Southern Cross Guesthouse
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Southern Cross Guesthouse

20 Barlinka Avenue, Somerset West, Western Cape, 7130, South Africa
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Amenities
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Surfing
Horse riding
Hiking
Massage room
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
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Property Description
With a stay at Southern Cross Guest House in Cape Town (Somerset West), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Cheetah Outreach and 5 minutes from Lourensford Wine Estate. This golf guesthouse is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Strand Golf Club and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Helderberg Nature Reserve.
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9.1/10
Great
Cleanliness9.1
Amenities9.1
Location9.1
Service9.1
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Surroundings
Airport: Cape Town International Airport
(33.1 km)
Train: Stellenbosch
(17.8 km)
Train: Cape Town Station
(45.8 km)
Landmarks: Cavalli Art Gallery
(360m)
Landmarks: Poinsettia Park
(400m)
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Rooms

Guest Reviews

Services & Amenities

Policies

Economy Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Cheetah)
6

Economy Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Cheetah)

Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Standard Room (Elephant)
6

Standard Room (Elephant)

1 double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Private toilet
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Africa Suite
10

Africa Suite

1 bedroom: 1 double bed | 1 living room
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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Zebra Suite
8

Zebra Suite

1 bedroom: 1 double bed | 1 living room
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Standard Room (Rhino)
2

Standard Room (Rhino)

1 double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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Standard Room (Lion)
7

Standard Room (Lion)

1 double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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Suite (Springbok)
6

Suite (Springbok)

1 bedroom: 1 double bed | 1 living room
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View (Buffalo)
7

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View (Buffalo)

1 king bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Guest Reviews

9.1/10
Great
43 reviews
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Amenities9.1
  • Location9.1
  • Service9.1
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Hospitality: This guesthouse is highly praised for its exceptional hospitality, with owners often described as friendly, attentive, and helpful without being intrusive.
r‍e‍f‍i‍l‍w‍e‍2‍0‍2‍5
June 5, 2025
Beautiful quiet place. Garden is nice and one can rewind. Close to the N2 road, and close to shopping amenities.
l‍e‍o‍0‍3‍7‍3
March 29, 2025
Wir sind schon mehrere Male in Südafrika gewesen und haben auch sehr viele verschiedene Unterkünfte gehabt dieses Guesthouse hat alle unsere Wünsche erfüllt und unseren Bedürfnissen zu 100 % erreicht. Die Lage ist einfach nur perfekt die Größe des Grundstücks und der Bewuchs ist unvergleichbar und lädt auch zum relaxen ein. Die Gastgeber waren super nett und freundlich, servierten jeden Tag ein vielfältiges Frühstück mit verschiedensten Sitzmöglichkeiten im Freien. Sie waren für jede Hilfe sofort zur Stelle und haben uns auch verschiedene Tipps und Restaurants empfohlen. Das Guesthouse befindet sich auf einen kleinen Hügel mit Blick aufs Meer. Für Golfer sehr zentral gelegen da 6 Golfplätze innerhalb von wenigen Kilometern erreichbar sind. Der Ort Somerset West ist ideal gelegen für Ausflüge in alle Richtungen und die unzähligen besten Vineyards Südafrikas. Wir kommen zu 100% wieder zurück in diese Unterkunft
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V‍e‍n‍t‍u‍r‍e‍1‍2‍1‍5‍0‍9‍3‍2‍3‍4‍3
March 28, 2025
Perfekte Unterkunft die keine wünsche offen lässt !!! Das Gutshauses befindet sich in einer absolut sicheren ruhigen und perfekten Lage in der Nähe von unzähligen Golfplätzen und Weinyards auf über 3000 Quadratmeter mit wunderschönem Bewuchs und perfekten Gastgebern die keinen wunsch offen lassen. Sie waren sehr hilfsbereit und haben gleich reservierungen von Restaurants vorgenommen.Wir kommen zu 100% wieder!!!
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 24, 2025
Vom ersten Tag an haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Das geschmackvolle Ambiente der Zimmer und des gesamten Guesthouse ist außergewöhnlich schön. Besonders gefallen hat uns die Freundlichkeit, Herzlichkeit und Hilfsbereitschaft von den Gastgebern Claudia und Marc. Sie haben uns gute Ratschläge für unsere Unternehmungen gegeben. Das Southern Cross Guesthouse ist ein optimaler Ausgangspunkt zum Erkunden der Kapregion und der unzähligen Weingüter, Kapstadt ist in einer halben Stunde zu erreichen. Wir kommen bestimmt gerne wieder. Aury und Dieter
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M‍a‍r‍t‍i‍n‍a‍ ‍T
March 17, 2025
Sehr persönliches Guesthouse mit aufmerksamen Gastgebern und viel Liebe zum Detail. Die großzügigen Außenbereiche mit verschiedenen Sitzecken und Sonnendecks sind perfekt, um zwischendurch zu entspannen. Wir waren zum ersten Mal in Somerset West, um die umliegenden Weingüter zu besuchen und haben tolle Tipps bekommen, auch abseits der großen, bekannten Namen– top! Die Lage ist dafür perfekt und jetzt, da wir wissen, dass es noch mehr spannende Weingüter in der Gegend zu entdecken gibt, kommen wir gern noch mal wieder.
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A‍n‍n‍e‍t‍t‍e‍ ‍R
March 1, 2025
Ausgezeichneter Service, sehr freundliche und liebenswerte Gastgeber, blitzsauber, wir kommen immer wieder gerne zurück in diese Wohlfühl-Oase, sehr gutes Frühstück mit Liebe zum Detail, gepflegter Pool, der an Sonnentagen auch mal zum relaxen einlädt
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k‍h‍o‍r‍n‍s‍6‍9‍7‍8‍9‍8
February 19, 2025
We enjoined to relax at the end of the day at the sundeck and dipping in the pool. Beautiful garden. The hosts were very friendly
s‍c‍h‍u‍c‍k‍i‍5‍8
February 12, 2025
Sehr schöne Unterkunft in sehr guter Lage in Somerset West. Von hier aus kann man in allen Richtungen Ausflüge und Aktivitäten planen. Claudia und Marc sind herzliche und freundliche Gastgeber, die stets für die Belange der Gäste zur Verfügung stehen und für deren Wohlbefinden sorgen. Leckeres Frühstück und die Sauberkeit der Zimmer sind noch hervorzuheben.
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Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
Bar
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Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Business Services
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Activities
Cleaning Services
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 12:00–18:00
Check-out: 09:00–10:30

