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Southern Cross Guest House

Property class: 4

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Located close to Lourensford Wine Estate and Cheetah Outreach, Southern Cross Guest House provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a firepit. Sip and savour at this guest house, which boasts winery tours, a vineyard and a tasting room. Treat yourself to a Thai massage, a manicure/pedicure or reflexology at the on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Suite (Zebra)

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a white coffee table, a patterned rug, and a kitchen area with a zebra-themed artwork.

Suite (Zebra)

  • Water view
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite (Springbok)

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

Suite (Springbok)

  • Water view
  • 83 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View (Buffalo)

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View (Buffalo)

  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room (Lion)

A bed with a tufted headboard, two framed pictures on the wall, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Room (Lion)

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room (Rhino)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a hanging light fixture.

Standard Room (Rhino)

  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite (Africa)

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and artwork on the wall.

Suite (Africa)

  • Ocean view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room (Elephant)

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a mirror, a bathroom, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room (Elephant)

  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Cheetah)

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small kitchenette, and a mounted TV.

Economy Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Cheetah)

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Somerset West, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, Southern Cross Guest House is in the suburbs and near the beach. Lourensford Wine Estate and Strand Golf Club are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cheetah Outreach and Helderberg Nature Reserve. Morgenster Wine Farm and Vergelegen Wine Estate are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and horse riding nearby. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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20 Barlinka Avenue, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130

What's nearby

  • A cheetah with a spotted coat and a black collar.
    Cheetah Outreach
    9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Heidelberg Golf Club
    4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Helderberg Nature Reserve
    8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Lourensford Wine Estate
    9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Morgenster Wine Farm
    10 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Firgrove Station
    7 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station
    25 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crossley & Sons
    6 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean
    3 min drive
  • Simply Asia
    6 min drive

About this property

Southern Cross Guest House

  • Upscale guest house near Cheetah Outreach
  • Located close to Lourensford Wine Estate and Helderberg Nature Reserve, Southern Cross Guest House provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a firepit. Sip on a glass of local wine at this guest house, which boasts winery tours, a vineyard and a tasting room. Indulge in a Thai massage, a manicure/pedicure and reflexology at the on-site spa. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
    • Beach umbrellas, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • LCD TVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8 AM to 6 PM on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 to 200 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 36-hole adjacent golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open select days
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1958
  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property 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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 200 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 400 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 to 200 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 600 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Pet fee: ZAR 200 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 400 per night

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires a 1-night deposit to secure the booking. If the booking is only for 1 night, payment must be in advance.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from October to April
Reservations are required for golf tee times and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Cross Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Southern Cross Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of ZAR 200 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Southern Cross Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Cross Guest House?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Southern Cross Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does Southern Cross Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8 AM-6 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 600 per vehicle applies.

Where is Southern Cross Guest House located?

Located in Somerset West, this spa guesthouse is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Cheetah Outreach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lourensford Wine Estate and Strand Golf Club. Morgenster Wine Farm and Vergelegen Wine Estate are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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