6/10 Okay
David
20 Dec 2018
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
David
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Reading House
4.0 star property
A comfortable retreat where guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast before lounging poolside amid garden greenery - a perfect balance of relaxation and practicality
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Reading House in Claremont offers hospitality and convenience with a free breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, snack bar/deli, and concierge services. The staff consistently earns high marks from visitors.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Business services
- Laundry room
Room options
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King Bedded Room with Bath/Shower
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
5 bathrooms
Hairdryer
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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Queen Bedded Room
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
5 bathrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed
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King Bedded Room with Shower
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
5 bathrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Poolside Double Room with Shower
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
5 bathrooms
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area
Claremont, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, is home to Reading House. Shoppers can check out Long Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Camps Bay Beach and Clifton Bay Beach. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Africa Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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5 Hellenburgh Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7708
What's nearby
- Newlands Stadium9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Newlands Cricket Ground9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Cavendish Square14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Arderne Gardens20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Kingsbury Hospital20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
- Newlands Station8 min walk
- Cape Town Station19 min drive
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)19 min drive
Restaurants
- Limnos Bakers15 min walk
- Stones13 min walk
- Bootlegger Coffee Company14 min walk
- JC Brasserie | Pub12 min walk
- vida e caffè10 min walk
About this property
Reading House
Upscale guest house located in Claremont
Consider a stay at Reading House and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks such as:
- An outdoor pool
- Free self-parking
- A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), outdoor furniture and free newspapers
- Concierge services, barbecues and meeting rooms
Room features
All guest rooms at Reading House offer comforts, such as bathrobes, as well as
Other amenities include:
- Heating and fans
- Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
- 5 bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
- LCD TVs with premium channels
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
- Snack bar/deli
Things to do
- 24-hour pool access
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
- Meeting rooms
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No lift
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
- 1 building
- 1 floor
- Built in 1948
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 5 private bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Designer toiletries
- Dressing gowns
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- LCD TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
- Electric kettle
- Tea bags/instant coffee
More
- Connecting rooms available
- Fan
- Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 8 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Important information
Optional 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.
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
This property accepts cash
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
24-hour pool access
Children 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
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Property is also known as
Reading House Hotel Newlands
Reading House Newlands
Reading House Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa
Reading House Cape Town
Reading Cape Town
Reading House B&B Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse
Reading House Cape Town
Reading House Guesthouse
Reading House Guesthouse Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
Does Reading House have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
Is Reading House pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Reading House?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Reading House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Reading House?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Reading House provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 400 per vehicle applies.
Where is Reading House located?
Located in Claremont, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Newlands Stadium and Newlands Cricket Ground. Kingsbury Hospital and Baxter Theatre Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km). Newlands Station is 8 minutes by foot and Claremont Station is 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Reading House Reviews
8.0
Very good
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9.6
Cleanliness
10
Location
7.6
Staff & service
7.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
10 - Excellent
2
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
6 - Okay
2
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
11 May 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Delicious breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stephen
10/10 Excellent
Catherine
28 Apr 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect in every way
Friendly staff, very comfortable bed with lovely crisp linen, lovely location. This, topped with an outstanding breakfast, make this place a winner
Catherine
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
1 Sept 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Person minding the guest house was not present for check in despite having been told what time we would arrive and that time being within their check in window. We waited for close to an hour to get in. She was very sweet and obliging but we barely ever saw her after checking in. No help in terms of advice for our stay in Cape Town etc. Very comfortable accommodation though.
Verified traveller
8/10 Good
local and
12 Mar 2020
Liked: Staff & service
local and
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020