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De Molen Guest House

4.0 star property
4-star guest house in Somerset West

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A view through a window with a grid pattern, revealing a landscape with greenery and distant mountains.
A wooden table with a bottle of wine, a glass, cheese, grapes, crackers, and a knife.
A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.
A table with breakfast items, a chair, and a view of mountains.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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62 Silverboomkloof Road, Spanish Farm, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130
  • Place, Helderberg Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Lourensford Wine Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Morgenster Wine Farm
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Self Catering Family Cottage 2 bedrooms

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window with a view of greenery, and two wall-mounted decorations.

Self Catering Family Cottage 2 bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Self Catering Cottage Mountain View

A curved concrete patio with a large pink bathtub, a metal container, and a hammock.

Self Catering Cottage Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Mountain View Room

Luxury Mountain View Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Mountain View UA Room

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Premium Mountain View UA Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Mountain & Sea View Room

A terrace with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a landscape with mountains and greenery.

Premium Mountain & Sea View Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Semi Self Catering Mountain View

A room with a wooden floor, a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

Family Semi Self Catering Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Semi-Self Catering Sea View

Family Semi-Self Catering Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Self Catering Family Apartment

A patio with a brick fire pit, outdoor furniture, and a yellow umbrella.

Self Catering Family Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • 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 Lourensford Wine Estate and Helderberg Nature Reserve. Morgenster Wine Farm and Helderberg are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Helderberg Nature Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Morgenster Wine Farm - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Van Der Stel Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 28 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chatters cafe and farmstall - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Proof Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The German Food Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bossa Social Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

De Molen Guest House

4-star guest house in Somerset West
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly De Molen Guest House. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cape Town guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
De Molen Guest House offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes and hair dryers. This Cape Town guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 150 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 150 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Molen Guest House Hotel Cape Town
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Molen Guest House
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De Molen Guest House Cape Town
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De Molen Guest House Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is De Molen Guest House to the airport?

De Molen Guest House is 21.8 mi (33-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 De Molen Guest House?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at De Molen Guest House on Sept 6, 2026 start from CA $97, 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 De Molen Guest House have an airport shuttle?

De Molen Guest House offers an airport shuttle.

How close is De Molen Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 10.2 mi (31-min drive) from Bikini Beach and 16 mi (28-min drive) from Cool Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does De Molen Guest House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at De Molen Guest House, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 150 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at De Molen Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at De Molen Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at De Molen Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does De Molen Guest House have a pool?

De Molen Guest House features an outdoor pool.

Does De Molen Guest House have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis and massages.

How close is De Molen Guest House to downtown Cape Town?

De Molen Guest House is 26.5 mi away from Cape Town.

De Molen Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Guest House is located in a nice neighborhood. Very quiet at night. The owner of the property is very nice and friendly, the service is great
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Somerset West stopover

Fantastic elevated location with super views. Room and balcony were super. Breakfast was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Perfection

From start to finish...A+++++
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guests quietness must be enforced especially late at night
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gerald

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

Pros and cons

The cottage we stayed in was at the top of a very steep hill with no place for a vehicles to turn around, so you have to reverse down. Pro is that you get a nice view, but con is that you have schlep to get up there. they wanted me to park my car at the bottom of the hill which I ignored in the end. Quite rustic in the kitchen but the bed and bathroom was ok.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mycket trevligt boende med fin utsikt från våra rum som också hade stor terrass. Frukosten var väldigt god och riklig.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Hotelmanagerin war das Highlight in der Unterkunft! Sehr aufmerksam und stets gut gelaunt! Das Gästehaus ist ein Geheimtipp! Die Lage ist nicht ganz optimal, aber das Personal und das Gästehaus sind super !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

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

Peaceful location

Loved the place, fantastic view. Shower was not draining well and the door did not close, so went the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richelle

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

Excellent

Excellent service, friendly staff that really go the extra mile. Comfortable and spacious rooms. Can make special requests for breakfast. Overall a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albrecht

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location. Perfect retreat. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schönes Gästehaus in einem großen, parkähnlichen Grundstück. Einfach zu erreichen vom Broadway Boulevard. Guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge in die Weinregion. Sehr nette Inhaber.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family have just returned from Cape Town and we were lucky enough to have chosen De Molen guest house as our accommodation. It’s difficult to know where to start!, De Molen is a stunning residence in a great location, our three bedrooms were very spacious and comfortable, all with balconies, stunning views and a real rustic charm. The hosts Christy, Joris and their team were very warm and welcoming and went out of there way to ensure we had a wonderful holiday. Christy was very helpful and informative and a super host. We cannot recommend this place highly enough, a real Gem!. We will be back!! 🇿🇦🇬🇧
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Zeer gastvrije eigenaren. Ook het personeel is zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Prachtige tuin. Veilige en relaxte omgeving. Aanrader!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed

The guest house is not central and is at the top of a long narrow and winding road. The house itself is very cold in winter, the room I was first placed in was very cold and the heating did not work. I was immediately moved to a much better room but this was up 3 flights of very narrow stairs. The TV in the room is extremely small and the WiFi was constantly on and off and so slow it was impossible to stream Netflix. I was charged R150.00 for 3 days of breakfast which consisted of 2 pieces of Weetbix per day for 2 days and then on the third day they never provided the breakfast even though I had paid for it in advance as I was leaving early so essentially I paid R75.00 a day for 2 pieces of Weetbix per day. I had advised that I would only take Weetbix in the morning and then they advised on the second day that they were charging this fee for it. No juice, coffee or yoghurt was provided with it. The third night there was no hot water for the shower and also the next morning when I tried to shower before I left, only ice cold water. On the booking it had shown a king size bed was provided, in both rooms it was only 2 single beds pushed together. I would definitely not consider returning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I has only one night to stay but it were really nice and beautiful place, our room were big and comfy bed with the Mountain View. Wish I could stay more longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charming and tranquil stay

A very friendly welcome, beautiful gardens, stunning views of the mountains and of the sea. As soon as we arrived, we felt completely at ease, calm and relaxed. The bed rooms were lovely and comfortable, each with their own style, and a balcony with stunning views. We loved coming to breakfast each morning, to discover the charmingly decorated table, which differed each day, and to sit on the veranda enjoying the garden. The breakfast was delicious, and varied each day, our favourites were the home baked muffins, the cheese pastries and the banana pancakes. It was nice to be asked if we had any requests, and they were happy to make them for us. The staff were friendly and attentive and gave us lots of great advice for things to do in the area. Thank you for a wonderful happy stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

Recomend

This place is a pearl, friendly and so nice!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Vacker utsikt men lyhört

Det var ett jättegulligt boende med fantastisk utsikt över hela bukten. Det var self-service så inga mat- eller dryckesmöjligheter på plats. Det som drog ner betyget var dels att både kylskåp och AC lät fruktansvärt mycket, så sömnen påverkades. Dessutom var det väldigt lyhört mellan lägenheterna, så man hörde tom grannen snarka. Varenda rörelse i loftet hördes, även från granne.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shané

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian A

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Tom Aksel

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

RUDOLF

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

Very comfortable, gorgeous location!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022