The food was absolutely amazing and well-priced. The venue is breathtaking cant wait to experience this again soon!The staff is extremely helpful and gave us a nice breakdown of the menu even lit the fireplace for us as it was getting a bit cold.Really worthwhile dining experience!
Wow, what a fantastic menu! Very interesting Japanese flavours, simply delicious. Went for a beautiful stroll around the garden. Could easily have spent the whole day there.
Beautiful location, beautiful rooms, a truly wonderful experience. So different from you expect from a luxury retreat. This place is really special. A must visit.
We went to the Japanese restaurant the other night. Outstanding food. Highly recommended, although expect to pay a fair amount.
Tasty food, amazing views
Amazing Asian style tapas and views to match. Perfect date night vibe, AND they are dog friendly if you sit outside
Had a wonderful dinner walk through the garden and cocktail. Very recommended
Hidden gem. The food was excellent Asian Fusion in a tapas (small portion) style. Offers a well considered wine list of favorites and unknowns. Wonderful setting for a lazy lunch or afternoon drinks. Hard to believe you are in the middle of bustling Camps Bay. Interesting gardens and walking paths. Flawless.
Always full of beauty and comfort. Old world charm and grace.
Amazing location the view from the restaurant is just stunning! Watching the sunset from the terrace whiles enjoying a delicious cocktail - unbeatable! The restaurant is nothing less than outstanding! Every single dish was absolutely divine topped by outstanding warm and professional service! Thanks Benson great job!!!
Wonderful!! We have an incredible time. Hidden gem in the middle of CampsBay.
Autumn has never looked this good than how I saw it in South Africa and more precisely at Camps Bay Retreat. We’ve spent 2 nights in this amazing property and it was like tunnel through space and time, where everything had that old school charm. When we first got there it was super sunny and nice, so we took these pictures and then relaxed on the grass having a glass of wine. We’ve seen then the most spectacular red sunset. The dinner was exquisite, so was the wine and the location, a dream.The next day was rainy with some interruptions, but I must say that it was the best rainy day of my life, without exaggeration. I cannot think of a better place to be on a rainy day than Camps Bay Retreat. The have there on the property the most amazing, funny, smart and playful dog, Bengers with whom I fell in love with and spent the entire day with her. First she came to me with a tennis ball in her mouth. We’ve played a lot, I threw her the ball and then she brought it back. When she got tired we’ve stayed near the fireplace and chilled. They have in there and impressive room filled with books, old coins, chess table and everything you can possibly need to have a wonderful rainy day.The view from our room was like a painting where the deep blue ocean meets the green jungle of their property. It was indeed a dream and Camps Bay has been my favourite location from South Africa. I truly, honestly recommend you stay at Camps Bay Retreat for a magical and unforgettable experience.
We ate at Himitsu which is outstandin the venue is Beautiful. Food superb and superb service
A truly beautiful place, right near the beach in Camps Bay. Friendly, welcoming staff. Everything you could want. One small fussy complaint is that breakfast is not buffet, so you order from the menu, which is fine, but it does take a while, so if you are in a hurry to go somewhere, just plan for that. Breakfast was amazing though. Lovely place, I definitely recommend it.
Superb Eastern dining experience, with magnificent Camps Bay sea view
Exquisite setting and views. Hope Andrew is there to welcome you apon arrival.
Excellent service, polite and welcoming staff, stunning setting, great food.
A visit to the newly open Himitsu restaurant was a very good surprise. All dishes were full of flavour. We had a 4 courses menu per person and some extra “snacks” and drinks. I would definitely recommend the risotto, the kingklip, the porkbelly, and the deconstructed cheesecake to finish. The location is beautiful, and the view is stunning.
We went to the restaurant yesterday, but we dont stay at the hotel. Food and service was excellent, such a hidden jem in cape town! I wish i discovered this place earlier:)
After getting our booking incorrect , boy did these guys go out of their way to make a wrong , right which was most appreciated so much so that we have taken out a membership here.To Belinda , Victor , Shaun and the many staff who made our stay worthwhile , thank you for ur exemplary service and friendless. And to Benson , thank you for a smile that can brighten the saddest face and warm anyone’s heart. The google reviews about you are correct. You are definitely an asset to the establishment. Thank you all again . We will be back sooner than you expect .
This hotel has the most amazing location and grounds, with spectacular views of the ocean and Lions head. Our suite in the manor house was also beautiful and spacious. Pity all this picturesque beauty was in such stark contrast to the dismal service we received. Staff are poorly trained and some are just flat out rude. The restaurant service was frustratingly slow (even for Cape Town) and the sunset picnic basket was a letdown. On checkout we were presented with an outrageous room bill, containing charges for accommodation we had already paid for, and room service we never ordered, and not so much as an explanation or apology has yet been received from anyone at this hotel.
