Observatory Travel Guide
Cape Town
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Popular places to visit
Camps Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Camps Bay Beach during your travels in Cape Town? Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Table Mountain
Explore the great outdoors at Table Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Cape Town. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.
Clifton Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Clifton Bay Beach during your travels in Cape Town? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its spas.
Long Street
During your trip to Cape Town, you can do some window-shopping at Long Street. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Cape Town Stadium
Catch an event at Cape Town Stadium during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Boulders Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Boulders Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cape Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Top hotels in Observatory
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
For a 1 star hotel , the service is better than a lot of 3 stars The staff at front desk is amazing and very helpful We stayed with my whole family and my mom had her flight cancelled and had to stay at the hotel by herself not speaking the language I left all instructions at the hotel and they followed ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
We found everything well organised staff were super friendly the use of being able to leave luggage was also a benefit. There is nothing that I could think of that was not catered also accessibility of the waterfront
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Great staff, clean rooms, excellent buffet
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
The staff were responsive and courteous.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Sky Cape Town
A lovely hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast is fantastic with great views of Lions Head and the pool deck views are great too!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Staff was curious and room was clean.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Observatory
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 District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
