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Reading House, Cape Town
5 Hellenburgh Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, 7708Show on map
- Taxes included · no booking fees
- Check-in from 2:00 PM
About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
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Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Debit cards not accepted, Cash
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Reading House. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
With a stay at Reading House in Cape Town (Claremont), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. This guesthouse is 10 mi (16.1 km) from Camps Bay Beach and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Newlands Stadium.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Newlands Cricket Ground - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Newlands Stadium - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Cavendish Square - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Kingsbury Hospital - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi Table Mountain National Park - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi Kenilworth Race Course - 3.3 km / 2 mi University of Cape Town - 3.8 km / 2.3 mi Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi Vincent Pallotti Hospital - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi Groote Schuur Hospital - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi Constantia Village - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi Athlone Stadium - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi District 6 - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi Groot Constantia Winery - 9.6 km / 5.9 mi Beau Constantia - 9.7 km / 6 mi The nearest major airport is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 16.9 km / 10.5 mi
In Cape Town (Claremont)
Most popular facilities
Wifi
Parking
Breakfast
Swimming Pool
Front Desk
Laundry Facilities
Newspaper
Wheelchair Accessible
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Facilities of Reading House, Cape Town
16 amenitiesHighlights
Wifi
Parking
Breakfast
Swimming Pool
Front Desk
Laundry Facilities
Newspaper
Wheelchair Accessible
Internet1
- Wifi
Parking1
- Parking
Food & drink2
- Breakfast
- Snack Bar
Wellness3
- Swimming Pool
- Pool
- Newspaper
Services3
- Concierge
- Front Desk
- Laundry Facilities
Accessibility1
- Wheelchair Accessible
Safety & security1
- Smoke-Complimentary Property
General4
- Luggage Storage
- Water Sports
- Meeting/Conference Facilities
- Bbq Facilities
House rules
Check-in
From 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Minimum age to check in: 18
Check-out
From 11:00 AM
Cancellation / prepayment
Cancellation charges depend on the room rate you select. See the penalty timeline under each room option above.
Fees & extras
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 400 per vehicle (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
24-hour pool accessChildren 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Alcohol is not served at this property.
Special instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedThis property accepts cash.
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