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Head South Lodge

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Cape Town with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
Staircase
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Luxury Room | View from room
Deluxe Room | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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215 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Place, Sea Point Promenade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Green Point Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town Stadium
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
IPod dock
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

At Head South Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Sea Point Promenade and Green Point Park. Highlights at this boutique guest house include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The guest house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Three Anchor Bay guest house include Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street.
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What's nearby

  • Sea Point Promenade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Green Point Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Table Mountain National Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 6 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 9 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rockpool - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Paddy Malones - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nourish’d - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Head South Lodge

Guesthouse in Cape Town with free breakfast and outdoor pool
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Head South Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cape Town guest house is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Head South Lodge offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Fridges, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are not allowed at this property from October to April. The rest of the year they are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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, debit cards and cash
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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

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

Head South Lodge Cape Town
Head South Lodge
Head South Cape Town
Head South Lodge Cape Town
Head South Lodge Cape Town, South Africa
Head South Lodge Cape Town Africa
Head South Lodge Guesthouse
Head South Lodge Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Head South Lodge?

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

Is parking available at Head South Lodge?

Yep, Head South Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Head South Lodge?

Yep, Head South Lodge is a short 18-minute walk from Milton Beach.

Does Head South Lodge have a pool?

Head South Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Head South Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary English breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Head South Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Head South Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Head South Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Head South Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 131 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice hotel in a wonderful location of Cape Town that provides good accommodations without needing to be in a big, stuffy hotel. The breakfasts are really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Otto, Pointe-Claire

request for refund. We have booked a hotel reservation for Cape Town for May 13 to May 14, 1 night. At our arrival in Cape Town SA, we were unable to get in contact with the hotel, despite multiple phone calls and e mails prior to departure from Montreal. Instructions from the hotel were to call prior to arrival as there is no check-in after 10:00 pm. Our arrival in Cape Town was after midnight, we could not get in touch with them. The airport staff arranged a hotel for us at the airport. Only when we checked in, the hotel sent a message to contact the security, again no answer. Here are the dates; Hotel Head South Lodge Cape Town South, Check in 12.5, check out 13.5. Expedia itinerary no.73058929455214 The hotel at airport was Verde, can$ 195,00 Thank you Otto Dusbaba
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great stay here! The staff were so kind and helpful, the rooms are very comfortable and clean, and the morning breakfast is excellent. The main manager will help you with any need, from extra blankets to laundry-by-order.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, class to waterfront. Great breakfast
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 12 nights in the deluxe room on the top floor at the back of the property. Found the room to be of very high standard very spacious and very well equipped with more than adequate air conditioning. I was made to feel very welcome and found the staff extremely helpful I was particularly impressed with the breakfast selection and the general cleanliness Hotel was particularly suited for my needs as it was a great location for all the connections to the tourist excursions. In summary, I found my whole experience during my stay to be most comfortable and in my opinion value for money. Has a solo traveller I couldn't recommend this establishment highly enough.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and welcoming staff. Nice simple accommodation in a nice looking lodge. Location is convenient for walking to V&A / Green Point / Sea Point. Honesty Bar is a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benedict

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

Great location, lovely staff

Really impressed with everything, from location to cleanliness. I had two separate bookings which meant we needed to change rooms but the lady at reception (Jade?) pulled some strings to ensure we could stay put. Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing stay for 1 night in Cape Town. Massive room, massive comfy bed, big shower, very clean, simple but tasty breakfast, and in a great location a few minutes walk from SeaPoint
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Great first stay at Head South Lodge!

Very much enjoyed my first stay at Head South Lodge! The guesthouse is in a great location - close to Sea Point and the promenade along the water, but also 20-30 min walk to V&A Waterfront and a quick 10 min Uber to City Bowl. Bed was very comfortable, WiFi worked well, they have secure parking in front of the guesthouse. All of the staff were so kind, felt very safe here, and excellent breakfasts. I will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent, and hotel staff were accommodating and beyond friendly. Our room had a pleasant balcony, and we easily Ubered from the hotel to wherever we needed to go in the city. Breakfast buffet and the coffee options were also excellent!:) We did struggle with not being able to contact the lodge on our way in (we tried reaching out through the Expedia app but got no response), as we hoped for airport pickup or transportation suggestions. Unfortunately we did not hear back and ended up getting massively ripped off by a taxi who charged us about 4x the normal rate. Our advice: uber uber uber!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard, Surrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the Head South Lodge is like coming home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great Stay

Very comfortable stay, staff friendly and helpful, room was spacious modern and clean, breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location - a short walk to the promenade by Green Point lighthouse. There is a hot breakfast which is delicious and made to order. The front terrace is a nice place to sit out in the evenings, and there is an honesty bar. Place feels secure with a member of staff always on duty by the front gate. Very friendly and helpful front desk staff. Big thanks to Lee :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eoin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eoin

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were both professional and kind. The rooms were beautiful and comfortable. The breakfasts were well done and I loved that we were able to serve ourselves drinks and snacks on the honor system.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was very good for walking to the VA area and getting Ubers for other trips. The staff was outstandingly kind and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Owen William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, amazing breakfast, very nicely renovated facilities and central location. Was here only for a short stay but had a great experience. Best sleep i’ve had since i got here. will definitely stay again next time i’m in capetown.

8/10 Good

Rachael

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

Good value

Comfortable stay in a great/central location. Pool was sunny and the vibe was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tayo, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the convenience and cleanliness of the lodge; staff was very helpful and set me up with a local tour guide to see the coastline. Breakfast was always delicious!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019