Makapa Lodge

Nestled against the mountain and bordering a nature reserve, Makapa Lodge is situated in Capri Village with a glorious view of the Atlantic Ocean and Chapmans Peak mountain. Positioned on the Cape Peninsula mid way between the Atlantic and False Bay coasts, we are only a short drive to the beaches at Fish Hoek, Kommetjie, Noordhoek and Simonstown.

Makapa Lodge offers luxury suites and a comfortable self catering chalet. Our accommodation is in quiet, safe surroundings, only 35 minutes from Cape Town city and 45 minutes from Cape Town International Airport. We are ideally located for Cape Point Nature Reserve, Boulders Beach with its famous colony of African Penguins, Constantia and other wine routes, Noordhoek art route, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, and many other areas of interest. Horse riding, bird watching, mountain walks, surfing and golf are all close by.

The pool side suites lead out to the sparkling solar heated swimming pool which is sheltered and sunny. This lovely outdoor area is wind-protected and is ideal for sunbathing. The lodge has secure parking within the fenced property which has access controlled gates. The beautiful landscaped garden with its pathways and seating areas, beckons guests to wander through and survey the indigenous plants and local birdlife.

The five facilities at Makapa Lodge include three luxury suites - The Oakwood Suite, The Oregon Suite and The Cottonwood Suite; The Cave - a large comfortable double room, and The Nest - a fully equipped self-catering chalet.

The Luxury Poolside Suites - Oakwood, Oregon, and Cottonwood

Named after the locally made solid wood furniture the suites are tastefully decorated comprising of separate lounge, bedroom and ensuite bathrooms. The lounges have comfortable armchairs, coffee table, writing desk, a well stocked mini bar and TV. The bedrooms have double wardrobes and dressing tables. The Oakwood Suite has twin beds, the Oregon and Cottonwood have doubles. Electronic safes are provided. The bathrooms all have baths with shower. All suites have two private patio areas, with access to the beautifully landscaped garden and the swimming pool.

The Cave - Bed and Breakfast Garden Room

A large room with natural stone walls and wooden panelling, situated snug in the garden with a view of Chapman's Peak mountain. It is tastefully furnished with pine double wardrobe and chest of drawers, twin beds and a comfortable seating area. It has an ensuite with shower. The lounge area has a mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, a TV and an electronic safe. Outside is a small deck with garden seats.

The Nest - Log Chalet

Suitable for a couple sharing it has lovely views of the sea and mountains. It also has a fully self-contained kitchenette and a dinette. It is furnished with a double-bed and wicker chairs and has a TV, an electronic safe and its own bathroom.

Children Policy - For safety reasons we do not accept young children other than babies in cots as we have an unfenced swimming pool.