Featuring garden views, The Views Guesthouse in Somerset West offers accommodations, pool with a view, a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. This guest house features free private parking and a shared kitchen. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the mountain and pool. At the guest house, all units are fitted with a wardrobe and a TV. Each room is fitted with a coffee machine, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while some rooms are fitted with a balcony and some have sea views. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available each morning at the guest house. As an added convenience, The Views Guesthouse offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at the accommodation. Heidelberg Golf Club is 1.7 miles from The Views Guesthouse, while Stellenbosch University is 11 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 17 miles from the guest house.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
8.7
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  • Vyonne
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was great, and the setting is beautiful! Stunning views!
  • Ayaan
    Australia Australia
    Everything! Fantastic customer service, very comfortable bed, clean and exquisite views! Couldn't recommend enough.
  • Linda
    United States of America United States of America
    it was clean and very comfortable. Christine was a wonderful host and made our friend who lived near by welcomed. Her breakfasts were amazing.

Hosted by Christine

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Christine
The Views Guesthouse is situated in a quiet residential area of Somerset West, at the gate of the Cape Winelands. It features a spacious garden, large terrace and swimming pool. Every room at The Views Guesthouse has a garden and mountain view. It comes equipped with a satellite TV, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities en-suite bathroom and a fridge. Various restaurants are within minutes from the guest house.
We are an international family of three and our two friendly Ridgebacks are also part of our family. We relocated from Europe in 2019 and are so happy and proud to call South Africa our new home. Many years ago we fell in love with the special and beautiful people of South Africa, the stunning nature and diverse cultures. We look forward to welcoming you to our home and want it to be your home during your stay with us.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,German,English,French

Area info

Amenities of The Views Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Playground
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • French

House rules

The Views Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

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 of all ages 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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 350 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 350 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about The Views Guesthouse

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

  • Check-in at The Views Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

  • The Views Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Playground
    • Swimming pool

  • Room options at The Views Guesthouse include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at The Views Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • The Views Guesthouse is 2.2 miles from the center of Somerset West. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.