8/10 Good
local and
12 Mar 2020
Liked: Staff & service
local and
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Reading House
4.0 star property
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Business services
- Laundry room
Explore the area
5 Hellenburgh Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7708
- Newlands Cricket GroundPlace, Newlands Cricket Ground9 min walk
- Newlands StadiumPlace, Newlands Stadium11 min walk
- Cavendish SquarePlace, Cavendish Square15 min walk
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)24 min drive
Room options
View all photos for King Bedded Room with Bath/Shower
King Bedded Room with Bath/Shower
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Queen Bedded Room
Queen Bedded Room
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for King Bedded Room with Shower
King Bedded Room with Shower
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Poolside Double Room with Shower
Poolside Double Room with Shower
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area
Cape Town
At Reading House you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Newlands Stadium and Newlands Cricket Ground. Highlights at this guest house include a complimentary breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Claremont guest house include Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre.
What's nearby
- Newlands Cricket Ground - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Newlands Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Cavendish Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Arderne Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
- Table Mountain National Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
- Newlands Station - 8 min walk
- Cape Town Station - 19 min drive
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
- Stones - 13 min walk
- Limnos Bakers - 15 min walk
- vida e caffè - 10 min walk
- JC Brasserie | Pub - 12 min walk
- Bootlegger Coffee Company - 14 min walk
About this property
Reading House
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Reading House. Self parking is free.
This 4-star Cape Town guest house is smoke free.
- 1 building
- 1 floor
- 5 guestrooms or units
- Conference rooms
- Built in 1948
- Buffet breakfast (free)
- Deli
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Storage area for luggage
- Concierge
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Newspapers in lobby (free)
- No smoking on site
Reading House offers 5 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and designer toiletries. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.
Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 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
- 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
- Snack bar/deli
Things to do
- 24-hour pool access
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
- Meeting rooms
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
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
- 1 building
- 1 floor
- Built in 1948
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 5 private bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Designer toiletries
- Dressing gowns
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- LCD TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
- Electric kettle
- Tea bags/instant coffee
More
- Connecting rooms available
- Fan
- Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 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 6 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, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
- Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 8 are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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 400 per vehicle (one-way)
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 cash
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.
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 cash.
We should mention
- Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
- Children 8 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
- Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
- Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
- Alcohol isn't served at Reading House.
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
Reading House Hotel Newlands
Reading House Newlands
Reading House Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa
Reading House Cape Town
Reading Cape Town
Reading House B&B Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse
Reading House Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse
Reading House Guesthouse Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Reading House?
Yep, Reading House has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Reading House?
The closest beach to Reading House is Camps Bay Beach (9.1 km).
Does Reading House have a pool?
Reading House has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 24 hours.
Does Reading House serve breakfast?
Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Reading House?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at Reading House?
Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Reading House?
No, only service animals are allowed.
Reading House Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
4.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
David
20 Dec 2018
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home was nice. Location a little far from sites. Staff was friendly and helpful. Property was deserted most of the time.
David
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
11 May 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Delicious breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stephen
10/10 Excellent
Catherine
28 Apr 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect in every way
Friendly staff, very comfortable bed with lovely crisp linen, lovely location. This, topped with an outstanding breakfast, make this place a winner
Catherine
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
1 Sept 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Person minding the guest house was not present for check in despite having been told what time we would arrive and that time being within their check in window. We waited for close to an hour to get in. She was very sweet and obliging but we barely ever saw her after checking in. No help in terms of advice for our stay in Cape Town etc. Very comfortable accommodation though.