Stunning views, great food, good service
Ummm just No! Especially if you have a dog or if you just spontaneously want to stop by, for a coffee. The manager chastised me for not having a booking, then led me to the 1/2 filled restaurant. Their website says dog friendly but they don’t supply water bowls. It felt exclusive and snobby.
Courtney was very pleasant and professional with our group...nothing was too much for her. DOWNS : The front security needs to be in touch more in touch with inside management as he did not have us on the guestlist (?). Bathroom (1) needs to really be cleaned more often and Wine (Pinot Noir) was served a bit warm and could have been chilled more before serving - other than that the view and UPS: Beaut venue, lovely waiters & waitresses, good food !
Loved staying here! Luxurious rooms, incredible views from every part of the property, easy access to Camps Bay beach and restaurants via a short forest path and wonderfully attentive staff. Highly recommend!
Loving the Himitsu restaurant, the food is amazing and the views are the best Camps Bay ever had😊
I do not want to tell anyone about this place as i would love to keep this gem a secret, if only that were possible! Huge property adjacent to Atlantic ocean, Lions head, and the 12 Apostles, loads of natural vegetation, natural water pool filled with mountain water. Accomodation varies, some outstanding and some less appealing. Hptel management very accomodating in helping you choose a good fit for you. Restaurant ok with lovely breakfast menu but very slow service. Resident dogs are very friendly and add a homely feel to the upmarket and classy manor house serving as the main building.
Himitsu restaurant at Camps Bay Retreat is incredibly special with the best food and cocktails you can get, beautiful view, great atmosphere and wonderful staff!
Gorgeous day stay at the pool in tranquil surroundings amazing views and a lovely breakfast
What a stunning property and location but unfortunately the service was disappointing to say the the least. We were on a planned girls statcation that we were really looking forward to. Upon booking we specifically requested rooms next to each other and it was confirmed in writing that this was all in order for our arrival. Upon arrival we were told that our rooms were not next to each other and when we asked why we were told that it was unfortunately just not possible. This meant that we were separated for our girls trip and our rooms were not close to each other.To our amazement there was a vacant room next to one of our rooms the entire stay so we failed to understand why we could not be granted what was prearranged. We continued our weekend nonetheless and spent our trip in one room instead of two as booked originally. Sunday morning upon our arrival at breakfast we were asked if we would like scones and croissants. We said yes to both only to be advised 30minutes later that it was not available. We were served one croissant and two scones for 4pax and when we asked about the service received we were just told sorry we dont have. We fully understand that staff and services may be limited due to Covid19 however for a property that has such high standards and a history of high calibre service we surely left disappointed.
Exceptional service from Henri in his efforts to sort out some hiccups. Location is a 10/10.
Had a very peaceful and romantic break. Views are spectacular. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Absolutely magnificent and magical place! The most stunning views.I had a big sunset Picknick basket and cannot recommend it. It was all wrapped in paper and plastic boxes presented with little love. Such a let down after having seen a very promising Instagram picture. Overpriced for what you get. Staff was not very attentive and there was basically no service. Just a bar to buy additional drinks.
Old world comfort and quality. Lovely setting. Most enjoyable brunch. Attentive and helpful staff.
Beautiful location. Real oldie Goldie. Very clean and friendly.
From what we had been able to see it was an absolutely breathtaking location and hotel. Service was sickening, worst service I have ever recieved from a hotel to date. Such a shame. Also not fully following covid 1o protocol.
Nice place, adhering to health and safety protocols
10/10 would NOT recommend this place. Surely not worth the price. After a night of no sleep due to an opening in our bathroom ceiling and the howling winds flapping the entrance to the ceiling all night, and no cable connection to the TV to drown out the raqueteering, my husband and I made our way to the dining area for our first breakfast as newly weds this morning. I am absolutely appalled at the breakfast food quality and service. The breakfast option I ordered wasnt served with the food stated on the menu. Upon the food arriving after the first time I placed my order, I requested for the condements to be placed on the table, 20 minutes later, my food was cold and the condements were still absent. I then requested for the food to be remade as I sincerely cannot eat raw, runny, cold eggs. The second order was again served without the foods stated on the menu, and after at least another 25 minutes of waiting, my husband having finished his meal, my breakfast arrived with raw eggs once again and they had ignored my request of my mushrooms (due to an allergy). I had requested my eggs easy over, and upon being served, even the egg whites were liquid. We were seated at the breakfast table for the duration of an hour and 45 minutes. We are extremely humble and patient people but this is not what we had expected for the cost endured. The view of the gardens and the ocean is fantastic and thats about as far as it goes.This was supposed to be my pre honeymoon surprise and now it sounds like Im ungrateful to my husband for bringing me here but we paid good money to stay here and I honestly feel we deserve a refund.
We had an amazing stay! Staff are very friendly especially Benson! He was tops!! Amazing food, views and setting!! We will be back!
