Lourens River Guesthouse B&B, Somerset West

Lourens River Guesthouse B&B, Somerset West - Hotel Description

Our family-run guesthouse is conveniently located in the heart of the Helderberg tourist area, only 18 minutes from the airport and half an hour from Cape Town.

We do not just offer spacious accommodation; you can become like part of our family or enjoy your privacy as all rooms feature their own entrance. Come holiday away from your busy lifestyle and unwind at our home.

Our guesthouse is the perfect base for touring the region, visiting vineyards, beaches and the nature reserve, taking advantage of the golf courses, restaurants and shopping malls in the vicinity. Start the day with our breakfast before exploring this beautiful coastal region, then return to relax in the comfort of our garden and large pool area. Small and run by people with dedication, that is what makes our guesthouse an ideal destination.

Welcome to our family-run guest house. We are most conveniently situated in the heart of the Helderberg tourist area. Only 18 minutes to and from Cape Town International Airport and only half an hour from the bustle of Cape Town. Our guest house is the perfect base for touring. Wine farms, golf courses, restaurants and shopping malls are well catered for locally.

Come on holiday from your busy lifestyle and unwind at our home. We offer very friendly atmosphere, 5 generously sized warm bedrooms and a 11 m sparkling swimming pool. The bedrooms are individually decorated using antique furniture, crisp linens and fresh flowers. Enjoy the amenities of 4 channel TV, hairdryer, fan, soaps & toiletries, towels... The bathrooms in the self-catering flat have under floor heating. We believe that on holiday you want a good night's rest on comfortable mattresses, freshen up with a shower and enjoy a sumptuous/delicious breakfast. Than you off to a good start of travelling around the coastal region and return to relax in the comfort of our garden and pool area.

We can offer you

private & secure off-street parking

airport transfer
arrangement for restaurant and day tours
assistance in planning your day
laundry service
tea/coffee tray
babysitting service
a safe (in the main house) and
ADSL-Internet & Email-access
are available to you. Facilities and services are accessible to disabled and handicapped people.

Become part of our family or enjoy your privacy. All rooms have their own entrance. Small and run by people with dedication - that's what makes Lourens River Guesthouse an ideal destination.

Lourens River Guesthouse B&B, Somerset West - Guest Services

• Activities: Outdoor Swimming Pool, Fitness Centre, BBQ Facilities, Library, Golf Course (within 3 km), Children's Playground.
• General: Pets Allowed, Safety Deposit Box, Non-Smoking Rooms, Parking, Free Parking, Garden, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests.
• Services: Internet Services, Car Rental, Fax/Photocopying, Laundry, Airport Shuttle, Bicycle Rental, Babysitting/Child Services, Tour Desk, Room Service.

Lourens River Guesthouse B&B, Somerset West - Restaurants and Bars

The rich and generous breakfast is made using fresh local and German products. It starts at 08:30 and special diets are catered for upon request. If required, we can arrange breakfast from as early as 06:30 and for self-catering guests, you can enjoy the breakfast for as little as ZAR 35 per person. The hotel offers the famous South African Braais (barbecues) with a German influence. We include meats such as chicken, lamb, indigenous spiced sausage and ostrich. Sometimes we even have Springbok or Zebra. This comes with the traditional braai broodjie, a sandwich with onion, tomato and cheese, as well as salad and vegetables. Even if this sounds exotic, we recommend that you try it.

Lourens River Guesthouse B&B, Somerset West - Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

• Check In: 14:00 - 19:00 hours
• Check Out: 11:00 hours
Cards accepted at the hotel:
• Visa,  MasterCard,  American Express
• Deposit: 25 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.
• Internet: Wired internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
• Pets: Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
• Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.
• Extra Charges: 14 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged ZAR 150.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 2.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 30 days before date of arrival, 25 percent of all nights will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Lourens River Guesthouse B&B, Somerset West - Important Information

Refunds of booking deposits and prepayments are made at the discretion of the management and are dependent on the ability to re-let the rooms.

Lourens River Guesthouse B&B, Somerset West - Directions

By Car: From Cape Town or the airport: - Take the N2 towards Somerset West, but do not take exit 43 for Somerset West. - Follow the road until it makes an S-curve; on the left-hand side is the golf course and on the right is a school. - At the big traffic lights on Victoria Road, go straight ahead. - After approximately 80 metres, turn left into Lourens Street; there is a green sign on the corner: H.H.H. - After the stop sign it will be the 3rd house on the right-hand side: number 69. From George: - Take the N2 towards Cape Town and drive over Sir Lowry's Pass. - Go straight ahead and pass the industrial area until you can see the Virgin Active Fitness Club on your left. - Get into the right-hand lane and turn right at the next opportunity into Lourens Street. - Then follow the instructions above. Transfer and shuttle services are available on request.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation