St. James Travel Guide
Cape Town
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in St. James
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Old style hotel that’s needs upgrading in the rooms. VERY small room - tripping over our suitcases as no where to put them. Tiny bathroom. Water pressure ok not great. No fridge, but ice machine downstairs . Front desk staff very professional.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
Overall, I was underwhelmed by my stay at this hotel, which is unfortunate because if not for my bad experiences with staff, I would stay here again. The cons: The staff at this hotel discriminates against their guest according to skin color. This is said not on the basis of 1 experience but several. ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
They provide free shuttle to go waterfront, so we enjoy shopping and having a fun.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
The room was spacious and high-end and the meals served in the restaurant were lovely whilst also being rather cheap. I would stay again. :)
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Commodore Hotel
Taj Cape Town
Gym was okay, room Service was very good
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. James
Simon's Town
Seaside views and waterfront views are highlights of Simon's Town. Make a stop by Boulders Beach or Table Mountain National Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Simonstown Station to get around town.
Constantia
Unique features of Constantia include the wineries and gardens. Make a stop by Groot Constantia Winery or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the area.
Hout Bay
Seafood restaurants, seaside views and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hout Bay. Make a stop by Llandudno Beach or Hout Bay Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Bakoven
Bakoven is popular for its beautiful seaside views, and you might make a stop by Table Mountain National Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Camps Bay
The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park 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.
