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Offering a shared lounge and mountain view, The Waves is located in Muizenberg, 1.6 km from St James Beach and 2 km from Danger Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 300 metres from Muizenberg Beach. Featuring a DVD player, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Guests at the apartment can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Chapman's Peak is 18 km from The Waves, while Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Muizenberg
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  • Ingrid
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    It was neat and tidy. I stayed there last year had a slight problem and I was so amazed to notice that they listened to my concern. The lovely Therese couldn’t do enough for me. Thank you for making me feel special. I will be back next year.
  • Bruce
    South Africa South Africa
    Finding the entrance to the accommodation was a challenge. The name on the wall outside the entrance was different to the booking sheet.
  • Suzanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Helpful, friendly staff, always responsive.. Location was great, very central to getting around, right on the beach and close to major roads, lots of restaurants and shops near. Very safe and security conscious. Underground, secure parking. The...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by MUi STAYS

Company review score: 9.2Based on 815 reviews from 43 properties
43 managed properties

Company information

MUi STAYS was established in 2003 to provide holiday letting services to those traveling to the South Peninsula and in particular Muizenberg, Kalk Bay, Fish Hoek, and Simon’s Town. Our company is founded on the core purpose "To enhance community value, sustainably and responsibly". Our team works with local social projects and upliftment initiatives to improve the broader local community. Your stay with us helps us to achieve more. We have made great strides in upgrading our services to incorporate eco-friendly cleaning products and energy-efficient systems. We are still operating within the same region, just providing a more aware and personalised service to customers from all over the world. We are a local company that is passionate about doing things the right way. Our service is underpinned by our core values of providing "environmentally friendly, socially responsible, quality accommodation". We partner with local property owners who share the same values as we do. Our properties are chosen to meet the needs of our diverse customer base, suitable to a varying range of budgets and requirements. However, all of our properties undergo regular inspections, and quality audits to ensure that they continue to exceed the expectations of our visitors. We look forward to welcoming you and hosting you during your stay in Cape Town.

Property information

This lovely two bedroom fully equipped apartment comes complete with mountain views. It is situated on the first floor of the safe and secure Empire Building right on Muizenberg's Beachfront. Ideal for a small family to kick your shoes off and relax. You'll find a fully equipped kitchen with cooker, dishwasher and washing machine, an open-plan living area with Netflix and Free WiFi. This apartment is well suited for a family of 4 with a double bed in the master bedroom (en-suite) and two single beds in the second bedroom with a second family bathroom. Enjoy a sunlit balcony perfect for relaxing and taking in the seaside air.

Neighbourhood information

Muizenberg is Africa's oldest surfing town. Home to one of the worlds' best learn-to-surf beaches and the warmest waters on the Cape Town coastline, Muizenberg is a must visit holiday destination while in Cape Town. There are many tourist attractions in the area with walking tours on offer from Muizenberg Tours and Travel. For breakfast, there is an abundance of choice. Hang Ten cafe is a local surfers hangout and institutional cafes like Empire Cafe and Gaslight have been local favourites for manyyears. This area is home to incredible restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife with Tigers Milk and Live-bait only short walk from the apartment. Live music is regularly hosted at the Striped Horse, with it's in-house striped horse craft beers proving very popular. Take a walk through the old part of town (Palmer Road) an interesting collection shops and coffee shops where locals show off their crafts and trade. The Blue Bird Garage Market is also a hot favourite for a Friday night. This is where all the locals congregate after a long week of work and surf. Visitors can enjoy a coastal walk from Muizenberg to Kalk Bay that includes the Muizenberg historical mile.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Waves
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Transport
  • Car hire
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/check-out
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

The Waves takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 17:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 00:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 cot available upon request.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bankcard The Waves accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Waves in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Waves

  • The Waves has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Waves may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Waves on this page.

  • The Waves can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Waves is 200 yards from the centre of Muizenberg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Waves offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Water park
    • Beach

  • Check-in at The Waves is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from The Waves. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.