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Bay View Guest House Somerset West

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star guest house in Somerset West

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A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding landscape, including a cactus, a decorative wall, and a patio area with chairs and a table.
A cozy living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall with motivational text.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden dining table, and chairs. There is a large window with a city view.
A modern two-story house with a well-lit facade, large windows, and a landscaped garden in front.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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21 Abelia Street, Heldervue, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130
  • Place, Heidelberg Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ster-Kinekor Somerset
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheetah Outreach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a desk, and a kitchenette area.

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, and a small table.

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a desk, and a chair.

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, a desk, and a chair.

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Cape Town

Somerset West stay.Your stay at this Somerset West guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Ster-Kinekor Somerset and Cheetah Outreach. Strand Golf Club and Flagstone Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Heidelberg Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ster-Kinekor Somerset - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Cheetah Outreach - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Helderberg Nature Reserve - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Firgrove Station - 2 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 24 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crossley & Sons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Simply Asia - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bay View Guest House Somerset West

3.5-star guest house in Somerset West
Bay View Guest House Somerset West offers its guests an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Bay View Guest House Somerset West also features laundry facilities and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Cape Town guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Bay View Guest House Somerset West offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3.5-star guesthouse have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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The price is CA $175
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out fee: ZAR 175

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for 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 7:30 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

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bay View Guest House Somerset West

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 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.

  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 175

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay View Guest House Somerset West to the airport?

Bay View Guest House Somerset West is 18.6 mi (25-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 Bay View Guest House Somerset West?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay View Guest House Somerset West on Aug 31, 2026 start from CA $118, 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 Bay View Guest House Somerset West have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay View Guest House Somerset West.

How close is Bay View Guest House Somerset West to the beach?

This guesthouse is 9.3 mi (26-min drive) from Bikini Beach and 15.1 mi (25-min drive) from Cool Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bay View Guest House Somerset West offer free breakfast?

Bay View Guest House Somerset West does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bay View Guest House Somerset West?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Bay View Guest House Somerset West?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Bay View Guest House Somerset West?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Bay View Guest House Somerset West have a pool?

Bay View Guest House Somerset West features an outdoor pool.

Does Bay View Guest House Somerset West have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Bay View Guest House Somerset West to downtown Cape Town?

Bay View Guest House Somerset West is 24.7 mi away from Cape Town.

Bay View Guest House Somerset West Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

Godt ophold

Vi havde en nat på Bayview. Ærgerligt vi ikke havde booket 2 - rigtig dejlige rum og gode faciliteter. Fantastisk udsigt over området.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

First Class Guest House

A one night stay near Cape Town Airport on rapid return to UK. Everything was excellent with very friendly helpful service. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Affordable Luxury at Bay View

Excellent attention to detail from the welcome to the goodbye. Can only recommend highly. Fantastic views an added bonus! Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This is about the best guest house I have ever stayed in. The rooms are fantastic, the views are fantastic and the facilities are just as good. Location is nice and quiet and convenient for all the local amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay for work. Well priced and has everything one needs. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing spot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hotel magnifique et joliment decore.

En dehors du cadre et de la propreté. Le patron et son personnel est réellement au service des clients. J'ai rarement vu une telle prestation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronique

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

excellente chambre

Super nuit confort calme et tranquillité. Un super accueil et une excellente chambre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JT

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennette

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JM

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

Great value

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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