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Let the sound of the waves lapping against the shoreline be your first waking sound. Nestled at the foot of the picturesque Chapmans Peak Drive overlooking the beach lies, the 117 year-old Chapmans Peak Hotel, family run since 1977. Situated 20km from Cape Town, along the Atlantic Seaboard.
Accommodation
The hotel has currently 10 charming original rooms. Four of our ten light and airy, well-appointed guest rooms have sea-facing vistas across the Hout Bay Harbour to the Sentinel Mountain. In refurbishing the rooms we retained the unique charm of a bygone era but added modern touches to add comfort and style for your stay. The interior decor lends itself to a warm, calming and relaxed ambience.
In 2009 the hotel introduced 22 luxurious new rooms and two magnificent penthouse suites, which will be a mere stone throw from the beach. These new spacious rooms will have spectacular views of Hout Bay beach and surrounding mountains. Hout Bay is widely regarded as the most picturesque bay in South Africa. The sound of the sea lapping the shore will ensure total tranquillity and relaxation.
The rooms feature flat-screen television sets with satellite TV, high-speed internet access, air-conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, mini bar facility, safe, telephone, shaving plugs and hair dryer, international plugs etc.
Room Descriptions
Sea View
Deluxe & spacious modern rooms with balconies overlooking Hout Bay beach. En-suite bathrooms with stunning views, with separate bath and shower, and self-contained WC.
Penthouse Sea View
Ultimate luxury, space on a grand scale and spectacular views. Large (60m2) balcony set amongst milkwoods, with private private splash pool & outdoor shower. Bedroom with fireplace, expansive open-plan bathroom, separate WC. Lounge with fireplace, kitchenette & bar, business facility and guest toilet. Ideal for honeymoon, intimate getaway or exclusive business travel.
Mountain View
Superior rooms with balconies within touching distance of indigenous forest. Shower in bath and self-contained WC.
Original Sea View and Courtyard
Charming en-suite rooms located in original historical building.
FACILITIES AT THE NEW CHAPMANS PEAK HOTEL
22 luxurious new suites, 14 with stunning sea views
2 penthouse suites, elegant, exclusive and spacious
10 original rooms in historical building
Swimming pool
Undercover parking and comprehensive security
High-speed internet and business centre
Three conference rooms and banqueting facilities
Restaurant and popular al-fresco terrace
Cocktail bar and lounge
Dining
The restaurant is a local institution, renowned worldwide for the best calamari in Cape Town, with a popular sun-drenched terrace overlooking the bay and mountains. Calamari at the Chapmans Peak was voted as "one of top 20 things to do in Cape Town". The contemporary and modern new rooms adjoining the charming historical building combine to create a unique luxurious boutique hotel by the sea.
Conferences
Situated at the foot of the stunning Chapmans Peak Drive, a stones throw from Hout Bay beach, this fabulous location and new, stylish facilities is quickly developing a reputation for delivering the perfect conference cocktail.
We strive for balance, for Yin and Yang, where the professionalism of the facility is offset by the tranquillity of nature close by. This setting is conducive to creativity, enhances productivity and ensures a successful conference. We promote work and play, activity and rest, formality and fun!
CONFERENCE FACILITIES
Meeting Room (typical conference size 20-40 people, can seat 80 max)
Breakaway Rooms (1 x 16 seater or 2 x 8 seater)
Suitable for
Senior citizens
Single travellers
Business travellers
Gay friendly
Attractions & Activities
Hout Bay is one of the most beautiful and popular places on the Cape Peninsula and a highlight of any visit to Cape Town. Hout Bay is the centre of the crayfish and snoek fishing industry, and its fishing harbour gives the little coastal town a lively atmosphere. But today, its main economic contributor is tourism. After all, the attractions of this beautiful situated place are numerous. Other than hiking, sailing, surfing, kayaking, fishing, cycling, having a picnic or sun tanning at the beach, there is not much one cant do in Hout Bay. Hout Bay - a tranquil setting - away from the city and yet within short distance (max 25km) all major tourist attractions.
