A luxury stay in Cape Town awaits you at The Clarendon - Fresnaye. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Sea Point Swimming Pool and Sea Point Pavillion. Highlights at this family-friendly guest house include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free buffet breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. The guest house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Sea Point guest house include Camps Bay Beach and Cape Town International Convention Centre.
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Long Street - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Observatory Station - 11 min drive
Cape Town Station - 12 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Brash - 7 min walk
Jarryds - 7 min walk
Senate Bar - 7 min walk
Bootlegger Coffee Company - 7 min walk
Three Wise Monkeys - 7 min walk
About this property
The Clarendon - Fresnaye
Luxury guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
The Clarendon - Fresnaye offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.
Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury The Clarendon - Fresnaye. Free self parking is available.
This 5-star Cape Town guest house is smoke free.
16 guestrooms or units
Buffet breakfast (free)
Deli
Childcare (surcharge)
Towels for the beach
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Library
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Gift shop
Newspapers in lobby (free)
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
The Clarendon - Fresnaye offers 16 accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Satellite televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Library
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
High chair
In-room babysitting
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach towels
Garden
Terrace
Spa
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Accessibility
No lift
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Clarendon - Fresnaye
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 major credit cards, debit cards 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 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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
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Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at The Clarendon - Fresnaye?
Yep, The Clarendon - Fresnaye has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at The Clarendon - Fresnaye?
As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Clarendon - Fresnaye on 9 Dec 2025 start from AU$664.62, 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 The Clarendon - Fresnaye?
Yep, The Clarendon - Fresnaye is a short 12-minute walk from Milton Beach.
Is there a spa on site at The Clarendon - Fresnaye?
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials and body treatments.
Does The Clarendon - Fresnaye have a pool?
The Clarendon - Fresnaye has 2 outdoor swimming pools.
Is The Clarendon - Fresnaye family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and 2 outdoor pools, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Clarendon - Fresnaye is a hit with families.
Does The Clarendon - Fresnaye serve breakfast?
Sure does, free buffet brekkie is available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Clarendon - Fresnaye?
No, The Clarendon - Fresnaye does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at The Clarendon - Fresnaye?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Clarendon - Fresnaye?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.