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SW1 Lodge
Guesthouse
32 Elsenham Road, 7130 Somerset West, South Africa – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 22 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The staff here are amazing - I can't recall someone ever phoning me the day before my arrival to check my arrival time and dinner requirements. During my stay they were extremely helpful and friendly. The room was amazing with a lovely outside patio. You could see a lot of effort had even gone into choosing the furniture. 110% recommend.
Ben
South Africa
South Africabeautiful settings with very thoughtful touches that made it feel special
Mathew
South Africa
South AfricaAmazing. The room & property were breathtaking. Location was perfect. Our hosts & staff were informative & friendly. We are already planning a return trip.
Christian
United Kingdom
United KingdomVery friendly owners and staff. All their recommendations were top notch. Very good rooms and the most comfortable beds ever. Nice pool area. Beautiful house. We will definitely go back.
Agneta
Sweden
SwedenThere were new owners who were really nice and gave great tips. Also breakfast was really refreshing because for 1 time there was no buffet. Instead, you got several freshly prepared courses, very good.
Sanne
Belgium
BelgiumFrom the moment we arrived to when we left we were treated as royalty. The room was amazing - beautiful bathroom, gorgeous bed and loads of amenities . Breakfast was fabulous, especially on the gorgeous patio. Lovely decking area around the pool, fantastic bar area and the most incredible lounge room I’ve ever seen. Excellent location close to some great restaurants & the Strand, etc. The best aspect though are the staff - Ed, Mercy and hardworking John complement the owners brilliantly.
Steven
United Kingdom
United KingdomThe Staff is amazing. They really make you feel at home. They are just incredible! The facilities are beautyfull, spacious and clean. Felt like a king at my one castle!
Pedro
Portugal
PortugalSuper Lodge mit tollen Gastgebern in luxuriösen Ambiente jedoch ohne abgehoben zu sein. Tolles und abwechslungsreiches Frühstück und gut sortierte Bar. Exzellente Ausgangsbasis für diverse Unternehmungen.
Andreas
Germany
GermanySaubere und geräumige Zimmer, tolles Frühstück. Tolle Atmosphäre, Herzlichkeit und Freundlichkeit pur! Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und werden bestimmt wiederkommen.
Suzanne
Germany
GermanyEine tolle Lodge, super sympathische Gastgeber, alles perfekt
Johannes
Germany
Germany9.7
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22 reviews
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“The staff here are amazing - I can't recall someone ever phoning me the day before my arrival to check my arrival time and dinner requirements. During my stay they were extremely helpful and friendly. The room was amazing with a lovely outside patio. You could see a lot of effort had even gone into choosing the furniture. 110% recommend.”
Ben
South Africa
South Africa“beautiful settings with very thoughtful touches that made it feel special”
Mathew
South Africa
South Africa“Amazing. The room & property were breathtaking. Location was perfect. Our hosts & staff were informative & friendly. We are already planning a return trip.”
Christian
United Kingdom
United Kingdom“Very friendly owners and staff. All their recommendations were top notch. Very good rooms and the most comfortable beds ever. Nice pool area. Beautiful house. We will definitely go back.”
Agneta
Sweden
Sweden“There were new owners who were really nice and gave great tips. Also breakfast was really refreshing because for 1 time there was no buffet. Instead, you got several freshly prepared courses, very good.”
Sanne
Belgium
Belgium“From the moment we arrived to when we left we were treated as royalty. The room was amazing - beautiful bathroom, gorgeous bed and loads of amenities . Breakfast was fabulous, especially on the gorgeous patio. Lovely decking area around the pool, fantastic bar area and the most incredible lounge room I’ve ever seen. Excellent location close to some great restaurants & the Strand, etc. The best aspect though are the staff - Ed, Mercy and hardworking John complement the owners brilliantly.”
Steven
United Kingdom
United Kingdom“The Staff is amazing. They really make you feel at home. They are just incredible! The facilities are beautyfull, spacious and clean. Felt like a king at my one castle!”
Pedro
Portugal
Portugal“Super Lodge mit tollen Gastgebern in luxuriösen Ambiente jedoch ohne abgehoben zu sein. Tolles und abwechslungsreiches Frühstück und gut sortierte Bar. Exzellente Ausgangsbasis für diverse Unternehmungen.”“0”
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Germany
Germany“Saubere und geräumige Zimmer, tolles Frühstück. Tolle Atmosphäre, Herzlichkeit und Freundlichkeit pur! Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und werden bestimmt wiederkommen.”“0”
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Germany
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Ben
South Africa“The staff here are amazing - I can't recall someone ever phoning me the day before my arrival to check my arrival time and dinner requirements. During my stay they were extremely helpful and friendly. The room was amazing with a lovely outside...”- MathewSouth Africa“beautiful settings with very thoughtful touches that made it feel special”
Christian
United Kingdom“Amazing. The room & property were breathtaking. Location was perfect. Our hosts & staff were informative & friendly. We are already planning a return trip.”- AAgneta
Sweden“Very friendly owners and staff. All their recommendations were top notch. Very good rooms and the most comfortable beds ever. Nice pool area. Beautiful house. We will definitely go back.” - Sanne
Belgium“There were new owners who were really nice and gave great tips. Also breakfast was really refreshing because for 1 time there was no buffet. Instead, you got several freshly prepared courses, very good.” 
