Name: Derwent House
Address: 14A Derwent Road, Gardens, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa, 14A Derwent Road, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa
Rating: 9.5

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Hotel Derwent House

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Derwent House is the most beautiful little place. The facilities and shared spaces were just gorgeous and so comfortable. Amazing location, right in the Centre but on a quiet road so no noise. The staff were so friendly and attentive. I especially loved getting into bed to find a hot water bottle had been keeping it warm. This place is charming and full of lovely little touches which just make for a happy stay. I can’t wait to go back!

Fiona, United Arab Emirates

Amazing staff so attentive and helpful. Wonderful breakfast with so many choices. The best location, up the hill from everywhere you want to go!!!!

Richard, United States of America

The staff was very warm, welcoming and extremely helpful with guiding us with restaurant recommendations/reservations and booking activities in Cape Town! They were more than accommodating and the Derwent House felt so homey. The location was great for walking to dinner near by on Kloof Street (I recommend Black Sheep, Thali and Cafe Paradiso) and taking quick/cheap ($3-5) Ubers to table mountain, lions head, v&a waterfront etc. The breakfast was delicious every day with a generous buffet in addition to a menu made to order! The Derwent House felt safe and secure, with a gated area to park our car. I would highly recommend this property for your stay in Cape Town!!

Heather, United States of America

The breakfast was amazing, absolutely delicious! The common area was delightful and comfortable, loved the artwork. The room was very comfortable with excellent beds. Most of all, we loved the staff! They were very helpful and friendly. We felt at home, loved every minute and hated to leave.

Ron, United States of America

Derwent house remains the best guest house I have ever visited. I will keep coming back.

Andrew, United States of America

It's a lovely secluded property but close to many Cape Town attractions. The interiors are gorgeous and the hotel staff are lovely.

Eugene, United States of America

wonderful omelettes and unlimited coffee for breakfast!

Robert, United States of America

Staff are really helpful. Breakfasts cooked freshly to high standard. Free tea and cakes from 4pm. Wine and drinks with honesty system. Overall lots of lovely touches! The only disappointment was the weather! It was unbelievably windy for the whole of our stay.

Anonymous, United Kingdom

Absolutely amazing, the decor, the staff and the hospitality were amazing. Every attention to detail was made, so you had the best stay possible.

Donna, United Kingdom

This hotel was so friendly and helpful it was like staying with old friends. We eill never stsy anywhere elase in Cape Town.

Timothy, United Kingdom

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What guests loved the most:
“Derwent House is the most beautiful little place. The facilities and shared spaces were just gorgeous and so comfortable. Amazing location, right in the Centre but on a quiet road so no noise. ”

Fiona United Arab Emirates
“Amazing staff so attentive and helpful. Wonderful breakfast with so many choices. The best location, up the hill from everywhere you want to go!!!!”

Richard United States of America
“The staff was very warm, welcoming and extremely helpful with guiding us with restaurant recommendations/reservations and booking activities in Cape Town! ”

Heather United States of America
“The breakfast was amazing, absolutely delicious! The common area was delightful and comfortable, loved the artwork. The room was very comfortable with excellent beds. Most of all, we loved the staff! ”

Ron United States of America
“Derwent house remains the best guest house I have ever visited. I will keep coming back.”

Andrew United States of America
“It's a lovely secluded property but close to many Cape Town attractions. The interiors are gorgeous and the hotel staff are lovely.”

Eugene United States of America
“wonderful omelettes and unlimited coffee for breakfast!”

Robert United States of America
“Staff are really helpful. Breakfasts cooked freshly to high standard. Free tea and cakes from 4pm. Wine and drinks with honesty system. Overall lots of lovely touches! ”

United Kingdom
“Absolutely amazing, the decor, the staff and the hospitality were amazing. Every attention to detail was made, so you had the best stay possible.”

Donna United Kingdom
“This hotel was so friendly and helpful it was like staying with old friends. We eill never stsy anywhere elase in Cape Town.”

Timothy United Kingdom

With a solar-heated 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 fiber-optic WiFi.

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 a DVD from Derwent’s film library 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 located an 8-minute drive away from the Table Mountain cable car. The V&A Waterfront, the Convention Center and the beaches are a 15-minute drive away.

Gardens is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, food and mountains.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Cape Town! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Cape Town! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.3 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free parking available at the hotel

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An Inside Look at Derwent House

It's warm and intimate, cosy and comfortable, contemporary, but with a unique splash of Afrochic design throughout . . . it's Derwent House. You’re at the centre of the glorious rush that is this magical city – yet nestled in the comfort and serenity of your luxurious base camp in a quiet residential neighbourhood at the foot of Table Mountain, steps away from vibey Kloof Street. Where else could you be but here? We love colour and celebrate African design – you’ll find it everywhere. But when it comes to the basics – like breakfast, bedding, showers, climate control, Wi-fi or news from home – we don’t compromise so you don’t have to. A Cape Town boutique guesthouse experience with a difference – come see for yourself!

