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Our top choices for St. James hotels

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
St James Guesthouses

St James Guesthouses

St James Guesthouses
5.0 star property
St. James
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Allen and the other staff were great! It is a 1880 Mansion with 8 guest rooms and impeccably restored/maintained filled with antiques, just very relaxing. I would highly recommend for its charm, location and staff. Satori Restaurant 5-10min walk down street is Amazing food and service (ask for Shantell). Highly recommend!"
United States
Brett
The price is NZ$580
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
St James Guesthouses
32-inch TV with satellite channels
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro

Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro

Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (166)
"Great reception and hosts while on site. Quiet comfortable rooms.perfect relaci g atmosphere. Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful."
Canada
patrick
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro
Front of property
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
3.0 star property
20.9 km from St. James
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1040)
"Clean room, great staff"
United Kingdom
Simbarashe Tawana
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Exterior detail
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
4.0 star property
20.5 km from St. James
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Excellent hotel great shuttle to airport and back very friendly staff"
United States
Ria
The price is NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Lobby
The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel
4.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 24 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (916)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, location is great for the waterfront "
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Commodore Hotel
Restaurant
ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Foreshore

ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Foreshore

ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Foreshore
3.5 star property
Foreshore, 22.5 km from St. James
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (205)
"Friendly staff and clean room"
United States
Ethel
ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Foreshore
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
3.5 star property
23.7 km from St. James
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (729)
"Great location and really nice hotel "
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is NZ$327
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
4.0 star property
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, 23.2 km from St. James
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (653)
"Clean room, great breakfast and convenient with shuttle to town as well as airport pickup. "
Malaysia
Intan Natasha
The price is NZ$393
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Garden Court Victoria Junction

Garden Court Victoria Junction

Garden Court Victoria Junction
4.0 star property
De Waterkant, 23.3 km from St. James
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (513)
"I enjoyed everything about the Hotel especially the staff, very friendly and professional people."
United States
Lavern
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Garden Court Victoria Junction
Meeting facility
Hotel Sky Cape Town

Hotel Sky Cape Town

Hotel Sky Cape Town
3.5 star property
City Bowl, 22.8 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (336)
"This property was a nice location to stay."
Canada
Peter
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Sky Cape Town
Executive Suite | Terrace/patio
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
4.0 star property
City Bowl, 22.2 km from St. James
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (182)
"Great buffet breakfast and friendly stuff"
United States
Kundai Denise
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
Bar (on property)
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
3.0 star property
22 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (630)
"courteous helpful staff , rooms clean, breakfast great meals. "
United States
cheryl
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
Meeting facility
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
3.0 star property
Green Point, 23.9 km from St. James
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (782)
"staff were friendly and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Its a 10 min walk from the waterfront which is so very convenient."
United States
Lauren
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
4-Bed Family Studio (Sea View)
Mojo Hotel

Mojo Hotel

Mojo Hotel
3.0 star property
Sea Point, 23.2 km from St. James
7.8 out of 10, Good, (224)
"Cool place and an awesome location"
Australia
Gabriel
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
Mojo Hotel
Exterior
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside

DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside
4.0 star property
20.5 km from St. James
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (412)
"Staff was amazing, room was very spacious but lacked amenities like blowdryer. Location of the hotel was perfect for everything we wanted to do (we were in the pick up radius for many tours). Would stay there again"
United States
Eduarda
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside
Restaurant
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
3.5 star property
City Bowl, 23 km from St. James
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (307)
"Excellent stay. "
United States
Lilantha
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
Terrace/patio
Head South Lodge

Head South Lodge

Head South Lodge
4.0 star property
24.1 km from St. James
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (133)
"Everyone was friendly and hospitable. Great breakfast."
Canada
Kenneth
Head South Lodge
Terrace/patio
Premier Hotel Cape Town

Premier Hotel Cape Town

Premier Hotel Cape Town
4.0 star property
Sea Point, 23.8 km from St. James
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (317)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and kind. Good location bn Mojo Market area and waterfront. Loved the sound of waves"
United States
Mary
Premier Hotel Cape Town
Indoor pool
Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl

Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl

Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl
3.5 star property
City Bowl, 22.5 km from St. James
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (220)
"Beautiful decor; clean room; friendly front desk staff"
United States
Enid
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Pullman Cape Town City Centre

Pullman Cape Town City Centre

Pullman Cape Town City Centre
4.5 star property
City Bowl, 22.5 km from St. James
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (284)
"The staff was great."
United States
Steven
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Pullman Cape Town City Centre
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Our guide on where to stay in St. James

Find the best St. James areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about St. James
Learn more about St. James
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront featuring a marina

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Indulge in some retail therapy, learn about South Africa’s history or just kick back and enjoy the spectacular views from Cape Town’s historic waterfront.

Camps Bay showing mountains, general coastal views and a coastal town
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Camps Bay

Sublime mountain scenery and a lovely beach make this stylish neighbourhood one of Cape Town’s favourite seaside destinations .

Sea Point

Sea Point

Bring the kids to the playgrounds and cafés in this dynamic, rejuvenated coastal area in the shadow of a mossy mountain.

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.

Cape Town Stadium featuring a sunset and a city

Green Point

Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Top St. James Hotel Reviews

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent "
Roger 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

Frequently asked questions

What is St. James like?
St. James is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants. Make sure that you visit Table Mountain National Park and Danger Beach as part of your St. James travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in St. James?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, St James Guesthouses is the highest ranked property in St. James. This guest house offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Another top choice in the area is Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the St. James area?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options in St. James to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cape Town area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in St. James, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in St. James.
What is there to do in this Cape Town neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of St. James with a visit to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Danger Beach and Save Our Seas Shark Education Centre are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around St. James include St. James Beach, Kalk Bay Theatre and Rhodes Cottage Museum. While you're out sightseeing, Kalk Bay Beach and Kalk Bay Harbour are a couple of additional sights to visit in Cape Town.
How can I get around St. James and the greater Cape Town area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? St. James Station is the closest metro station.