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In the heart of Cape Town, the Victorian-style Welgelegen House offers an outdoor pool and views of Table Mountain. Guests can relax in the spa area or borrow literature from the in-house library. All spacious rooms feature air-conditioning, a sitting area and free Wi-Fi facilities. A flat-screen TV and complimentary tea-and-coffee-making facilities are also available. Breakfast is served on the courtyard, overlooking the landscaped garden. A variety of local restaurants offering traditional foods can be found only 100 yards away. Day trips can be arranged and transportation is also available upon request at the concierge service. Welgelegen House’s guests can also enjoy relaxing treatments in the spa. The Gardens can be reached in a 5-minute walk and the 24-hour front desk staff can arrange private tours. Cape Town International Airport is 12 miles away and a shuttle service is available upon request.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Cape Town
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marlies
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Beautiful guesthouse, great location and shower with a view on table mountain.
  • Silvia
    Brazil Brazil
    The staff were perfect. My husband stayed there while I was in the hospital. They sent me flowers with a lovely card!!
  • Angie
    United States of America United States of America
    The property is lovely—beautifully decorated and lovingly maintained. Our room was spacious and comfortable.

Managed by RETURNAfrica

Company review score: 10Based on 189 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

What stirs you? Is it the call of the wild, the promise of places unexplored? Is it the intricacies of South African culture or perhaps the sheer grandeur of its landscapes? Return to Africa and you’ll find adventure and tranquillity, peace and purpose. With us, the benefits of your travel flow to the communities that are entwined with the land. Because it’s the embrace of the people and their places where the RETURNAfrica magic lies. Wherever you come from, you’ll find home at RETURNAfrica and we’ll be here to welcome you.

Property info

Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain, with unparalleled views of Lion’s Head, Welgelegen is our boutique guest house that oozes Cape charm. The luxurious space was converted into fourteen en-suite rooms from two Victorian houses, linked by a shady inner courtyard and pool that provides welcome respite during the heat of the day. It is truly a sanctuary in the city, located just a short walk away from the vibe of Kloof Street, and a few minutes’ drive from the Cableway, Camps Bay and the Waterfront. It makes perfect sense, then, when you find out that “welgelegen” means “well-situated.”

Neighborhood info

Black Sheep Restaurant. Company Gardens and High Tea at the Mount Nelson Hotel

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Welgelegen House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Welgelegen House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 3 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 3 and up are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Welgelegen House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Welgelegen House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, write this and your company details in the Special Requests box.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

FAQs about Welgelegen House

  • Check-in at Welgelegen House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Welgelegen House is 1 miles from the center of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Welgelegen House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Welgelegen House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Swimming pool

  • Room options at Welgelegen House include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Family

  • Guests staying at Welgelegen House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental