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Riversong Guest House

4.0 star property
Tuscan-style guesthouse with free breakfast and lazy river

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Double Room | View from room
Double Room
Double Room | Terrace/patio
Front of property - evening/night
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pool
The current price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July

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Double Room

Leopard Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room

Mountain View Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room

Ethnic Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Blue Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Floral Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

River Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Garden Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Room

Colonial Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
14 Esme Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700

What's nearby

  • Newlands Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Newlands Cricket Ground - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cavendish Square - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Cape Town - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Newlands Station - 6 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 15 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Limnos Bakers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪JC Brasserie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Hans and Lloyd Coffee Co - Newlands - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tiger’s Milk - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Box - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Riversong Guest House

Upscale guest house near Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
Located close to Newlands Brewery and Newlands Cricket Ground, Riversong Guest House provides free English breakfast, a free manager's reception and a rooftop terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to designer shops on-site and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with a lazy river, free cabanas and sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, express check-out and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a gift shop and a reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as first-run films and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate dining areas and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and first-run films
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate dining areas and kitchenettes

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 1 metre
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Hot tub
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Private wine tours
  • Shopping
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • First-run films
  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 150
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 150 (subject to availability)
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Riversong Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Riversong Guest House?

As of 21 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riversong Guest House on 25 July 2025 start from AU$227.18, 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.

Is Riversong Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Riversong Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Riversong Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Riversong Guest House?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for ZAR 150 (subject to availability).

Does Riversong Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 650 per person applies.

Where is Riversong Guest House located?

Located in Newlands, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Newlands Brewery, Newlands Cricket Ground and Newlands Stadium. Cavendish Square and Kingsbury Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km). Newlands Station is 6 minutes by foot and Claremont Station is 19 minutes.

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Riversong Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian

Very nice place to stay an only 200m to start line of the two oceans.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, situated in a very quiet street. Staff were very attentive and flexible as they facilitated two changes of plans to my schedule. Good value and tasty breakfast included. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Thoughtful details and bucolic neighborhood

The hotel had everything I could imagine I might need from umbrellas to wine in the room. Very thoughtful details. Charles and the rest of the team were very welcoming. There is a nice living room space on the second floor which looks out at table mountain, the backyard, and the pool. I particularly liked working from there.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

Calm beauty in the middle of the city

Riversong is everything you want in a guesthouse: stylish, clean, excellent staff, accommodating, attention to detail, small touches that make a difference. Located a 5 minute walk from Cavendish Square, Newlands sports ground and across Esme St from Sans Souci Girls High School, it is centrally located while also quiet even in the middle of a bustling work day. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Patience

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend it. The property is clean, safe and quiet. The staff are very friendly and attentive. The rooms are clean and adequately stocked. The breakfast is to die for! Very delicious, nutritious, and in large portions that last you all day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KS

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maarten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed with the family and the kids loved it. Very friendly staff, great location and very nice and clean room. Breakfast is a treat
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Überaus freundlicher Empfang und Betreuung während aller 12 Tage - sichere Umgebung/ Villenviertel - nette und qualitativ gute Restaurants, Einkaufsmall fußläufig erreichbar - gutes Preis/Leistungsverhältnis.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Nicolas

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

Nice hotel but cold in winter.

Nice hotel but cold in winter. Arriving in a cold room in winter is not pleasant. Apart from that the hotel is nice and the breakfast good.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Noel, Zimbabwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well maintained premises. Very secure parking and in a safe neighborhood. Found it in a good walking distance from shops. Staff made it a very homely environment. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018