PP1549 Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Hi all, My apologies if this has been posted elsewhere and I've missed it. My partner and I are arriving in Cape Town the week prior to the race, and are looking for recommendations for clean/safe places to stay. We've considered spending part of that week in Stellenbosch as well, so are wondering about recommendations for that area, too. Thanks in advance for any thoughts/advice!
Duane_Bosch Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Stay in my Airbnb. It's got everything and is in the stunning little village of Hout Bay. It's a 40 minute drive to Stellenbosch and super close to town and all the other tourist spots. https://abnb.me/r1JlVsvW8S
Tatt Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 As Duane said, Hout Bay. You will have easy access to Chappies, Ou Wa Pad, the Kirstenbosch trail and the prologue route. Tom
Kranswurm Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Stay in my Airbnb. It's got everything and is in the stunning little village of Hout Bay. It's a 40 minute drive to Stellenbosch and super close to town and all the other tourist spots. https://abnb.me/r1JlVsvW8SNice place I'll remember it for when I need accommodation
Fruity Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 I'm not from Cape Town, but when I was there for the Argus in 2012, I stayed in Camps Bay - it was pretty rad. In 2014, I didn't ride Argus, but went for the vibe, and stayed at the Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge near the Waterfront. Very clean and safe.
porqui Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Hi all, My partner and I are arriving in Cape Town the week prior to the race, and are looking for recommendations for clean/safe places to stay. Thanks in advance for any thoughts/advice! Which race?
Jewbacca Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 We have a number of options for you.... http://www.surferscorner.com/ Drop me an email if you're interested. I will hook you up with good rates.... Muizenberg is rad.
Long Wheel Base Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Which race?Would assume epic as he posted under epic. EDIT: kranswurm beat me to it.
the nerd Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Stay in my Airbnb. It's got everything and is in the stunning little village of Hout Bay. It's a 40 minute drive to Stellenbosch and super close to town and all the other tourist spots. https://abnb.me/r1JlVsvW8S Your place looks awesome Duane! Definitely on my list next time I visit CT...
Duane_Bosch Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Your place looks awesome Duane! Definitely on my list next time I visit CT...Hubbers discount.
Long Wheel Base Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Stay in my Airbnb. It's got everything and is in the stunning little village of Hout Bay. It's a 40 minute drive to Stellenbosch and super close to town and all the other tourist spots. https://abnb.me/r1JlVsvW8SWOW that is a lekker spot. You have a lot of trust in tenants. A lot of value on those walls and in that place.
PP1549 Posted January 21, 2019 Author Posted January 21, 2019 Amazing - thanks guys! Any thoughts on car rentals vs taking public transport with luggage + bikes (in boxes) during our trip to and from Stellenbosch? We'll be staying there for a couple of days prior to the race.
NC_lurker Posted January 21, 2019 Posted January 21, 2019 Any thoughts on car rentals vs taking public transport with luggage + bikes (in boxes) during our trip to and from Stellenbosch? We'll be staying there for a couple of days prior to the race.There's not a lot of decent public transport in Cape Town other than the MyCiti buses but they're limited predominantly to the CBD & Atlantic seaboard side. Your options to get around will be Uber or hiring a car. If you're planning on staying in Stellenbosch area then definitely go the car hire route so that you can get out and explore the beauty of the Winelands.
PP1549 Posted January 21, 2019 Author Posted January 21, 2019 There's not a lot of decent public transport in Cape Town other than the MyCiti buses but they're limited predominantly to the CBD & Atlantic seaboard side. Your options to get around will be Uber or hiring a car.If you're planning on staying in Stellenbosch area then definitely go the car hire route so that you can get out and explore the beauty of the Winelands. Thanks, NC. Appreciate the insight, and will go with the car hire. Cheers!
DJR Posted January 22, 2019 Posted January 22, 2019 I like to stay as close to the action as possible when I travel. So, I would recommend something in the City bowl, Waterfront or Green Point area. That way you will have the iconic view of Table Mountain all the time. Also, it is the most central and you can walk or hop on the MyCity or Red tour buses to visit further away attractions like Kirstenbosch, Cable Car and Clifton beach. You can also easily arrange for pick-ups to Cape Point etc. I agree that renting a car is necessary for the Stellenbosch part. If you decide on Hout Bay, which is the best place for riding your bike from, then rent a car for that part as well. The ride from Hout Bay along the Atlantic coast is one of the top bike rides on earth (not kidding)!
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