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Balmoral Lodge

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Cape Town with 2 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk

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Balmoral Lodge in central Bellville offers relaxation and entertainment. Guests can cool off in two outdoor pools, sip drinks at the poolside bar, or browse the art gallery. The arcade/game room provides extra fun, while the garden offers scenic views.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 173
AED 198 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
13 Constable Street, De La Haye, Bellville, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7530

What's nearby

  • Stikland Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bloubergstrand Beach - 16 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 19 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Long Street - 19 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Camps Bay Beach - 25 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 8 min drive
  • Stikland Station - 16 min walk
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sanlam Cafeteria - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stikland Fisheries - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪indigo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bloemhof Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Balmoral Lodge

Guesthouse located in Eikenbosch
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and an art gallery on site at Balmoral Lodge. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/game room.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • A billiards/pool table, outdoor furniture, and a computer station
Room features
All guestrooms at Balmoral Lodge feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 30 km
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 100 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 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 at the property
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 noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 380.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 100 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 360 per person (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 380.0 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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 organization.

Property is also known as

Balmoral Cape Town
Balmoral Lodge Cape Town
Balmoral Lodge Cape Town
Balmoral Lodge Guesthouse
Balmoral Lodge Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Balmoral Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Balmoral Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Balmoral Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Balmoral Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Balmoral Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–8:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 360 per person applies.

Where is Balmoral Lodge located?

Located in Eikenbosch, this guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Stellenbosch Business School, Cool Runnings Toboggan Park, and Tyger Valley Shopping Centre. Louis Leipoldt Medi-Clinic and Karl Bremer Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km). Stikland Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Balmoral Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cobus

Liked: Staff & service
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kernell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice scenery
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly forthcoming staff, wonderful friendly service and true South African warm hearted wonderful style and experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are the best. They made my stay fantastic. The living quarters were great, unfortunately I was right near the kitchen which is quite noisey. The room was a little cramped because of the awkward corner it was in. But that didn't take away from the lovely experience I had. Very attentive and friendly staff from the front desk to the kitchen to housekeeping. The art and quarters in the main communal area were beautiful. I would definately go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness
The room i had was a bit remote and in a different building/location to the reception, and to drop off keys etc was out of the way and inconvenient. Wifi wasnt working on the first night and no hairdrier in the room. But it was convenient for my training location so acceptable. Mattress was comfortable, heater worked and it was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tembeka

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They said we were making noise while we were not even there we also ran out of toilet papers we waited for 5 hours to get them clean our room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Grumpy

1 If a table / work surface is provided a chair might be helpful. 2If the room has an adjoining door, it should be more soundproof. 3What is the point of a winter weight duvet on a bed during a South African Summer.? Solve 2 + 3 and I might actually have been able to sleep in the bed provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Potential to be great - but not quite there yet

The lodge has great potential, but management needs to focus on the detail. On arrival, there was no water in the en-suite bathroom. The kettle in the room was filthy, and I had to request a clean one from reception. But most disappointing was that the room was not connected to the generator like the rest of the lodge was, and I was not informed of this when booking or when checking in. Should I stay here again I would really like to see that these issues have been dealt with.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok good staff but room need more cleaniness.close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy Lodge

The lodge was situated not too far from Cape Town. The rooms were cosy and beds were so comfortable! Would go there again anytime!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Randall, Vancouver Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lady at the front desk was wonderful to deal with. Breakfast was included and they exceeded my expectations. The staff were lovely. I got in late and they waited up for me (did call them about month before). Had to fetch my frail mother from an old age home nearby. The facility and services exceeded the price. Great value. Randall. Canada.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pretty good

There was a mix-up of some kind when attempting to check in, where we were told our booking was cancelled despite it being confirmed on hotels.com website they were able to rectify this and check us into a different room. Following this our stay was uneventful, the room was large, the bed comfy and the breakfast was good. The area where it is located is a little out of the way, but the hotel has tall security gates around the property and secured parking..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was perfect as it was close to the business location, clean room, friendly staff and a spacious room. Will stay here again when I have business in Bellville again.

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfy

Very nice rooms and great breakfast... checkin was a bit confusing, but friendly.

6/10 Okay

Leif

Liked: Staff & service

Overnatningssted.

Ifgl beskrivelsen var der restsurant - men der skal bestilles mad dagen før og vi kom kl 19. Det stod IKKE i Hotel.com beskrivelse. Dog var der ret få km til nærmeste spisested.

8/10 Good

BERTRAND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel confortable proche de l'aéroport, excellent service.

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here due to proximity to airport. The property is deceptively expansive with lots of interesting art work in several buildings. Breakfast was substantial. This is on the way to the wine country. Nicer locations in the wine country itself.

6/10 Okay

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The actual property was basically good, had a small pool and an area for relaxing, plus secure parking. The close surrounding area was not desirable at all. But if you have a car it was easy to get to food restaurants etc.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gutes Hotel im Standrand von Cape Town

War knapp eine Woche dort. Alles zu meiner Zufriedenheit.

8/10 Good

Remo, Rubigen

Liked: Room comfort

Sehr freundlicher Empfang, gutes Zimmer.

Sehr angenehm

10/10 Excellent

Nicol, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I missed my flight and booked into Balmoral.

It was just on the spur of the moment booking and I will definitely go back.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice location, but a bit far away from Cape town city centre

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem 20 minutes from Cape Town Airport

The Balmoral Lodge is a hidden gem whose oasis of serenity is only a 20minute drive from Cape Town airport. Why stay at an over priced and impersonal run-of-the-mill airport hotel? You could be sipping cocktails instead next to a beautiful turquoise pool, under a uniquely designed South African"lapa" With an abundance of friendly, caring staff; spacious accommodation that tastefully reflects the African culture; an extensive breakfast buffet included in your stay (or add-on a dinner) at prices that don't blow the budget - the Balmoral Lodge has no trouble holding its own against many so called "superior" hotels. I give the BL TWO Thumbs UP and am happy to say that I have plans to book back here again next year!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home

Very charming lodge. Staff go out of their way to make the stay super pleasant. Great breakfast too.