Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Kalk Bay guesthouse, you'll find St. James Beach and Save Our Seas Shark Education Centre. Rhodes Cottage Museum and Kalk Bay Harbour are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro offers its guests a full-service spa. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro. Free self parking is available.
This Edwardian Cape Town guesthouse is smoke free.
1 building
9 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Built in 1926
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Terrace
Garden
Television in lobby
No smoking on site
Refrigerator in a common area
Bar or lounge
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro offers 9 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
A bar/lounge
Private picnics
Things to do
Full-service spa
Playground
Private wine tours
Surfing/bodyboarding
Tennis
TV in common areas
Wine tasting room
Wine tours
Winery release events
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Front entrance ramp
No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
32-inch TV with premium satellite channels
Bedroom
Down comforter
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
More
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Electrical adapters
Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500
Special check-in instructions
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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets welcome with a deposit of ZAR 500 per stay
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per day.
Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 100.0 per day.
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.
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
Pet deposit: ZAR 500 per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 100.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 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 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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 credit 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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro to the airport?
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro is 22.9 mi (42-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro on Nov 9, 2025 start from $67.8, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro.
How close is Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro to the beach?
This guesthouse is a short 4-minute walk from St. James Beach and 8-minute walk from Danger Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 100 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a casino at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.
What time is check-in at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
Is there free parking at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
This guesthouse offers free self parking.
Does Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro have a pool?
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro does not have a pool.
Does Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro have a spa?
This guesthouse has a spa, which features massages.
How close is Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro to downtown Cape Town?
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro is 13.8 mi away from Cape Town.