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Riversong Guest House

4.0 star property
Mountain guesthouse with outdoor pool, near Newlands Brewery

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Floral Room | Terrace/patio
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River Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters
Near Newlands Cricket Ground, Riversong Guest House offers a tranquil oasis with a rooftop terrace and seasonal outdoor pool. Relax with aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments at the onsite spa, Hot tub on Roof, and unwind in the garden or enjoy English breakfast.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool and lazy river
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Kitchenette
  • Separate dining area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is $184
$211 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Leopard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Leopard Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Mountain View Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Mountain View Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Ethnic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Ethnic Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Blue Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Blue Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Floral Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Floral Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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River Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

River Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Garden Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Colonial Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Colonial Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
14 Esme Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700

What's nearby

  • Newlands Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Newlands Cricket Ground - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cavendish Square - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Cape Town - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 18 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 15 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 31 min drive
  • Newlands Station - 6 min walk
  • Claremont Station - 19 min walk
  • Rondebosch Station - 25 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Stones - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Limnos Bakers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tiger's Milk - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Roma - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Barristers Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Riversong Guest House

Riversong Guest House features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. The restaurant is perfect for a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the hot tub for a relaxing end to the day. There's an outdoor pool and a lazy river, and in-room conveniences at this Tuscan guest house include refrigerators and microwaves. Public transportation is close by: Newlands Station is just 6 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • 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 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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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 parking available only on request
    • Free secured, covered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Free offsite parking within 2 ft
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private picnics
  • Free reception (select days)
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Lazy river
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Private winery tours
  • Shopping
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1998
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Designer stores on site
  • Lazy river
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Tuscan architecture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels
  • First-run movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Area shuttle and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 150 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Riversong Guest House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Riversong Guest House?

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

Is parking offered on site at Riversong Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Riversong Guest House?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 650 per person one-way.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 150 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Riversong Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Riversong Guest House and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours and ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Riversong Guest House also has a lazy river and a garden, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Riversong Guest House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Riversong Guest House have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.

What's the area around Riversong Guest House like?

Riversong Guest House is located by the river in Newlands, a short 6-minute walk from Newlands Station and 8 minutes' walk from Newlands Cricket Ground.

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