Derwent House

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2026

Kristen

Our stay at Derwent House was exceptional. It was a lovely facility, clean, beautifully decorated with African art. The breakfasts were fabulous--many choices hot and cold, tasty and filling. All the staff were helpful and pleasant. The location is close to dining on Kloof Street and reasonably priced Uber rides get you to all the sights in the city. We could see Table Mountain from our room. I can't say enough good about this establishment and will recommend it to anyone traveling to Cape Town!!

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2026

Andreas

We returned to Derwent House after 10 years and were delighted about our stay here again. Staff is extremely helpful and personable. Breakfast is delicious, and we slept well.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2026

Graeme

An absolute gem of a hotel right in the heart of the \"old town\" area near Kloof Street. Beautiful colonial style design with fantastic local artwork throughout, amazing (cool) pool, honesty bar, secure on street parking (security watchmen at all times) and the most amazing helpful staff I've ever had at a hotel - emails and information on things to do, restaurants etc was outstanding. A really brilliant hotel in every way!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Pam

If you are looking for a small hotel slightly away from the tourist track, this is the hotel. We fell off the plane into the hotel jet lagged but the welcome and care and unexpected breakfast was like nothing I have ever experienced in a hotel. Thanks Luca, Buhle and Kash. This is such a relaxing beautifully colourfully decorated hotel, with extremely friendly staff and magic breakfasts! I would highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2026

Rachel

Outstanding staff. Everything was perfect!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2026

Melissa

I can’t recommend this hotel enough! Beautiful rooms and property in a charming neighbourhood. Staff were so attentive and friendly. Breakfast was top notch. Would definitely stay here again if I ever come back to Cape Town!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2025

David

Stayed in the suite and the room is fabulous. Spacious, filled with light and very quiet. The staff, Tash, Lucas, Cia, and Patience were excellent. They are very helpful, professional and warm. The breakfast is exquisite and the hotel offer different special every morning.
The staff went out their way to make our 5 year anniversary special.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2025

Jason

The staff were amazing. Extremely helpful and friendly. The location is great in a quiet neighborhood near kloof street. The breakfast was delicious.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2025

Lisa

We stayed there 3 evenings. Luca, Tashe and team were lovely. Lots of recommendations for the city experience. Breakfast was fabulous and the rooms and quaintness of the Derwent house were top notch. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a home away from home in Cape Town.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2025

Wendi

Small boutique hotel that specializes in superior customer experience. All staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2025

Pamela

Lovely hotel with fabulous artwork everywhere. Personalized service 24/7. The staff was friendly and helpful and went the extra mile to add special touches. Turndown service was especially impressive. Good location: ubers from Derwent to most attractions were under $6 per trip. Highly recommend!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2025

Mrs. Linda

Great Hotel with Great Staff

Hotel is clean & comfortable. Good location for restaurants & bars which are downhill to the Main Street. Ample on street parking. Good choice of breakfast. Amazing view of Table Mountain from our room. The main call out is the staff - every member was so helpful, very friendly and couldn’t do enough to make your stay a memorable one.
Thank you to you all

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2025

Sharlene

Fantastic hotel

The hotel was fantastic - great location and Luca and his staff were amazing and went out of there way for us - I recommend this hotel 120 percent !!!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2025

Carol

From the moment you enter the beautifully decorated lounge area, you know this is your home away from home. The room isnt large, but well appointed. Staff is superb. Great restaurants nearby and we also we walked the 30 min. downtown( we are 72) took Uber everywhere else.
Breakfast is fabulous and the little touches of having cake or cookies around in the afternoon was an added bonus. There are steps to all the rooms that I could see so if this is a problem, check. Otherwise, this is the place to stay.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2024

gail

I really enjoyed my stay. The staff were phenomenal! I did not feel safe walking around the area, but we used UBER and had no issues. I would stay again. They allowed us to stay in our room until we left for the airport in the late afternoon. That was a real perk!

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2024

J

a great find

This hotel was a delight. The staff were lovely, the room very comfortable and in a brilliant position in Cape Town. The team were really helpful in planning our days, gave a great restaurant recommendation and made us feel very welcome.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2024

Dana

Charming boutique hotel in a wonderful Cape Town neighborhood, the Gardens. The owners were extremely helpful suggesting restaurants and making reservations for us. We had an apartment unit with a full kitchen that was well-stocked I highly recommend.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2024

Daniel

Fantastic in all aspects! Highly recommended!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2024

JUSTIN

Amazing hotel - the best!

