Best Gay Luxury Hotels in Cape Town

Nestled in tranquil Somerset West, Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa blends historic charm with modern luxury. Adjacent to the renowned Gary Player-designed golf course and surrounded by iconic wine estates, this Preferred Hotels & Resorts gem is framed by the Helderberg Mountains. With 56 elegant rooms, three on-site restaurants including the fine-dining Stefan’s, a luxurious spa, and stunning indigenous gardens- guests can dine, sip, spa, play and stay – knowing they’re spoiled for choice on all fronts.

Reset Your Senses at Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa.

The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is a luxury hotel in Cape Town. Built in 1918 and painted in eye-catching pink, it's located right by the unimprovably named Camp Street - where you'll find The Pink Candy Nightclub. So far so camp.

The hotel's colonial style is very chic. This is a great choice if you're looking for something upmarket and slightly set apart from the bustle of the big city. The hotel is just a ten-minute drive to the nightlife of De Waterkant.

Cape Royale Luxury Suites is a luxury 5-star hotel in central Green Point, just a short walk up Main Road to De Waterkant, where you'll find the best gay nightlife.

All of the suites come with excellent views of Table Mountain and guests can enjoy different onsite facilities, including a rooftop pool deck and the Casuarina wellness centre. The V&A Waterfront is also just a 10-minute walk away.

For dining options, there is Caramba serving Portuguese cuisine, as well as Bica Cafe, an authentic Portuguese bakery. The Shift espresso bar just off the entrance to the hotel can take care of your caffeine needs.

DysArt is a chic, boutique hotel located in Green Point, a short walk from De Waterkant, Cape Towns's gay district.

Located just 1 km from the V&A Waterfront and the trails of Table Mountain National Park, this boutique hotel features elegant rooms with heated floors, contemporary art, and private terraces or balconies. Amenities include Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, tea and coffee facilities, with some rooms offering Nespresso machines and ocean views.

Guests can enjoy a casual dining area, an outdoor pool with bar service, and access to spa treatments and complimentary parking. DysArt Hotel is ideal if you're looking for an upmarket and intimate base in Cape Town.