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, food and mountains – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Christopher Moller Gallery
0.3 miles
Mediclinic Cape Town
0.3 miles
FNB Bank ATM Lifestyle On Kloof
0.4 miles
De Waal Park
0.4 miles
Labia Theatre
0.5 miles
The Jumu'a Mosque Of Cape Town
0.6 miles
South African Museum And Planetarium
0.7 miles
South African Jewish Museum
0.7 miles
Long Street
0.7 miles
Grand Parade Square
0.8 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Manna Epicure Restaurant
0.1 miles
Cafe Paradiso Restaurant
0.1 miles
Checkers Supermarket
0.2 miles
Black Sheep Restaurant
0.2 miles
Melissa's Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
Woolworths Supermarket
0.5 miles
Green Market Market
0.6 miles

Natural Beauty

Table Mountain Mountain
1.2 miles
Lion's Head Mountain
1.2 miles

Closest Airports

Cape Town International Airport
11.2 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“We really enjoyed our stay here. The staff is so friendly and helpful and gave really good advice on what to do and what not. The location is perfect for explor...”

Imke

Netherlands

“The very tasteful design of the interiors. The quiet location away from the tourist waterfront. But above all the staff. They were amazing.”

Joanne

United Kingdom

“Everything. The apartment was beautifully decorated and clean, as was the reception, and pool area, just incredibly curated and elegant. The location was incred...”

Melis

United Kingdom

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2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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6:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Derwent House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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“Derwent House is the most beautiful little place. The facilities and shared spaces were just gorgeous and so comfortable. Amazing location, right in the Centre but on a quiet road so no noise. The staff were so friendly and attentive. I especially loved getting into bed to find a hot water bottle had been keeping it warm. This place is charming and full of lovely little touches which just make for a happy stay. I can’t wait to go back!”

Fiona

United Arab Emirates

“The staff was very warm, welcoming and extremely helpful with guiding us with restaurant recommendations/reservations and booking activities in Cape Town! They were more than accommodating and the Derwent House felt so homey. The location was great for walking to dinner near by on Kloof Street (I recommend Black Sheep, Thali and Cafe Paradiso) and taking quick/cheap ($3-5) Ubers to table mountain, lions head, v&a waterfront etc. The breakfast was delicious every day with a generous buffet in addition to a menu made to order! The Derwent House felt safe and secure, with a gated area to park our car. I would highly recommend this property for your stay in Cape Town!!”

Heather

United States of America

“The breakfast was amazing, absolutely delicious! The common area was delightful and comfortable, loved the artwork. The room was very comfortable with excellent beds. Most of all, we loved the staff! They were very helpful and friendly. We felt at home, loved every minute and hated to leave.”

Ron

“Staff are really helpful. Breakfasts cooked freshly to high standard. Free tea and cakes from 4pm. Wine and drinks with honesty system. Overall lots of lovely touches! The only disappointment was the weather! It was unbelievably windy for the whole of our stay.”

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	Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This air-conditioned room has a private balcony or terrace, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player. It offers a private bathroom with rain shower, bathrobe, slippers and luxury amenities. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Balcony • Bathrobe • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Patio • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Pool view • Landmark view • Hypoallergenic • Cleaning products • Electric blankets • Blu-ray player • City view • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Pool View 2 twin beds or 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This air-conditioned room overlooks or leads onto the pool and garden. It is equipped with a flat-screen TV with DVD player. The room has a private private bathroom with rain shower, bathrobe, slippers and luxury amenities. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Balcony • Bathrobe • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Patio • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Pool view • Hypoallergenic • Cleaning products • Electric blankets • Blu-ray player • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Entire unit located on ground floor • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Suite Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This spacious and air-conditioned suite has a lounge and separate bedroom, as well as private terrace. It is equipped with flat-screen TV, DVD player and a kitchenette. The separate private bathroom comes with hair dryer, bathrobe, slippers, and all amenities. This room accommodates 2 adults on the double bed and a third adult may be accommodated on a double sofa bed in the lounge area. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Microwave • Patio • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • iPad • Landmark view • Hypoallergenic • Cleaning products • Electric blankets • Blu-ray player • Coffee machine • City view • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper • Sofa bed Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Studio Apartment - 14A Derwent Road 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located in the neighboring building, this self-catering studio apartment offers city skyline views. It features a fully equipped kitchen and a lounge with flat screen satellite TV and DVD player. The private bathroom offers a separate shower and bath, bathrobe, slippers and luxury amenities. The unit has an extra length queen size bed and a double sofa bed. There is a dedicated off-street parking space. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Microwave • Dishwasher • Washing machine • Patio • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Kitchen • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Mountain view • Hypoallergenic • Cleaning products • Electric blankets • Blu-ray player • Coffee machine • City view • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Entire unit located on ground floor • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double or Twin Room with Table Mountain View 1 king bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom With views of Table Mountain, this air-conditioned room has a flat-screen satellite TV and a full bathroom with bath and separate shower cabin, equipped with bathrobes, slippers and luxury amenities. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Bathrobe • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • iPad • Mountain view • Landmark view • Hypoallergenic • Cleaning products • Electric blankets • Blu-ray player • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Studio Apartment 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This studio features a balcony, bathrobe and sofa. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Iron • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Kitchen • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Hypoallergenic • Cleaning products • Electric blankets • Blu-ray player • Coffee machine • City view • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper • Sofa bed Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in restaurants, food and mountains – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Facilities of Derwent House Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

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