Absolutely fabulous hotel - incredible service, superb room, great indoor & outdoor spaces and amazing breakfast. Complimentary tea, coffee and cake in the afternoon as well as well stocked honesty bar. I am struggling to think of a better place that we have stayed at around the world - it is the staff in particular that go the extra mile with everything that really differentiates this hotel from others. A truly 6 star experience. Thank you so so much - you are all superstars

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2024

Kevin

An excellent small boutique hotel. All of the staff we met were helpful and friendly. The rooms were clean and really comfortable. Thoroughly enjoyable stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Feb 2024

Gregory

WOW is how I would describe this property. Every staff member bent over backwards to make us feel at home. This was an experience I can not wait to redo. I will definitely stay here again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Dec 2023

Ian

Best hotel in Cape Town

Fantastic stay. Perfect location. Staff go out of there to make sure that you have the best possible holiday. Very homely welcoming atmosphere make it special.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2023

Larry

The perfect Boutique hotel. It is in a great location, the staff is very friendly and helpful and the decor is perfect for Africa. The rooms are very clean and the included breakfast was perfect. The experience could not have been better. We will return when we next visit Cape Town.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2023

Frank

This is a wonderful small hotel. We felt like we were staying with family. Luca and his team were friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2023

Krishan

Exceeded expectations

Home from home! It was everything you’d wish for and more. The team couldn’t do more for us and made us feel like part of the family. They were always giving us ideas for things to do, places to go and eat. One of the best places we’ve stayed and always warmly welcomed. Loved it. Away from the tourist traps and in a cool spot

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2023

Gregory

Extremely nice staff that went way above and beyond. Included breakfast was excellent and better than what you could find in any restaurant if you went and sat down and ordered avocado toast in my case with salmon. They have lots of staff to make sure the place is secure and everything is taken care of in a timely manner. As for the frequent power outages there were no inconveniences since they have batteries that filled in the outages like they didn’t happen. Very good stay, would choose over a chain since it’s much more personalized and friendly.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2023

Janet

The service and staff at Derwent House are exceptional, nothing is too much and the thought that has been taken to make our stay enjoyable is gruels astounding. Everything you need is provided and some of the very thoughtful touches both in your room and in the dining area are so well done. the staff at Derwent house are exceptional, if your going to Cape Town stay here it’s amazing.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2023

Emma

Fantastic stay

Great stay, felt welcomed from the second we arrived. Lovely room, beautiful lounge and pool area, great breakfast. Staff superb helping plan trips and help with all queries.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Apr 2023

Chris

Good guesthouse and value for money

Good guesthouse and value for money, but a few things that could easily be improved. Locks to rooms didn’t work properly, service was sweet but a bit overwhelming and breakfast was a little average. Luca the manager however was absolutely fantastic and super helpful, would recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2023

Gillian

We loved our stay at Derwent House. All of the staff were super friendly and helpful and we loved the honesty system at the bar. We will definitely be back!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Feb 2023

Stephen

This is a beautiful boutique hotel, in a neighborhood full of restaurants, nightlife and shopping. Most outstanding was the friendly and helpful service, which competes with concierges in the larger hotels, from restaurant recommendations and reservations, to car-hires and other basics. The only minor downside was the lack of a generator to compensate for South Africa's rolling power blackouts, so the air conditioning goes out for a couple hours each night, but it was a minor inconvenience. I would highly recommend this hotel.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2023

Jan

Perfect Oassis in Cape Town

The Derwent House was excellent on all accounts with the exception it is on a hill and my husband isn't the best at parking however the manager came and parked the car for us and we didn't need to use it again until we left. The guest house is convenient for Table Mountain and walking Lions Head it is a small oassis to come back to at the end of the day. Delicious afternoon teas and quiet at night. Easy access to the Waterfront and good restaurants within walking distance

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2022

Paul

A treasure Boutique Hotel in Cape Town

Beautiful Boutique Hotel in a great area of Cape Town-
Our correspondence prior to coming helped to make everything smooth and comfortable ( eg. pick ups/drop off from the Guest home, the area , things to do - restaurants to visit etc . )
Breakfast was amazing with fantastic coffee to start , juice choices, cereals, cheeses , breads and jams etc....followed by a hot plated excellent classic bacon and eggs cooked to taste breakfast ...yum yum... served in a vibrant dining area...

