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Living Hotel Lions Eye

5.0 star property
Stylish beach retreat with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property amenity
Superior Suite, Partial Ocean View | Bathroom | Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Honeymoon Suite, Sea View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, heated floors
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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15 Houghton Drive, Camps Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8040
  • Place, Camps Bay Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Maiden's Cove
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Honeymoon Suite, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Honeymoon Suite, Sea View

  • 808 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite, Sea View

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, Mountain View | View from room

Superior Suite, Mountain View

  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, Partial Ocean View | Bathroom | Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Superior Suite, Partial Ocean View

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Camps Bay within a short walk of Camps Bay Beach, Living Hotel Lions Eye is within 2 miles (3 km) of Table Mountain National Park. This 6-room, 5-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Theatre on the Bay - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Camps Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Table Mountain National Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maiden's Cove - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Observatory Station - 14 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 16 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zenzero - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Caprice - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mantra Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bovine - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Living Hotel Lions Eye

Stylish beach retreat with outdoor pool
Renovated in 2023, Living Hotel Lions Eye offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 450 per vehicle one-way. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a computer station, a free grocery shopping service, and free newspapers.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - June 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Houghton View House Cape Town
Houghton View House
Houghton View Cape Town
Houghton View
Houghton View Guesthouse Cape Town
Houghton View Guesthouse
Houghton View
Houghton View Guest House
Living Hotel Lions Eye Hotel
Houghton View Boutique Hotel
Living Hotel Lions Eye Cape Town
Living Hotel Lions Eye Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Living Hotel Lions Eye?

Living Hotel Lions Eye offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Living Hotel Lions Eye?

This hotel is situated in Camps Bay within a short 12-minute walk of Camps Bay Beach. You'll also find Clifton Bay Beach and Table Mountain within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Living Hotel Lions Eye?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Living Hotel Lions Eye feature a casino at the property?

No, Living Hotel Lions Eye doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Living Hotel Lions Eye?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Living Hotel Lions Eye good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Living Hotel Lions Eye?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Living Hotel Lions Eye have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Living Hotel Lions Eye doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Living Hotel Lions Eye allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Living Hotel Lions Eye.

Are there connecting rooms at Living Hotel Lions Eye?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Living Hotel Lions Eye?

The closest major airport to Living Hotel Lions Eye is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 15.9 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Living Hotel Lions Eye?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean or mountain views.

Does Living Hotel Lions Eye have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Living Hotel Lions Eye.

Living Hotel Lions Eye Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 96 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A truly excellent gem!

I have stayed in 3 hotels during my trip to Cape Town this time and this is the best accommodation I have had. Everything from the welcome from Wayne, the assistant manager, the property itself, the view to all the staff that we have encountered etc. this place is truly excellent and I look forward to staying longer the next time I’m in the country!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel - luxurious
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is amazing, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tashmia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this boutique hotel, staff were genuinely friendly, breakfast room decor was gorgeous and the breakfast itself was beautiful & delicious. Loved my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaswinder Sonia, Brampton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
30 mins from the airport and located in the heart of Camps bay area. Beautiful, cozy, safe, modern and clean property with the best bay views in the city. Highly impressed with caretaker Sasha and the night manager who are always available for any kind of assistance. 10 mins walk to the Promenade with all the restaurants and shopping. Hop on and off bus stop in front of the promenade which connects you to all the Cape Town attractions and tours. If I ever come back to the city, I would definitely stay here again. . They have EVERYTHING in the room, from bottled water to flat iron, robes and slippers. Felt like home. Breakfast was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Luxurious Cape Town Stay

We had an amazing stay at Lion’s Eye and cannot wait to return on our next trip to Cape Town! The staff went above and beyond to make our anniversary unforgettable. Room was spacious, comfortable, clean, and the hotel breakfast was delicious which was enjoyed over beautiful views of Camp’s Bay. A true boutique hotel experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawnelle

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dervla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Shingai Sylvester

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

2/10 Terrible

Patricio, Mexico city

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is closed and do not answer the phone or emails
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Fidelis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place I love it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eltom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb guest house

Amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful setting, excellent staff and venue.

The guest house is located about 5 minutes walk from the main strip, with coffee shops, bars and restaurants of Camps Bay/Bakoven within 5-10 mins walk. The setting is stunning with The Apostles just behind the guest house and the sea view in front. The owners and the staff are all friendly and welcoming, with a well stocked "honesty bar", and a buffet breakfast with freshly cooked choices of additional menu items. Camps Bay itself has possibly the best fish restaurant I've ever been to (The Codfather) and a good mix of bars and restaurants, plus a small shopping mall. I stayed in the centre of Cape Town for most of my stay in the area, but enjoyed the couple of days in Camps Bay immensely, and the guest house was an integral part of that.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from our room and shower!!! Private balcony with bean bag loungers was great. Good location - very easy to walk to restaurants and beach. Delicious cooked breakfast available. Honesty bar was nice although it had run out of white wine when I wanted a glass!!! Staff very amenable although not sure how knowledgeable they were about local information/tips and hints on what to do or where to go/weather forecast etc Really enjoyed our stay here though - lovely contemporary and comfortable accommodation with a small but perfectly adequate pool for cooling off in. Also secure parking was available after prior arrangement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Phillip

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Could be a stunning place to stay, but it is not super clean, art work is poor, feeling is of a semi-abandoned gorgeous contemporary home that could, with little effort, be made to be utterly stunning and superior with better on-site management and focus on details. Owner are absentee and it shows.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Honeymoon in Cape Town

My wife and I stayed in the Penthouse Suite for our honeymoon in Cape Town. This hotel was amazing. The room in absolutely incredible. The balcony in enormous with a nice hot tub on it and the view is stunning. The service here is first class. We had a late flight in and they had no problem accommodating a late check in for us. We loved the honor bar and the breakfast was excellent. Next time we are in Cape Town we will be staying here again in the same room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply Lovely

So delightful - a great crew making me feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights in the Atlantic room. It was fantastic. The room was huge, modern, clean and had the best view. The house had a sumptuous breakfast and was close to several restaurants and a Woolworth's. The beach was within a 15 minute walk as was the Hop on, Hop off sightseeing bus stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Breathtaking views, stunning rooms and fantastic staff. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Best!!

Checked out yesterday and this is certainly one of the best places that I have ever stayed in which is saying something as I am on the road around 50% of my time. A very warm welcome from the property manager Calvin so thank you for that. All the staff were so pleasant, immaculately dressed and highly engaging. My room was outstanding with one of the comfiest beds I've ever slept in. Rooms are huge and very well appointed with all the amenities you would expect of a 5 star hotel anywhere in the world. There are plenty of seating areas dotted around so perfect for business travellers and holidaymakers alike. Breakfast didn't disappoint and I didn't make full use of it because my appetite was beaten! However, the range of food and breakfast was quite incredible and the quality, simply outstanding. Security-there is an individual up and over garage for each resident's are anyone worried about this issue needn't. I was very impressed with the security on the property. As for the location, elevated views right over Camps Bay from where you can see the most incredible sunsets and have a glass of wine (trust bar) at your leisure. I would have no hesitation of recommending this place to all of my friends and will certainly endeavour to stay here again next time I am in Cape Town. I hope my photographs do this some justice I would like to close by thanking all of the staff for making me incredibly welcome and looking after me during my stay. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

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