Near Newlands Cricket Ground, Riversong Guest House offers a tranquil oasis with a rooftop terrace and seasonal outdoor pool. Relax with aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments at the onsite spa, Hot tub on Roof, and unwind in the garden or enjoy English breakfast.
14 Esme Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700
What's nearby
Newlands Cricket Ground - 8 min walk
Newlands Stadium - 9 min walk
University of Cape Town - 4 min drive
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive
Table Mountain - 17 min drive
Getting around
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 18 min drive
Cape Town Station - 15 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station - 31 min drive
Newlands Station - 6 min walk
Claremont Station - 19 min walk
Rondebosch Station - 25 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Limnos Bakers - 8 min walk
JC Brasserie - 9 min walk
The Hans and Lloyd Coffee Co - Newlands - 9 min walk
Tiger’s Milk - 9 min walk
Sushi Box - 8 min walk
About this property
Riversong Guest House
Riversong Guest House features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. The restaurant is perfect for a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the Hot tub for a relaxing end to the day. There's an outdoor pool and a lazy river, and in-room conveniences at this Tuscan guest house include fridges and microwaves. Public transportation is close by: Newlands Station is only 6 minutes on foot.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, German
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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
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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
Free secured, covered on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Free off-site parking within 2 ft
Street parking available
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Shopping centre shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private picnics
Free reception (selected days)
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Lazy river
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Private winery tours
Shopping
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Safari nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Free pool cabanas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1998
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
An outdoor pool
Designer shops on-site
Lazy river
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Tuscan architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
First-run films
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate dining area
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Meal delivery service
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
Local area shuttle and shopping centre shuttle services are offered for an extra charge
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 150 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cots/infant beds are available for an extra charge
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Riversong Guest House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Riversong Guest House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Riversong Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Riversong Guest House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 650 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riversong Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 150 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Riversong Guest House?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (14-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Riversong Guest House and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours and ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Riversong Guest House also has a lazy river and a garden, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Riversong Guest House?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Riversong Guest House have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge, a microwave and cookware.
What's the area around Riversong Guest House like?
Riversong Guest House is located by the river in Newlands, a short 6-minute walk from Newlands Station and 8 minutes' walk from Newlands Cricket Ground.
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Riversong Guest House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 April 2023
Stayed with the family and the kids loved it. Very friendly staff, great location and very nice and clean room. Breakfast is a treat
Maarten
Maarten, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2023
Totally recommended.
ALLAN DANIEL
ALLAN DANIEL, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 December 2023
Thoughtful details and bucolic neighborhood
The hotel had everything I could imagine I might need from umbrellas to wine in the room. Very thoughtful details. Charles and the rest of the team were very welcoming. There is a nice living room space on the second floor which looks out at table mountain, the backyard, and the pool. I particularly liked working from there.
Anne
Anne, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2023
Calm beauty in the middle of the city
Riversong is everything you want in a guesthouse: stylish, clean, excellent staff, accommodating, attention to detail, small touches that make a difference. Located a 5 minute walk from Cavendish Square, Newlands sports ground and across Esme St from Sans Souci Girls High School, it is centrally located while also quiet even in the middle of a bustling work day. Highly recommended!
Larry
Larry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 February 2025
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2025
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 December 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 November 2023
KS
KS, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2023
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 March 2023
Jess
Jess, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 February 2023
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 January 2023
Eric
Eric, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 December 2021
Terrific
jonathan
jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2019
Verified traveller
5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 March 2019
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 February 2019
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 January 2019
Überaus freundlicher Empfang und Betreuung während aller 12 Tage - sichere Umgebung/ Villenviertel - nette und qualitativ gute Restaurants, Einkaufsmall fußläufig erreichbar - gutes Preis/Leistungsverhältnis.
Verified traveller
12-night trip
6/10 Good
2 January 2019
Nice hotel but cold in winter.
Nice hotel but cold in winter. Arriving in a cold room in winter is not pleasant.
Apart from that the hotel is nice and the breakfast good.
Nicolas
Nicolas, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 December 2018
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 November 2018
Verified traveller
3-night trip
6/10 Good
16 September 2018
Well maintained premises. Very secure parking and in a safe neighborhood. Found it in a good walking distance from shops. Staff made it a very homely environment.
We really enjoyed our stay.
Noel
Noel, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 September 2018
Great
Everything is wonderful in riversong.
Tsung yu
Tsung yu, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 July 2018
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 June 2018
Very good.
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 March 2018
Recommended
Very comfortable, very friendly. Good breakfast. Sensibly priced.