Kianga is the Swahili word meaning “burst of sunshine after the rain”. It's the perfect word for this boutique hotel in Gordon’s Bay that is serene and airy in design, letting the light spill inside through its many windows. On the other side of them are views across False Bay, as well as the surrounding coastline and mountain ranges.

Developed with modern conveniences top of mind, the stylish and spacious rooms embody peaceful comfort. Each offers a king-size extra-length bed, an en-suite bathroom, and access to a balcony patio. Common areas of the hotel include an outdoor pool deck and balcony with a fitted bar area, plus a dining area that overlooks those expansive views that ease the soul. 

This modern hotel in Gordon’s Bay is a luxurious dream imbued with sunny hospitality. Here, in a seaside village, the leisure traveler or couple seeking a retreat finds themselves ideally suited to its wonderful boutique environment.

Kianga is a modern seaside luxury hotel in Gordon’s Bay, composed of four rooms and a penthouse suite. Each room has Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, an LCD flat-screen TV, a hairdryer, and toiletries. A bar fridge, desk and sitting area is also included in all, plus a shower and bathtub. Pool, bar, and dining areas are accessible from each unit. And topping each bed are hypo-allergenic pillows and electric blankets.

The Penthouse offers a modern and private space with exclusive use of the terrace. Staying in this accommodation might inspire you to indulge further and let the staff pamper you with luxurious treatments or amenities. 

All bookings include a hearty complimentary breakfast spread, served with South African pride and happiness.

VINEYARD HOPS AND ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

This haven is a one-hour drive from Cape Town and a short walk to Gordon’s Bay beach. The region is known for its spectacular wine estates, modern restaurants with wonderful views, and craft and food markets that are perfect for strolling and sampling the local South African flavors. 

From here, you might head along the coastal route to Betty’s Bay to see the gigantic colony of African penguins, go on an orca-watching expedition in False Bay, or make friends with Phoenix, Ebony or Rafiki, all big cats who live at the Cheetah Outreach facility located near Cape Town.

Known as the “The Mother City,” Cape Town is a cosmopolitan mix of multi-cultural influences and sophisticated big city delights. Don’t miss the candy colored Bo-Kaap, the sea front promenade, Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, the sobering Robben Island and the world class wine route along the western cape. It’s an ideal jumping off point for some of South Africa’s most dazzling natural wonders including the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Boulder Beach’s penguin colonies, Hout Bay and the many national parks surrounding the peninsula including De Hoop Nature Reserve along the coast. To the east, the famous Garden Route traverses the inland coastline through stunning scenery of lakes and deep verdant valleys and the Outeniqua and and Tsitsikamma mountain ranges, ending at the beach town of Mossel Bay along the Indian Ocean.

LOCATION

Western Cape, Africa, Nearest Airport: Cape Town International Airport (43km away)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Year round