Clifton
Cape Town
Popular places to visit
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Clifton 2nd Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clifton 2nd Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its spas.
Clifton 1st Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clifton 1st Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas while you're in the area.
Camps Bay Beach
See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.
Table Mountain
The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.
Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
Things to do
Half-Day Tour to Robben Island with Reserved Tickets.
Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Optional Cruise
Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel
Top hotels in Clifton
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
The staff at Road lodge - especially front desk and breakfast are friendly, extremely competent and welcoming. I couldn’t recommend this team enough. Every trip is the same. Modest hotel but always clean- the staff makes it!
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
I loved the room! The staff were always polite, courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
First let me say, the staff here are lovely and very professional, however this hotel is far from a 4 star. I checked in and found ROACHES (several) in by bathroom, and the AC was not working in several of the rooms I was moved to. I had to change rooms 3x before finding one acceptable. Room service ...
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Great staff, comfy bed and beautiful garden
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Taj Cape Town
Absolutely wonderful
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
The Commodore Hotel
Very nice, the room was clean and staff was curious.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton
Fresnaye
Unique features of Fresnaye include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Table Mountain National Park or Cape Floral Region Protected Areas while you're exploring the area.
Camps Bay
The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.
Sea Point
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Pavillion might round out your trip.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens, and bars are some highlights of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
Bakoven
Bakoven is popular for its beautiful seaside views, and you might make a stop by Table Mountain National Park, a top place to visit in the area.
