THE WALDEN SUITES, Cape Town

The Walden Suites - A 5-star villa with a saltwater pool, late breakfast, and panoramic Atlantic Ocean views

Located in Fresnaye, The Walden Suites offers a 17-meter saltwater pool surrounded by lush gardens, with rooms featuring private or shared balconies overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Table Bay, or Lion's Head Mountain. Guests can choose between Balcony SeaView Rooms, Terrace SeaView Suites, or Mountain View Rooms, all with extra-length beds, free Wi-Fi, and modern open-plan bathrooms. A late breakfast buffet from 8 AM to 11 AM includes specialty eggs, fresh breads, and pancakes. The property is a 10-minute drive from Woodstock and 15.5 miles from Cape Town International Airport, with easy access to Clifton Beach (1 mile), Lion's Head hiking trails (0.5 miles), and the Sea Point Sports Promenade. Staff can arrange shark cage diving, paragliding, and wine tours.

Pros

The 17-meter saltwater pool is set in a garden with shaded seating and ocean views.

Late breakfast service runs until 11 AM, featuring made-to-order omelets and fresh pastries.

Rooms include free Wi-Fi, extra-length beds, and balconies with Atlantic Ocean or mountain views.

Proximity to Clifton Beach (15-minute walk) and Lion's Head hiking trails (0.5 miles away).

Staff assist with booking adventure activities like paragliding and wine tours.

Cons

Some rooms have shared balconies, limiting privacy.

The nearest major beach, Camps Bay, requires a 5-8 minute drive.