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About the Hotel

5 Hellenburgh Road, Cape Town, South Africa

The 4-star Reading House Hotel Cape Town gives quick access to Woolworths, which is situated about a 5-minute walk away. This Cape Town guest house features an outdoor pool and Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Location

Located 3.2 km from Rhodes Memorial, the luxury hotel is also a mere 450 metres from Non-Violence. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is also located approximately 10 minutes by car from the property.

This accommodation is at a 450-metre distance from Claremont bus stop and just a short stroll from Newlands train station in Cape Town. Cape Town International airport is within 20 km away.

Rooms

Guests will make use of a hairdryer and bath sheets in bathrooms equipped with a bath, a separate toilet, and a shower.

Eat & Drink

Mr Lin's Sushi and Thai, situated merely 1 km away, is a perfect place to enjoy Japanese cuisine.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double or Twin Room Shower

Max:

2 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

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Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

435 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

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King Room

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2 persons

270 sq. feet

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Cape Town 4.7 mi

Airports

Cape Town International (CPT) 9.6 mi

Train

Newlands Railway Station1700 ft

Claremont Railway Station3000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“I was thrilled with my room at Reading House, which was not only large but also featured a king bed that was incredibly comfortable. The combination of a sitting area and an en suite shower and toilet made my stay feel luxurious and relaxing.” view full review

Delicious Breakfasts

“Every morning I enjoyed a delicious breakfast that included both cold options and made-to-order hot dishes. The variety and quality were excellent, truly setting me up for a fantastic day of exploring.” view full review

Modern Touches

“The bathroom in my room had a well-designed vanity screen that modernized the overall look while maintaining the classic charm of the house. It was spacious enough for a comfortable experience, which I really appreciated.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Front desk
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

5 Hellenburgh Road, Cape Town, South Africa

Map view

5 Hellenburgh Road, Cape Town, South Africa

City landmarks

Stadium

Newlands Rugby Stadium

3100 ft

Mall

Cavendish Square Shopping Centre

4900 ft

Gym

Rush Trampoline Park

2600 ft

Park

Keurboom Park

4200 ft

Nature reserve

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

2.4 mi

3 Main Rd

Newlands Brewery

2100 ft

Mall

Riverside Mall

1.4 mi

Museum

Irma Stern Museum

1.6 mi

University

University of Cape Town

1.4 mi

Museum

Josephine Mill

2400 ft

Campground Rd

Rondebosch Common

1.5 mi

Garden

Arderne Gardens

1.4 mi

Shopping Area

Stadium on Main

2600 ft

Store

Melissa's the Food Shop

4000 ft

Monument

Rhodes Memorial

1.7 mi

Forest

Newlands Forest

1.3 mi

35 Greenwood Road

The John Bauer Pottery Studio and B&B

4000 ft

31 Newlands Avenue

Montebello Design Centre

5000 ft

Gallery

Barnard Gallery

4100 ft

Harfield Village

1.0 mi

The Lawns Below Kirstenbosch at the Main Entrance on Rhodes Avenue

Liesbeek River Trail

1.1 mi

6 Hamilton Rd

Ridgway Ramblers

1.0 mi

Mall

Access Park Outlet Shopping

1.2 mi

Park

Wynberg Park

2.1 mi

Tsitsikamma Lot 510 Glosderry

Tsitsikamma Wolf Sanctuary

1.5 mi

Market

Oakhurst Farmstall

1.5 mi

Uthando

1.4 mi

Rhodes Ave

Mostert's Mill

1.6 mi

Nearby

Waterfront

Non-Violence

1400 ft

Restaurants

Col' Cacchio pizzeria

2600 ft

Cnr Keurboom Rd & Milner Rd Shop 20

Bihari

3600 ft

Main Road Ground Floor

La Cuccina

3700 ft

13 Boundary Road Josephine's Mill

Thai Cafe

2700 ft

22 Palmyra Junction Palmyra Rd

The Slug & Lettuce

4100 ft

8 Main Road 8 Ashley Cooper House

Thaiyashi

4200 ft

Dean Street Shop 1 Newlands Quater

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