Kirstenhof is located in the
Southern Suburbs region of Cape Town, which is primarily residential, and where some of the city's most desirable properties are located. The suburb is located near the
M3 freeway, which forms the neighborhood's western border. On the eastern side is a mix of retail and light industrial buildings. To the north is Blue Route Mall - located within the suburb of
Tokai. To the south is the suburb of
Lakeside as well as the Westlake Golf Club. In terms of commerce, Kirstenhof is near multiple business parks, including Westlake Business Park and Steenberg Office Park. Kirstenhof is situated approximately 21 km from
Cape Town CBD, 29 km from
Cape Town International Airport, and 26 km from
Century City. == Housing ==