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Southern Cross Guest House

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with full-service spa and seasonal outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Lobby lounge
Courtyard view
Terrace/patio
At Southern Cross Guest House, unwind with a glass of local wine on the tranquil terrace or by the cozy firepit. Guests can also indulge in reflexology at Balance and Thai Sabei spa, practice their swing at 36 holes of golf, sip coffee in the lobby, relax by the seasonal pool with sun loungers and umbrellas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Tonight

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Tomorrow

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room (Elephant)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2014
Sofa bed - queen
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Private kitchenette

Suite (Zebra)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Springbok)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 83 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Rhino)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room (Rhino)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2014
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Africa)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Economy Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Cheetah)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View (Buffalo)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Lion)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room (Lion)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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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.
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Map
20 Barlinka Avenue, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130

What's nearby

  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Cheetah Outreach - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Helderberg Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Firgrove Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 25 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steffanie's Place - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bossa Social Cafe & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hussar Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬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

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
  • 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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1958
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

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)
  • 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 major credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed 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

Cross Guest House Hotel
Southern Cross Guest House
Southern Cross Guest House Hotel
Southern Cross House
Southern Cross Guest House Cape Town
Southern Cross Cape Town
Southern Cross Guest House Guesthouse Cape Town
ern Cross House Cape Town
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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?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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 (4.4 km) from Cheetah Outreach and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Strand Golf Club. Lourensford Wine Estate and Helderberg Nature Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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