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International Mr.Gay
World pageant 2025
South Africa has been chosen to host the Mr Gay World™ 2023 contest.
International Mr. Gay World pageant 2025
Mr. Gay World™ returns in October 2023, welcoming delegates from around the world and giving them a platform in Cape Town to showcase their diversity, compassion, and their philanthropy.
- Visiting Cape Town? Stay in the Rockefeller Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests in a great location featuring fresh modern rooms and a superb fitness centre.
The Competition
- Awaiting dates – The annual Mr. Gay World™ competition aims to find an ambassador for the international LGBTQ+ community from a diverse range of delegates who represent the spirit of their nation and embody qualities such as confidence, self-assurance, charisma and natural leadership.
- The Grand Finale will be staged at Infinity Studios in Paarden Eiland, a multipurpose creative space, photography studio and events venue with stunning views of Table Mountain.
- The venue is a 12 minute drive from the world famous V&A Waterfront and is a 7-minute drive from the bars in De Waterkant.
- Stay close to the venue at The Onyx Apartment Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests with spacious rooms, high end amenities, stunning pool area and modern fitness centre.
Where to stay in Cape Town
- De Waterkant is home to most of Cape Town’s gay bars and gay-friendly restaurants, shops and galleries.
- De Waterkant, nestled within the heart of Cape Town, pulsates with a vibrant energy unique to its cobbled streets and historic facades.
- As the city’s renowned gay district, it stands as a beacon of acceptance and unity, its colorful houses mirroring the diverse crowd that walks its lanes. Here, the old meets the new: centuries-old architecture forms the backdrop for trendy cafes, chic boutiques, and pulsating nightclubs.
- As the sun sets, the ambiance shifts from laid-back daytime strolls to the animated chatter of rooftop bars and the beats from underground clubs, all harmoniously coexisting within this LGBTQ+neighbourhood.
- The following hotels are popular with our visitors to Cape Town and are close to the pride parade and activities. They are also gay-friendly.
Icon Luxury Apartments, Harbouredge Apartments, The Westin Cape Town, DysArt Boutique Hotel The Cape Royale
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Glenn Hotel in Cape Town’s Seapoint.
Stylish, great pool and gay operated.
More information
For further information and advice on
International Mr. Gay World Website
Gay Map of Cape Town
Quay, 6 W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
The Table Bay Hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel situated at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. It boasts beautiful views of the working harbor, Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. It features a pool and a spa. Each air-conditioned room comes equipped with a minibar, flat-screen satellite TV and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The private bathroom includes a bath and shower with free toiletries.
Convention Square, Lower Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
The Westin Cape Town’s airy rooms have deluxe bedding and floor-to-ceiling windows with views over Cape Town. Selected rooms have a spacious lounge area, all rooms with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy a vigorous work-out in the well-equipped gym which boasts panoramic city views. The outdoor pool is drenched in sunshine
40 Chiappini St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Offering a rooftop bar and restaurant, The Capital Mirage Hotel is conveniently situated between Cape Town’s city centre and trendy De Waterkant. Free WiFi and parking are available. The spacious suites and apartments offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, kitchen facilities and bathrooms with bath and shower. Air-conditioned and fitted with a hairdryer
Moorings 5 & Portswood Ridge, 5 Portswood Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Situated just opposite the V&A Waterfront’s timeball tower, Dock House impresses with personalized service and panoramic views of the harbour and its surroundings. Enjoy breakfast in the elegantly furnished morning room, followed by a swim in the stylish outdoor pool.Classic décor and a spacious layout make each of the guest rooms and suites at Dock House a welcome retreat after a busy day. Marvel at stunning views of the waterfront from your balcony.
10 Hospital StreetCape Town, 8001, South Africa
Set between the V&A Waterfront and Signal Hill, Harbouredge offers modern apartments with over ’s skyline or . It features a gym and is provided.
The apartments are elegantly furnished, and come equipped with a fully leading into an open-plan lounge and dining room. The bathrooms include bathtubs and a separate shower.
32 Prestwich StreetCape Town, 8001, South Africa
The The Rockwell Luxury Suites offers self-catering accommodation with scenic views of Table Mountain, Signal Hill or the harbour. It features a health club with indoor swimming pool, gym and massage treatments.
Opening out onto panoramic patios, the spacious apartments are fitted with designer furnishings. Each includes a stainless steel kitchen with dining area and a large lounge with Smart TV.
23 Jarvis StreetGreen Point, Cape Town, 8051, South Africa
Purple House Accommodations offers a B&B and seven self-catering units situated in De Waterkant district, just 2 km from Cape Town City Center. An additional self-catering apartment is located within the City Centre, a 20 minutes’ drive from the Cape Town International Airport.
