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Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026November 2026 edition
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels: 616 prompts across 56 destinations, a monthly edition checked before it is published.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% between editions.
The Bay Hotel
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 25 weeks.
Latest edition
1
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
7
best week
Mentioning AIs
1/6
latest edition
Total links
81
all time
Location
69 Victoria Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to The Bay Hotel at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“family friendly hotels in Cape Town”Cape Town, US5 of 6 AIs18 weeks28 quotes
“family friendly hotels in Cape Town”
Cape Town, US5 of 6 AIs18 weeks28 quotes
Gemini · 11-02
“Situated beachfront in Camps Bay with interconnecting rooms and suites ideal for families looking for a seaside getaway.”
ChatGPT · 10-19
“Its swimming pools, sea views, and location across from Camps Bay Beach suit families wanting a beach-focused holiday.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“Its location across from Camps Bay Beach, family suite options and nearby restaurants suit families wanting beach time and dining within walking distance.”
Gemini · 10-12
“Situated right on the beachfront of Camps Bay with family-friendly amenities, spacious rooms, and easy access to the beach.”
Copilot · 10-05
“Stylish hotel in Camps Bay with beach views, pools, and family-friendly amenities.”
Copilot · 09-28
“Beachfront property in Camps Bay offering pools, family suites, and relaxed dining.”
“hotels near Table Mountain, Cape Town”Cape Town, US5 of 6 AIs13 weeks16 quotes
“hotels near Table Mountain, Cape Town”
Cape Town, US5 of 6 AIs13 weeks16 quotes
Google AI Mode · 10-05
“Situated against the stunning backdrop of the Twelve Apostles and Table Mountain alongside the beach.”
Google AI Mode · 09-28
“An upscale beachside hotel nestled directly against the breathtaking backdrop of both the Atlantic Ocean and Table Mountain.”
ChatGPT · 08-31
“A beachfront hotel in Camps Bay that combines convenient access to Table Mountain with restaurants, bars, and the beach.”
ChatGPT · 08-31
“A beachfront hotel in Camps Bay that combines convenient access to Table Mountain with restaurants, bars, and the beach.”
Perplexity · 08-24
“Iconic beachside hotel with easy access to Table Mountain views and Camps Bay’s amenities.”
Google AI Mode · 08-24
“Located right on the beachfront in Camps Bay, this upscale hotel provides a striking contrast of dramatic ocean vistas and the majestic Table Mountain backdrop.”
“best hotels in Cape Town”Cape Town, US4 of 6 AIs14 weeks16 quotes
“best hotels in Cape Town”
Cape Town, US4 of 6 AIs14 weeks16 quotes
Gemini · 10-12
“Located right across from the popular Camps Bay beach, this stylish beachside hotel features chic poolside bars and gorgeous coastal vistas.”
Gemini · 09-28
“Situated directly across from Camps Bay beach, it features airy upscale quarters, stylish poolside bars, and stunning ocean views.”
Copilot · 09-21
“Stylish beachfront hotel with airy rooms, poolside bars, and casual dining.”
Copilot · 09-14
“Stylish beachfront hotel in Camps Bay with pools, bars, and direct access to the promenade.”
Gemini · 09-14
“Located directly across from Camps Bay Beach, it provides airy beachside accommodations with lively poolside bars.”
Gemini · 09-07
“An upscale beachside hotel featuring airy quarters, casual dining, and stylish poolside bars overlooking Camps Bay.”
“luxury hotels in Cape Town”Cape Town, US3 of 6 AIs6 weeks6 quotes
“luxury hotels in Cape Town”
Cape Town, US3 of 6 AIs6 weeks6 quotes
Gemini · 10-12
“A chic 5-star beachside retreat offering stylish poolside bars and direct access to the vibrant beachfront of Camps Bay.”
Gemini · 09-14
“An airy beachside luxury destination complete with stylish poolside bars and prime access to Camps Bay.”
Gemini · 09-07
“This stylish beachside hotel provides airy luxury quarters right along the famous Camps Bay beachfront.”
Perplexity · 07-27
“Stylish beachside luxury with sweeping Atlantic views and vibrant dining.”
Perplexity · 07-20
“Oceanfront location with stylish, relaxed luxury and easy beach access.”
ChatGPT · 05-18
“A lively beachfront luxury hotel in Camps Bay known for sunset views and easy beach access.”
