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Sonnekus Guest House

4.0 star property
Upscale bayside guesthouse, walk to St. James Beach

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Sonnekus Guest House

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Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Front of property
Mountain view
Restaurant

Overview of Sonnekus Guest House

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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88 Main Road, St. James, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7945
  • Popular LocationKalk Bay Harbour17 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuizenberg Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationBoulders Beach24 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)40 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Cowrie: Extra large, Excellent Sea-views

Cowrie: Extra large, Excellent Sea-views

Cowrie: Extra large, Excellent Sea-views

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Clam: Large, mountain view

Clam: Large, mountain view

Clam: Large, mountain view

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Nautilus: Medium, sea/mountain view

Nautilus: Medium, sea/mountain view

Nautilus: Medium, sea/mountain view

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Murex: Groundfloor, Garden View

Murex: Groundfloor, Garden View

Murex: Groundfloor, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Urchin: Large, excellent sea-view

Urchin: Large, excellent sea-view

Urchin: Large, excellent sea-view

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Abalone: Standard, mountain view

Abalone: Standard, mountain view

Abalone: Standard, mountain view

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Oyster: Standard, sea-view

Oyster: Standard, sea-view

Oyster: Standard, sea-view

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Whelk: Medium, sea-view

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Whelk: Medium, sea-view

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Conch: Standard, no view

Conch: Standard, no view

Conch: Standard, no view

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cape Town

At Sonnekus Guest House you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of St. James Beach and Save Our Seas Shark Education Centre. Highlights at this Edwardian guest house include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Kalk Bay guest house include Rhodes Cottage Museum and Kalk Bay Harbour.
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What's nearby

  • St. James Beach - 4 min walk
  • Kalk Bay Harbour - 17 min walk
  • Muizenberg Beach - 6 min drive
  • Fish Hoek Beach - 13 min drive
  • Boulders Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • St. James Station - 3 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 24 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lekker Kalk Bay Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • Dalebrook - 6 min walk
  • Olympia Cafe & Deli - 14 min walk
  • Dalebrook Cafe - 7 min walk
  • St James Beach - 5 min walk

About this property

Sonnekus Guest House

Upscale bayside guesthouse, walk to St. James Beach
Sonnekus Guest House offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Sonnekus Guest House also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Cape Town guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1926
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Sonnekus Guest House offers 9 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1926
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets welcome with a deposit of ZAR 500 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 100.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ZAR 200 for adults and from ZAR 100 for children
  • Pet deposit: ZAR 500 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 100.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 per day

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 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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sonnekus Guest House?

Sonnekus Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonnekus Guest House?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonnekus Guest House on 6 May 2024 start from NZ$192.59, 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 Sonnekus Guest House?

Yep, Sonnekus Guest House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sonnekus Guest House?

Yep, Sonnekus Guest House is a short 14-minute walk from Kalk Bay Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Sonnekus Guest House a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sonnekus Guest House.

Does Sonnekus Guest House serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonnekus Guest House?

No, Sonnekus Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonnekus Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Sonnekus Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa, Seattle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great option for accomodation by the ocean near Cape Town. My room and bathroom were spacious and clean. Staff was accommodating to my arriving very late (after midnight). Parking is a bit tricky but it pays off to be close to all of the wonderful restaurants and shopping in Kalk Bay. I would come back if ever in this area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

gloria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our check in went well until I discovered they had a wrong name at which point they said the pipes were broken and moved us to a different property. Interesting that when they thought we were someone else, the room was ok. We had to ask about the included breakfast. All was fine, although the new place, not as cozy and not within walking distance of another family members booking made on purpose close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ceceilia

Travelled with group
Homely place, warm and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An ideal place to stay in the peninsula area
Very kind hosts, immediate service, very good breakfast, huge room with several windows and stunning views on the sea and the mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy B&B right on the beach
Nice B&B. Very friendly and very well located. Love the area abs so close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marize

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a wonderfull stay, the film crue did make a lot of noice during the night , but not guest houses fault .Overall a wonderfull stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

PCSF

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly amazing staff. No matter the time no matter what you need there is always a smile
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020