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SW1 Lodge

5.0 star property
Upscale Colonial guest house in Somerset West

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Interior entrance
Exterior
Interior entrance
Courtyard
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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30-32 Elsenham Avenue, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130
  • Place, Heidelberg Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Erinvale Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Vergelegen Wine Estate
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Garden view

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

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

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, Fireplace

Luxury Suite, Fireplace

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Somerset West guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Helderberg Nature Reserve and Lourensford Wine Estate. Ster-Kinekor Somerset and Helderberg are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Heidelberg Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Camps Bay Beach - 36 min drive - 56.8 km
  • Boulders Beach - 46 min drive - 60.6 km

Getting around

  • Firgrove Station - 6 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 26 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steffanie's Place - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Schoon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sapphire Sushi Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪WCafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

SW1 Lodge

Upscale Colonial guest house in Somerset West
You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury SW1 Lodge. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Cape Town guesthouse.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
SW1 Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

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  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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 (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 300

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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 and service animals are not allowed at SW1 Lodge

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 750 per person
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 300 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 1:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat
SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat Cape Town
SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat House
SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat House Cape Town
SW1 Lodge Cape Town
SW1 Cape Town
SW1 Lodge Cape Town
SW1 Lodge Guesthouse
SW1 Lodge Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is SW1 Lodge to the airport?

SW1 Lodge is 21.3 mi (28-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 SW1 Lodge?

As of Mar 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SW1 Lodge on Apr 15, 2026 start from CA $230, 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 SW1 Lodge have an airport shuttle?

SW1 Lodge offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, for a charge of ZAR 750 per person.

How close is SW1 Lodge to the beach?

This guesthouse is 10.6 mi (28-min drive) from Bikini Beach and 15.8 mi (26-min drive) from Cool Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does SW1 Lodge offer free breakfast?

SW1 Lodge offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at SW1 Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at SW1 Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM.

Is there free parking at SW1 Lodge?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does SW1 Lodge have a pool?

SW1 Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does SW1 Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is SW1 Lodge to downtown Cape Town?

SW1 Lodge is 25.4 mi away from Cape Town.

SW1 Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

F

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

benoit

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

Fantastic property

The property is fabulous, situated in an upmarket suburb and very well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay at SW1 Lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

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

Superb

Super stay! You don’t often come across this level of service anymore. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego, Coral Springs

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. All the people in the hotel were extremely attentive and friendly. I will definitely stay there again. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

2/10 Terrible

Stuart

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place . Better than a hotel. Would recommend this to anyone a special treat .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yehuda

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

Wonderful experience, don’t miss this place

This place is absolutely incredible. I’ve heard a lot about it and was very pleased they had availability. The property is surrounded by a beautiful garden (with a pool), the rooms are exceptionally clean, new, and comfortable, and have everything you can ask for (it shows that this place pays attention to details). The staff is professional, helpful, and very kind. The breakfast was one of the highlights —amazing selection of fresh baked breads, fruits, and many other goods. I absolutely loved this place and will definitely stay here again when I’m back in Cape Town. Cannot recommend it more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eduard

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

Koch SW1

Very friendly owner. Good service. Clean.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our entire experience at the SW1 Lodge was amazing. We were treated so well. Staff and owner are very attentive and the breakfast was wonderful. We felt relaxed and at home. Beautiful area of Capetown as well. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tonetha

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

Awesome stay

Everything was fantastic. Would love to return soon. Thanks to Ed, John and Mercy, and all the staff for making my stay memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible experience! The only thing that wasn't 'excellent' was the wifi. There was hardly any wifi signal in the room. Had to step out and into the lounge to use the phonr
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Furnishings in our bedroom tired. Bath and pool towels stained. Pool cushions very faded. Disappointed with breakfast as very basic and not enjoyable Management needs to review overall standard

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hospitality and lovely people
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful place. Highly recommended

Mareaze and her staff were so lovely and accommodating. It was a beautiful location and space, very close to the winery where I was attending a wedding

10/10 Excellent

AMBASSADOR, TSHWANE, GAUTENG,SOUTH AFRICA

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

VERY COMFORTABLE-SW1 LUXURY GUEST HOUSE-SOMERST WE

MY WIFE AND I GREATLY ENJOYED THE EXCELLENT SERVICE,VERY FRIENDLY STAFF-FROM MANAGERS TO THE CHEFS TO THE CLEANERS AND CHAMBER MAIDS. THE ROOMS WERE WELL APPORTIONED AND VERY COMFORTABLE.ALL WITH THEIR OWN PATIOS. WE LIKED THE BREAKFAST ROOM. BREAKFAST WAS A BIT LIMITED, BUT WE WERE NOT REALLY FOCUSED ON EATING IN THE HOTEL. THE NEIGHBOURHOOD WAS PEACE FUL AND LAID BACK.QUITE PLEASANT. WE THINK ITS BECAUSE EVERYONE WAS ON VACATION ELSEWHERE. THERE IS A LOT ONE CAN DO IN THE VICINITY, BUT A GOOD RENTAL CAR-COMFY,IS ESSENTIAL BECAUSE OF ALL THE DRIVING. WE HAD A GREAT TIME . MY WIFE THINKS WE SHOULD HAVE STAYED LONGER.

10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

Heerlijk verblijf

Prachtige lodge aardig personeel mooie kamers en een goed bed. Aamrader!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

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

Prima verblijf

Het was een prettig verblijf. In eerste instantie had ik last van de harde matras maar heeft Antoni snel voor mij opgelost. Antoni is een lieve gastheer die altijd voor ons klaar stond. Ontbijt is heerlijk maar ik miste een zoete warme optie als French toast. Zwembad is plezierig om na een actieve dag te kunnen genieten en afkoelen.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Battal

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

Simply excellent !

Absolutely nothing to complaint. Just a little advice: increase the variability of the breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erich

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Gästehaus hat 5 Sterne Niveau in allen Belangen.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nach einigen schwierigen Jahren wieder top! Gerne wieder.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019