The Walden House puts you in the centre of Cape Town, 3 km (1.9 mi) from Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Camps Bay Beach. Highlights at this boutique guest house include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Cape Town City Centre guest house include Table Mountain and University of Cape Town.
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Cape Town Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Camps Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Cape Town Station - 7 min drive
Rosebank Station - 8 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Van Hunks - 5 min walk
Yours Truly - 5 min walk
Asoka - 6 min walk
Blondie - 5 min walk
Starbucks - 6 min walk
About this property
The Walden House
Suburban guesthouse in Cape Town with free parking
As a guest of The Walden House, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. The business-friendly The Walden House also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cape Town guest house.
1 building
7 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Poolside lounge chairs
Coffee in lobby
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Terrace
Garden
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
The Walden House offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 4:00 AM to 7:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
Free secured self parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
In the mountains
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.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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1 building
2 floors
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch smart TV with digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Minibar
Tea bags/instant coffee
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Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 250 for check-in between 5:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 250
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 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 400 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Late check-in fee: ZAR 250 for check-in between 5:00 PM and midnight
Late check-out fee: ZAR 250 (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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Property Registration Number 2000/027086/23
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
Is parking available at The Walden House?
Yep, The Walden House has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to The Walden House?
The closest beach to The Walden House is Clifton Bay Beach (3.2 km).
Does The Walden House have a pool?
The Walden House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Walden House?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 4:00 AM - 7:00 PM on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Walden House?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Walden House?
No, pets are not allowed.
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