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Somerset View Guest House

3.5 star property
Somerset West's garden retreat invites travelers to lounge by the seasonal pool or explore the region - a peaceful balance of relaxation and adventure.

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Somerset View Guest House offers a quiet escape in Somerset West with a seasonal outdoor pool and comfy loungers. Guests enjoy WiFi, a peaceful garden or terrace, and convenient laundry facilities that previous visitors appreciate.

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 NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

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
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
  • Garden view
  • 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
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Somerset West, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, Somerset View Guest House is near the airport and near theme parks. Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum and Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Spier Wine Estate and Dorp Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Markötter Sports Complex or Van der Stel. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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32 Abelia St, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130

What's nearby

  • Camps Bay Beach showing a sandy beach and a coastal town
    Camps Bay Beach
    34 min drive - 53.5 km
  • Boulders Beach showing rocky coastline, marine life and a sandy beach
    Boulders Beach
    44 min drive - 57.3 km
  • Heidelberg Golf Club
    3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Erinvale Golf Club
    10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate
    10 min drive - 8.4 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

Guest house located in Somerset West
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Somerset View Guest House. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
  • Beach towels, luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles and desks

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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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Property Registration Number 2020/216182/07

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does Somerset View Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Somerset View Guest House on 20 Mar 2026 start from NZ$180, 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.

Is Somerset View Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Somerset View Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Somerset View Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Somerset View Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Somerset View Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 632.50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Somerset View Guest House located?

Located in Somerset West, this guesthouse is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ster-Kinekor Somerset, Cheetah Outreach and Strand Golf Club. Flagstone Winery is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away. Firgrove Station is 30 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Somerset View Guest House Reviews

8.0

Very good

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

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

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

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

Theresa

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gaylen

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