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Our top choices for St. James hotels

1. Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro

Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
St. James
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Excellent stay - the ideal place to decompress, away from the hustle and bustle of the city! St. James is idyllic, and a holiday destination for those seeking to wind down and take things slower - Sonnekus is also ideally located for everyone looking to unwind, and enjoy local cuisine, and white sand beaches. Will definitely be coming back for more!"
United States
Keith
The price is RM323
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro

2. St James Guesthouses

St James Guesthouses
5.0 star property
St. James
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"The St James Manor House is a beautiful old building in a great location"
United Kingdom
angela
The price is RM1,301
RM1,496 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
St James Guesthouses

3. Simon's Town Quayside Hotel

Simon's Town Quayside Hotel
3.0 star property
Simon's Town, 8.4 km from St. James
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (348 reviews)
"Perfect location, friendly staff."
Australia
Kirsten
The price is RM437
RM502 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Simon's Town Quayside Hotel

4. Steenberg Hotel & Spa

Steenberg Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
5.5 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (180 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Food was amazing!"
United States
Claudia
The price is RM1,641
RM1,887 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Steenberg Hotel & Spa

5. Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
4.0 star property
20.5 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay"
United States
ramesh
The price is RM778
RM904 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

6. Southern Sun Newlands

Southern Sun Newlands
4.0 star property
16.1 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (104 reviews)
"Lovely view of the mountains -nice buffet breakfast"
United Kingdom
kofi
The price is RM284
RM327 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Southern Sun Newlands

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
4.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 23.2 km from St. James
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (800 reviews)
"Good location, great food and very helpful staff"
United Kingdom
Brent
The price is RM861
RM1,000 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

8. Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town
5.0 star property
22 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Great hotel, central location"
United Kingdom
Themaria
The price is RM946
RM1,098 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Taj Cape Town

9. Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
3.5 star property
23.7 km from St. James
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (869 reviews)
"Great location with many restaurants and shopping nearby. We felt safe walking around the area day and night. Staff was helpful with assisting us in booking airport shuttles, tours and drivers to get around."
United States
Kersten
The price is RM810
RM941 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

10. Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
3.0 star property
20.9 km from St. James
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,099 reviews)
"Everything great for the price"
Canada
Joedy
The price is RM252
RM290 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

11. The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel
4.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 24 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent location, unfortunately the pool area was under repairs"
United States
Gabriel
The price is RM681
RM784 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Commodore Hotel

12. Hyatt Regency Cape Town

Hyatt Regency Cape Town
5.0 star property
22.3 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (638 reviews)
"What an amazing staff. Excellent service"
United Kingdom
Bernard
The price is RM631
RM732 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hyatt Regency Cape Town

13. Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
3.0 star property
22 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (750 reviews)
"Great location to downtown venues. Breakfast was absolutely excellent."
Canada
Martin
The price is RM335
RM389 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

14. The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa

The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
11.9 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"The staff was super attentive to every need and made the stay all the better. "
United States
Felipe
The price is RM1,495
RM1,720 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa

15. Tintswalo Atlantic

Tintswalo Atlantic
5.0 star property
Hout Bay, 10.1 km from St. James
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel, amazing view, lovely staff, immaculate grounds. One of the more special hotels we've stayed at."
United States
Angel H
The price is RM2,984
RM3,529 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Tintswalo Atlantic

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside
4.0 star property
20.5 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (439 reviews)
"The hotel was in excellent conditions. The staff was very friendly and the service was excellent. I would stay again."
United States
Gretchen
The price is RM412
RM474 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

17. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property
17.5 km from St. James
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (137 reviews)
"The hotel has an incredible view. We stayed in an oceanfront suite. Everything was absolutely beautiful."
United States
Romana
The price is RM2,050
RM2,357 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

18. Southern Sun The Cullinan

Southern Sun The Cullinan
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 22.9 km from St. James
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"room was cleana nd staff was amazing."
United Kingdom
Alok
The price is RM557
RM641 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Southern Sun The Cullinan

19. Vineyard Hotel

Vineyard Hotel
4.0 star property
15.8 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (833 reviews)
"The hotel was so beautiful and relaxing. Thank you for a lovely stay :)"
United Kingdom
Caitlin
The price is RM1,230
RM1,414 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Vineyard Hotel

20. Pullman Cape Town City Centre

Pullman Cape Town City Centre
5.0 star property
City Bowl, 22.5 km from St. James
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (332 reviews)
"Amazing staff and great spacious room."
United States
James
The price is RM604
RM701 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Pullman Cape Town City Centre
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Compare popular hotels in St. James

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bed with a book, a tray with food, and a glass of orange juice.
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
181 reviews
View
A stately building with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central entrance with an arched doorway, flanked by two wings with large windows and stone detailing. In front, there is a well-maintained garden with a fountain and benches.
St James Guesthouses
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
111 reviews
View
A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with a stone wall and a building with red tiles.
Chartfield Guesthouse
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
208 reviews
View
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a mountainous backdrop.
Simon's Town Quayside Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
348 reviews
View
A pool with two horse statues on either side, a wooden deck in the center, and a view of a green landscape with trees and a hill in the background.
Steenberg Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
180 reviews
View

Where to stay in St. James

Find the best St. James areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Blending modern buildings with colourful period structures, the architecture at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront reflects its vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Camps Bay

Stunning sunsets and perfect blue water, scuba diving, mountain scenery and beachfront restaurants all make this one of Cape Town’s most popular beach suburbs.

Sea Point

Bring the kids to the playgrounds and cafés in this dynamic, rejuvenated coastal area in the shadow of a mossy mountain.

Cape Town City Centre

Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Cape Town City Hall and Castle of Good Hope, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Green Point

Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Frequently asked questions

What is St. James like?
St. James is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants. Make sure that you visit Table Mountain National Park and Main Road as part of your St. James travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in St. James?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, St James Guesthouses is the highest ranked property in St. James. This guest house offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Another top choice in the area is Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the St. James area?
With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in St. James to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Cape Town area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in St. James, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in St. James.
What is there to do in this Cape Town neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of St. James with a visit to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Main Road and Danger Beach are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around St. James include St. James Beach, Save Our Seas Shark Education Centre and Kalk Bay Theatre. While you're out sightseeing, Rhodes Cottage Museum and Kalk Bay Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Cape Town.
How can I get around St. James and the greater Cape Town area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? St. James Station is the closest metro station.