Our room was lovely overlooking the pool with 2 balconies- All was so tasteful and wonderful...
We were close to a few of our favourite restaurants- so great to take them in.
All in all superb !!!!!!
We had a lovely warm welcome into this very vibrant and

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2022

SEVERINO

excellent place to stay in Capetown

Excellent 5 stars

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2022

Floyd

Great bargain in Canucn. Best place in downtown

Great place, especially for the price. Walking distance to all downtown restaurants and activities and only a short drive to the Hotel Zone and beach. Great service and very secure locked free parking with a 24-hour attendant. Good to have a car when staying in Cancun to see everything, no matter where you stay. Beautiful pool. Rooms could use a bit of updating but they are large with very comfortable beds and great amenities like large showers, with the best water pressure ever.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2021

Diana

A truly outstanding hotel

The service was amazing and the room was both comfortable and decorated with taste and style. We felt instantly at home.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2021

Austen

Staff were awesome

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

Beautiful place and wonderful staff and owners. Everyone was so friendly and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jan 2020

scott

Hidden Gem!

Amazing place, fantastic staff and great ambiance. Will definitely stay with them again. World class!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

The Derwent House is a very special boutique hotel. From the personal touches for our honeymoon, to the wonderful breakfasts, to the welcoming and caring staff, this is a great place for a vacation. The property has a beautiful pool, rooms are bright, clean and unique and there is 24/7 staff to make you feel very comfortable and safe. Luca and his team kicked it off with welcome drinks and helpful info and they continued their excellent service from there. Highly recommend to all travelers, great central location in Cape Town also!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

The Derwent House team are special. Genuinely friendly and concerned that you have the best experience with them . The hotel has such a welcoming vibe and you can truly relax there . Breakfasts are top notch and the afternoon bakes are something to look forward to . We loved being able to relax in the lounge at the end of a sightseeing day . Brilliant hotel and staff. !

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

A wonderful hotel with highly professional attentive staff that really make you feel welcome

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2019

TY

Just sensational!
Thanks to Luca and his team.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2019

Verified traveler

This is a small, charming place to stay. The staff does everything they can to make your visit and your outings as good as possible. Breakfast was a treat, and their recommended driver was very good. Even though it was active with comings and goings, I never felt overlooked. The local restaurant recommendations were also excellent, and the neighborhood was walkable. A good value.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2019

Lisa

Simply Fabulous

Fabulous guest house with an amazing staff and beautifully decorated. Attention was given to every detail and we were made to feel like family. Everything was spot on. Thank you Luca and team for such a lovely visit

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2019

Verified traveler

A lot of attention has gone into this property to make it a comfortable and artistic place to stay. Everything was great.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

After huge amount of research and comparison we decided to book Derwent House for majority of our stay in Cape Town. As the hotel was full we booked hotel’s self-catering apartment. Luca greeted us on the arrival and showed us around. First impression – lovely place… extremely welcoming… clean and relaxing… lovely decorated too… Self-catering studio was spacious with the large and very functional bathroom (with walk in shower and a separate bath with the shower), bed comfy and kitchen equipped with everything one might need. During our stay in the hotel we met most of the reception staff and we were impressed by all of them. As we were celebrating my hubbies b’day while we were there, the staff made a dinner reservation for us and when we came back to the room, the room was decorated with happy birthday glitter and signs, balloons and bottle of bubbly was waiting for us. The staff went beyond their duty to make the evening memorable for us. I need to mention that the hotel is in the hilly area with lots of restaurants close by and just a short uber drive to the waterfront (we found that uber was the best way to go around town as it is really cheap and easily accessible). So… question on everyone’s mind is – Would I recommend this hotel – ABSOLUTELY! Would I come back again – YES! (as we fell in love with the city, it is highly likely that we will visit again 😊 )

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

A special place in the middle of Cape Town yet peaceful and quiet. The staff were fantastic and could not do enough to make you feel welcome. My sister and I loved Derwent House and our apartment and the backdrop of Table Mountain made it even more special . Would not hesitate to go back. We will also have very fond memories of this place.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Luca and all the team make you feel at home. It’s a gem of a hotel and I can’t wait to return!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2019

Roland

Derwent House has excellent staff and service. It is a beautiful house that is very tastefully decorated. It is in an outstanding location. Restaurants and cafes are nearby, it is a safe and secure neighbourhood, and it is quiet qnd relaxing at night. All the staff are wonderful and helped us with all our needs. Everyone is very attentive and makes you feel at home. Although there is no gym at the hotel, they do have an arrangement for free access to the Zone Fitness gym on Kloof Str.

