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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 RM1,043
RM1,200 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, (168 reviews)
"I enjoyed Sonnekus hotel. Very quaint design and details. I’d recommend to other travellers. "
Canada
Michael
The price is RM486
RM558 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro

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, (108 reviews)
"This was an exceptional stay . The hotel is beautiful, luxurious with beautiful spacious rooms in a wonderful location. The service is outstanding. I don’t think I have stayed at a better hotel ."
Australia
Kim
The price is RM2,473
RM2,843 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
The Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa

Steenberg Hotel & Spa

Steenberg Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
5.5 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"The Steenberg Hotel is a fabulous oasis of tranquility, with wonderful, knowledgeable, and courteous staff, great breakfasts and an excellent dinner menu at Tryn. Thank you for the perfect ending to our Cape Town trip."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is RM1,928
RM2,217 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Steenberg Hotel & Spa

Nova Constantia Boutique Residence

Nova Constantia Boutique Residence
5.0 star property
Constantia, 9.2 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"Perfect location, beautiful accommodation and a very helpful host. Strongly recommended."
United Kingdom
Joanna
The price is RM1,369
RM1,574 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Nova Constantia Boutique Residence

The Last Word Constantia

The Last Word Constantia
5.0 star property
Constantia, 9.6 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Superb facilities. Incredible room. Lovely staff"
Australia
Nitin
The price is RM1,317
RM1,514 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
The Last Word Constantia

The Cellars-Hohenort

The Cellars-Hohenort
5.0 star property
Constantia, 13.3 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Beautiful property Good food"
United Kingdom
Kazmer
The price is RM2,437
RM2,831 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The Cellars-Hohenort

Vineyard Hotel

Vineyard Hotel
4.0 star property
15.8 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (769 reviews)
"Very convenient hotel in a beautiful setting. "
United Kingdom
Catherine Ann
The price is RM1,143
RM1,314 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Vineyard Hotel

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, (741 reviews)
"Great location and really nice hotel "
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is RM715
RM831 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Southern Sun Newlands

Southern Sun Newlands
4.0 star property
16.1 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (93 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. Rooms and gener"
Canada
Craig
The price is RM439
RM510 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Southern Sun Newlands

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, (127 reviews)
"Lovely night away! The service was great and we were upgraded as we’ve stayed here a few years ago. "
South Africa
Carla
The price is RM2,385
RM2,743 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

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
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

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, (1,006 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay in this hotel after a long flight. "
Canada
Martelle
The price is RM730
RM848 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

The Westin Cape Town

The Westin Cape Town
5.0 star property
City Bowl, 22.8 km from St. James
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (886 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in central location, coupled with fabulous service."
United Kingdom
Rebecca
The price is RM1,580
RM1,835 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
The Westin Cape Town

DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside
4.0 star property
20.5 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (413 reviews)
"Staff was amazing, room was very spacious but lacked amenities like blowdryer. Location of the hotel was perfect for everything we wanted to do (we were in the pick up radius for many tours). Would stay there again"
United States
Eduarda
The price is RM290
RM333 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

Queen Victoria Hotel & Manor House by NEWMARK

Queen Victoria Hotel & Manor House by NEWMARK
5.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 24 km from St. James
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Great breakfast, safe parking, beautiful room, shops nearby, great staff. Safe to walk to the waterfront "
United Kingdom
Maeve
The price is RM1,898
RM2,183 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Queen Victoria Hotel & Manor House by NEWMARK

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Gardens, 21.3 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Accommodating staff, excellent location, and luxurious rooms."
United States
Milad
The price is RM3,338
RM3,926 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore

Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 22.5 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (994 reviews)
"Great overall hotel"
United States
Kevin
The price is RM517
RM601 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore

The Trade Boutique Hotel

The Trade Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
22.3 km from St. James
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"As a single female the location, accommodations and service really made the trip enjoyable. Thank you to all the staff! they were all wonderful, friendly and helpful!"
Canada
Melani
The price is RM387
RM445 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
The Trade Boutique Hotel

Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel

Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel
5.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 23.6 km from St. James
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Outstanding property, location, team, everything "
United States
Roberto
The price is RM4,704
RM5,464 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel
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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 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 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.