Notes about Camps Bay Retreat: ONE: Soon after arrival, requested three times for beach towels to be brought to the room. Twice to reception over the phone & once to a member of staff who appeared to be turning down the rooms. After roughly two hours waiting, we were given bathroom towels to use by the pool & it was explained no beach/swimming towels were available. TWO: Requested that our room be cleaned on the late morning of our second day. Again, reception said they would see to it. No cleaning service ever arrived. We decided not to follow up after the debacle with the beach/swimming towels. THREE: After a walk around the paths of the retreat, in particular a walk along the electrified fence line, one creatively labeled The Adventure Walk or Sky Walk (cant recall), all of which took 15 minutes, we ordered a Mocktail at the bar because we were thirsty. A member of the bar staff (as genuinely helpful & courteous as they are) said: If I make this, it wont be nice. We then settled on a passion fruit & lemonade which instead was served as soda water & lemonade. FOUR: At breakfast, we were among the first to arrive and ordered the complimentary breakfast of bacon & eggs and coffee. The breakfast arrived in good time & was nice though it took 30 to 40 minutes before the coffee arrived. During our wait time other recently arrived guests received their coffee virtually immediately. FIVE: We found the menu to be limited & over-priced, though accept it may have been because of Covid-19 that a more simplified menu was on offer. For example, in terms of pricing, there was a couple of steaks on the menu offered for R395 per steak. Arguably, some of the most prominent steakhouses in Cape Town rarely charge such a rate for an individual steak. SIX: Following a nice breakfast of bacon & eggs, pork sausage, sourdough toast, mushrooms and baby tomatoes, with hot coffee & orange juice - I was still a little hungry for a small snack. There was limited breakfast options on the menu, so I requested if I could order the flapjacks from the kids menu. I was given a firm no which I accepted politely though with a few reservations. Happily, the genuinely helpful & courteous member of staff suggested a scone which I gladly accepted. However, why was the scone not listed on the breakfast menu? In the car park, there is a little sign that says: Fresh scones baked on sight. That seems a small detail but in the space of a two night stay there seemed to be a lot of small details that were overlooked in terms of ensuring a pleasant experience for two paying guests, at rates that are not cheap. Another point is if you book the luxury suites you essentially get a wooden cabin studio, with a deck that appears to have last seen varnish a long time ago. It was a bigdisappointment overall and we felt we wasted our money. Will not be going back ever again.
Visited Mint Wellness Spa at the retreat, it was relaxing, calm and just an awesome experience
The most beautiful setting - a little secluded spot of serenity. Ithayis service was superb and the suite was perfect. We loved our stay here and hope to visit again soon!
Beautiful views, its a very nice a peaceful place to be in order to find yourself. ❤
Wow first class
Great place for resting
Definitely stay here if you can afford, no doubt. You will not regret. A unique place in its own forest with a very nice bridge, little waterfall and walk paths to get lost. Close to Camps Bay center and absolutely to the beach. Cannot recommend more! I would also recommend for honeymoon. Cape Town is a fantastic heaven on earth.
Wonderful views.
A hidden gem. Beautiful 1920s villa with enormous garden where you can discover pools, waterfalls, a forest and mountain walks in the middle of suburbia.The staff are not very knowledgeable about their establishment nor do they exude typical South African hospitality. The security guard is the friendliest by far. We were there for a pre-booked luncheon but were made to wait more than an hour for the platters of sandwiches and salads placed in the hot summer sun.
Such a lovely dinner listening to the sea below us. Perfect spot for a magnificent sunset and the food is top class too. A small menu but they do it properly.
Excellent value. Coffee delicious and old world charm. Setting reminds one of old Hollywood. Bathroom particularly charming. Massive dog lounging around. Left a parcel on an expensive rug which was cleaned up quickly by unflustered staff.
The place is so beautiful and shielded from the wind. It’s really perfect but only have it four stars because the food was no where nearly good enough for a place that pretty or that expensive. Highly disappointing quality of food, and the wine list is just really below average. Not good value for money here.
What a hidden gem in Camps bay! Absolutely stunning , tranquil garden setting with amazing views too! I really love this place! I would give it 5 stars if the restaurant was better (As their food and service is really below standard) .Make sure to walk along the garden trails though. Worth the effort!
Absolutely amazing experience. Perfect for sunset drinks and dinner. The service is almost perfect and the visitor are well trained. The food is good, but not as good or perfect you expect for the price you pay. I think you pay more for the location
Something special. So beautiful with tranquil gardens and so much fun exploring to do in the gardens like the tree swings. Friendly staff. Will love to go back.
What a wonderful little spot for a sunset. They have a great braai that your foreign friends will love. Also great for a relaxed dinner. Booking is essential.
