Our stay at this hotel was nothing short of incredible. From the moment we arrived, we felt like we had entered a nature oasis. The property is stunning—lush, peaceful, and meticulously maintained. Our room was hands down the best we've ever stayed in. We were blown away by the space, comfort, and luxury—it had everything we could have asked for and more. A private pool, a hot tub, front and back porches, and even a cozy fireplace made it feel like our own personal retreat. The service was outstanding, and the staff went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Breakfast was a highlight, with a delicious spread that included fresh-squeezed orange juice and stunning views of the ocean—what a way to start the day! The hotel itself is beautiful, with incredible attention to detail in every corner. Whether it was the design, the decor, or the small touches that made everything feel extra special, we couldn’t have asked for a better place to relax and recharge. We can’t recommend this hotel enough. It’s a true hidden gem, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit!

Beautiful property less than 5 minutes walk from the beach at Camps Bay. It is just out of the noisy central Camps Bay area so is a perfect place to relax. If you want bars and restaurants you can be there with a 10 minute walk. The main historic house has lovely wood panelled rooms and a outdoor bar area looking over the bay. The rooms are spread across several villas throughout the green tree lined grounds accessible across a rope bridge. The staff were very attentive and could not do enough to help us. Breakfasts were excellent and we ate in the restaurant one night and the Malay food was amazing. There are also spa facilities and a padel court. A fabulous experience.

We would have liked the rooms to have been together but they were busy later in the week. Our kids loved the villas which were very clean and modern with their own small pools.

We loved the homely feel of the main hotel, log fires and zebra skins. The staff were so kind and helpful. The spa treatments lovely and very relaxing. Walking round the grounds was a joy - hidden gems of pools and swings for adults to play on.

Being winter in capetown I think the dining room could do with an upgrade. The menu for dinner wasn’t very inspiring, but we were so tired that it didn’t matter. We had such a lovely suite - we should have ordered room service. There are glass bottles for the shower products. That is really commendable from a sustainability perspective, it really dangerous when they slip out of your hands and smash around your feet….

I don’t really want to write this review. I don’t really want to give it 5 stars. Mainly because I want to keep my little secret. I didn’t want to leave this morning. We had a little glitch on checking in but the manager Petrus made good with dinner later. Narnia nestled in Camps Bay. Hidden from view to the extent we often pass this area by car or on foot and never knew about this amazing place It combines old world charm, elegance and a garden to get lost in. It’s built in a ravine with a small river of water cascading into a waterfall and a nature pool. It looks like a place that only royalty frequented in the 30’s and 40’s The property is a private nature reserve and a few neighbouring house have been bought and converted into upmarket rooms There is a spa on site and we made use of the brand new spa pods with hot tub experience - sublime From Andrew welcoming at the door, Benson and Sizwe the waiters, Shafeeka the housekeeping manager and Petrus the manager - everyone was amazing. Dinner was delicious and breakfast sumptuous- those croissants…..phew. The breeze free view over the gardens and the ocean added to the ambience A padel court has been added and marked routes for short hikes will get the pulse rate going I wonder who has stayed there before…… well now our names can be added to that illustrious list

We were completely shocked by how beautiful and relaxing this property was, especially given some of the reviews. We expect the guest experience may depend partly on where you stay - we had a room in the main house (Junior Suite with Sea View). This was probably the biggest and most breathtaking hotel room I have ever stayed in. The view was incredible and the room had an enormous bathroom, dressing area, two seating areas and three balconies. We were blown away. The gardens of the property are gorgeous and there is a lot to take in even just being there. Staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfast delicious and very generous. Free tea and scone between 4 and 5pm was a nice addition. There was an adorable and friendly dog on the property. It was an extremely memorable stay and we would certainly love to return. We would not stay anywhere else in Camps Bay if we visited again.

It is a little way back from the front. This was fine for us and meant it was much quieter and more relaxing, but just something to bear in mind.

The lobby and restaurant offer a magical view that truly enhances the experience. Staying here feels like residing in a beautiful old castle, where every detail reflects charm and elegance. It’s a wonderful escape that combines luxury with a touch of history. Highly recommended!

The accommodation is very nice, but there is a need for a deeper cleaning. The bathrooms had significant limescale buildup, and the grout requires attention. Given that this is a premium property with a premium price, we expect a higher standard of cleanliness.

The hotel and room #1 we stayed in was exceptional. The accommodations, the views and the grounds were incredible and charming. We actually extended our stay to come back and enjoy this hotel on our second leg of our travels.

Restaurant service could be a bit faster, sometimes it felt like we had to go to the bar to get service, but it was always nice and friendly.

The accommodation was exceptional. The layout of the room, the privacy and the view was amazing. I loved the complimentary mini bar snacks and the complimentary scones and tea/coffee at 16h00. The staff were super helpful and prompt. The what's app group made any request easier. The manor itself was breathtaking, from the decor to all the fire places. And lastly the grounds were splendid. It was like being in another country, the waterfall and mountain pools was so unexpected but such a treat. There were olive trees and blue berry bushes along the walk ways...

That I could find the switch for the outside light or that the outside lights did not come on... Made it difficult to move around on the balcony at night. Also the mattress in my room was too hard for my liking. I am accustomed to a more medium firm mattress.

The best hotel stay ever! We loved our stay, we had friends at The Bay. The Retreat is far more authentic, traditional and gorgeous. A very special location a short walk away from the hustle and bustle of the main drag. The room was incredible - up in the tree canopy! The food, drinks and service were off the scale - I’d rate this as an 11 if I could!

All absolutely fantastic!

The room was so beautiful with a conservatory overlooking the sea. The children's room was also gorgeous, very modern and well appointed. Given, on the front desk was amazing, so friendly, engaging and really made our holiday by suggesting the hottub in the jungle in the evening, showing the boys the swing and arranging an early takeaway breakfast for us. Great location for the hotel too. An easy walk through the garden to camps bay, but yet so quiet with its own little jungle attached. Free padel on certain days also a nice bonus. Thanks all, we had a great stay.