terrace. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a Swedish massage, a body treatment or a body scrub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Additional perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Bike hire, a local area shuttle and multilingual staff
A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Hiking/biking trails
Library
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Business services
Business centre
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach towels
Garden
In the mountains
On the bay
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Spa
Body scrubs
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Reflexology
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
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Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Slippers
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning
Electrical adapters
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Please note this property has an onsite private well with filtration system available.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
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
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
21 Nettleton House Cape Town
21 Nettleton House
21 Nettleton Cape Town
21 Nettleton Hotel Cape Town
21 Nettleton Hotel
21 Nettleton Hotel
21 Nettleton Cape Town
21 Nettleton Hotel Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
Does 21 Nettleton have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 21 Nettleton?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 21 Nettleton on 31 Mar 2026 start from RM26,721, 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 21 Nettleton pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 21 Nettleton?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at 21 Nettleton?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at 21 Nettleton?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does 21 Nettleton provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.
Where is 21 Nettleton located?
Located in Clifton, this luxury hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Clifton Bay Beach and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Kloof Street. Cape Town Stadium and Two Oceans Aquarium are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
21 Nettleton Reviews
10
Exceptional
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A great experience. This is a house turned to Hotel. It was a unique experience and a quite pleasant one. The location and the views are incredible. The service was very customizable and personal. And the hotel it’s self is an art gallery. I recommend.
What an unforgettable experience at 21 Nettleton! From the moment we were picked up at the airport to the very last day, the team made sure every detail of our stay was absolutely perfect. The only downside was that our trip was cut a day short due to a canceled flight—we truly didn’t want to leave!
We stayed in the Penthouse Suite, and all we can say is wow, wow, wow—it was breathtakingly beautiful. The views, the design, and the comfort made it feel like a dream.
A heartfelt thank you to the incredible team who made us feel completely at home: Teekay, Uti, Nathan, Godwin, Keenan, our wonderful driver whose name we can’t remember right now, and Slindo, who coordinated everything seamlessly through WhatsApp. You all went above and beyond to make our stay so special.
We can’t wait to come back (this time for longer!) and will be telling all of our friends about the magic of 21 Nettleton.
We stayed at 21 Nettleton at the start of our honeymoon and it was absolutely perfect. PERFECT! The hotel itself is a mansion on the hill top with only 6 rooms, so you get ultimate privacy, attention to detail and peace. The staff are all fantastic, on hand for any little thing you need and nothing is too much trouble for them. The pool is lovely, with a small jumping ledge, if you like that sort of thing (I do!). Breakfast is a feast and the sundowners canapes are a wonderful addition. We also opted to have dinner one night, which you can arrange in advance, and it was absolutely worth every penny - they will basically cook whatever you want and we asked for a dinner centred around grilled crayfish. It was amazing. I review almost all of my stays, because I find them useful. And I have never found a place that truly deserves a 10/10, but 21 Nettleton definitely does. We will be returning and recommending it to everyone!
Our stay at this hotel was simply outstanding. The hotel is a converted mansion on the famous Nettleton Road in Cape Town. Nettleton Road is probably the most expensive/exclusive road in the whole of Africa, certainly in South Africa anyway. As a local Capetonian returning to South Africa for a holiday, I spotted 21 Nettleton on Hotels.com and saw the opportunity to stay on a street I've always dreamt of.
The hotel consists of only 6 bedrooms (which is a good thing). All of the rooms, except the lions head room, have the most incredible sea views you can imagine. Each of the bedrooms are very generously sized for a hotel (another benefit of being a converted mansion), and are decorated and dressed with the most exquisite linens and furnishings. No detail is forgotten.
We were lucky enough to stay here whilst there were no other guests, so it felt like we had this beautiful mansion all to ourselves. The staff were incredibly attentive, and struck the perfect balance of being constantly available when you needed them, but not too much that you felt intruded upon. Incredibly friendly at all times.
I've stayed in a my fair share of other top end hotels, and the staff can be arrogant and snooty. This is not the case here. The staff were professional and friendly, and really made you feel as though the space was your own home.
My only problem with staying in this hotel is, where does one go from here? Very difficult to beat...
21 Nettleton is one of the most amazing places we have stayed. The property is beautiful; set high up on the hillside of Lion's Head in Clifton with uninterrupted views of the ocean. The location is a great base for Cape Town sightseeing, if you can bring yourself to leave! We stayed in the King Room which was ornately decorated with gorgeous antiques and objets d'art collected by the owner. The room was very comfortable and we enjoyed having breakfast on the private balcony looking out over the ocean. Come late afternoon, we found ourselves ensconced in the living room so, although there are many good dining options nearby, we opted to have a night in with dinner cooked by the house chef - both breakfast and dinner were delicious. The service was impeccable. The staff valued our privacy and left us to our own devices but they were always available if we needed something (and reachable by sending a quick message through the iPad provided). The result was that we felt perfectly at home at 21 Nettleton. Adding to this was the fact there was only one other (seldom-seen) couple in residence. We felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. This hotel is excellent value and far exceeded our expectations (which were set high having read all the amazing reviews). We will most definitely stay again.
I don't ever leave reviews unless my experience was extreme in either way. In the case of 21 Nettleton, it's one of my most memorable stays ever, and I travel around the world extensively. In every place I go, I always find something to love, but I don't get blown away that easily these days. 21 Nettleton did. It's not a hotel. It's an exclusive, private, and breathtakingly beautiful personal property that comes with your personal chefs and staffs who serve you with their whole heart and talk to you like your great long time friends. Because it only has 6 rooms so my 3 nights there felt like I had the entire property for my own. Thinking back those quiet breakfasts sitting in the garden overlooking the mountains and ocean, while the birds chirping happily as you read through your favourite book in the gentle breeze... it really makes my heart smile. Can't wait to find the next opportunity to return.
I had one on my best time in Cape Town, and thanks to the outstanding servce provided at 21 Nettleton, the guys at reception, cleanning ladies and the facilities are superb.
I loveeeed it