Friends_and_family Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Overall, excellent especially the staff. We loved the additional touches e.g cakes in the afternoon along with wine etc. left out with a self service approach. Nice homely feel about the place, we would definitely recommend and have no hesitation in staying there again

10/10

Exceptional

13 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

I had a lovely weekend stay at Derwent House and would highly recommend it. The experience was an ideal combination of the luxury of a hotel and the comforts of home. The staff are delightful and truly helpful. The location is quite central and there are good restaurants a short walk away. During my stay the manager arranged a driver & customized sight-seeing tour for me and another guest which was fantastic and provided several experiences that would have been impossible to arrange otherwise. If I visit Cape Town again I hope to stay at Derwent House.

8/10

Excellent

08 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

The staff are very nice and accommodating. Parking is limited, so you will end up parking on the street, which was unexpected. Also, try to get an upstairs room as you will hear people above you stomping through the night. Good location though, if you don't mind being near the top of a hill. Breakfasts were good and bed was comfortable. Room was on the small side.

8/10

Excellent

24 Nov 2018

Hayden

Great location and very cool vibes. Missing a few details like convenient wall outlets and extra hand towels. Also, WiFi only worked in one corner of our suite. Breakfast was great and the staff is super!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

Amazing staff with wonderful suggestions of what to do in town. Breakfast and snacks were much appreciated, as was the complimentary port and sherry. The room was comfortable and vibrant.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Nov 2018

Giles

Wonderful boutique hotel, perfectly located in a peaceful area yet very close to a wide range of excellent restaurants. Friendly welcoming owners and staff who could not have been more helpful. Fabulous breakfast and delicious cake to revive one after a hard day's sightseeing. We hope we'll be back.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2018

GEOFFREY

Friendly B & B in Cape Town

The staff could not have been more helpful and the facilities are excellent including a phone which you can use to call Uber. It is probably more suitable for younger people as this area of Cape Town is very hilly so although there are many eating places and shops nearby you have to factor in returning up a steep hill. They offer soup and delicious cake every afternoon so that you can mix with the other guests and share experiences. A lovely touch.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2018

Ross

Look no further - A MUST STAY!

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. Every single thing about this hotel was truly remarkable. From the moment we booked to the second we left, the staff of this hotel set a new standard for what incredible service should be. Having stayed at 5-star properties all over the world, I have never felt more welcome and better attended to than by the staff at the Derwent House.

From ensuring we were getting the most out of our short time in Cape Town and helping us to tailor our schedule accordingly, to making bookings and serving a truly delectable breakfast each morning and delightful homemade treats each evening, the staff was SUPERB. And that's not even scratching the surface.

Add to that, the beautiful backdrop of Cape Town and the fantastically whimsical, colorful, and deftly appointed common areas and rooms, I CANNOT WAIT TO STAY HERE AGAIN and tell anyone visiting Cape Town to do the same. You will not be disappointed!

Friends

8/10

Excellent

11 Aug 2018

Chris

Fun and funky

Good location for bars, restaurants, and some shopping.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2018

Glen

The most amazing place to stay

Quite simply the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in. I cannot emphasise enough how amazing the experience at Derwent house is. The location is really convenient, in a really cool area of Cape Town and about 25 mins walk to the waterfront. Rooms are decorated funky and comfortable, the breakfast is fantastic and the little touches like cake in the evening and hot water bottles left in your bed make you feel so welcome and special. But the real difference is the level of service that Derwent House provides. The staff are just amazingly friendly and do everything that they can to make your stay so pleasurable. Honestly, do not stay anywhere else in Cape Town as you will not find a better place to stay than Derwent House

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2018

Robert

Lovely hotel close to Table Mountain

from the first minute we arrived, we found the hotel staff very friendly and welcoming. They were happy to answer any questions or provide recommendations what time to leave etc.

