Our father, Hans Kristen, was Born in 1941 on a Coffee farming estate in Tanzania. Among many adventures around the globe, he was well known for pioneering in the Gemstone mining industry in Tanzania, East Africa, where he was appointed as GM for operating and managing the mines. Later in life, he went on to purchase land in the Seychelles, where he met our mother Regine, and opened a chain of jewelry carrier stores. After the revolution in the Seychelles, they left shore together for South Africa, and built the first property in Newlands, Cape Town in 1983. Over the years, he built many houses in Newlands - but the now "Panorama Guest House" was always his 'prize'. The once family home was converted into a Guest House 10 years later, in 1994! Sadly - Hans passed away in December 2017. Today, we, his two children (Dirk and Karoline), along with the newly appointed General Manager (Herman) have taken on the commitment to continue operations, offering warm, professional 'home-style' stays, be it business or leisure, long or short. Panorama offers affordable, quality accommodation, perched atop the highest point of Newlands forest against Table Mountain. ~

Nestled at the foothills of Table Mountain, Panorama Guest House has been providing a cosy home-style getaway for everyone from families on holiday to travelling business people for over 20 years. Open the garden gate and connect to our forest sanctuary; thrive as you synchronize your natural rhythm to the elements surrounding some of the most pristine indigenous treasures of South Africa. We offer a unique guesthouse sanctuary experience, attune to the majestic views from our rooms, lounge and poolside deck, boasting unobstructed 180° views, spanning across the Hottentots mountain range, and even the distant blue seas surrounding Cape Point. All rooms have a desk, flat-screen TV with Smart Media Player (Netflix, YouTube, etc.), a private bathroom, high quality bed linen and towels. Every room includes a safe, most rooms have a balcony and all feature stunning views of the Southern Suburbs below over the all-access pool and deck. All rooms provide guests with a clothing wardrobe, mini-fridge, a kettle as well as stocked tea and coffee stations. On request, we optionally offer a high quality continental, or a Full English breakfast, served from 08:00 to 10:00. Some of our Amenities include: Rim-flow Pool and Large Entertainment Deck Safe, free parking Communal lounge and garden spaces Direct access to the Newlands Forest Reserve Braai (barbecue) facilities Free WiFi Internet Access (Fibre) Please note that the Panorama Guest House property is the highest property in Newlands, and there is a short, but relatively steep incline to reach our front door via the main driveway/entrance. Our rooms are also only accessible via some extra steps. Due to our unique property design and architecture, our grading excludes “inside parking”. We do however offer all guests dedicated usage of our designated, very safe, off-street parking. These parkings are conveniently situated directly outside the main entrance gate.

If you are looking to venture around Cape Town, we are situated 2.2km from the world famous Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, 12 km from the V&A Waterfront and the Robben Island Ferry, 14 km from the Table Mountain Cableway as well as various sandy beaches. If arriving via airplane, we are a mere 19 km from the Cape Town International Airport. Please note that the Panorama Guest House property is the highest property in Newlands, and there is a short, but relatively steep incline to reach our front door via the main driveway/entrance. Our rooms are also only accessible via some extra steps.