Fresnaye, Atlantic Seaboard
Set on the slopes of Lion’s Head, between Sea Point and Bantry Bay, Fresnaye is one of the cities' most fashionable residential areas and offers some of the finest holiday accommodation in Cape Town.
Fresnaye's choice position on the mountain, the fact that it is sheltered from the notorious south-easterly and its easy access to Cape Town has produced some of the most expensive real estate along the Atlantic Seaboard. The streets here, as the suburb’s name indicates, are named after places in France and the magnificent views take in sweeping vistas of the Atlantic, Table Bay and Robben Island.
The suburb gives one easy access to the various museums, galleries and alleyways of the city centre and is just minutes from the V&A Waterfront.
The trendy Atlantic beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton are literally just up the road, within walking distance, and hanging out on one of Clifton’s four beaches, separated by granite boulders, or the long palm-lined stretch of sand that has made Camps Bay so popular amongst the jet set crowd, is a major draw card to the area.
Sunsets on this part of the peninsula are legendary and Fresnaye is no exception, particularly because of its situation on the slopes of a mountain. Fresnaye is close to Sea Point’s Main Road with an eclectic offering of shops, bars, clubs and restaurants that give it its own cosmopolitan flavour and Sea Point’s promenade is popular with locals, walkers, joggers and the pram brigade.
Interested in a Beach Stay?
See our article on the Best Beach Houses in South Africa. You might find your dream vaycay here!
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Maartens Guesthouse
Maartens Guesthouse is situated in the luxurious residential area of Fresnaye, between Camps Bay and the City Bowl, on the slopes of Lions Head. ...
The Walden Suites
The Walden Suites has a timelessly elegant, styled design. The individual spaciously designed rooms, with high ceilings and wooden floors, offer ...
Fresnaye House
Nestled on the slopes of Lion’s Head in the prestigious Fresnaye neighborhood of Cape Town. Boasting breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and...
The Clarendon Fresnaye
The Clarendon Fresnaye offers accommodation that has a rich history having once been owned by the Earl of Clarendon, the Governor of The Cape. Be...
St Patricks 8
This two-bedroom apartment, accommodating up to four guests, features modern aesthetics and a clean, fresh finish throughout its spacious interio...
Sundown Manor
Whether you're in Cape Town visiting our beautiful city or here for business, 4 star guesthouse, Sundown Manor is the perfect location. A friendl...
Barry Hall Apartments
A gracious manor house built at the turn of the century with original fireplaces, wooden floors and finishes. Each self contained apartment is sp...
Villa Infinity
Villa Infinity is a luxurious villa located on one of Cape Town's most exclusive streets, perched at the base of Lions Head; a true Fresnaye gem....
Seacliffe 502
Seacliffe 502 offers self catering accommodation in Bantry Bay on the Atlantic Seaboard. From this marvelous location you are close to the Table ...
Grande Kloof Boutique Hotel
Positioned against the backdrop of Lion's Head, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Grande Kloof Boutique Hotel is the perfect luxury destination off...
Atlantic Cove
Atlantic Cove is a stylish home located in the heart of one of Cape Town's most vibrant, yet safest, neighbourhoods, Fresnaye, part of the world ...
Villa Normandie
Set on the exclusive Atlantic Seaboard in the peaceful area of Fresnaye, Villa Normandie is oriented around family stays. Spaces are cleverly des...
Things to do in the area
Artem Centre
The Artem Centre in cosmopolitan Sea Point on Cape town's Atlantic Seaboard is conveniently situated on Sea Point's Main Road. Once a cinema, the...
The Point Shopping Mall
If you’ve booked your holiday accommodation in Sea Point, you’ve chosen a really vibey, convenient base from which to explore Cape Town. Sea Poin...
Queen's Beach
In addition to loads of holiday apartments and hotels in Sea Point, this area is also home to some lovely beaches. Queen’s Beach is certainly one...
Atlantic Seaboard Helicopter Tour
The Atlantic Seaboard is one of Cape Town's premier tourist spots, thanks to the massive variety of attractions, hotels, apartments, guesthouses,...
Noteworthy attractions
Cape Town Beaches
The Mother City has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and something to offer everyone. It is no surprise that South Africa was one ...
Table Mountain National Park
At the south-western tip of South Africa, the Table Mountain National Park encompasses the incredibly scenic Peninsula mountain chain stretching ...
V&A Waterfront
One of Cape Town's biggest tourist attractions, the Waterfront evokes images of the early activities of the harbour. Much of its charm lies in th...
Table Mountain
Since the first person laid eyes on Table Mountain, it has exerted its powerful and charismatic pull, enchanting and drawing any and all who fall...
Robben Island
For nearly 400 years, Robben Island, 12 kilometres from Cape Town, was a place of banishment, exile, isolation and imprisonment. It was here at R...
Sea Point Promenade
The promenade runs the length of Sea Point’s beachfront, from Bantry Bay to Mouille Point and is a hub of activity, particularly in the early mor...
Metropolitan Golf Club
At Metropolitan Golf Club you enjoy your game in the most centrally situated green belt of Cape Town. Adjacent to the V&A Waterfront (5 minute wa...
Green Point Stadium
During the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ event, the Cape Town Stadium was known as Green Point Stadium. However, it was renamed after the event. It was co...
Signal Hill
Signal Hill, which connects Kloof Nek to Lion’s Head, in the distinctive shape of a lion’s rump, is one of the most famous spots in Cape Town for...
Find accommodation in Fresnaye
FIND / South Africa Accommodation / Western Cape Accommodation / Cape Town Accommodation / Atlantic Seaboard Accommodation / Fresnaye Accommodation