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Little Scotia Guest House

3.0 star property
3-star guest house in Rondebosch

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Flat-screen TV
Exterior
Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Restaurant
2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 8 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
5 Rustenburg Ave, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700
  • University of Cape Town
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Table Mountain
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Rondebosch stay.Your stay at this Rondebosch guesthouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Table Mountain National Park and Newlands Stadium. University of Cape Town and Newlands Cricket Ground are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Cape Town - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Long Street - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 8 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 12 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baxter Theatre Centre - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Michaels Deli - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Social Bean Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Makimono Sushi Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Little Scotia Guest House

3-star guest house in Rondebosch
Little Scotia Guest House offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a seasonal outdoor pool. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Little Scotia Guest House also features a terrace, a garden, and a front-desk safe. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cape Town guesthouse.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Little Scotia Guest House offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 350 (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
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, and window guards
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. 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, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. 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, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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 Little Scotia Guest House to the airport?

Little Scotia Guest House is 9.3 mi (13-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 Little Scotia Guest House?

As of Jun 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Scotia Guest House on Jun 26, 2025 start from $82.98, 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 Little Scotia Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Little Scotia Guest House offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 350 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Little Scotia Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 8.4 mi (22-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 8.7 mi (25-min drive) from Clifton Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Little Scotia Guest House offer free breakfast?

Little Scotia Guest House offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 7 AM and 10 AM and weekends between 8 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Little Scotia Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Little Scotia Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Little Scotia Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Little Scotia Guest House have a pool?

Little Scotia Guest House features 2 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 8 PM.

Does Little Scotia Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Little Scotia Guest House to downtown Cape Town?

Little Scotia Guest House is 3.7 mi away from Cape Town.

Little Scotia Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rajendra

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rajnaara

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a cute guest house. It is definitely 3* in terms of standard. They do offer a bathrobe and everyone is really lovely. Good for short stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff! Comfy rooms. Was the perfect choice of accommodation for my business trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dimension Data

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Sherbrooke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très accueillant les déjeunés excellents
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Mesrob

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bad maintenance my room had no power for 16 hours straight on my last night
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Mercedes, El Centro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very accomodating. Breakfast was good and they helped us with laundry. The property is not good if you have physical limitations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Marion

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Underwhelming

The room was freezing cold, the water did not drain from the shower, the bed was uncomfortable and the coffee terrible. Overall it was not a pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

David

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

Scotia - Enjoyable Stay

We stayed at Little Scotia for 8 nights during Feb 2023. The welcome was very warm and we were assisted even though we arrived earlier than the check in time. We had Breakfast every morning and the choices were plentiful, although the cooked options could perhaps offer a little more. Our rooms were of a nice size and the beds very large. Pools were more for view than useful. not really somewhere to sit around, sadly. The bar area was a big disappointment, basically a fridge. And the hotel did try to charge us for a bottle of wine that we never had, this was sorted quickly enough. All in all a nice hotel if you want a handy location and not luxury.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, close to UCT campus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bee, Botswana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is spot on and the man at the reception was so welcoming.Wifi was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Really Lovely Hotel

Really lovely hotel with great staff for whom nothing is too much trouble; our room was very spacious and well equipped with everything that you need for a comfortable stay. The hotel has a lovely garden and some great areas to sit and relax and they serve a fabulous breakfast each morning with a wide selection of both hot and cold dishes. After our one week stay we would definitely visit again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

Nice little hotel

It was perfect! Nice little hotel with spacious rooms, friendly staff and a really good breakfast. It is not in Cape Town downtown but has a perfect location. The restaurant at the corner is a great option for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

pt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little Scotia has excellent location-- on Main Road, easily accessible to the main downtown (Table Mtn cable car, V&A waterfront, etc.), as well as to the Southern Suburbs (Kirstenbosch Gardens, Boulders Beach, Muizenberg, Constantia, etc.) and even to the wine country out east (Stellenbosch, etc.). If you are going to be at UCT, it is superconvenient to any part of campus. The staff are great. Breakfast is filling. Great atmosphere overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, great staff, fantastic breakfast! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location for the university and close to the mountains. The property has a well laid out and relaxing courtyard and pool area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019