10/10 Excellent
Hindrik
13 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hindrik
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
The Anchor
Outdoor entertainment area with BBQs creates the perfect backdrop for relaxation, all surrounded by natural beauty in this serene escape
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The Anchor in Gordon's Bay provides a peaceful retreat where travelers can relax in the spa tub or gather around the firepit in the outdoor entertainment area. Guests stay connected with WiFi while enjoying easy access to the nearby nature reserve.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Spa pool
- Free Wi-Fi
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About the area
Located near the beach, The Anchor is in Gordon's Bay, a neighbourhood in Cape Town. Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blue Rock Adventure Park and Cape Town Film Studios. Enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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1 Faure St, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7151
What's nearby
Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve2 min walk - 0.2 km
Long Street43 min drive - 63.3 km
Cape Town International Convention Centre43 min drive - 63.6 km
Boulders Beach57 min drive - 71.5 km- Bikini Beach1 min walk - 0.1 km
Getting around
- Strand Station12 min drive
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)42 min drive
Restaurants
- On The Go18 min walk
- Gordon's Bay Coffee Cafe4 min drive
- McDonald's7 min drive
- Ocean Basket4 min drive
- The Bean And Barrel @ Bachelors14 min walk
About this property
The Anchor
Guest house located in Gordon's Bay
At The Anchor, you can look forward to a terrace, a firepit and an outdoor entertainment area. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
- A nature reserve, barbecues and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at The Anchor boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
- Guidebooks and local maps
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- Gym
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Things to do
- Hot tub
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- In a nature reserve
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 16 steps to reach entrance
- No lift
- Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
More
- Laptop workspace
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 24
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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 or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight
- Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: ZAR 400 per day
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, debit cards and cash
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is The Anchor pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Anchor?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM to midnight for a fee of ZAR 200.
What time is check-out at The Anchor?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Anchor located?
Located in Gordon's Bay, this guesthouse is steps away from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Bikini Beach. Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve and Harmony Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
The Anchor Reviews
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