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Alba House Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only B&B near Afrikaans Language Monument

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Lobby sitting area
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamp, and a view of a garden through a sliding door.
A spacious living area with a view of mountains, a white sofa, a dining table, and a decorative vase.
A modern living room with a white sofa set, a dining table with a white tablecloth, and a view of a lush garden and mountains through large windows.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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16 Lille Street, Courtrai, Paarl, Western Cape, 7646
  • Place, Laborie Wine Farm
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Afrikaans Language Monument
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Cape Town
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A modern bedroom with a brown leather sofa, a white bed with patterned bedding, and a white nightstand with lamps.

Superior Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a lamp, a wooden chest, and a view of greenery through the window.

King Size bed or Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (King Sized Bed)

A modern bedroom with a brown leather sofa, a white bed with patterned bedding, and a white nightstand with lamps.

Double Room (King Sized Bed)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Large)

A modern bedroom with a brown leather sofa, a white bed with patterned bedding, and a white nightstand with lamps.

Superior Double Room (Large)

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Paarl

In suburbs.You'll find Afrikaans Language Monument and KWV Wine Emporium within 2 miles (3 km) of this B&B. Also, Fairview Wines is within 3 miles (5 km) and Boschenmeer Golf Estate is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Laborie Wine Farm - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Afrikaans Language Monument - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Boschendal Estate - 26 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • University of Cape Town - 49 min drive - 42.4 miles
  • Bloubergstrand Beach - 49 min drive - 38.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Simonsvlei - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Knus Karoo Kombuis - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bossa Nova - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sadiecoffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Alba House Bed & Breakfast

4-star adults-only B&B near Afrikaans Language Monument
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle within 50 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Alba House Bed & Breakfast. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and limo/town car service. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool and health club at a partner property.

This 4-star Paarl bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1953
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Alba House Bed & Breakfast offers 4 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Paarl bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Alba House Bed & Breakfast

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 15 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 15 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 450 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 550 per person (roundtrip)
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 450 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in September and close in May.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 15 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Alba House B&B
Alba House B&B Paarl
Alba House Paarl
Alba House Guest House Bed & Breakfast Paarl
Alba House Guest House Bed & Breakfast
Alba House Guest House
Alba House Guest House / Bed Breakfast
Alba House House & Breakfast
Alba House & Breakfast Paarl
Alba House Bed & Breakfast Paarl
Alba House Guest House / Bed Breakfast
Alba House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
Alba House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Paarl

Frequently asked questions

How close is Alba House Bed & Breakfast to the airport?

Alba House Bed & Breakfast is 34.8 mi (42-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Alba House Bed & Breakfast have an airport shuttle?

Alba House Bed & Breakfast offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 550 per person, roundtrip.

Does Alba House Bed & Breakfast offer free breakfast?

Alba House Bed & Breakfast offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Alba House Bed & Breakfast?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Alba House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Alba House Bed & Breakfast?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Alba House Bed & Breakfast have a pool?

Alba House Bed & Breakfast features an outdoor pool.

Does Alba House Bed & Breakfast have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Alba House Bed & Breakfast to downtown Paarl?

Alba House Bed & Breakfast is 2.7 mi away from Paarl.

Alba House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two weeks at Alba House

Good: The rooms were comfortable,clean and the bed (mattress) was good. They needed another sheet on the bed (instead of just a comforter as the top sheet). The breakfast each morning was perfect, many choices, and all great tasting. The Staff were very attentive. Bad: The shower had some type of "black worms" coming up thru the drain. I choose this location because they had internet, however internet went out each night around 10pm.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Cody and friendly. The veiw is perfect. The staff are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Et virkeligt dejligt sted,god værtinde som gav god information,hyggeligt,ville gerne have brugt svimmingpoolen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Hidden gem

Lovely neat place, with awesome welcoming folks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent , lovely host
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Peacefull

Very comfortable, pleasant environment. Great hostess.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

A very present stay

Very nice and a very nice peopel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