It‘s a real treat at the Camps Bay Retreat Boutique Hotel. What a great terrain with hidden paths leading down to the beach. Enjoyed the sunset in the garden. A suspension bridge leads to the Hotel rooms.
Very helpful and friendly. All the staff make sure that you understand everything and are satisfied with your accommodation. Very positive experience. Regards T
Great views,great old ambience,great servise,terrible food.Menu very limited!If one are charged these prices for meals at least have amore than 6 mains on the menu!
Favorite, favorite place for breakfast, picnics, exploring, dinners, or accomodation. highly recommend this to anyone in cape town. if you have kids this is a great place to explore- make sure to try out the rope swing at the bottom if the garden
Guest house in the upmarket suburb of cape Town.Close to beach shopps and restaurants. Very close to the iconic Table Mountain yet in a quiet and secluded area for peace and quiet.
I was tasked with the job of organising our end of year function for our 30 volunteer ladies.To make the booking and get confirmation took forever. We had requested 16 picnic baskets. Each Basket was supposed to be shared by 2 people and was charged for at R495.00. This came to R 7920.00. As we were a large group, we were advised that there was a 10% surcharge for a waiter, who was allocated for the afternoon to look after our group. This amounted to R792.00, bringing our total bill to R 8712.00.When the baskets were delivered, they were all different sizes, some just had salads, others crackers. It was impossible to take one basket and sit and share it between 2 people. We had to unpack everything and organise them ourselves. We had also requested 3 Halal Baskets for 6 ladies. There were 2 large baskets, one with a sticker saying “Halal”. None of the staff could tell us how many baskets were thrown together into that basket... One waiter said there were 2 in there, others thought 4. Anyhow, we were short of Halal food for 2 ladies, which nibbled on crackers and cheeses.As soon as the baskets were delivered, we were asked whether we would like to order some drinks. We asked for the wine list. That was the last time we saw our designated ‘R 792.00’ waiter. Not ONCE did anyone of the staff come down to serve us or to take an order for the next 3.5 hours!The assistant manager Ashton Cornelius was less than helpful and the host manager in charge, Jaypee, couldn’t even be bothered to respond to my email. He was also not available to take my 3 calls.May I suggest getting some decent management in there that know their jobs.I cannot express my embarrassment for having recommended your resort.
The most buitiful original spa in Camps Bay ! From the turn of the century. In the most wind free area at the big glen , just above the world famous Glen Beach,with views across the endless Atlantic Ocean.Offering ,Peace and quiet, space to breath ,fresh air , a walk in the natural garden and , all meals ,teas and sundowners. Treat yourself to something different !
The hotel is a gem because of its Garden. The Garden is so beautifull and the View having breakfast unbeatable. Kids can explore the Garden, Swing on a tree and Walk over the hanging bridge.The warm breakfast gets freshly made.You can also walk down the garden and you are at the road and can Walk to the beach and the sourrounding Restaurants.
Upscale venue in Camps bay. Very large property with lots to explore. Excellent spa and the most amazing views.
Service non existent. Such a pity as the location is incredible.Staff need training on upmarket service.
Unbelievably rude receptionist with a very poor couldnt care less attitude!
Our room in the annex building was badly isolated. We were woken up at 7.00 am by nearby construction works and you could hear clearly guests and staff outside the room. Not really a Retreat... Also the cupboards are cheap and ugly. The room has only a small shower with toilets in the same room. The main building is nice, the garden and the view beautiful and the staff very friendly. Too bad the room was not comfortable.
This place is a hidden gem filled with FANTASTIC views, loads of charm, headspinning great wines, and delicious foods!! Try the tender steak with peppercorn sauce, its a revelation! The service provided by Ben was legendary and provides even more of an excuse for my imminent return here. I would give it 5 stars, but on our visit a tree was being felled and it was noisy and we got sawdust in our wine and hair. But I cannot wait to return and try their spa treatment.
Certain this is the best Cape Town could offer as far as location is concerned. The venue is simply beautiful. Off a secluded road. A private reserve within metres on the ocean.
The best kept secret in Camps Bay. Beautiful house and large grounds. Delicious food, great service.
Lovely place, delievered a car for a client.. Staff were so kind and helpful,☺️ the atmosphere of the entire place was soo tranquil and soothing, the spund of the beach and birds.. Its heavenly!! I would so love to come here when im able to its a must! Just Immediately fell inlove with the place, the view and vibe
Amazing place. The staff is well trained and friendly. Nyasha was our waiter the whole weekend and he was just absolutely wonderful. Would definitely go back again.The food, views, rooms and drinks juuuust perfect!
Excellent. Great coffee and scones. Amazing views
Such a lovely quirky place with old mansion style, mixed with new furnishings, wooden rope Bridge over the woods and axing ocean views! So nicely surprised by this place
Beautiful Place
- Address:Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
- Site:http://www.campsbayretreat.com/
- Phone:+27 21 437 8300
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