Bluegum Hill Guesthouse & Apartments – A Favorite for Families in Cape Town

Bluegum Hill Guesthouse & Apartments sits on the topmost slopes of Signal Hill, offering panoramic views of Table Bay, Robben Island, and the 2010 World Cup Soccer Stadium. The property is surrounded by Signal Hill's Bluegum trees, and the salt-water pool with a sun deck provides a direct vantage point over the city and coastline. Guests can take in the vista from the terrace while eating al-fresco breakfast served daily.

A generous al-fresco breakfast is served daily on the terrace, always including complimentary refreshments. The Honesty Bar offers cooled drinks, juices, and snacks for guests to purchase on an honor system. Special diet menus and wine/champagne are available through the bar.

Each room is decorated with African artifacts and wooden furniture, and includes air conditioning and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Accommodation types range from Small Double Room with Sea View to the Penthouse Apartment and Villa with Sea View, all offering scenic views. The penthouse apartment provides a spacious layout with a kitchen, washing machine, and access to Netflix.

The salt-water pool is open all year and features a pool bar, sun loungers, and sun umbrellas on a rooftop terrace with a view. Guests can join bike tours, walking tours, pub crawls, and tour or class about local culture organized by the property. Billiards, mini golf, and golf course access are also available.

An airport shuttle service to Cape Town International Airport (20 km away) is available at an additional cost, along with airport drop-off and pick-up. The property offers free private parking and secure on-street parking, with a security guard present. Daily housekeeping, laundry, ironing, and luggage storage are provided, and the concierge can arrange tours.

Views: Panoramic views of Table Bay, Robben Island, and the stadium

Pool: Salt-water pool with sun deck and pool bar

Dining: Al-fresco breakfast on the terrace with complimentary refreshments

Rooms: Penthouse Apartment and Villa with Sea View

Activities: Bike tours, walking tours, pub crawls, and billiards

Service: Airport shuttle and concierge service