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Hotels in St. James, Cape Town

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St James Guesthouses

St James Guesthouses
5.0 star property
St. James
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"Allen and the other staff were great! It is a 1880 Mansion with 8 guest rooms and impeccably restored/maintained filled with antiques, just very relaxing. I would highly recommend for its charm, location and staff. Satori Restaurant 5-10min walk down street is Amazing food and service (ask for Shantell). Highly recommend!"
United States
Brett
The price is RM1,042
RM1,198 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
St James Guesthouses

Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro

Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (167 reviews)
"I enjoyed Sonnekus hotel. Very quaint design and details. I’d recommend to other travellers. "
Canada
Michael
The price is RM458
RM527 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro

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, (1,005 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay in this hotel after a long flight. "
Canada
Martelle
The price is RM729
RM847 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront

Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 22.9 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (292 reviews)
"Great location and the staff were very concerned about our safety!"
United States
Daniel
The price is RM548
RM630 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Southern Sun Cape Town Waterfront

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, (664 reviews)
"This hotel was wonderful, big rooms, great staff and wonderful food"
United States
Sarah
The price is RM776
RM901 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel
4.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 24 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (924 reviews)
"Location and view was amazing "
United States
Werner
The price is RM935
RM1,076 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
The Commodore Hotel

Hyatt Regency Cape Town

Hyatt Regency Cape Town
5.0 star property
22.3 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (599 reviews)
"Staff are incredibly kind and helpful especially Mark who gave us special attention."
United States
Colin
The price is RM661
RM768 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Hyatt Regency Cape Town

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 22.2 km from St. James
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (188 reviews)
"Great buffet breakfast and friendly stuff"
United States
Kundai Denise
The price is RM432
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

Pepperclub Hotel

Pepperclub Hotel
5.0 star property
City Bowl, 22 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (477 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff had a great time"
United States
Ngozi
The price is RM529
RM615 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Pepperclub Hotel

Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town
5.0 star property
22 km from St. James
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Spotless room, great service, food and spa top notch "
United States
Tripti
The price is RM881
RM1,024 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Taj Cape Town

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
3.5 star property
City Bowl, 23 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (315 reviews)
"Proximity to waterfront and they were able to hold our luggage in between our african safari trips. Very responsive with questions online. My family would stay here again. The free breakfast was a plus! Changed our initial preconceptions about traveling to Africa. Cape Town is beautiful and we will be back!"
United States
Christine
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town

Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town
5.0 star property
24.8 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (485 reviews)
"Everything was good about it no faults."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is RM1,326
RM1,540 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town

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, (737 reviews)
"Great location and really nice hotel "
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is RM675
RM784 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

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, (237 reviews)
"They did their utmost to make our stay comfortable. Staff were quite professional and courteous "
United States
Allan
The price is RM639
RM735 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Southern Sun The Cullinan

The Hyde All-Suite Hotel

The Hyde All-Suite Hotel
4.0 star property
Sea Point, 23.8 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (355 reviews)
"This hotels location is amazing it’s one block to the promenade. The breakfast needs some help, staff never refilled any of the juices etc. and to be honest the staff were the most unfriendly I’ve encountered. The kids club is a nice touch if you have children. The upper desk has a beautiful view. "
United States
Kelly
The Hyde All-Suite Hotel

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
3.0 star property
Green Point, 23.9 km from St. James
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (789 reviews)
"staff were friendly and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Its a 10 min walk from the waterfront which is so very convenient."
United States
Lauren
The price is RM648
RM753 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa

The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
Gardens, 21.5 km from St. James
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! The service was fantastic and the staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable! One of the best hotels I have had the pleasure of booking!"
United States
Pamela
The price is RM567
RM652 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa

Home Suite Hotels Station House

Home Suite Hotels Station House
4.0 star property
Sea Point, 23.2 km from St. James
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"Great location"
Netherlands
Sofie
Home Suite Hotels Station House

Cape Town Lodge Hotel

Cape Town Lodge Hotel
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 22.2 km from St. James
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (983 reviews)
"The steaks were fantastic "
Canada
Norman
The price is RM213
RM245 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Cape Town Lodge Hotel

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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (633 reviews)
"Great location, service from everyone we encountered, and delicious breakfast. We would definitely return "
United States
Luceta
The price is RM281
RM364 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
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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 District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, 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 Cape Floral Region Protected Areas 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?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options in St. James to choose from, making this an ideal home base 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, Danger Beach and Save Our Seas Shark Education Centre are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around St. James include St. James Beach, Kalk Bay Theatre and Rhodes Cottage Museum. While you're out sightseeing, Kalk Bay Beach and Kalk Bay Harbour 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.