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Gordons Guesthouse

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Double Bed Room | Terrace/patio
Double Bedroom, Optional Self-Catering | Private kitchen
Deluxe Twin Room OR King Bed Room | Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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25 Highfield Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8005
  • Place, Two Oceans Aquarium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Street
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Bedroom, Optional Self-Catering

Double Bedroom, Optional Self-Catering

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room OR King Bed Room

Deluxe Twin Room OR King Bed Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double Bed Room

Double Bed Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exterior

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About the area

Cape Town

At Gordons Guesthouse you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village and Table Mountain National Park. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and balconies. .The guest house's restaurant is a nice spot to grab a bite. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Cape Town City Centre guest house, attractions include Cape Town International Convention Centre and Camps Bay Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Long Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 4 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 19 min walk
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gold Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Espressolab De Waterkant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nobu - The One&Only Cape Town - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Strangers Club - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Gordons Guesthouse

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Gordons Guesthouse. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Cape Town guest house.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Gordons Guesthouse offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Tempur-Pedic beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 48-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Cape Town guest house provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of ZAR 250 (exact amount varies) at checkout
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets: ZAR 85 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of ZAR 2000 per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 15 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Aeroplane and shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 270 (one-way)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 270 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet deposit: ZAR 2000 per day
  • Pet fee: ZAR 85 per pet, per day
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Towels fee: ZAR 25 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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
This property accepts mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 15 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Gordons Guesthouse Hotel De Waterkant
Gordons Guesthouse De Waterkant
Gordons Guesthouse House Cape Town
Gordons Guesthouse Cape Town
Gordons Cape Town
Gordons Guesthouse Cape Town
Gordons Guesthouse Guesthouse
Gordons Guesthouse Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Gordons Guesthouse?

Yep, Gordons Guesthouse has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Gordons Guesthouse?

The closest beach to Gordons Guesthouse is Camps Bay Beach (5.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gordons Guesthouse?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gordons Guesthouse?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Gordons Guesthouse's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gordons Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Gordons Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 42 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Yu Pei

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay!

I loved my stay with Gordon! It was clean, safe, comfortable, and in a convenient location. What I liked most was it was a much more authentic experience than staying in a big hotel. This way, you experience local living, which is really cool. My room and bathroom were regularly cleaned and stocked and the price was quite reasonable. Plus, even though there were several other guests there, the layout of the house affords excellent privacy. I never saw anyone else and barely heard them either! Gordon is very friendly, kind, and always available for questions and recommendations. He even saved me an Uber ride by driving me to the cruise terminal himself when it was time for me to leave, which was so generous of him. I highly recommend his guesthouse! Thank you, Gordon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
In a lovely quiet area, that was ideal for walking to the city, Green Point, and the Waterfront.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leonard

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well located but very poor accommodation

On entry to the room it was clear that the owner lived in an open plan area adjoining the room and seems to share the bathroom. There was dirty bed linen soaking in the bath. The room was dirty and musty. We turned the aircon on to provide fresh air. We could not leave the door open because another room looks into the room we were allocated. Hotel.com should not have this on their books until the ensure the owner has passed and electrical inspection. The electrics tripped out overnight and there were no lights in the morning and no hot water. We checked out immediately and found another venue for the Cape Town Mining Indaba.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Eugene

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
No address given, no phone number to contact, just not again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

johan

Business traveller
On check in , my bathroom hadn’t been serviced at all. Brake marks in the toilet, hair in the wash basin, no shampoo or body lotion in the bathroom, virtually no toilet paper. Most disappointing and the worst possible welcome any guest can receive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Phillip

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lumka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Host very hospitable, clean and comfortable. beautiful artefacts, especially liked the stamp collection!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Find

Fast Friendly shuttle service from the airport. Gordon was Very Accommodating and Helpful. Great place to be in walking distance to shops, restaurants and the Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cape Town Guesthouse

Good location for walking to either the V&A Waterfront or downtown. Convenient to city bus routes. Breakfast is at a cafe about 2 blocks away. Nice start to the day. Gordon, the host, is very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

JEROME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kudo to Mr Gordon

MrGordon is an elder gentleman but went out if his way to see that we were comfortable. His location is very convenient to all the downtown hot spots Cape Town has to offer
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

IRENE

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Gordons Guesthouse De Waterkant

Small compact comfortable unit, within easy walking access to Waterfront. Very friendly and amenable host, who went out of his way to fetch us from the airport as car hire was booked out solid throughout Cape Town. Ideal for the short business trip.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Morten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Hans-Jürgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpfully.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Andree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GORDON was super helpful when our flight was delayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and quiet and convenient for wanting to be near the waterfront. The walk back was uphill.

10/10 Excellent

naeem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Place away from home

Warm hospitality and fantastic location!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing special at all... Especially at that price... It's basically some guy's house and u rent a room in his house. Would not consider this a guest house. At your own risk... I was not satisfied at all

6/10 Okay

Signe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Værelset var ikke i god stand. Flere ting virkede i stykker og slidt, men det var ok til et par dage.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Liselotte

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Pius

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zuerst hat uns Gordon die ersten 3 Nächte in ein Hotel geschickt. Überbucht. Das Deluxe Zimmer hat 9 m2 plus 2 m2 Dusche WC. Die Einrichtung ist in die Jahre gekommen. Vor allem die Bettwäsche. Am Schluss wollte er noch zusätzlich Fr. 75 für die drei Nächte im Hotel. Preis Leistung absolut nicht ok.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Gordon var väldigt hjälpsam. Han gav bra tips och råd i området och skjutsade oss gärna så fort vi behövde.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024