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Helderberg Guesthouse

3.5 star property
3.5-star Colonial guest house in Gordon's Bay

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Outdoor pool
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a blue wall with a clock.
A pink hibiscus flower in front of a white building with balconies and potted plants.
Boating
A two-story white house with a red garage door, a balcony, and a mountain backdrop.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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48 Mountainside Boulevard, Gordon's Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7140
  • Place, Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bikini Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Spier Wine Estate
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King/twin room

A hotel room with a checkered floor, a bed with red and white bedding, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large mirror.

King/twin room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Queen room | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen room

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A small patio with a table and chairs, a door with glass panels, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

King/twin luxury studio

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

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Mountain view

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Gordon's Bay stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Gordon's Bay guesthouse, you'll find Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. Bikini Beach and Harmony Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bikini Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Spier Wine Estate - 39 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • University of Cape Town - 49 min drive - 37.2 miles
  • Stellenbosch University - 50 min drive - 23.2 miles

Getting around

  • Strand Station - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Go - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gordon's Bay Coffee Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Bay Spur Steak Ranch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Zest - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Helderberg Guesthouse

3.5-star Colonial guest house in Gordon's Bay
As a guest of Helderberg Guesthouse, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Helderberg Guesthouse also features multilingual staff, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Cape Town guesthouse.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1999
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Helderberg Guesthouse offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. This Cape Town guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 100 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
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 5 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

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 7 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 English breakfast: approximately ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 100 for children

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Helderberg Guesthouse to the airport?

Helderberg Guesthouse is 27.3 mi (38-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 Helderberg Guesthouse?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helderberg Guesthouse on Jul 10, 2026 start from $45, including 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 Helderberg Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Helderberg Guesthouse.

How close is Helderberg Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is 2.5 mi (7-min drive) from Bikini Beach and 8.1 mi (13-min drive) from Cool Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Helderberg Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Helderberg Guesthouse, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 100 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Helderberg Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Helderberg Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Helderberg Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Helderberg Guesthouse have a pool?

Helderberg Guesthouse features an outdoor pool.

Does Helderberg Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Helderberg Guesthouse to downtown Cape Town?

Helderberg Guesthouse is 31 mi away from Cape Town.

Helderberg Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 17 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly people, the room was excellent, will definitely recommend this guesthouse to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The whole building was very clean, and the staff extremely courteous. My room was very large with a kitchenette and en suit bathroom with a good shower room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location and easy access. Functional and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ASHRAF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing and the staff was very friendly. If I could ask to change one thing it would be for air conditioning on the hot days, but there were only just a couple of days that were extremely hot.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

relaxed and rest

the stay was good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

Lydia is the best

We had excellent service from Lydia!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Diego Fabian

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

Hermosa vista

Cerca de un supermercado, con lugar para desayunar y balcón con vista a la ciudad
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

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

Stunning

Very friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Stunning views.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Helberberg Guest House

Welcome prompt and polite. Room with an excellent view of sea. Spotlessly clean. Comfortable bed. Very good breakfast served with a big smile.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very rundown room the matras on the bed very bad ! Broken tiles on the floor
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stefan Littauer

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

Unpleasant experience

No celing fan and not even a rotating fan. Just a simple stationary one low down on floor level. Small fridge on floor so you have to get down on knees to retrieve items. No one was there to open for us. We got hold of the gentlemen with the help of their guests...apparently they left to celebrate valentines day. No pool, just a foot bath called pool. 1,5m-2,5m x 2,5m. Cant swim in it! Small tv in room so difficult to see. No welcome info in room with Wi-Fi code, info on restaurants ect.. Impossible to shower without getting whole bathroom wet. You have to climb into bath and use a hand shower that can be attached to wall.. but no shower curtain. 2 connecting doors to rooms next door on either side inside our room with result that we could hear neighbours clearly. For some reason breakfast is only served from 8am. Guest House is far from beach. 2nd worst stay on a 35day road trip of South Africa. They advertise with good reviews, but I just get it.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tersia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, only thing I can complain about was fried eggs wasn't soft as requested
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Convenient and clean, nice situation.

Very convenient for a 1-night stay. Would have liked a few hangers in the wardrobe. Outlook from balcony lovely.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benoit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
sejour tres agréable, une chambre superbe et une hôtesse tres agréable
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Christer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort