De Waterkant is a trendy suburb located just outside of the Cape Town CBD. The area forms part of the Bo-Kaap, the traditional Malay Quarter. The picturesque cobble stone streets are lined with brightly coloured houses and Mosques and is a definate must-see on your visit to Cape Town.The suburb is the the foot of Signal Hill, a popular sundowner spot adjecent to Lions Head. The area is also in close proximity to the Green Point Stadium, the Cape Town Venue for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

De Waterkant is a sought after adress for young professionals and there are many cafes, coffee shops, restaurants and nightclubs scattered througout the main roads. De Waterkant is also home to the most gay-friendly nightclubs in Cape Town. There are also noumerous shops and intersting tresuares to be found in the suburb. The V&A Waterfront is a stones throw away if youre planning to spend the majority of your time there.

The intersting mix of cultures that can be found in De Waterkant and the neighbouring Bo-Kaap will give you an idea of the diversity of Cape Town and also South Africa. The trendy area is popular with Celebrities and jetsetters coming to Cape Town and Camps Bay and Clifton beaches are only a 10 minute drive away.

De Waterkant is know for its upmarket nature and accommodation options, and you wont be dissiapointed when booking a venue in the area. The silght elevation of the area on the slopes of signal hill creates wonderful views all over the city bowl and is the ideal place to start thinking about what you want to visit next.