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Riversong Guest House

4.0 star property
Upscale riverfront guesthouse, walk to Newlands Brewery

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Exterior
Exterior
Garden Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV, first-run movies
Dining
River Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is AED 575
AED 661 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28

Explore the area

Map
14 Esme Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700
  • Popular LocationNewlands Cricket Ground8 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Cape Town4 min drive
  • Popular LocationKirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens10 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)19 min drive

Room options

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Leopard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Leopard Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Mountain View Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Mountain View Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Ethnic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Ethnic Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Blue Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Blue Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Floral Room

Floral Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Floral Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for River Room

River Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

River Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Garden Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Colonial Room

Colonial Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Colonial Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Riversong Guest House is located in Newlands, a neighborhood in Cape Town, and is in a shopping district and on a river. Two Oceans Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach. Check out an event or a game at Newlands Cricket Ground, and consider making time for Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Newlands Cricket Ground - 8 min walk
  • Cavendish Square - 9 min walk
  • Kingsbury Hospital - 2 min drive
  • University of Cape Town - 4 min drive
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Newlands Station - 6 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 15 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Picanha Steakhouse - 7 min walk
  • Kauai - 7 min walk
  • Tiger’s Milk - 9 min walk
  • Mamma Roma Restaurant - Newlands - 7 min walk
  • Barristers Restaurant - 8 min walk

About this property

Riversong Guest House

Upscale guesthouse near Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
Located close to Newlands Brewery and Newlands Cricket Ground, Riversong Guest House provides free English breakfast, a free manager's reception, and a rooftop terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a hot stone massage, Ayurvedic treatments, or aromatherapy. In addition to shopping on site and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as first-run movies and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate dining areas and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and first-run movies
  • Separate dining areas, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Free reception (select days)
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Accessible airport shuttle

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • First-run movies
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 150
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 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 welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 150 (subject to availability)
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Riversong Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Riversong Guest House?

As of 24 May, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riversong Guest House on 24 Jun, 2024 start from $180.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Riversong Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Riversong Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Riversong Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Riversong Guest House?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for ZAR 150 (subject to availability).

Does Riversong Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 650 per person applies.

Where is Riversong Guest House located?

Located in Newlands, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Newlands Brewery, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Newlands Stadium. Cavendish Square and Kingsbury Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km). Newlands Station is 6 minutes by foot and Claremont Station is 19 minutes.

Riversong Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoughtful details and bucolic neighborhood
The hotel had everything I could imagine I might need from umbrellas to wine in the room. Very thoughtful details. Charles and the rest of the team were very welcoming. There is a nice living room space on the second floor which looks out at table mountain, the backyard, and the pool. I particularly liked working from there.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

KS

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN DANIEL, Jeonju

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Calm beauty in the middle of the city
Riversong is everything you want in a guesthouse: stylish, clean, excellent staff, accommodating, attention to detail, small touches that make a difference. Located a 5 minute walk from Cavendish Square, Newlands sports ground and across Esme St from Sans Souci Girls High School, it is centrally located while also quiet even in the middle of a bustling work day. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maarten

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed with the family and the kids loved it. Very friendly staff, great location and very nice and clean room. Breakfast is a treat
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021