Gordon's Bay Travel Guide

Cape Town

Gordon's Bay
Gordon's Bay
Gordon's Bay
Gordon's Bay
Gordon's Bay

Visit this serene oceanfront town in the Western Cape area. Here you’ll find some of South Africa’s best beaches, scenic coastal drives and wildlife.

Gordons Bay is a coastal town known for stunning natural beauty, water activities and animals. Relax on sandy beaches or explore the bay’s old village and its two harbors. Take a thrilling cage dive to see a great white shark. Watch African penguins at Stony Point in Bettys Bay.

Framed by the backdrop of Helderberg Mountain, Gordons Bay is a serene oceanfront town. Experience the hot dry summers and cool winters. Visit the Gordons Bay Yacht Club in the old harbour. Rent a bicycle and explore the bayfront or appreciate this charming town on foot.

Play volleyball on Bikini Beach or simply relax on the sand. Swim in the pristine water and learn to surf. Bikini Beach is a certified Blue Flag Beach, indicating high levels of safety, water quality and cleanliness. Visit this family-friendly beach for some of the Western Cape’s finest outdoor activities.

Take scuba diving training from a professional instructor and visit the region’s top dive spots. Explore the reefs of False Bay and Cape Peninsula. Book a shark viewing tour and see the fearsome great white shark. Take a tour from Gordons Bay to Seal Island in False Bay where these predators are most active. Watch playful seals too.

Experience stunning scenic coastline between Gordons Bay and Rooi-Els. Clarence Drive stretches over 14 miles (22 kilometres) and is known for its breathtaking views of the pristine Cape coastline. Visit the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden just east of Bettys Bay. This beautiful garden features a 25-acre (10-hectare) cultivated fynbos garden and about 60 species of birds, including the Cape sugarbird.

Gordons Bay is located on the northeastern shoreline of False Bay, about 35 miles (60 kilometres) from Cape Town. With a range of luxury apartments, guesthouses and beach lodges, you’ll have no problem relaxing in this coastal paradise.

Treat yourself to a memorable dining experience at the old harbour or along the oceanfront and discover some of Gordons Bay’s finest restaurants.


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Things to do


Top hotels in Gordon's Bay

Krystal Beach Hotel

Krystal Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Breakwater Lane, Harbour Island Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ฿2,763 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
฿2,763
฿3,209 total
19 Jun - 20 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Krystal Beach Hotel
185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments

185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments

4 out of 5
185 Beach Road Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ฿4,218 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿4,218
฿4,851 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Staff really looked after me. Views fabulous. Location excellent. Will be back."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

185 on Beach Boutique Suites and Apartments
Helderberg Guesthouse

Helderberg Guesthouse

3.5 out of 5
48 Mountainside Boulevard Cape Town Western Cape
Fully refundable
The price is ฿1,651 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
฿1,651
฿1,651 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Blue Rock Adventure Park ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (17 reviews)
"The whole building was very clean, and the staff extremely courteous. My room was very large with a kitchenette and en suit bathroom with a good shower room."

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Helderberg Guesthouse
Zaria Sun Family

Zaria Sun Family

5 out of 5
12 Chapman Avenue, Cape Town Western Cape
Stay at this luxury apartment in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"This place was impeccably clean and offered breathtaking views of the ocean, Table Mountain, and the entire city. The décor is bold, stylish, and truly unique, adding to the overall experience. The staff were exceptionally polite, warm, and welcoming throughout our stay. I would absolutely stay here ..."

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Zaria Sun Family
Manor on the Bay

Manor on the Bay

4 out of 5
117 Beach Rd Gordons Bay Cape Town Western Cape
Stay at this beach guesthouse in Cape Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Great hosts and location and views are fantastic. Breakfast is great. Easy to find and get around, local resturants walking distance from Manor"

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Manor on the Bay
Blue Horizon Guest House

Blue Horizon Guest House

4 out of 5
56 Boundary Road, Gordons Bay Cape Town Western Cape
The price is ฿3,643 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
฿3,643
฿3,643 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Very nice property. Karen was so nice and helpful and so were the cleaning staff. The views of the bay are amazing! I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Blue Horizon Guest House
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Where to stay in Gordon's Bay

Find the best Gordon's Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Two Oceans Aquarium or Cape Town Diamond Museum might round out your trip.

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.

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 Houses of Parliament, 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.



Gordon's Bay Travel Guide