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Reading House

4.0 star property
Upscale Cape Town guesthouse in Claremont with free breakfast

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Reading House

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Exterior
Balcony
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Bathroom
Property grounds

Overview of Reading House

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
5 Hellenburgh Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7708
  • Popular LocationNewlands Cricket Ground10 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Cape Town5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens10 min drive
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Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

King Bedded Room with Bath/Shower

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Bathroom shower

King Bedded Room with Shower

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Bedded Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Poolside Double Room with Shower

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Poolside Double Room with Shower

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cape Town

Reading House is located in Claremont, a neighbourhood in Cape Town. While the natural beauty of Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape Town Cruise Terminal. Check out an event or a game at Cape Town Stadium, and consider making time for Two Oceans Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Newlands Cricket Ground - 10 min walk
  • Cavendish Square - 15 min walk
  • University of Cape Town - 5 min drive
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive
  • Table Mountain - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Newlands Station - 8 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 18 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tin Roof - 13 min walk
  • Kelvin Grove Club - 9 min walk
  • Kauai - 12 min walk
  • Thai Cafe - 11 min walk
  • Stones - 13 min walk

About this property

Reading House

Upscale guest house located in Claremont
Consider a stay at Reading House and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and concierge services
  • Barbecues, outdoor furniture and meeting rooms
Room features
All guest rooms at Reading House offer comforts, such as dressing gowns, as well as
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • 5 bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Building
  • Built in 1948
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 8 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 400 per vehicle (one-way)

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 cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
24-hour pool access
Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Reading House Hotel Newlands
Reading House Newlands
Reading House Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa
Reading House Cape Town
Reading Cape Town
Reading House B&B Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse
Reading House Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse
Reading House Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Reading House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Reading House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Reading House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Reading House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Reading House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Reading House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 400 per vehicle applies.

Where is Reading House located?

Located in Claremont, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Newlands Cricket Ground, Newlands Stadium and Cavendish Square. Kingsbury Hospital and Table Mountain National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Newlands Station is 8 minutes by foot and Claremont Station is 10 minutes.

Reading House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

local and

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home was nice. Location a little far from sites. Staff was friendly and helpful. Property was deserted most of the time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Delicious breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect in every way
Friendly staff, very comfortable bed with lovely crisp linen, lovely location. This, topped with an outstanding breakfast, make this place a winner

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Person minding the guest house was not present for check in despite having been told what time we would arrive and that time being within their check in window. We waited for close to an hour to get in. She was very sweet and obliging but we barely ever saw her after checking in. No help in terms of advice for our stay in Cape Town etc. Very comfortable accommodation though.