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Sovn Experience+Lifestyle

Property class: 4
4-star guest house near Camps Bay Beach

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A swimming pool with white lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.
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A modern bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a bed, and a view of a mountain and greenery.
A modern two-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a white fence.
A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the city.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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27 Geneva Drive, Camps Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005
  • Place, Camps Bay Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Clifton Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Atlantic View Deluxe Suite

A modern balcony with a white sofa, glass railings, and potted plants.

Atlantic View Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Sea View Deluxe Suite

A modern outdoor patio with a white sofa, a round table, and chairs. There is a view of a mountain and lush greenery in the background.

Sea View Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lion's Head Deluxe Room

A modern bedroom with a teal wall, a white bed, a green sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

Lion's Head Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden View Standard Room

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a large window with a view of greenery.

Garden View Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 12 Apostles Deluxe Room

A balcony with two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

12 Apostles Deluxe Room

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

View all photos for Sovn Experience

A modern two-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a motorcycle parked in front.

Sovn Experience

  • Ocean view
  • 380 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 16
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Table Mountain Penthouse

A modern hotel room with a large window, a round orange chair, a small table with a vase, a bed, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Table Mountain Penthouse

  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lion's Peak Penthouse

A modern bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a bed, and a view of a mountain and greenery.

Lion's Peak Penthouse

  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Ocean View Penthouse

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a large window offering a sunset view.

Ocean View Penthouse

  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Camps Bay guesthouse, you'll find Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain National Park. Clifton Bay Beach and Clifton 2nd Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Camps Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Table Mountain National Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maiden's Cove - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Clifton 2nd Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 13 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zenzero - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Caprice - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mantra Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Plato Coffee- Camps Bay - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Paranga - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle

4-star guest house near Camps Bay Beach
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Sovn Experience+Lifestyle. A complete renovation of Sovn Experience+Lifestyle was completed in October 2025.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cape Town guesthouse.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Sovn Experience+Lifestyle offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

This Cape Town guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle available on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 400 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 10)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 400 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 4:00 AM

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is 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

How close is Sovn Experience+Lifestyle to the airport?

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle is 15 mi (30-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle on Nov 21, 2026 start from CA $333, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sovn Experience+Lifestyle have an airport shuttle?

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 800 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Sovn Experience+Lifestyle to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 11-minute walk from Camps Bay Beach and 1.6 mi (3-min drive) from Clifton Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sovn Experience+Lifestyle offer free breakfast?

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sovn Experience+Lifestyle?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Sovn Experience+Lifestyle have a pool?

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle features an outdoor pool.

Does Sovn Experience+Lifestyle have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sovn Experience+Lifestyle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Sovn Experience+Lifestyle to downtown Cape Town?

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle is 3 mi away from Cape Town.

Sovn Experience+Lifestyle Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and hotel. Would stay again here agaon
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and helpful staff. Nice rooms and good amenities. The breakfast was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast, large and clean room, attentive and friendly staff, good location. Will definitely stay here again if I come back to Cape Town! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievably amazing hotel! Highly recommend to anyone visiting CPT, I will definitely be back here. Great location, the staff are wonderful and go out of their way to help you and the views from the rooms are breathtakingly beautiful.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was simply exceptional. Huge rooms with a great view of the ocean. Far enough from the Main Street for peace and quiet but close enough to walk to. The staff went above and beyond and truly demonstrated great hospitality. Overall a great stay, fantastic staff and a clean and comfortable hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is insanely friendly , they will do everything to accommodate any requests. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic wiev. Lovely staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What an amazing experience. Despite our fluctuating schedule requirements, Ciska was fabulously responsive. Upper floor rooms, seaside and Table Mountain side were fabulous. We will definitely be bacjk!
Sunset from balcony
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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We were lucky to have a great room with a fab view from the living room and bathroom. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

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
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Our stay started off a bit rocky with several issues like our sheets being a bit dirty and key not working. However the Sovn team was quick to address these and they even compensated us with an extra day in one of their presidential suites and comping our laundry! Overall the property lovely, all the staff were great and super helpful, and the location was excellent with a little over 10 min walk to the beach. Would recommend for anyone staying in camps bay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Alles top!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A gem in Camps Bay

Hospitality was really superb. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was perfect and the house stunning. The owners Jo and Tom were outstanding hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Einfach nur Traumhaft. Super Essen, Service und wunderschöne Lage.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely amazing place! Johanne was so welcoming and helpful with local tips. And the breakfast was fantastic every morning!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019