Melkbosstrand Travel Guide
Cape Town
Visit Melkbosstrand
Popular places to visit
Table Mountain
One of the world’s oldest mountains creates an iconic backdrop to the Cape Town skyline. Climb to the summit for breathtaking views of the surrounding coast.
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.
Boulders Beach
Get a privileged close-up view of an African penguin colony among the spectacular rock formations at this beach that also offers excellent swimming conditions.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
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.
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.
Things to do
Half-Day Tour to Robben Island with Reserved Tickets.
Cape Town: Robben Island tour, Tickets and Hotel Pickup included
Half Day Experience in Robben Island Museum From Cape Town
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets.
Top hotels in Melkbosstrand
Taj Cape Town
Excellent staff. Very friendly. Very warm. The balcony door didn’t lock and the chain lock on main door was missing. One of the drawers in the bathroom was also off its track.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Very clean Friendly staff Ample parking Dinner was excellent Booked our next stay
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Great location easy to go arround, clean and feel safe
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Nice place to stay in a great location to explore the city. Clean comfortable room, friendly helpful staff, and an amazing breakfast. Ask for a Mountain View room otherwise you’ll be looking at the ship yard.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
One&Only Cape Town
Spa booking done for 2 x persons, were given time of 16.50pm which I thought as weird time, so went to Spa to confirm to find that booking was done for 16.15 but only for 1 x persons. If I haden,t hone past to check, we woulden,t had the booking. Staff in experienced I guess. Hotel water drains need ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Melkbosstrand
Bloubergstrand
Unique features of Bloubergstrand include the mountain views and seaside views. Make a stop by Bloubergstrand Beach or Dolphin Beach while you're exploring the area.
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.
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 The Watershed might round out your trip.
Green Point
Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Sea Point
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Queens Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.
