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SW1 Lodge

5.0 star property
Colonial Cape Town guesthouse in Somerset West with free breakfast

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Sea View | Living area
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Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View | Living area
Lobby lounge
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Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

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30-32 Elsenham Avenue, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130
  • Popular LocationLourensford Wine Estate5 min drive
  • Popular LocationErinvale Golf Club9 min drive
  • Popular LocationVergelegen Wine Estate11 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)21 min drive

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Sea View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, Fireplace, Partial Sea View

Luxury Suite, Fireplace, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View | Living area

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View | Bathroom

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View | Living area

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

A luxury stay in Cape Town awaits you at SW1 Lodge. You'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Lourensford Wine Estate and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Helderberg Nature Reserve. Highlights at this Colonial guest house include free cooked-to-order breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Bar serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast. The guest house's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of airport drop-off service. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Somerset West guest house include Cheetah Outreach and Eikendal Winery.
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What's nearby

  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 5 min drive
  • Cheetah Outreach - 6 min drive
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 11 min drive
  • Spier Wine Estate - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Firgrove Station - 6 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 26 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizzaman - 3 min drive
  • Tiger's Milk Somerset West - 3 min drive
  • Indigo Spur Steak Ranch - 3 min drive
  • St Andrews 19th Hole pub - 4 min drive
  • Bossa Social Café - 4 min drive

About this property

SW1 Lodge

Colonial Cape Town guesthouse in Somerset West with free breakfast
You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury SW1 Lodge. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Cape Town guest house.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
SW1 Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 300

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 750 per person
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 1:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat
SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat Cape Town
SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat House
SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat House Cape Town
SW1 Lodge Cape Town
SW1 Cape Town
SW1 Lodge Cape Town
SW1 Lodge Guesthouse
SW1 Lodge Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at SW1 Lodge?

SW1 Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at SW1 Lodge?

As of 1 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SW1 Lodge on 9 June 2024 start from AU$261.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at SW1 Lodge?

Yep, SW1 Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to SW1 Lodge?

The closest beach to SW1 Lodge is Bikini Beach (12.3 km).

Does SW1 Lodge have a pool?

SW1 Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 24 hours.

What makes SW1 Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at SW1 Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at SW1 Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does SW1 Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at SW1 Lodge?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at SW1 Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at SW1 Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at SW1 Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

SW1 Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Stuart

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place . Better than a hotel. Would recommend this to anyone a special treat .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yehuda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful experience, don’t miss this place
This place is absolutely incredible. I’ve heard a lot about it and was very pleased they had availability. The property is surrounded by a beautiful garden (with a pool), the rooms are exceptionally clean, new, and comfortable, and have everything you can ask for (it shows that this place pays attention to details). The staff is professional, helpful, and very kind. The breakfast was one of the highlights —amazing selection of fresh baked breads, fruits, and many other goods. I absolutely loved this place and will definitely stay here again when I’m back in Cape Town. Cannot recommend it more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Myco, Seattle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm torn about this place. Our stay was great overall: good breakfast, clean & wonderful room, secure property not impacted by load shedding. However, 2 things happened that made me lower my rating: 1. When I called to arrange late-night check in, I was told the service fee is R350. The SW1 website states the fee is R300. My South African partner called another time to inquire and was told it is R300. Thanks for adjusting it on my bill, but either update your site, inform your staff of the accurate price, or maybe just don't take advantage of "foreign" guests. 2. I left my gym shoes behind in our room's armoire. When I called a few days later, I was told housekeeping did not find anything. Listen, it's a boutique hotel with less than 8 rooms. If this was the Hilton or another large chain hotel with hundreds of rooms I could buy that answer. The manager who answered my call recognized my name & remembered the room I stayed in, which means it's a small enough hotel where the staff notices things. With 5-7 rooms total, your cleaning staff most likely did find my shoes, didn't report it (or did - who knows), and kept them. I'm familiar with how South Africa works. It's my own fault I left the shoes. The hotel isn't responsible for my belongings, but they are responsible for their staff & general conduct. The lack of principle here is bothersome: clearly taking advantage of a "foreigner" & the general dishonesty in conducting business. Don't think I'll return.

10/10 Excellent

Eduard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Koch SW1
Very friendly owner. Good service. Clean.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our entire experience at the SW1 Lodge was amazing. We were treated so well. Staff and owner are very attentive and the breakfast was wonderful. We felt relaxed and at home. Beautiful area of Capetown as well. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tonetha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay
Everything was fantastic. Would love to return soon. Thanks to Ed, John and Mercy, and all the staff for making my stay memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible experience! The only thing that wasn't 'excellent' was the wifi. There was hardly any wifi signal in the room. Had to step out and into the lounge to use the phonr
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018