Things to see and do in the area
Seal Island Cruises 5 minute drive
Hout Bay Harbour 5 minute drive
World of birds 5 minute drive
Chapmans Peak Drive from hotel
Township Tours 5 minute drive
Fishing Charter 5 minute drive
Horse Riding 2 minute drive
Watersports 5 minute drive
Hiking from site
Cycling / Mountain Biking from site
Local Restaurants & Shops local (walking distance)
Art Galleries Local (Walking distance)
V&A Waterfront - 30 minute drive
Cape Point Nature Reserve 30 minute drive
Table Mountain 20 minute drive
Constantia Wine Route 15 minute drive
Kirstenbosch National Gardens & Sunset Concerts 15 minute drive |
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DIRECTIONS:
From Cape Town International Airport
Exit the airport following the signs for Cape Town N2 (Kaapstad) .Take the freeway towards Muizenberg (M3) past the University of Cape Town. At first set of traffic lights, turn right towards Hout Bay (Kirstenbosch direction). Pass Kirstenbosch main entrance. At T junction, turn right and follow the road until traffic circle and see Constantia Nek directions.
From Northern Suburbs/Winelands (N1)
Take the N1 towards town and take the Muizenberg (M5) turnoff (first turnoff on LHS after Century City). Upon crossing the N2, take the LHS turnoff onto N2, following signs to Cape Town city. Go under Main Road bridge and follow signs to Muizenberg. See directions from Rondebosch. Allow 30 min from Bellville.
From Somerset West/Winelands (N2)
Take the N2 towards Cape Town city. Go under M5 and Main Road bridges and follow signs to Muizenberg. See directions from Rondebosch. Allow 40 min from Somerset West.
From Rondebosch/Newlands
Take the freeway towards Muizenberg past University of Cape Town. At first set of traffic lights, turn right towards Hout Bay (Kirstenbosch direction). Pass Kirstenbosch main entrance. At T junction, turn right and follow the road until traffic circle and see Constantia Nek directions.
From Muizenberg (via Chapmans Peak Drive, due to open Q4 2003)
Follow Ou Kaapse Weg over the Silvermine mountain. At the bottom turn right into Noordhoek and continue until a Stop sign. Turn right onto Chapmans Peak Drive and continue until Hout Bay. The Chapman's Restaurant is located on RHS at the bottom of the drive as you enter Hout Bay.
From Muizenberg (via Constantia Nek)
Take the freeway back to town. Take the Hout Bay/Ladies Mile turnoff. Continue through first set of traffic lights and turn left at second set of traffic lights. See Constantia directions.
From Constantia
Take the Main Road up to Constantia Nek and see Constantia Nek directions.
From Constantia Nek Circle
Take the right fork down into Hout Bay. Continue through 2 traffic circles on Hout Bay Main Road. The restaurant is located on the LHS as the road begins to climb out of Hout Bay, opposite the beach.
From Cape Town (via coastal road)
Take Kloof Nek Road as if going up to the cable car. Continue on the primary road down into Camps Bay until reaching a Stop/Yield sign. Turn left into Houghton Road which leads down to Main/Victoria (coastal) Road. Turn left into Main/Victoria (coastal) Road and head towards Hout Bay. On descending into Hout Bay, go through the traffic lights (do not turn left here) and continue past the shops heading towards the harbour. On approaching the sea, turn left into Princess Avenue (follow signs to Chapmans Peak viewpoint). At the traffic circle, turn right into the Main Road and continue for another km. The restaurant is located on the LHS as the road begins to climb out of Hout Bay, opposite the beach. If you have turned left at traffic light, turn right at first traffic circle and remain on Main Road passing second traffic circle, and follow instructions above.
From Cape Town (via university)
Take the N2/Eastern Blvd or Rhodes Drive out of Cape Town. Upon passing the large hospital keep right to Muizenberg. See Rondebcosh directions.
From Sea Point
Follow coastal road (promenade) towards Clifton. The road will curve away from sea, pass a traffic circle and turn right towards Clifton. Remain on this road, passing through Camps Bay, until you are on the coastal road. Follow directions above from Cape Town.
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