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Sovn Experience+Lifestyle

4.0 star property
Bayfront guesthouse with outdoor pool, near Camps Bay Beach

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Perched in Camps Bay, Sovn Experience+Lifestyle offers a warm welcome with breakfast buffet, a sun-kissed terrace, and lush garden. Indulge in the outdoor pool or explore nearby Clifton Bay Beach on bike rentals. With WiFi and multilingual staff at your fingertips.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Why we love this property

Delicious dining options
Free buffet breakfast awaits morning appetites. The guesthouse restaurant provides convenient dining throughout the day.
Luxurious sleep comfort
Egyptian cotton sheets adorn premium beds in each room. Blackout drapes and deep soaking tubs create a lavish, restful sanctuary.

Room options

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Atlantic View Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

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Sea View Deluxe Suite | Terrace/patio

Sea View Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Lion's Head Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Garden View Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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12 Apostles Deluxe Room | View from room

12 Apostles Deluxe Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

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Sovn Experience | Exterior

Sovn Experience

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
  • 380 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Ocean view

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Mountain view

Table Mountain Penthouse

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Lion's Peak Penthouse

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Ocean View Penthouse

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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About the neighborhood

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27 Geneva Drive, Camps Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005

What's nearby

  • Camps Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Table Mountain National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Maiden's Cove - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Clifton 2nd Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 30 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 13 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 25 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Zenzero - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mantra Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Caprice - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe Cape Town - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle

At Sovn Experience+Lifestyle, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • Children (16 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
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Parking

    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
    • Free offsite parking within 10 ft
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 800 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 10)
  • Late check-in between 9:00 PM and 4:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 400

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property uses solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Gouverneur Guest House Cape Town
Gouverneur Guest House
Gouverneur Cape Town
SOVN House Cape Town
SOVN Cape Town
Sovn Experience Lifestyle Guesthouse Cape Town
Sovn Experience Lifestyle Guesthouse
Sovn Experience Lifestyle Cape Town
Sovn Experience Lifestyle
Sovn Experience+Lifestyle Camps Bay
SOVN
Sovn Experience Lifestyle
Sovn Experience+Lifestyle Cape Town
Sovn Experience+Lifestyle Guesthouse
Sovn Experience+Lifestyle Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Sovn Experience+Lifestyle offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sovn Experience+Lifestyle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 800 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (21-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Sovn Experience+Lifestyle like?

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Camps Bay, a short 14-minute walk from Table Mountain National Park and 11 minutes' walk from Camps Bay Beach.

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Reviews

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was described as delicate, varied, fulfilling, the best, generous, and delicious with fresh local ingredients. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is insanely friendly , they will do everything to accommodate any requests. Highly recommend this place!
Frederike, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect!
Felipe, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were lucky to have a great room with a fab view from the living room and bathroom. Would definitely recommend.
Alastair, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it

We had the most wonderful stay at SOVN. All the staff were so helpful and friendly. The breakfast was the best. Will go again
Benjamin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay as part of our honeymoon! The staff is excellent and feels like the comfort of an old friends home. We stayed in the 12 A room and could see sunset and ocean from our room! Breakfast was delicious especially the homemade pastries. Loved the neighborhood and parking!
Daria, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, good breakfast, and location

Incredibly friendly staff, spacious rooms and great location within camps bay. I was quite sick during my two night stay and the staff did everything to help and make sure I was looked after. The room itself is very clean and large. The location is a short 5 min drive to the main strip of camps bay. The breakfast was generous with fresh local ingredients. Would happily recommend this hotel for a nice stay in camps bay.
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, the team was helpful and the breakfast was fresh and delicate. The gardener should cut down bushes. The Lions head room will soon not have a view of the Lions head.
Renate, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The penthouse has the most amazing views of both the Atlantic and the mountain. Tastefully decorated and furnished. The breakfast was delicate, varied and fulfilling. You don’t want to leave this place. I will be back.
Roy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an exceptional experience here. The hotel was impeccably clean, which made our stay comfortable. The staff were lovely and always ready to assist with a smile, making us feel right at home. Another highlight was the ample parking available, which is a huge plus in this area. The views from the hotel were great, offering stunning vistas of the ocean and surrounding landscape. Although we didn’t get a chance to use the pool, it looked well-maintained. Overall, we highly recommend the Sovn for anyone looking to stay in Camps Bay.
Graeme, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Alles top!
Marc, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A gem in Camps Bay