StevenUnited Kingdom“From the moment we arrived to when we left we were treated as royalty. The room was amazing - beautiful bathroom, gorgeous bed and loads of amenities . Breakfast was fabulous, especially on the gorgeous patio. Lovely decking area around the pool,...”- Pedro
Portugal“The Staff is amazing. They really make you feel at home. They are just incredible! The facilities are beautyfull, spacious and clean. Felt like a king at my one castle!” 
Andreas
Germany“Super Lodge mit tollen Gastgebern in luxuriösen Ambiente jedoch ohne abgehoben zu sein. Tolles und abwechslungsreiches Frühstück und gut sortierte Bar. Exzellente Ausgangsbasis für diverse Unternehmungen.”- SuzanneGermany“Saubere und geräumige Zimmer, tolles Frühstück. Tolle Atmosphäre, Herzlichkeit und Freundlichkeit pur! Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und werden bestimmt wiederkommen.”
JohannesGermany“Eine tolle Lodge, super sympathische Gastgeber, alles perfekt”
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is the shower separate from the bath ?Hello yes it is separate.Answered on December 3, 2021
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Is there bath and shower?Yes there is a bath and shower but because of South Africa's water situation we do not have plugs in the bath and ask guests to shower onlyAsked about: King Suite with Terrace • Answered on September 23, 2019
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Hi, do you allow late check in?yes, for a extra charge of 300 randAnswered on February 28, 2022
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Hosted by Moritz & Katherin
10
Host Review Score
Moritz & Katherin
SW1 captures the spirit of a bygone era. You will feel like you are in a special corner of Africa. Here you’ll find a majestic safari-inspired lodge, a verdant indigenous garden and a warm welcome. The EuroAfrican aestheticoffers elegant European elements that live easily with vibrant African colours and décor.Enter and enjoy the special charm of the relaxed but always attentive service provided by SW1’s small dedicated team who strive to deliver on our promise of a warm, personalised and authentic guest experience
A warm welcome to our beautiful, relaxing and heartful Guesthouse set in a leafy suburb of Somerset West, on the doorstep of the Cape Winelands.
We and our small dedicated team will do everything we can to offer you an unforgettable stay, and we look forward to SW1 becoming your second home far from home.
We wish you “Ubuntu” and for you to arrive as a guest and leave as a friend.
Moritz + Katherin
Owners and hosts
SW1 is situated in in easy proximity to major and minor road networks - Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Strand Beach, Gordon’s Bay, Pringle & Betty’s Bay, Kleinmond & the Overberg. Cape Town International Airport is 25 minutes away in easy traffic and Cape Town is 35 minutes away. Hermanus is an hour’s drive.
Somerset West abounds in wine estates, fine and casual dining restaurants, retail therapy at a variety of retail outlets, golf choices par excellence and a wide choice of outdoor activities including beach walks, hiking, biking, birdwatching, surfing, kayaking and visiting nearby animal sanctuaries.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,German,English,Spanish,Italian
Area info
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Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
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Silwerboomkloof Nature Reserve0.9 miles
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Heidelberg Golf Club1.2 miles
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Waterstone Village Shopping Centre1.3 miles
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Somerset West Golf Club1.6 miles
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Somerset Mall1.9 miles
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NG Kerk Somerset West1.9 miles
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Helderberg Nature Reserve2.1 miles
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Somerset Value Mart2.1 miles
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Oudhuis Centre2.1 miles
Restaurants & cafes
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Cafe/Bar Waterstone Mini Mall2 miles
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Cafe/Bar Schoon Bakery2.8 miles
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Restaurant Longride4.3 miles
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Restaurant Cavalli5 miles
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Cafe/Bar Lourensford Wine Estate5 miles
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Restaurant Waterkloof5.6 miles
Top attractions
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Asara Wine Estate7.5 miles
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Oom Samie se Winkel8.1 miles
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Jonkershoek Nature Reserve8.3 miles
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Stellenbosch University8.7 miles
Natural Beauty
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Mountain Helderberg Nature Reservation4.8 miles
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Ocean/Sea Gordons Bay11.2 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
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Strand Beach3.3 miles
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Greenways Beach4.9 miles
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Caymen Beach6 miles
Public transit
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Train Somerset Railway Station2 miles
Closest Airports
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Cape Town International Airport15 miles
How to get to SW1 Lodge from Cape Town International Airport
Car
Free parking is available.
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All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Amenities of SW1 Lodge
Bathroom
Bedroom
Outdoors
Kitchen
Room Amenities
Activities
Living Area
Media & Technology
Food & Drink
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Front Desk Services
Entertainment & Family Services
Cleaning Services
Business Facilities
Safety & security
General
Accessibility
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Languages Spoken
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
SW1 Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Please inform SW1 Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