The modern furnished units offer different configurations and facilities. All of the units include a seating area and a kitchen. The en-suite bathroom contains free toiletries.
137 Waterkant StreetCape Town, 8001,South Africa
This charming guest house with Georgian-style façade is situated in the heart of De Waterkant Village. It offers views over Cape Town landmarks Table Mountain and V & A Waterfront from its rooftop terrace.
The Charles is comprised of 3 historic Georgian houses connected together. Rooms feature African art work and original Cape cottage furniture. Each room offers amenities including free WiFi, a ceiling fan and tea-coffee maker. Some rooms offer an open-plan bathroom.
Victoria Rd, Clifton, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
Clifton Private Beach Villa featuring an outdoor swimming pool and a bar, a full kitchen with a dishwasher, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms This villa has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
Fulham Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
This secure and luxurious mansion includes a maid and bulter service. It is equipped with a heated pool, private gym, home cinema and 6 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar and there is a pool table and 3 lounges for relaxation.
84 Camps Bay Dr, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8040, South Africa
Merridew Villa is a stylish 6-bedroom villa, five of the six bedrooms are en suite and some of them have a balcony with ocean views, a fully equipped kitchen and separate lounge areas for guests to relax in. as well as an outdoor pool.
23 Geneva Dr, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8040, South Africa
Geneva Drive Villa Offers air conditioned accommodation with 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, a living room, a dining area and a well-appointed kitchen with a dishwasher, and washing machine. An outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi
74 Waterkant Street,Cape Town, 8001,South Africa
This iconic gay eating, meeting and chilling spot is the longest standing venue in the heart of de Waterkant village and has been a firm favourite with locals and tourists alike.
Whether your intention is a quick bite to eat, a cheeky afternoon cocktail on the terrace, or a late night rendezvous in the bar, at this welcoming venue anything could happen.
120 Strand St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Spacious night time club, perfect for dancing with live DJ. Open Turs to Sat
55 Prestwich St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Conveniently located on Prestwich Street in the well-known De Waterkant area of Cape Town, Honey & Dora is a mix of a café style offering serving Breakfast and Lunch with a more relaxed bar vibe for after work drinks and a great Friends Catch-up spot.
Link Rd, Bothasig, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
The Gat Party Milnerton is a newly-established dance venue that offers a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for individuals who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTIA). At our establishment, patrons are encouraged to bring their own refreshments, ice and snacks, as no cash bar is provided.
46 Canterbury St, District Six, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
Hosts a busy cocktail hour, drag acts and live shows. Very busy during live show nights
10 Cobern St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Gay bar and nightclub in Cape Town with hunky barmen, sexy go-go dancers, and theme nights. Recently reopened in a new location (2024)
299 Lower Main Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
Gay cruise club with busy “underwear night” and very popular theme parties
Recommended Apartments and villas in Cape Town
Geneva Drive Villa
7 Bedrooms
- Air conditioned accommodation
- 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
- Living room, a dining area
- An outdoor swimming pool.
- Free WiFi & free private parking
Merridew Villa
6 Bedrooms
- Stylish 6-bedroom villa,
- Six Bedroom (5 ensuite)
- Balcony with ocean views
- A fully equipped kitchen
- An outdoor pool.
Hollywood Mansion
6 Bedrooms
- Secure and luxurious mansion
- A maid and butler service
- Heated pool, gym, home cinema
- 6 bedrooms
- 3 different lounges
Clifton Private Beach
3 Bedrooms
- Located on Clifton Beach
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Bar and full kitchen
- 3 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms
- Garden with barbecue facilities
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The Table Bay
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-Star, V&A Waterfront Location, Harbor Views
- Close to the gay district
- Minibar, flat-screen satellite TV
- Situated at V&A Waterfront, offers luxurious rooms with beautiful harbor and mountain views
The Westin
5 Star, Stylish
- 5-Star, Deluxe Bedding, Panoramic City Views
- Close to the gay district
- Floor-to-ceiling windows, free Wi-Fi
- Airy rooms with city views, features a gym with city views and a sun-drenched outdoor pool
The Capital Mirage
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5-Star, Rooftop Bar, Between City Centre and De Waterkant
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Flat-screen TV, kitchen facilities
- Offers spacious suites and apartments with modern amenities, ideal for convenience and luxury
Dock House Boutique
5 Star, Modern Classic
- 5-Star, Opposite Timeball Tower, Waterfront Views
- Close to the gay district
- Classic décor, balcony
- Located near V&A Waterfront, provides classic, spacious rooms with stunning waterfront views
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