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Head South Lodge

Property class: 4
4-star boutique guest house near Long Street

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Semi Luxury | Living area
Deluxe Room
Front of property - evening/night
Lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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215 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001
  • Place, Green Point Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Town Stadium
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

Three Anchor Bay stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Three Anchor Bay guesthouse, you'll find Sea Point Promenade and Green Point Park. Also, Table Mountain National Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Cape Town Stadium is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Green Point Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sea Point Promenade - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Table Mountain National Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Woodstock Station - 6 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 9 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rockpool - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pauline’s - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Newport Deli - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Head South Lodge

4-star boutique guest house near Long Street
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Head South Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cape Town guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Head South Lodge offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Refrigerators, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

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

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 7:00 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 10 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are not allowed at this property from October to April. The rest of the year they are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

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

Head South Lodge Cape Town
Head South Lodge
Head South Cape Town
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Head South Lodge Cape Town, South Africa
Head South Lodge Cape Town Africa
Head South Lodge Guesthouse
Head South Lodge Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Head South Lodge to the airport?

Head South Lodge is 14.8 mi (24-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 Head South Lodge?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Head South Lodge on May 1, 2026 start from CA $107, 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 Head South Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Head South Lodge offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Head South Lodge to the beach?

This guesthouse is 3.7 mi (13-min drive) from Camps Bay Beach and 0.9 mi (4-min drive) from Milton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Head South Lodge offer free breakfast?

Head South Lodge offers free English breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Head South Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Head South Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Head South Lodge?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Head South Lodge have a pool?

Head South Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Head South Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Head South Lodge to downtown Cape Town?

Head South Lodge is 1.6 mi away from Cape Town.

Head South Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really lovely hotel with very friendly staff, very large room with good facilities and excellent daily breakfast. Located in Green Point, which is a very quiet and safe area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and hospitable. Great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was perfect. The staff all were fantastic. Breakfast was beyond great and such variety. The room was very comfortable. It was a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice hotel in a wonderful location of Cape Town that provides good accommodations without needing to be in a big, stuffy hotel. The breakfasts are really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Otto, Pointe-Claire

request for refund. We have booked a hotel reservation for Cape Town for May 13 to May 14, 1 night. At our arrival in Cape Town SA, we were unable to get in contact with the hotel, despite multiple phone calls and e mails prior to departure from Montreal. Instructions from the hotel were to call prior to arrival as there is no check-in after 10:00 pm. Our arrival in Cape Town was after midnight, we could not get in touch with them. The airport staff arranged a hotel for us at the airport. Only when we checked in, the hotel sent a message to contact the security, again no answer. Here are the dates; Hotel Head South Lodge Cape Town South, Check in 12.5, check out 13.5. Expedia itinerary no.73058929455214 The hotel at airport was Verde, can$ 195,00 Thank you Otto Dusbaba
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great stay here! The staff were so kind and helpful, the rooms are very comfortable and clean, and the morning breakfast is excellent. The main manager will help you with any need, from extra blankets to laundry-by-order.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, class to waterfront. Great breakfast
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 12 nights in the deluxe room on the top floor at the back of the property. Found the room to be of very high standard very spacious and very well equipped with more than adequate air conditioning. I was made to feel very welcome and found the staff extremely helpful I was particularly impressed with the breakfast selection and the general cleanliness Hotel was particularly suited for my needs as it was a great location for all the connections to the tourist excursions. In summary, I found my whole experience during my stay to be most comfortable and in my opinion value for money. Has a solo traveller I couldn't recommend this establishment highly enough.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and welcoming staff. Nice simple accommodation in a nice looking lodge. Location is convenient for walking to V&A / Green Point / Sea Point. Honesty Bar is a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benedict

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

Great location, lovely staff

Really impressed with everything, from location to cleanliness. I had two separate bookings which meant we needed to change rooms but the lady at reception (Jade?) pulled some strings to ensure we could stay put. Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing stay for 1 night in Cape Town. Massive room, massive comfy bed, big shower, very clean, simple but tasty breakfast, and in a great location a few minutes walk from SeaPoint
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Great first stay at Head South Lodge!

Very much enjoyed my first stay at Head South Lodge! The guesthouse is in a great location - close to Sea Point and the promenade along the water, but also 20-30 min walk to V&A Waterfront and a quick 10 min Uber to City Bowl. Bed was very comfortable, WiFi worked well, they have secure parking in front of the guesthouse. All of the staff were so kind, felt very safe here, and excellent breakfasts. I will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent, and hotel staff were accommodating and beyond friendly. Our room had a pleasant balcony, and we easily Ubered from the hotel to wherever we needed to go in the city. Breakfast buffet and the coffee options were also excellent!:) We did struggle with not being able to contact the lodge on our way in (we tried reaching out through the Expedia app but got no response), as we hoped for airport pickup or transportation suggestions. Unfortunately we did not hear back and ended up getting massively ripped off by a taxi who charged us about 4x the normal rate. Our advice: uber uber uber!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard, Surrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the Head South Lodge is like coming home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great Stay

Very comfortable stay, staff friendly and helpful, room was spacious modern and clean, breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location - a short walk to the promenade by Green Point lighthouse. There is a hot breakfast which is delicious and made to order. The front terrace is a nice place to sit out in the evenings, and there is an honesty bar. Place feels secure with a member of staff always on duty by the front gate. Very friendly and helpful front desk staff. Big thanks to Lee :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eoin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eoin

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were both professional and kind. The rooms were beautiful and comfortable. The breakfasts were well done and I loved that we were able to serve ourselves drinks and snacks on the honor system.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was very good for walking to the VA area and getting Ubers for other trips. The staff was outstandingly kind and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023