Where is BoKaap House located?

BoKaap House is located in the historic Bo-Kaap neighbourhood of Cape Town, South Africa. It is steps from Bree Street, Kloof Street, and Signal Hill, and a short walk from the Cape Town CBD and De Waterkant.

How much does it cost to stay at BoKaap House?

Private en-suite rooms at BoKaap House start from R13,000 per month for a Petit Room in winter. Classic Rooms start from R14,900/month, Deluxe Rooms from R16,700/month, and the Balcony Room from R22,900/month. Rates are seasonal, higher from September to March, and all-inclusive. Full rates: https://bokaaphouse.com/rates

Is BoKaap House suitable for digital nomads?

Yes. BoKaap House is designed specifically for digital nomads, remote workers and creatives. Every room includes a dedicated workstation, fast reliable WiFi, and access to shared common areas. The location in Bo-Kaap puts you minutes from Cape Town's best coffee shops and co-working spaces.

Does BoKaap House have WiFi?

Yes, fast and reliable WiFi is included in all rooms at no extra cost.

What is the minimum stay at BoKaap House?

BoKaap House is designed for monthly stays. The standard minimum stay is one month, making it ideal for extended workations, relocations, and long-term travel.

Do rooms have private bathrooms?

Yes. Every room at BoKaap House includes a private en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Hotel-quality linen and towels are provided.

Is there air conditioning at BoKaap House?

Air conditioning is available in select rooms. Rooms 10 & 11 (Petit), Rooms 1, 2 & 4 (Classic), Rooms 8 & 9 (Deluxe), and Room 7 (Balcony) all have air conditioning.

How do I apply to stay at BoKaap House?

You can apply directly on the website at bokaaphouse.com/book-a-room. Fill in your details, planned arrival and departure dates, and a short bio. The team reviews every application personally to ensure a good fit for the community.

What is Bokaap House?

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MyCiti Bus Guide: Routes, Fares & Tips

What Is MyCiti?

MyCiti is Cape Town's bus rapid transit (BRT) system, launched in 2010. It connects the CBD, Atlantic Seaboard, Table View, Milnerton, Khayelitsha, and Mitchells Plain with dedicated bus lanes and modern stations.

The myconnect Card

You need a myconnect card to ride. Cards cost R35 (for the card itself) and can be loaded with credit at stations, selected retailers, or online. Tap on and tap off at station readers.

Key Routes

T01 — Civic Centre to Table View (via the N1 expressway)
A01 — Civic Centre to Sea Point / Hout Bay
D01/D02 — Civic Centre to Gardens / Tamboerskloof
104 — Sea Point to Cape Town CBD (useful for Atlantic Seaboard residents)

Fares

A single trip within the city centre typically costs R10–R12. A monthly pass costs R840 for unlimited travel across the network. There are discounted fares for scholars and pensioners.

Frequency & Hours

Most trunk routes run every 10–15 minutes during peak hours and every 20–30 minutes off-peak. Service generally runs from approximately 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with reduced frequency on weekends.

Tips

Download the MyCiti app for live schedules and route planning
Keep a small balance on your card — you can't ride with insufficient credit
Buses are air-conditioned and generally safe and clean

For overall living costs, see our cost of living breakdown.