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Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
A pool with a spherical fountain, a building with a thatched roof, and surrounding greenery.
A courtyard with a circular water feature, a thatched-roof building, and lush greenery.
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

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30-32 Elsenham Avenue, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130
  • Place, Heidelberg Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Helderberg Nature Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lourensford Wine Estate
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪28 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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Suite, Fireplace

Luxury Suite, Fireplace

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Cape Town

A luxury stay in Cape Town awaits you at SW1 Lodge. You'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Helderberg Nature Reserve and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Lourensford Wine Estate. Highlights at this Colonial guest house include free cooked-to-order breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the guest house's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of airport drop-off service. .With a stay at this 5-property class Somerset West guest house, you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Ster-Kinekor Somerset and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Helderberg.
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What's nearby

  • Heidelberg Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Helderberg Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Morgenster Wine Farm - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bossa Social Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Opa Greek Taverna - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪WCafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Steffanie's Place - ‬16 min walk

About this property

SW1 Lodge

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 guest house.

  • 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 members are 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. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • 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 (single-level property)

More

  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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

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

What is the cancellation policy at SW1 Lodge?

SW1 Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at SW1 Lodge?

Yep, SW1 Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to SW1 Lodge?

The closest beach to SW1 Lodge is Bikini Beach (12.3 km).

Does SW1 Lodge have a pool?

SW1 Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 24 hours.

What makes SW1 Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at SW1 Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at SW1 Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does SW1 Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at SW1 Lodge?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at SW1 Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at SW1 Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at SW1 Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property Is stunning, if you’re looking for an oasis of peace and tranquility then you won’t be disappointed. Rooms were beautiful and well appointed, staff were attentive and really friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diego

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Battal

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
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Myco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm torn about this place. Our stay was great overall: good breakfast, clean & wonderful room, secure property not impacted by load shedding. However, 2 things happened that made me lower my rating: 1. When I called to arrange late-night check in, I was told the service fee is R350. The SW1 website states the fee is R300. My South African partner called another time to inquire and was told it is R300. Thanks for adjusting it on my bill, but either update your site, inform your staff of the accurate price, or maybe just don't take advantage of "foreign" guests. 2. I left my gym shoes behind in our room's armoire. When I called a few days later, I was told housekeeping did not find anything. Listen, it's a boutique hotel with less than 8 rooms. If this was the Hilton or another large chain hotel with hundreds of rooms I could buy that answer. The manager who answered my call recognized my name & remembered the room I stayed in, which means it's a small enough hotel where the staff notices things. With 5-7 rooms total, your cleaning staff most likely did find my shoes, didn't report it (or did - who knows), and kept them. I'm familiar with how South Africa works. It's my own fault I left the shoes. The hotel isn't responsible for my belongings, but they are responsible for their staff & general conduct. The lack of principle here is bothersome: clearly taking advantage of a "foreigner" & the general dishonesty in conducting business. Don't think I'll return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petrus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lekker hotel en super vriendelijke medewerkers
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erich

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Toller und herzlicher Empfang, äußerst nettes Team, tolle und geräumige Zimmer - wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

10/10 Excellent

AMBASSADOR

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.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

F

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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