Boasting pool with a view and views of pool, Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay is a recently renovated apartment situated in St Helena Bay, 500 metres from Middle Bay Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the apartment's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Columbine Nature Reserve is 22 km from the apartment, while Vasco da Gama Monument St Helena Bay is 1.8 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Cindie
    South Africa South Africa
    The location and the unit was clean and well furnished. Marelize the host was very welcoming and had everything we could need available. Her welcoming booklet was amazing it has everything we could need and some, including distances in km from the...
  • Braden
    South Africa South Africa
    The unit was clean and had every conceivable comfort we could think of. The rooms were slightly smaller than we expected but there was enough space and open balcony to compensate.
  • Marilyn
    South Africa South Africa
    What's not to like, cute little cottage and very cozy with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Thank you for the welcome platter such a lovely gesture and much appreciated.
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 Holiday Portfolio

Company review score: 8.8Based on 41 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

As with all great endeavours, the Holiday Portfolio brand came from grandiose dreams and humble beginnings. The West Coast property in St. Helena Bay was purchased, the rough sketches drawn, the renovations and branding followed, and the destination launched just in time for the peak holiday season. And just as we became comfortable, the impossible-to -pass-on opportunity in Yzerfontein made its entrance. Now our destination experts are all in to showcase the unmatched beauty of the South African West Coast region to wanderers from all over the world. Property management is handled by the DRVSA Group, an estate agency based in Cape Town, who have been involved in the property industry for more than 30 years.

Property information

Da Gama Bay is named after the infamous Portuguese explorer Vasco Da Gama who came ashore, on 8 November 1497, at what is believed to be the actual site of arrival down on the coast below us, and where a monument is now erected (see our Attractions section for more information). According to the history books, St. Helena Bay was named Bahia de Santa Helena (Portuguese for its current name) after Saint Helena, a devout and influential Christian and the mother of Constantine I, the Portuguese ruler at the time. Today, the village and its 18 bays stretch from Laingville through to Duykereiland, with Paternoster and Saldanha Bay lying further south, and Laaiplek and Velddrif to the east.

Neighbourhood information

St. Helena Bay, a quaint fishing village, is situated along the shoreline of the Vredenburg peninsula where it is one of only three places on a natural continental bay on earth that allows you to observe both the rising and the setting of the sun over the ocean. St. Helena Bay lies approximately 150km north of Cape Town on the R27 on the Cape West Coast. It is also here where you will find Da Gama Bay Holiday Cottages. This Holiday Portfolio Destination offers budget-friendly, self-catering luxury stays. It lies approximately 150km north of Cape Town on the Cape West Coast. It is primarily a fishing village (or rather one of a string of fishing villages along the shores of the bay). The village stretches from Laingville through to Duykereiland with Paternoster and Saldanha Bay lying further south, and Laaiplek and Velddrif to the east.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
Outdoor & View
  • Pool view
  • Sea view
  • View
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

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 08:00 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 18 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
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay 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 08:00.

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 Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay 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.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay is 3.1 miles from the centre of St Helena Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests

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

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay on this page.

  • Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Beach
    • Swimming Pool

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

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

  • The prices at Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay 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 terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Holiday Portfolio Da Gama Bay on this page.