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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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 56 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests raved about the <b>friendly staff</b> and delicious <b>breakfast</b> at Derwent House. The <b>location</b> is ideal for exploring nearby restaurants and attractions. Guests appreciated the <b>comfortable rooms</b> and the charming bar. The property offers a welcoming atmosphere, making it a delightful stay.
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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Cape Town
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Victoria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was fabulous, the staff, location, breakfast and other amenities.
  • Paula
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything, exceptional boutique hotel. The breakfast was amazing and their attention to detail was spot on! Staff so accommodating and friendly.
  • Eve
    United States United 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...
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    Annabel
    United Kingdom United 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...
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful, unique property in very convenient position with very caring staff. Delicious breakfast and afternoon tea. Very comfortable bed and easy to book tours.
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United 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...
  • Peter
    Belgium Belgium
    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.
  • Roman
    Spain Spain
    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!
  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    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...
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United 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 House
Great 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/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free 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 service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional 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 shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome

    Wellness

    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge

    Languages spoken

    • Arabic
    • German
    • English
    • Xhosa
    • Zulu

    House rules
    Derwent House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 00:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 06:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
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    The fine print
    Need-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

    • Room options at Derwent House include:

      • Double
      • Suite
      • Twin/Double
      • Studio

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Derwent House on this page.

    • 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.

    • 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

    • Derwent House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Swimming Pool

    • Derwent House is 1.1 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Derwent House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.