St James Guest Houses - Kalk Bay

$$$$||View on mapKalk Bay, South Africa108 Main Road, Kalk Bay, South Africa|
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St James Guest Houses - Kalk Bay
108 Main Road, Kalk Bay, South Africa·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Comfort9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Staff9.7
Facilities9.6
Location9.3
Who stays here
Couples64%
Solo17%
Families10%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Comfort9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Staff9.7
Facilities9.6
Location9.3
Who stays here
Couples64%
Solo17%
Families10%
Groups9%

Historic guesthouse with six sea-facing suites on False Bay's coastline

Accommodations

St James Guest Houses offers six sea-facing en-suite bedrooms, each individually decorated with its own character. The rooms feature air-conditioning, balconies, and private pools, along with bathrobes and flat-screen TVs. Guests have access to a well-equipped kitchen and laundry facilities for added convenience.

On-Site Amenities

The property has a year-round outdoor swimming pool, a tanning deck with sun loungers and umbrellas, and a garden with an outdoor fireplace. Sun terrace and outdoor furniture are available, along with pool towels for guest use. Beachfront access is directly from the guesthouse, with Danger Beach just a few steps away.

Services & Concierge

St James Guest Houses provides a concierge service, a tour desk, and private check-in/check-out for a seamless stay. The staff can arrange spa treatments and personalized tours, as well as car hire and shuttle service. Luggage storage, safety deposit boxes, and 24-hour security with CCTV are also in place.

Location & Attractions

The guesthouse sits on the historic 'millionaire's mile' in Kalk Bay, offering land-based whale watching from the property during season. Kalk Bay Harbour, antique shops, boutiques, and art galleries are within a 5-minute walk. Chapman's Peak and Two Oceans Restaurant at Cape Point are nearby attractions, with Cape Town International Airport 35 km away.

Dining & Culinary

Breakfast at St James Guest Houses includes cooked-to-order options with fresh fruit, juices, and pastries. The bar offers wine, champagne, and an honesty bar system where guests note drinks for later billing. Bespoke dining guides help guests discover nearby cafés and restaurants, and special diet menus are available on request.

  • Location: 5-minute walk from St James beach and Kalk Bay village
  • Rooms: 6 individually decorated sea-facing en-suite bedrooms
  • Services: Concierge, tour desk, and spa treatment arrangements
  • Dining: Breakfast with cooked-to-order options and honesty bar
  • Activities: Land-based whale watching and access to nearby galleries and antique shops
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-21:00
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Zulu
Building
Number of rooms:13
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Rooms and availability

Standard Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Double bed
Deluxe Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about St James Guest Houses

💵 Lowest room price 271 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport 32.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cape Town International, CPT

Location

108 Main Road, Kalk Bay, South Africa
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108 Main Road, Kalk Bay, South Africa
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108 Main Road, Kalk Bay, South Africa
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Beach
St James Beach
570 m
Church
St James Catholic Church
570 m
Beach
Dangers Beach
570 m
Restaurant
Dalebrook Cafe
330 m
Restaurant
Octopus Garden
470 m
Restaurant
Folk Cafe St. James
480 m
Restaurant
Brass Bell
690 m
Restaurant
Ohana
580 m
Restaurant
Satori
650 m
Restaurant
Sirocco
650 m
Restaurant
Lekker Kalk Bay
720 m

Reviews of St James Guest Houses

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