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The Walden House

W. Cape-Cape Town-Garden Route · South Africa

Burnside Road, 5View location

9.6/10Excellent41 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.6/109.6
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood9.2/109.2
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About The Walden House

Nestled against the backdrop of the majestic Table Mountain lies The Walden House. Build in 1900, this gracious Victorian home and garden suites, have been restored to its original splendor and refurbished with the most elegant finishes.

It has a colonial style, with a touch of Africa, and an open ambience without clutter, with each piece of furniture selected with a purpose.

There are seven elegant en-suite rooms that offer you an unique and private setting in colonial style

Situated in Tamboerskloof, Four of the rooms offer direct access to the beautiful garden. Three of the rooms are situated in the main house with magnificent views of the city, Table Mountain and Signal Hill. The large luxury suite has a fire place, large victorian bath & double shower.

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It offers direct access to the balcony with mountain views.

The Walden House is the ideal base from which to explore the beauty of Cape Town. It is only five minutes from Cape Town's finest beaches, Table Mountain, the Waterfront and within a twenty minute drive from the famous Stellenbosch and Franschhoek winelands.

Whether on holiday or business, a stay at The Walden House will change your outlook forever. Check in: From 14h00 - 20h00 (please arrange with management for late check-in's Check out: 10h30

A stay at The Walden House places you in the heart of Cape Town, within a 10-minute drive of Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and University of Cape Town. This boutique guesthouse is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Camps Bay Beach and 8.2 mi (13.1 km) from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens.

Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 4:30 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Car recommended Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special 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 during the following times:
    • Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • Property Registration Number 2000/027086/23
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Afrikaans

    English

Nearby attractions

Kloof Street 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Table Mountain National Park 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Bree Street 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Iziko South African Museum 1 km / 0.6 mi
Long Street 1 km / 0.6 mi
Company's Garden 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Bo Kaap Museum 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
South African Jewish Museum 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
South African National Gallery 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Greenmarket Square 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Western Cape High Court 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
South Africa Library 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Adderley Street 1.6 km / 1 mi
Christian Barnard Hospital 1.6 km / 1 mi
St. George's Cathedral 1.6 km / 1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 7
  • Number of floors (annexe): 2
  • Twin rooms: 3
  • Double rooms: 4
  • guest house
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • City centre
  • Bus/Train station
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
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  • Airport
  • Harbour
  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Entertainment Area
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Transfer serviceExtra charge
  • Secure parking
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Fireplace
  • Hotel safe
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Sun terrace
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Dining area
  • Clothes dryer
  • Private pool
  • Electric kettle
  • Non-smoking area
  • Breakfast room
  • Printer
  • Photocopier
  • Fax
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Breakfast served to the table
  • Continental breakfast
  • Hot breakfast
  • Early bird breakfast
  • Snacks
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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Room types

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  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: DBT.DB

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  • SUITE HONEYMOONSUITE • HONEYMOONSUI.HM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    HONEYMOON

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    SUITE HONEYMOON

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    HONEYMOON

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.HM

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Walden House

9.6
Excellent
41 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.2 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
20 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2022
Ovidio

Amazing Hotel

The two ladies responsible for the whole hotel operations, are very professional, helpful and work as synced duo. We loved our time and were humbled with the professionalism this place is run.

We will return as we left with expectation of experiencing more of this place and of Cape Town!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2022
Verified traveler
I was very impressed with the service, quality of breakfast and the overall care of the ladies!
Business
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2020
Verified traveler
Lovely place to stay, very central and safe. Our room was upgraded on arrival which was a nice added bonus. Amy who worked on reception was lovely and so helpful. Good breakfast - would recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Great area in Cape Town. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby, yet quick and easy to get to other places using a taxi or Uber. Staff was very helpful and full of ideas for our short stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2019
Mr L R

Great Hotel close to CTICC

Beautiful, clean, upmarket
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2018
Delta Built

Stay at Walden House

My stay was very nice and the staff was very pleasant and helpful at all time.
The room was very clean and neat the only issue I had was there was no hot water in the shower.
Overall stay though was good.
8/10
Excellent
10 Apr 2018
Verified traveler

Perfect Tamboerskloof hideaway with great ambience

The service was very capable & friendly!
My room was very nice and the bed also excellent. Even though close to restaurants and some main roads in the area, the house is quiet. First night huge noise from next door neighbours. Young crowd.
The standard of cleanliness can be upped.
Generally happy. Will recommend it.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2018
Catalina

The perfect home base.

