Derwent House
Derwent House
With a pool and outdoor Jacuzzi, this boutique hotel is located just a 2-minute walk from the restaurants and shops in Kloof Street. Derwent House offers free fibre-optic WiFi and the property is not affected by frequent power outages as we have a full solar back-up system in place that powers the hotel.. Each air-conditioned room at Derwent House comes equipped with a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The rooms have a private bathroom with a bathrobe, slippers and amenities. There is also a self-catering studio available in the adjacent building. Guests can watch streaming services on device or ask the 24-hour reception staff to book a massage. The staff can also arrange shuttle services to Cape Town International Airport, a 20-minute drive away. Free tea, coffee and cake are available throughout the day on the sun deck or in the bar. When weather is chilly, guests can relax by the fireplace with a complimentary glass of port or sherry. Derwent House is situated an 8-minute drive away from the Table Mountain cable car. The V&A Waterfront, the Convention Centre and the beaches are a 15-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- VictoriaUnited Kingdom“Everything was fabulous, the staff, location, breakfast and other amenities.”
- PaulaUnited Kingdom“Everything, exceptional boutique hotel. The breakfast was amazing and their attention to detail was spot on! Staff so accommodating and friendly.”
- EveUnited States“My mother and cousin stayed here for my wedding weekend. They enjoyed the B&B so much they're already planning to come back to Cape Town to the United States largely to stay at Derwent House! The decor is so unique--both tasteful and distinctively...”
- AAnnabelUnited Kingdom“Everything about my experience staying at Derwent House was exceptional. From the incredible hospitality to the cosy communal living room to the amazing food - breakfast and the daily soup and cakes (put on during winter). I was on a business trip...”
- JulieAustralia“Beautiful, unique property in very convenient position with very caring staff. Delicious breakfast and afternoon tea. Very comfortable bed and easy to book tours.”
- KarenUnited Kingdom“Everything ! The location is perfect with great restaurants and bars close by, it was very safe too. The staff, service, food, drink was top notch. Nothing was too much trouble and the amount of complimentary food and drinks on offer daily was...”
- PeterBelgium“Beautiful small scale hotel (8 rooms) in a great location, out of the centre, but plenty of bars and resto’s close by. Really friendly staff and stylish, eclectic decoration.”
- RomanSpain“This is just a perfect small hotel: individual attention, comfortable room, delicious food! And a real fireplace to enjoy a complimentary glass of port or a cup of rooibos!”
- PatriciaCanada“We were more than satisfied with this property. We loved the decor! Service was exceptional. We arrived late and someone was there to greet us. We had to leave early and someone got up in the morning to cook us a quick breakfast -- very much...”
- ClareUnited Kingdom“Lovely decor in communal areas and in our room (Beautiful room); great breakfast; loads of restaurants within a short safe walk. 10 mins in an Uber to town centre and Table Mountain. Very helpful manager and staff.”
Hotel surroundings
Facilities of Derwent HouseGreat facilities! Review score, 9.7
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
Food & Drink
- Fruits
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Reception services
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Electric blankets
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
Wellness
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- Arabic
- German
- English
- Xhosa
- Zulu
House rulesDerwent House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Derwent House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about Derwent House
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Room options at Derwent House include:
- Double
- Suite
- Twin/Double
- Studio
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Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Derwent House on this page.
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The prices at Derwent House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Guests staying at Derwent House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- American
- Buffet
- À la carte
- Breakfast to go
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Derwent House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Swimming Pool
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Derwent House is 1.1 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Derwent House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.