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Somerset View Guest House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Cape Town with free parking

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3 Way View (3) | Beach/ocean view
Reception
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
A View 2 Sea (2)
3 Way View (3) | Bathroom

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec

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32 Abelia St, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130
  • Place, Heidelberg Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Erinvale Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Camps Bay Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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1 For All (1)

1 For All (1)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A View 2 Sea (2)

A View 2 Sea (2)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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3 Way View (3)

3 Way View (3)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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A View 4 you (4)

A View 4 you (4)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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Take 5 (5)

Take 5 (5)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cape Town

At Somerset View Guest House you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Ster-Kinekor Somerset and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Cheetah Outreach. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Somerset West guest house, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Strand Golf Club and 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Flagstone Winery.
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What's nearby

  • Heidelberg Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Camps Bay Beach - 36 min drive - 53.5 km

Getting around

  • Firgrove Station - 3 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 25 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crossley & Sons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Steffanie's Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪WCafe - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Somerset View Guest House

Guesthouse in Cape Town with free parking
As a guest of Somerset View Guest House, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Somerset View Guest House also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Cape Town guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Somerset View Guest House offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 126.50 for adults and ZAR 126.50 for children
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for a fee of ZAR 287.50; reservation required

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

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
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 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

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ZAR 126.50 for adults and from ZAR 126.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 632.50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 287.50

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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2020/216182/07

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • 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

Somerset View Cape Town
Somerset View Guest House Cape Town
Somerset View Guest House Guesthouse
Somerset View Guest House Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Somerset View Guest House?

Yep, Somerset View Guest House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Somerset View Guest House?

As of 25 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Somerset View Guest House on 27 Dec 2025 start from AU$158.24, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Somerset View Guest House?

The closest beach to Somerset View Guest House is Bikini Beach (11.9 km).

Does Somerset View Guest House have a pool?

Somerset View Guest House has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from January to December.

Does Somerset View Guest House serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is available weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Somerset View Guest 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 Somerset View Guest House?

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

Are pets allowed at Somerset View Guest House?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Somerset View Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

Choose your room carefully

The host and his family are exemplary in their friendliness and service. Our room had a few quirks such a lack of privacy and movement sensors on the bathroom light, and very little space. Ask for one of the room in the main house - many of them have great views too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

lynne

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Staff & service

One night in summer West

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

MR

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Henk

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

Realy nice place to stay an overnight or more

Realy nice helpful friendly …perfect place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

JM

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

Great stay

AS always the service and facilities were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gaylen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely lovely place with friendly helpful service.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019