Welcome to Apricot Gardens Boutique Guesthouse — a luxury hillside retreat overlooking the full sweep of False Bay, stretching all the way to Table Mountain. Perfectly located in Gordon’s Bay, Cape Town, it is the ideal base for leisure travellers, romantic getaways, golf holidays, and for exploring the Cape or beginning your journey along the famous Garden Route.
Set on 1.2 hectares of peaceful mountainside, Apricot Gardens was lovingly transformed from the original farmhouse into an elegant boutique guesthouse. The architecture blends contemporary comfort with Mediterranean warmth and subtle African touches, creating a space that is both stylish and soulful.
Guests enjoy panoramic ocean and mountain views, beautifully designed rooms and suites, tranquil gardens, and a peaceful pool terrace. With beaches, world-class golf courses, wine estates, nature reserves, and the scenic Clarence Drive all within easy reach, it is the perfect place from which to experience the beauty, flavours, and adventures of the Western Cape.
Whether you’re here to relax, explore, play golf, or celebrate a special moment, Apricot Gardens offers the serenity, charm, and unforgettable views that make every stay exceptional.
Area Info:
Apricot Gardens is beautifully located on the mountainside above Gordon’s Bay, one of the Western Cape’s most scenic coastal towns. The area offers the perfect blend of beaches, mountains, vineyards, nature reserves, and charming coastal villages. The famous Clarence Drive (R44) begins just below the property, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful coastal routes in South Africa. The guesthouse sits between Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Somerset West, Hermanus, and the Cape Winelands — an ideal base for exploring the region.
Attractions:
* Pristine beaches
* Wine Estates
* Hiking and cycling trails
* Superb restaurants
* Easy access and proximity to Cape Town and the rest of the Cape
Rooms and Units Available:
50 Shades Executive Suite
50 Shades is a luxury executive suite with a king-size bed, full luxury bathroom, lounge and spacious private balcony. Unsurpassed panoramic sea and mountain views.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Apricot King Room
The Apricot room features a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a private entrance and a sitting area. Stunning panoramic views of the indigenous gardens and mountains beyond.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Burgundy Room
Burgundy is a smaller room with a queen bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. It has a private garden entrance and a private patio that overlooks the pool, garden and False Bay.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Coral Tree Self-Catering Suite
Coral Tree offers an open plan suite with a large living room, a king-size bed, en-suite bathroom with a shower, a well-equipped kitchen and a fireplace. Large private covered terrace with gas BBQ. Access to all facilities.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Mediterranean Suite
The Mediterranean suite has a spacious lounge, a sofa bed, a workspace, a bedroom with a king-size bed and a ceiling fan, a full luxury en-suite bathroom with a separate WC. It has a private garden entrance and verandah with beautiful views.
Sleeps 2 Adults
and 2 children
Muscat Room
The Muscat Room features a queen-size bed, en-suite bathroom with a shower, and a private entrance. Stunning panoramic views over the whole False Bay, including Table Mountain and the surrounding mountains, from your own patio.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Romance Junior Suite
This Junior Suite features a king-size bed, en-suite shower, and private balcony. Enjoy stunning panoramic views of False Bay, Table Mountain, and the surrounding mountains. Perfect for a romantic stay.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Vanilla King Room
The Vanilla Room features 2 twin beds that can be converted to a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Next to the indigenous garden, with sea view and mountain view from the garden terrace.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Facilities & Services available:
Honeymoon Couples Airport Shuttle Service Laundry Service Ironing Service Wedding facilities Team Building Fireplace on the Premises Garden Library Internet Access
Parking (off-street - open) Tourism Information Desk Wi-Fi English Other Language German French Beaches Nature Botanical
Birdwatching Monuments Arts and Craft Galleries Theatres Safaries Eco Tours City Life
Cancellation Policy:
If cancelling 7 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total. If cancelling 14 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the deposit.
Terms and Conditions
* 50% deposit needs to be paid to secure the booking.
* No Smoking in rooms
* No Pets.
*The cardholder & ID/Passport must be present at check-in.
*The credit card used for the online payment must be present at check-in.
*We reserve the right not to refund card fees (transaction costs) in the case of any cancellation or situation where funds need to be reversed back to a credit card.
Directions:
From Cape Town International Airport
1. Leave the Airport
Follow Ring Rd, staying right when needed.
Merge onto Airport Approach Rd.
2. Take the ramp to N2 toward Somerset.
Drive on the N2
Stay on N2 for about 36 km (around 28 minutes).
3. Exit N2 and Head to the Destination
Take the exit for Sir Lowry's Pass Rd (M165).
Turn right onto Sir Lowry's Pass Rd.
4. Turn left onto Sweetwaters Rd.
Turn left again - your destination, 32 Sweetwaters Rd, will be on the left.
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Children Policy
We welcome children 10 years and older
Accommodation Type: Bed & Breakfast and Guesthouse
