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Acorn House is situated in an early 20th-century residence and features panoramic views of the bay and Table Mountain. It has an outdoor pool surrounded by lush gardens and offers guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. Rooms have hardwood floors and come equipped with a work desk and international power adapters. The private bathrooms include a bathrobe and luxury amenities. Some rooms feature a balcony with views of Table Bay. In the morning, guests can enjoy Nespresso coffee and a full-English breakfast on the terrace near the pool. The Deli Restaurant and several cafes are located less than a 5-minute walk away. The centre of Cape Town is a 3-minute drive from Acorn House. The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is 4 km away. Free public parking is possible on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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

Breakfast info

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

FREE parking!


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
3 single beds
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
High score for Cape Town

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eamonn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great hotel. Spotless. Great breakfast. The breakfast staff were great.
  • Bradshaw
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful rooms, amazing breakfast, staff were all friendly and kind and the managers were incredibly helpful. Located in a great area near Kloof street where there are brilliant restaurants. Would absolutely stay again.
  • Turid
    Norway Norway
    We had an amazing stay at acorn house - the perfect start for our family holiday. We were travelling with two children aged 2 and 5. They had all the needed equipment, and the friendly staff made sure to accommodate us by the pool with toys,...
  • Jan
    Belgium Belgium
    Very pleasant stay! I would recommend Acorn House to anyone considering visiting Cape Town!
  • Duncan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a fabulous place Acorn house is. The house and the gardens were just beautiful, from the stylish accessories in the rooms and communal areas to the comfiest sun loungers. The pool maybe small but it was so refreshing and the view of the...
  • Julian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Property was great in a good location, easy Uber ride to all the attractions, bars and restaurants. Owner and staff are all super helpful with great recommendations.
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A relaxing end to 12 days spent cycling in the Western Cap. The property is in an ideal location for all of Cape Town's highlights, while providing the benefits of living on the edge of a major city. Your host, Maaike, will help to organize your...
  • Stuart
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely small guest house in a perfect location. Very comfortable and the staff could not have been more helpful and friendly. Excellent breakfast too!
  • D
    Diana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location excellent close to everything and breakfast was very good.
  • Ulrike
    Germany Germany
    This place is lovely! Not only did we feel super comfortable & safe in this cozy guesthouse, everyone around made such an effort in making our stay perfect. Mice and her team really care about their guests - this made it special for us. The...

Managed by Acorn House Cape Town

Company review score: 9.9Based on 93 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Acorn House Team: Welcome to Acorn House, your home away from home where you will discover a warm ambiance and personalized service from all of us. We are here for you to add a special and personal touch to your stay, every day! We look forward to welcoming you and to guide you through the many exciting places to see and things to do!

Property information

Our Guesthouse: A lovingly restored 9-bedroomed guesthouse with panoramic views, built in 1904, full of character and Heritage. Our guesthouse is located in Oranjezicht, a residential suburb of Cape Town, nestled on the slope of Table Mountain, overlooking the Table Mountain cable car, Lion's Head, the City and Table Bay. We offer a generous and sumptuous two course breakfast, all day complimentary filter coffee and a variety of teas during your stay. Our rooms and suites are individually decorated, full of character and furnished with luxury bedlinen and bathroom amenities. Guests are invited to make use of a wide variety of refreshments on offer while enjoying the views from around the crystal-clear pool and our lush garden. Be our guest and make yourself at home while exploring Cape Town, its surroundings and all it has to offer.

Neighbourhood information

Acorn House Surroundings: Acorn House is located in Oranjezicht, a prime residential area in Cape Town on the foot of Table Mountain. The city centre, V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain and beaches are down the road from the guesthouse and only a few minutes drive away. The Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Cape Town wine estates and other attractions are easily accessible by car or the Hop On/Hop Off bus. Local restaurants and bars are closeby with a delicious deli restaurant situated opposite the road of the guesthouse. Attractions: - Table Mountain guided hike - Lion’s Head guided hike - Sunset picnic at Signal Hill, Llandudnou or Camps Bay Beach - Guided cultural/historic City Tour on foot - Robben Island Tour - Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens - Fine dining reservations - Local Restaurants & Bars reservations - Two Oceans Aquarium - Museums & Art Galleries - Cape Peninsula Tours - Cape Town Wine Estate reservations and much more...!

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,German,English,French,Dutch,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Facilities of Acorn House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar

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

Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Transport

  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas

Wellness

  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Languages spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Dutch
  • Xhosa

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

Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 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 of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroBankcard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Acorn 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Acorn House

  • The prices at Acorn House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Acorn House is 1.2 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Walking tours
    • Live music/performance
    • Swimming Pool

  • Guests staying at Acorn 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
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Acorn 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.

  • Room options at Acorn House include:

    • Suite
    • Double