Maitland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Climb to the summit of this spectacular mountain and you'll be rewarded with sweeping views of Cape Town and the stunning surrounds of Table Bay.
Boulders Beach
Discover pristine sandy beaches, unique rock formations and an endangered African penguin colony – just 40 kilometres south of Cape Town.
Cape Town International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cape Town International Convention Centre during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
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.
Activities
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town
WILDX 60min Atlantis Dunes Cape Town QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE + PHOTO
Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets.
Our pick of the best Maitland Hotel Deals
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
Location was good, Clean room and great staff.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Excellent staff and hotel. The gardens are an oasis. Had a great stay.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 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 12 Feb 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Taj Cape Town
AMAZING CUSTOMER SERVICE. The staff here are OUTSTANDING (Tariq at concierge, Margaret at the front desk and Franck at Mint restaurant) They always go above and beyond to make our stay amazing. Second time here and already planning for our 3rd trip.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maitland
Century City
Unique features of Century City include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Canal Walk Shopping Centre or Intaka Island Bird Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.
Foreshore
If you're spending some time in Foreshore, Castle of Good Hope and Greenmarket Square are top sights worth seeing.
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 Castle of Good Hope, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
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 Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Kloof Street while you're exploring the area.
