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Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa

3.5 star property
Guests find tranquility at this boutique hotel with its inviting outdoor pool and convenient dry cleaning services for hassle-free stays

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Welgelegen House offers a peaceful retreat in Cape Town City Centre. Travelers can relax poolside, enjoy continental breakfast on their private balcony, or browse the library for a quiet reading session. The central location makes it an ideal base for exploring the city.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Cape Town, Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa is in the city centre. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cape Town Stadium or Newlands Stadium. With windsurfing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
Map
6 Stephen Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001

What's nearby

  • South African National Gallery
    South African National Gallery
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Long Street
    Long Street
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bree Street
    Bree Street
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kloof Street
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cape Town Medi Clinic
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station
    5 min drive
  • Cape Town Station
    10 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Van Hunks
    5 min walk
  • Our Local
    7 min walk
  • Asoka
    4 min walk
  • Rick’s Cafe Americain
    5 min walk
  • Nelson's Eye
    8 min walk

About this property

Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa

Boutique hotel near Long Street
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and concierge services
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Deep-soaking baths, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Separate sitting areas, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR220 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 750 per room (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Welgelegen Boutique Guest House Hotel Cape Town
Welgelegen Boutique Guest House Hotel
Welgelegen Boutique Guest House Cape Town
Welgelegen Boutique Guest House Cape Town
Welgelegen Hotel Cape Town Central
Welgelegen Cape Town Central
Welgelegen House Hotel
Welgelegen House Cape Town
Welgelegen Boutique Guest House
Welgelegen House Hotel Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM-5:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 750 per room applies.

Where is Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa located?

Located in Cape Town City Centre, this boutique hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kloof Street and Long Street. Cape Town Medi Clinic and De Waal Park are also within 10 minutes. Cape Town Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Welgelegen House by RETURN Africa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

10

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely property, feels very homey, great breakfast, lovely staff. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time and were impressed with the accommodations. The locations were perfect for dinning. Breakfast was excellent and each afternoon they put out treats.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay of one week was wonderful in every aspect, with special recognition for the staff. Everyone from the house manager to the kitchen staff to the maintenance man made sure to check with us daily to ask if we needed anything. Everyone was friendly and over the course of our stay we got to know some of the staff quite well. They also provided excellent suggestions for places to visit in and around Cape Town. In particular, the house manager arranged for a guided tour of the Langa Township, which was very worthwhile. My wife and I are vegan and the kitchen staff prepared some things for us that were beyond their normal breakfast offerings. I would recommend Welgelegen House to other vegan travelers. The room was very comfortable, with firm mattress beds, roomy storage shelves, closet, and a spotless bathroom with both a tub and shower. On the main floor there is a nicely appointed lounge area with comfortable chairs, couches, books, games, etc. The location is within walking distance Kloof Street, Company's Garden, and much of the the downtown area. It's also easily accessible for Uber or taxi pick up. We would definitely stay here again and would also recommend Welgelegen House to our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Wonderful we loved it thank you again for all your kind attention
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The team went above and beyond to make our stay special. We were staying at Welgelegen just after our wedding nearby and the team accommodated an early check in (and made it quick as they assumed our day would be busy!) and greeted us with champagne and a lovely card. The room was amazing (the bed so comfortable and bath luxurious!) and the breakfast was delicious! Thanks for everything Prince and all the staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einfach gemütlich und gut gelegen. Sehr nettes Personal, charmante Zimmer und gleich ums Eck der Kloof Street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

françois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
accueil, qualité et état de la maison, des chambres, des petits déjeuners, bref à peu près tout
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at this hotel! We started our honeymoon here with a short one night stay prior to staying in another capetown hotel. This place was absolutely stunning, and the staff was beyond words! They warmly welcomed us starting from pickup at the airport and we’re extremely attentive and engaging. We cannot recommend this place more! Loved our time here- it was too short!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Entspannte Atmosphäre, herzliche Umsorgung durch alle Mitarbeiter, gutes Frühstück, schattiger Poolbereich
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric&Barbara, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is truly amazing. They greet you and treat you like family. A marvelous introduction to Cape Town!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfekt om man ska bo i Kapstaden några nätter!

Ett litet hotell i Gardens som hade allt vi önskade som trevlig och hjälpsam personal, fräscha rum, bra frukost. Har bara gott att säga om hotellet. Även en mysig innergård med en liten pool som tilltalade.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Londonlots of ni e coffee shops

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful oasisin Cape Town

A lovely guest house with friendly, helpful staff in a quieter area of Cape Town. Close to the shops and restaurants on Kloof Street and easily accessible to all the sights in and around the city. A great base.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lilin Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice