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Derwent House

4.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse with outdoor pool, near Kloof Street

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Exterior
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Interior
Exterior
Standard Double Room, Terrace | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Derwent House, near Long Street and Table Mountain, offers a tranquil oasis. Enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers and unwind at the bar or on the lush garden grounds. Previous guests rave about helpful staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Pool View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Mountain View

Highlights

Terrace
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, Terrace | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Beautiful Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Beautiful Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2023
  • 377 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
14 Derwent Road, Tamboerskloof/Gardens, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001

What's nearby

  • Kloof Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Long Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Camps Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 17 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 8 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 20 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Van Hunks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Asoka - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Our Local - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocoa Oola - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Upper Union - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Derwent House

Derwent House puts you just a 5-minute drive from Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool and indulge in massages. This Victorian guest house also features a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite carport
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service
  • Water dispenser

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1932
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 185 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 515 per room (one-way)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Derwent House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Derwent House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Derwent House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Derwent House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Derwent House?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 515 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Derwent House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Derwent House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Derwent House and nearby?

Derwent House has an outdoor pool and spa services, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Derwent House like?

Derwent House is a short 15-minute walk from Long Street and 4 minutes' walk from Kloof Street.

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