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Somerset Hill Guesthouse

Somerset West Cape Town - South Africa

Email Somerset Hill Guesthouse Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com

You will find the 4 star graded Somerset Hill Guest House nestled on the slopes of Somerset West with an almost endless view of False Bay, mountain ranges and the Indian Ocean.

Picturesque Somerset West lies in the heart of the western Cape, only a 30 min drive from Cape Town and is reputed to be one of the most beautiful residential areas of the Cape Peninsula. It is also in close proximity to the well known Erinvale Golf Club, the Helderberg Nature Reserve and renown Vergelegen, one of the Cape’s most historic wine estates.
Start each day like a holiday and enjoy a sumptuous breakfast in our tranquil garden. Sip a drink in our lounge after a long day of playing golf or sightseeing, or relax at the pool-side on an inviting sun-lounger, then refresh yourself with an invigorating dip in our crystalline swimming pool.

Somerset Hill Guest House Accommodation

There is a choice of eight exclusive, spacious and beautifully appointed bedrooms – each with en-suite bathroom, air condition, terrace or balcony, as well as TV, WiFi access, mini-bar and telephone on request.
Enjoy the spectacular view across False Bay, Gordon’s Bay and the mountains from our ocean facing suites, or savour the tranquility of our Garden Suites with a view on to the quiet splendour of our South African Garden.

The rooms boast a soothing combination of European comfort and African flair.
You will find they are lovingly decorated with attention to detail, complementing the beauty of the Cape and welcoming you to unwind and relax after an adventurous day of sightseeing and exploring.

You will be spoiled with a substantial Continental breakfast consisting of a variety of cheese, cold meats, bread and rolls, cereals, fruit and juice or an English breakfast to order.
Enjoy a refreshing dip in our pool accompanied by a drink of your choice – we will endeavor to make your stay with us an experience to remember, and a refuge to return to again and again.

Whether you are planning a relaxing holiday to escape and unwind, or a trip packed with adventure and new experiences, Somerset Hill is the perfect choice of accommodation for your holiday in the Cape.

Our philosophy is simple – we would like to assist you in every way to make your stay in the Cape as memorable as possible. Of course this might not induce you to emigrate to South Africa as we did, but we hope that you will return again and again to enjoy pleasant holidays in this fair land.

Bask in the peace and security of one of the most exclusive residential areas of the Cape Peninsula.
Our German management offers a variety of hospitality services to enhance your stay with us – ranging from organizing airport shuttle service, arrangement of entire golf tours, to calling on our certified physiotherapist for a relaxing in-house massage – nothing will be too much trouble to make you feel right at home.

Not only does Somerset Hill Guest House offer you home comforts and German hospitality in breathtaking surroundings, it is also ideally situated for you to make the most of the fantastic activities, leisure options and day trips the Cape has to offer.
Somerset Hill is in easy traveling distance to some of the most beautiful destinations South Africa has to offer. You will find famous wine farms in close proximity, boasting world-class wines and fine restaurants; as well as spectacular walking and mountain-biking trails.
The golden sands of numerous beaches on the Atlantic or Indian Ocean side are also close at hand.

You may choose to enjoy such water sports as surfing, scuba diving, fishing or sailing. Or perhaps you prefer horse riding, tennis or golf? Nothing is too much trouble and there is an activity for everyone.

A short trip will take you to the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town, where you can shop to your heart’s content.
Pay a visit to the Two Oceans Aquarium or take a boat-ride out to Robben Island, the legendary prison of Nelson Mandela.

Of course no visit to Cape Town is complete without a cableway ride up Table Mountain with its breathtaking view of the city and surrounds.
Then take a leisurely walk around Green Market Square or a drive to Kirstenbosch Gardens – the largest Botanical Garden in the Southern Hemisphere.

Take time out for an excursion to Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, with a stop over at the Cape Point Ostrich farm or visit the penguins at Boulders Beach.
Or you could go on a day trip along the famous Garden Route, one of the 4 most picturesque “road trips” of the world and while away the afternoon in Hermanus, one of the best “whale watching” points on this planet.

Your hosts at Somerset Hill Guest House will endevour to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, and offer you superior hospitality coupled with excellent service.

Herewith a list of services on offer.
Rental Car Service:
Should you require a rental car during your stay with us, please indicate this when making the room reservation. We will organize it all for you and your rental car will be waiting for you on arrival.

Golf Service:
You are a golfer and prefer to focus on your game instead of the hazzle of all reservations? We offer you the possibility to arrange you tee-times up front. Based on your preferred golf courses and at anytime you like it. We will arrange for you accordingly. It has never been easier!

Breakfast and Dinner:
Your room reservation will also include a sumptuous breakfast. On request we can also serve you a varied course dinner menu or arrange a barbeque for you in our garden. Let us spoil you with culinary delights and first-class wines while you relax and enjoy the balmy, starry nights of the southern hemisphere.

Organization and Reservation:
Are you interested in visiting any of the many historic wine estates around Stellenbosch, Franschhoek or Paarl? Or do you prefer a picnic or barbeque outing? Let us know what your heart desires and we will make the reservations for you.

Recommendations and Referrals:
Would you like to experience the best that the Cape has to offer, but don’t know where to go? We will be able to offer you a range of choices and point you in the right direction. Want to experience the Cape like the locals do and find that special restaurant? We will share our secret destinations with you and make all the arrangements.

Massages:
After a hard day of playing golf or sightseeing you might be feeling a touch of strain in your back or legs – but don’t let that worry you. We have the answer! Our certified physiotherapist is on call to help you relax and unwind with a toning back - or an invigorating full body massage.

Email Somerset Hill Guesthouse Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com