Cape Town is a popular gay holiday destination, it's summer in the European winter, and no time difference from there. Just a pretty long flight though.
Most gay places are located in the area called De Waterkant. There are plenty of hotels nearby. Check out our hotel page for some recommendations and a map link to hotels near the gay bars and clubs.
Hotel recommendations and mapCafe manhattan bar and restaurant in the Waterkant gay village is a popular meeting place attracting a laid-back crowd. Manhattan has a varied menu at very reasonable prices, regular art exhibitions and live music.