Lakeside Travel Guide
Cape Town
Popular places to visit
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
One of the world’s oldest mountains creates an iconic backdrop to the Cape Town skyline. Climb to the summit for breathtaking views of the surrounding coast.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Cape Town Stadium
Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.
Boulders Beach
Get a privileged close-up view of an African penguin colony among the spectacular rock formations at this beach that also offers excellent swimming conditions.
Things to do
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket
1- Hour Catamaran Cruise Cape Town
Ultimate Jeep 4x4 sandboarding tours cape town Atlantis Dunes
Cape Town Private Walking Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Lakeside
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
For a 1 star hotel , the service is better than a lot of 3 stars The staff at front desk is amazing and very helpful We stayed with my whole family and my mom had her flight cancelled and had to stay at the hotel by herself not speaking the language I left all instructions at the hotel and they followed ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
We found everything well organised staff were super friendly the use of being able to leave luggage was also a benefit. There is nothing that I could think of that was not catered also accessibility of the waterfront
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
The staff were responsive and courteous.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Sky Cape Town
A lovely hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast is fantastic with great views of Lions Head and the pool deck views are great too!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Staff was curious and room was clean.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
Constantia
Unique features of Constantia include the wineries and gardens. Make a stop by Groot Constantia Winery or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the area.
Hout Bay
Seafood restaurants, seaside views and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hout Bay. Make a stop by Llandudno Beach or Hout Bay Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Simon's Town
Seaside views and waterfront views are highlights of Simon's Town. Make a stop by Boulders Beach or Table Mountain National Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Simonstown Station to get around town.
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.
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.
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.