Hospitality was really superb. Breakfast was excellent
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was perfect and the house stunning. The owners Jo and Tom were outstanding hosts
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Einfach nur Traumhaft. Super Essen, Service und wunderschöne Lage.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super nice B&B in Camps Bay

Amazing B&B - best ever. Very spacious, modern, clean, and to top it off super service from Jo and Tom (plus crew). Location is great as well. Can only recommend this place!
Morten, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely amazing place! Johanne was so welcoming and helpful with local tips. And the breakfast was fantastic every morning!
Janne, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

La Guest-house la meilleure de Camps Bay

Cette Guest house est de loin la meilleure dans laquelle j’ai pu séjourner, et je voyage + de 200 jours /an. - L’emplacement est idéal sur Genova Avenue avec une vue à couper le souffle sur la plage de Camps Bay. Les couchers de soleils sont tout autant magnifiques depuis la chambre. - La chambre que nous avions réservé était particulièrement (très) grande, meublée dans le pure style nordique ce qui nous a convenu parfaitement. La salle de bain donnait sur la baie...prendre sa douche avec une vue pareille est paradisiaque. - Le petit déjeuner est quant à lui magique: fruits frais, produits locaux, pâtisserie différentes chaque matin et faites « maison », jus bio, bref le top...ce qui change des chaînes d’hotel ou c’est plus conventionnel. - Il faisait froid (25 degrés) donc nous n’avons pas testé la piscine qui au demeurant est propre, bien agencée et grande. - Ne pas hésiter à demander des conseils..ils se feront un plaisir de vous aider et bookeront pour vous les meilleurs endroits pour vos excursions. - Place de parking disponible à l’arrière de la maison pour la voiture, et sécurisé Enfin les propriétaires Tom et Jo, ainsi que l’ensemble de leur Staff, qui sont adorables. Jo prépare tout elle même pour le petit déjeuner et vous accompagnera tout au long de celui-ci. En résumé, cette Guest house est plus que recommendable et j’y retournerais bien entendu dès mon prochain voyage à Cape Town. Ne pas hésiter à appeler directement pour voir leur dispo.
Richard-Yann, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful and highly recommended!

Highly recommend this lovely and chic hotel to anyone going to Cape Town! The aesthetic is clean and modern with vibrant colors but it still manages to feel warm and welcoming. The owners and staff were so lovely and made the most beautiful breakfast: fresh fruit and cheese platter, homemade banana nut muffin, yogurt, and a latte!
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic boutique hotel in Camps Bay (Cape Town)

The hotel has only a few rooms and service is very personalized. Breakfast is fantastic! The location could not be better with amazing ocean views. We will definitely come back!
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing boutique guest house!!

It was an absolute delight to stay. The staff was excellent and breakfast was phenomenal!
Taeko, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

とても良いホテル。最高の休暇になりました。 また、ケープタウンに行くときは、泊まりに行きたいと思っています。朝ごはんも美味しくて、ホテルのスタッフも最高でした。
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience, beautiful hotel, very nice owners
Mart, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jo greeted us like we were long Lindt friends & showed us to our stunning room. The views of the sea & the mountain were so good that just soaking them in was out favourite part of the day. The rooms had a beautiful Scandinavian style and expertly decorated. The beach was a short walk away. It was worth staying here for the breakfast alone. The variety and attention to detail was impressive. I am gluten free and was spoilt for choice. The highlight of breakfast is the freshly home baked pastries/muffins every morning. We visited the One&Only during our stay & my husband said he preferred Sovn, for the privacy, views, location & personal touch. Jo could easily co-ordinate everything a travel guide could, taking into account the weather & personal preferences. She lived onsite & was literally contactable 24/7, which made us feel very safe. We didn’t get to use the swimming pool but it looked very inviting & so did the outside terrace.
Kimla, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tolle Lage und wunderbarer Ausblick auf das Meer, wunderbarer Außenpool mit hochwertigen Sonnenliegen, Frühstück unglaublich und Service herzlich und kompetent.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice boutique hotel. Away from the criwd but still walking distance to camp’s bay beach. Amazing view from our bedroom and great balcony! The staffs were very helpful and friendly and gave great recommendations on where to go and which restaurants to try. Love it!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Alles was super super ...goeie ligging... mooi verblijf... lekker eten
4-night trip