Chelaya Country Lodge

3.5 star property
Beach Cape Town lodge in Helderberg Rural with free parking

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Stoney Pine
Banquet hall
The Homestead Villa | Private kitchen
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Gym
    GymGym
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Mondeor Road, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7129
  • Popular LocationLourensford Wine Estate8 min drive
  • Popular LocationVergelegen Wine Estate13 min drive
  • Popular LocationErinvale Golf Club13 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)32 min drive

Room options

The Waterside

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

The Stable

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Milkshed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family House

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds and 4 Single Beds

Panoramic Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

The Homestead Villa

  • Sleeps 11
  • 3 Double Beds, 4 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Stoney Pine

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Exclusive Chalet

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Garden Suite

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Sunset Cottage

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Garden Cottage

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Duck Pond 2

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Cape Town

At Chelaya Country Lodge you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Waterkloof Wines and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum. Highlights at this beach lodge include in-room pools, free WiFi and furnished balconies. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and gym. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Helderberg Rural lodge include Blue Rock Adventure Park and Harmony Park.

What's nearby

  • Waterkloof Wines - 7 min drive
  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 8 min drive
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 13 min drive
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 13 min drive
  • Bikini Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Van Der Stel Station - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gordon's Bay Fisheries - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gordon's Bay Coffee Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Streams Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Chelaya Country Lodge

Beach Cape Town lodge in Helderberg Rural with free parking
Chelaya Country Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Chelaya Country Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cape Town lodge is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Chelaya Country Lodge offers 12 accommodations with private pools and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include dressing gowns and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private in-room pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Private pool
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Chelaya Country Lodge Cape Town
Chelaya Country Cape Town
Chelaya Country
Chelaya Country Lodge Lodge
Chelaya Country Lodge Cape Town
Chelaya Country Lodge Lodge Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Chelaya Country Lodge?

Yep, Chelaya Country Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Chelaya Country Lodge?

The closest beach to Chelaya Country Lodge is Bikini Beach (5.8 km).

Does Chelaya Country Lodge have a pool?

Chelaya Country Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Chelaya Country Lodge?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Does Chelaya Country Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chelaya Country Lodge?

No, Chelaya Country Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chelaya Country Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Chelaya Country Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Chelaya Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge has potential.
The owner Ivan is very friendly and is involved in making guests feel comfortable. The unit was not in such a clean condition upon arrival (carpet, curtains and flies)and the cleaning policy states that no cleaning takes place during the weekend and the towels only get changed after 3 days. The lodge is quite secluded and peaceful, with the closest beach being a 6km drive away. There are 2 swimming pools (albeit small) on site that you can also enjoy should you not wish to drive to the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Carl

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
No maid service or tea and coffee replenishment. No hot water and water pressure terrible. Reasonably priced at R800 per night but compared to other places not good value. Breakfast not included and no facility to self cater.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great potential close to Gordon's Bay but ...
The venue is just off N2 which is convenient yet rather noisy due to road traffic. Staff and setting were pleasant yet our prefab room was an all in one bed, kitchenette counter, shower & loo which was a little awkward. Neighbouring room is divided by single panneled wall leaving little privacy with movement and conversation all heard. Venue is great with a lovely feel and super pool. Not what we were expecting though. Will not repeat.

10/10 Excellent

Fanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great surroundings, great value, highly recommende
A stone’s throw from picturesque Gordon’s Bay, this is a wonderful place to use as a halfway house en route to the Garden Route, or to stay for a few days. We stayed in a two-bedroom lodge, which had its own kitchen. Fireplaces inside and outside created a lovely ambience. It felt like we were out in nature, given the lovely surroundings. Michelle was the perfect host, giving information and advice on everything from food to family activities. Chelaya vomes HIGHLY recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodation was lovely but very difficult to find. Garmin took us down a dead end road. Google maps and Apple took us to Pick"n Pay delivery parking. This needs to be addressed. Also only one sign on gravel road intersection - no signage off the N2 and no visibility. Took nearly 2 hours to find.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relax and enjoy at Chelaya
Apart from minor invasion of ants (quickly addressed...and this is Africa after all...insects are everywhere!), we very much enjoyed the days we stayed here. Michelle kindly gave us a large room with en suite in the big house, and we loved chilling by the small pool in the mornings. Would have no reservations about staying there again. Mosquitoes were a menace at night too...so would prefer provision option of a mossie net over the bed...other than that, excellent.

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Garden delight
Nice and relaxed setting in lovely garden with two pools. Friendly staff

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The security was excellent here and we felt very safe and relaxed

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As above, conveniently close to N2

10/10 Excellent

Liata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel
A beautiful spot away from the city. Will definitely be back