The staff were very friendly and were quick to answer every question I had. The location is great and makes for easy access anywhere in Cape Town, while the B&B itself is adorable with a lovely pool and very comfy rooms. Definitely, a place to go back to!
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2017
Verified traveler

A gem

This is a beautiful guest house with a great view of Table Mountain. The service was excellent. I had the honeymoon suite, which was lovely. I would definitely stay here again.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2017
Eva

quiet and excellent location to walk to everything

would stay again in a heartbeat. It was quiet and you are able to walk to restaurants and shopping.
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2017
Jan

Great location, great place.

This place has it all. The great location, between downtown and Table Mountain cable car lower station. Beautiful villa. Excellent location also for people who will be boarding a cruise ship later.
At upper floor you will have a nice view of the mountains and downtown from a balcony, accessible from a common corridor. The Honeymoon suite has a door directly to that L-shaped balcony. We were upgraded to that suite, which was very large with a fireplace, desk and cozy chairs. Bathroom is also large, nicely decorated and honeymooners will appreciate free standing bath tub and his and her shower head in the stall.
Excellent breakfast includes not only a buffet section but also menu where you can order eggs, bacon...etc. Napkins have a temperature for that day printing on them - nice touch. The villa also has a cozy common area, again with a fireplace, sofa and more. The owner will get you tickets for Table Mountain on line, bypassing the waiting and also she will order a taxi for you. It will cost you about sixty SAR. It should be less by taxi meter (forty), but taxis are trying to get more, since shorter distance is not profitable for them. Still better choice than walking, which would be at least twenty minutes at higher pace and up the hill.

We were very happy that we made this choice - to stay at The Walden House. Highly recommended!
8/10
Excellent
31 Jan 2017
Harold

Perfect for a short stay.

This was a very good value hotel.The breakfast was excellent as was the staff.For a short stay city hotel this hotel ticks all the boxes,
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2016
Holly

Beautifully presented, comfortable, great service!

I had a week long stay in a garden room - it was comfortable, beautifully decorated and presented and most importantly clean. The Walden House is in a very inviting setting with beautiful gardens and all of the home comforts you could want. The staff are very friendly and helpful, arranging transport and tours with no problem. The airport transfer was great with a very helpful friendly driver. The Walden house really is in a great location, just out of the CBD it is still central Cape Town, close to table mountain with lots of lovely cafes 2 minutes walk away, and a short taxi ride to the V & A Waterfront (50-60ZAR). I had arrived early/mid morning so had arranged to drop my bags off - when I arrived my room was ready which after 30 hours of flying I was so incredibly appreciative of. The breakfasts are lovely with plenty of options. I used the laundry service which was well priced and great. Thanks for making me feel so welcome - If I am back in Cape Town I will definitely stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2016
Olivia

Amazing

One of the best places I've ever stayed.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2016
Verified traveler

A pleasant stay in Cape Town

A charming Victorian building with pool, modern rooms and bathrooms. Excellent breakfast was included.
Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Nov 2015
Alan
Friendly and helpfull staff with a good breakfast
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2015
Verified traveler

Great start to our vacation.

Great Service! They helped us find our way around town and arranged a local car rental which delivered the car to the Walden House. They also arranged taxi service. The Walden House was quaint and pleasant and the breakfast was superb. We loved the fresh Protea flowers in the room at the table and in the common areas.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Sep 2015
Lindsay
Great stay, very comfortable and centrally located.

Only downside was people outside my room at 5am chatting.
8/10
Excellent
30 Apr 2015
Simon

Period style in Cape Town

Really pleasant stay at the Walden House. Friendly helpful staff, great breakfasts with ample choice, and comfortably furnished rooms within a colonial style building. Nice and secure, it's in a convenient position for town - a short cab ride and equally close to the table mountain cable car. We enjoyed our stay here and found the Wakden House to be of excellent value.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2015
Rowan

Superb hotel

Staff friendly and efficient
Breakfast excellent, though service could sometimes be slow

Location & surroundings

The Walden House
Burnside Road, 5, Cape Town, South Africa

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