BO och A-K

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

Nära till vingårdar

Stort jättebra rum, med egen avskild uteplats. Jättebra poolområde. Ligger i ett trevligt villaområde. Frukosten var dock inte bra. Torftigt, med dåligt tillagad varm mat. Är inte kräsen, men det var inte gott.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sieglinde

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

Super Haus mit sehr freundlichem Team

Ivanka mit ihrem Team (besonders Marianne) bemühen sich sehr um ihre Gäste und verwöhnen nicht nur mit einem super Frühstück sondern auch mit sehr guten Ratschlägen für Aktivitäten und Lokalitäten. Auch Reservierungen aller Art werden sofort arrangiert. Danke für die schöne Tage.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gill

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem in Paarl

Spent six nights here in Paarl. Good central location for visiting the Wine Region, Golf Courses and some walking in the mountains. Ivana and her friend Marianne made us most welcome. Ivana's knowledge of where to eat is impressive and Marianne prepares a great breakfast. They both make you feel at home and the garden is a little treasure. Very relaxed atmosphere sitting by the pool in the sunshine. The TV had few channels and poor reception - but that didn't matter as you don't go to Paarl to watch TV!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Very well run establishment

Great location with easy access to the town centre and winelands. Excellent value for money and top class service.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cecilia

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

We like it

We stayed for one night and really enjoyed it. The room is great for two and has both a bath and shower. Air con and a roof fan too. Each room has a small patio and the house is located in a very safe neighbourhood. Huge pool and easy parking. We are at Noop, a restaurant in twin bit to far away and that was excellent. If the guesthouse would have served good we had probably stayed in instead as the location was really nice.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marty

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

Beautifully decorated home and gardens in Paarl

The grounds are spectacular with a pool and extensive grounds. The view from the living room encompasses the pool and gardens and nearby mountains. The bedroom and bathroom where we stayed were clean, tidy, comfortable, and very attractive. Franschhoek and Stellenbosch are within short driving distance and charming little towns. The wine tours are a brilliant attraction.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Great location, great service

The title says it all really. Very happy with the location (about 30 mins drive from Cape Town). Rooms were clean and the hotel staff very friendly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Highly recommended accommodation

Warm welcome on arrival at Alba House. Beautiful view from the house. Quiet position, beautifully kept garden and premises. Close to N1 motorway to Cape Town and it only took me 40 minutes to get to Alba House from the airport. The room was comfortable, clean and neat, comfortable bed and a nice modern bathroom en suite. Breakfast consisted of fresh products and was well presented and served. Altogether a good experience and highly recommended to all travelers. Very pleasant and nice hosts, who make everyone feel at home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Decent place

No issues. Clean, comfortable bed. Had heater/air-con unit. Decent host - didn't rush us out
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

Alba House

Alba House var väldigt bra. Ägarna var väldigt trevliga och mycket hjälpsamma med tips och bokningar. Rummet vi bodde i var bra med utgången direkt till trädgård och pool område. Alba House kan rekommenderas. Thomas&Malin Stockholm
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Duane

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

Irate Owner with Misleading Ad

Beware ~ Pet policy is False! Just because this listing states "No Pets Allowed" that does not mean that there are no pets on the premises. Due to allergies to animal dander we booked this B&B based on their "no pet" policy, but when we followed with an email to confirm, we were told that the owners' cats are on the premises and they "try to keep them out of the guest rooms." When we requested cancellation within a day of booking, we were rudely refused. When we suggested that they change their add to reflect pets on the premises, the owner refused. We got Expedia involved, and when the agent called the owner directly he went off on her, yelling and screaming. Long story short, Alba house kept half of our total 9-day booking, $500+ USD and we did not stay there. We DO NOT recommend booking with Alba House!! Beware of bad business practices!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vibeke

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

Family guest house

Like staying in a private home with small bed rooms. Friendly hosts who were both very helpful, Nice garden with pool.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Serendipity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort