A maze of darkrooms, slings and more await the leather, rubber, uniformed or denim-clad visitor (make sure you know what night it is as the dress code is strictly enforced -...

The word 'beaulah' means beautiful in the local gay-speak and describes perfectly many of the customers at this quaint bar/club. Girl-power abounds, although often with boys in...

This picturesque Victorian oasis comes complete with breakfast and pool and very, very good prices. Book a room if you can get it, as the picture perfect rooms are few, very...

Cape Town's longest-running gay and lesbian bar and dance club, Bronx's recent relocation across the road has in no way detracted from its popularity. Wall-to-wall all-sorts...

Affectionately known as the 'Gay Spur' (ask a local to explain), this is one of the longest-running eateries and bars in Cape Town. Always friendly and always busy, this...

Take a trip up the West Coast and discover South Africa's most famous political satirist, Pieter-Dirk Uys, sending up everything 'rainbow nation' through the eyes (but mostly...

The upstairs lounge bar - the Salsa Lounge - is ideal for a chilled cocktail or refreshing beer after a hot day. Sexy sounds drift from the sound system or are performed live...

The Glen is a discreet four-star refuge for the discerning gay traveller, infamous for its pool parties and hunky international guests. Strut your stuff round the sparkling...

Almost 1,000sq m of 'sauna'! Let your adventurous side loose in the city's most renowned maze of steam rooms, jacuzzis, saunas and private cubicles. Top up your tan on the...

This gorgeous country lodge is situated on a working wine farm. The manager and staff's hospitality is legendary, the decor sublime, the setting breathtaking and the...

Lazari Food Gallery is a retro chic café and patisserie featuring gastro delights ranging from the city's best eggs Benedict to delicious award-winning cupcakes. Owner Chris...

At this pre-clubbing favourite, you'd be forgiven for thinking you were entering someone's plush loft apartment (hence the name we suppose). The decor is a mixture of...

Become part of the city's bohemian subculture and enjoy a lazy breakfast, lunch or dinner at one of Cape Town's most eccentric cafés. Fifties charm abounds, with a strictly...

Dinner and a show! Basic yet wholesome meals (the baked cheesecake is delicious) are outshone by the fabulous talent on stage. Entertainment ranges from South Africa's most...