Head South Lodge

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lounge
Deluxe Room
Semi Luxury  | Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June

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

Luxury Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room

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

Standard Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Cape Town

At Head South Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Sea Point Promenade and Green Point Park. Highlights at this boutique guest house include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The guest house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Three Anchor Bay guest house include Cape Town Stadium and Cape Town International Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • Green Point Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Table Mountain National Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Greenpoint Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cape Town Stadium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Two Oceans Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Station - 9 min drive
  • Observatory Station - 9 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Head South Lodge

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 guest house 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 a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Fridges, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 all 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 organisation.

Property is also known as

Head South Lodge Cape Town
Head South Lodge
Head South Cape Town
Head South Lodge Cape Town
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

What is the cancellation policy at Head South Lodge?

Head South Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Head South Lodge?

As of 6 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Head South Lodge on 7 Jun 2026 start from NZ$159, including 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.

Is parking available at Head South Lodge?

Yep, Head South Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Head South Lodge?

Yep, Head South Lodge is a short 17-minute walk from Milton Beach.

Does Head South Lodge have a pool?

Head South Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Head South Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary English breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Head South Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Head South Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Head South Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Head South Lodge?

There isn't one on site, but Metropolitan Golf Club is a short 20-minute walk away.

Head South Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 150 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel in a wonderful location, exceptional breakfast along with management & staff who cannot do enough to make your stay a pleasure
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Nice lobby and eating area. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

darren lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect location to explore CT. The room was excellent, breakfast was plentiful and the staff were amazing. Will definitely return.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, spacious building with character, friendly service, 24/7 security, great location, possibility of convenient parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely & in a nice area. The hotel was clean & exactly as pictured. The staff were incredibly helpful and nice. The room was a little small, but for the price & location, you can't beat it. I would say the only thing to note is that the stairs are very steep if travelling with large bags. But, the front desk staff did help me carry my bags all the way up. I'd stay here again. All in all, a very easy, straightforward place to stay in Cape Town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasantly old-fashioned among supposedly 'fancier' hotels in Cape Town's tourist areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities are very nice. Liked the honor bar. Breakfast was decent. Room was a bit small though and I recommend paying for a better room that does not face the inner courtyard.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

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

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this hotel. Chill vibes, feels like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Head South Lodge was a wonderful place to stay. Our Deluxe Room was spacious, well-appointed and had a lovely balcony to watch paragliders off of Signal Hill. Great amenities include a scrumptious breakfast (one of the best we had in our South Africa travels), nice open air community patio to relax after a day of sightseeing, a snack & drink honor bar that was reasonably priced and a helpful staff (Teddy was awesome), including a wonderful daytime staffmember who helped transport our bags to our 3rd floor room as there is no elevator. Location was minutes from the beach, a Hop On/Off bus pickup stop that can take you to V&A waterfront, Table Mountain, all around the city, etc. and several good restaurants and shops. Highly recommend Head South Lodge if you want to be slightly removed from the hustle & bustle of the Cape Town CBD but still be able to access everything that the city has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua von

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, spacious room, high security standards, adequate breakfast, cleanliness, self-service bar with pool. All in all a very nice stay for a few nights in Cape Town.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, amazing breakfast, very nicely renovated facilities and central location. Was here only for a short stay but had a great experience. Best sleep i’ve had since i got here. will definitely stay again next time i’m in capetown.
Verified

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