“best hotels in Cape Town for couples”Cape Town, US3 of 6 AIs7 weeks7 quotes
“best hotels in Cape Town for couples”
Cape Town, US3 of 6 AIs7 weeks7 quotes
Gemini · 10-12
“Situated right on the beachfront with stunning ocean views and chic poolside bars, it is ideal for couples looking for a vibrant yet relaxing coastal escape.”
Gemini · 09-28
“Provides a glamorous beachfront experience with stylish poolside bars and breathtaking ocean views for a romantic getaway.”
Gemini · 09-14
“Positioned directly on the beachfront of Camps Bay, it provides breathtaking ocean views and chic poolside bars for an unforgettable couple's vacation.”
Gemini · 09-07
“Situated directly on the upscale Camps Bay beachfront, it offers couples airy rooms and stylish poolside bars with stunning ocean views.”
Google AI Mode · 08-24
“Situated right on the upscale beachside of Camps Bay, this hotel treats couples to dramatic sunsets and phenomenal ocean and mountain backdrops.”
Perplexity · 08-03
“Stylish beachside retreat with poolside options and sunset views for couples.”
“best hotels in V&A Waterfront, Cape Town”Cape Town, US2 of 6 AIs4 weeks5 quotes
“best hotels in V&A Waterfront, Cape Town”
Cape Town, US2 of 6 AIs4 weeks5 quotes
Copilot · 08-31
“Iconic luxury hotel offering panoramic views of Table Mountain and direct access to the waterfront mall.”
Copilot · 08-31
“Iconic luxury hotel offering panoramic views of Table Mountain and direct access to the waterfront mall.”
ChatGPT · 06-22
“A traditional 5-star hotel directly connected to the Waterfront mall, offering convenience, views, and easy access to shops and attractions.”
Copilot · 06-01
“A grand 5‑star hotel directly connected to the V&A Waterfront mall with stunning ocean and mountain views.”
Copilot · 05-25
“Iconic five-star hotel directly connected to the V&A Waterfront mall with stunning ocean and mountain views.”
“best hotels in Cape Town for solo travelers”Cape Town, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
“best hotels in Cape Town for solo travelers”
Cape Town, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
Perplexity · 07-27
“Beachfront setting with lively ambiance, easy access to beaches and sunsets—ideal for social travelers who want a resort vibe.”
ChatGPT · 05-11
“Perfect for solo travelers seeking social vibes near the beach”
“best hotels in Cape Town for business travelers”Cape Town, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in Cape Town for business travelers”
Cape Town, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
ChatGPT · 06-22
“Premium waterfront hotel with strong executive amenities and convenient access to business dining and meetings in the V&A Waterfront.”
“hotels in Cape Town with rooftop pool”Cape Town, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“hotels in Cape Town with rooftop pool”
Cape Town, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
ChatGPT · 05-18
“Beachfront resort-style hotel with rooftop and ocean-view pool experiences in Camps Bay.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Mentions per AI assistant, by edition
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| October 19, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| October 12, 2026 | 1 | 4 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| October 5, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| September 28, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| September 21, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 |
| September 14, 2026 | — | 3 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| September 7, 2026 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| August 31, 2026 | 4 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 7 |
| August 24, 2026 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| August 17, 2026 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | 3 |
| August 10, 2026 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| August 3, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | — | 3 |
| July 27, 2026 | — | — | 5 | — | — | — | 5 |
| July 20, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | — | 3 |
| July 6, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| June 29, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| June 22, 2026 | 3 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 5 |
| June 15, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| June 8, 2026 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| June 1, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 4 |
| May 25, 2026 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| May 18, 2026 | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 3 |
| May 11, 2026 | 3 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 5 |
| May 4, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (81 links)
Direct 80%OTA 4%Google Travel 16%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20260 links / 1 mentions
October 19, 20261 links / 1 mentions
October 12, 20265 links / 5 mentions
October 5, 20262 links / 2 mentions
September 28, 20264 links / 4 mentions
September 21, 20262 links / 2 mentions
September 14, 20266 links / 6 mentions
September 7, 20267 links / 7 mentions
August 31, 20267 links / 7 mentions
August 24, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 17, 20263 links / 3 mentions
August 10, 20261 links / 1 mentions
August 3, 20263 links / 3 mentions
July 27, 20265 links / 5 mentions
July 20, 20263 links / 3 mentions
July 6, 20261 links / 1 mentions
June 29, 20261 links / 1 mentions
June 22, 20265 links / 5 mentions
June 15, 20261 links / 1 mentions
June 8, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 1, 20264 links / 4 mentions
May 25, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 18, 20263 links / 3 mentions
May 11, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 4, 20261 links / 1 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other