The property will provide check-in details after booking

Child Policies
Children 12 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.

Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
StyleSet menu
AgeFee
Adult
Set menu:ZAR 200.00 (approx. PHP 637.76) per person
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Opened: 1958
  • Renovated: 2018
  • Number of Rooms: 8
With a stay at Southern Cross Guest House in Cape Town (Somerset West), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Cheetah Outreach and 5 minutes from Lourensford Wine Estate. This golf guesthouse is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Strand Golf Club and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Helderberg Nature Reserve.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. This Art Deco guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.

Satisfy your appetite at the guesthouse's coffee shop/cafe, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for Southern Cross Guesthouse?

The cancellation policy for Southern Cross Guesthouse varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Cross Guesthouse?

Standard check-in time at Southern Cross Guesthouse is 12:00-18:00 and check-out time is 10:30.

What amenities and services are available at Southern Cross Guesthouse ?

Southern Cross Guesthouse offer top amenities and services include Shuttle service.

Does Southern Cross Guesthouse provide breakfast?

Yes, Breakfast is offered at Southern Cross Guesthouse. Breakfast option(s): Full English/Irish.

Can I bring my pet inside the Southern Cross Guesthouse?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in Southern Cross Guesthouse.

How far is the Southern Cross Guesthouse from the closest airport?

The closest airport is Cape Town International Airport, and it is about 30 mins from hotel by car (33.1 km).

Is airport shuttle service offered by Southern Cross Guesthouse ?

Yes, at Southern Cross Guesthouse, an airport shuttle is available. We suggest you call ahead to confirm details.

About This Property

Nearest AirportCape Town Intl. Airport
Distance to Airport33.07KM
Nearest Train StationStellenbosch
Distance to Train Station17.82KM
Hotel Star Rating4