There is an honesty bar meaning the fridge was stocked. In addition you could have afternoon cake or if the weather was cool & damp, there was soup! Choice of breakfast was very good, and we were able to sit al fresco on our last day

The rooms were clean and tidy, there was a TV but the hotel likes to encourage people not to fester in their rooms and come out to meet and greet so there is no fridge. They also provide a phone for you to use in Cape Town, this was really appreciated given the potential call charges we would incur. We only used it to book a taxi home but having the option certainly made us feel relaxed

This hotel is not in the centre of Cape Town which we really liked. It is located in a quiet residential area, meaning there was plenty of space to park the car. It is only a 7/8 minute drive to the Table Mountain car parks, but the views beside the pool of Table Mountain on sunny morning are fabulous.

If you drive past Table Mountain car park, you can drive onto Camp Bay which has lots of bars and restaurants and a stunning beach

We did walk to and back from the Waterfront one day, there are lots of shops and it is quite hilly towards the end of the return journey so we had to stop for a glass of wine

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Pretty much the perfect place

We loved the Derwent House. The staff was very accommodating and helped us feel comfortable in every way. We had great service and communication from everyone. Nice room, beautiful lobby and a excellent breakfast. I would stay there again without question.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Top Notch Service

This hotel is quite the little gem with big service. It is located in an excellent area, easy to get to Table Mountain, Camps Bay, Downtown etc. The service is outstanding and the decor is lovely. The breakfasts are so delicious as well as the afternoon treats with the honor system wine bar.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Mar 2018

Karen

Quality of high-end hotel, comfort of home

Anahid and her charming team welcome guests warmly and then make sure they’re looked after in every way. Nothing seems too much trouble - from recommending and booking restaurants to advising on how to make the best of your time in Cape Town. Derwent House is stylish but cosy, rooms have super comfy beds and the breakfasts are delicious. There’s a lovely courtyard/pool area to relax in after a day’s sightseeing. A gem - we hope to return.....

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

Worth every penny and some!

Amazing!!! Everything about Derwent Houes was spectacular even before we arrived. A few days prior to my arrival, I received a personal email from the owner asking if I needed assistance with transport, or food reservations. When we arrived, we were greeted by friendly staff and were offered a drink in the sitting room. The decor is lovely and the breakfast is fantastic. I told the manager it was my birthday and upon returning to my room in the afternoon, I discovered a bottle of champagne, flowers and confetti decorating the bed in my room. Two days later on Valentine's Day, the owner came around with champagne, chocolates and flowers during breakfast. When we told the hotel we wanted to head to the beach, they provided a beach bag with towels, a frisbee and sunscreen. Not detail was overlooked. I can't wait to return to Derwent House.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2018

Katie

One of the best hotel experiences we've had

We had the most amazing 2 night stay at Derwent House. From the moment we arrived (tired from the long flight!), we felt totally welcomed, relaxed and at home. We could not fault the service and felt as though every little thing had been thought of.

Our room was incredible, with a window and balcony looking right out to Table Mountain! The location of the house was perfect, within easy walking distance of restaurants and a short drive from table mountain.

We must make a special mention of Xolani, who made our stay extra special! He found out that it was our Anniversary, and when we got back to the hotel after popping out, he had decorated our room, left a bottle of champagne on ice and booked us a table at one of the best restaurants in Cape Town! Absolutely incredible.

We would not hesitate to recommend Derwent House to anyone visiting Cape Town. Thank you to the whole team there for making our first visit to the city so special.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Dec 2017

Randall

Home away from home

Amazing breakfast, amazing service, great location. Stayed 6 days would go back.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2017

Aurora

Great hotel, absolutely recommend it!

We have a fantastic visit at the Derwent House. The hotel is very nice, love the interior pool and patio area. The breakfast was perfect. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The location was perfect. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2017

Ajit

It was wonderful stay. Staff was courteous and knowledgeable of the area. They helped planning our day everyday.
Breakfast was amazing.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2017

josef

Excellent property and exceptional staff

From the first contact until we left to fly home, the owners and staff of this hotel are just amazing. We opted for the larger two room room in the attached building. I believe it is a self catering unit, but reminded me of the Dutch apartments I've stayed at in Amsterdam with some stairs leading up to the unit, and two \"wings\" at either end of the staircase landing. One bedroom and one sitting room with small stove, microwave,fridge and outside decki/sitting area.
Wonderfully clean, bright, and spacious.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2017

mania

excellent service,

amazing

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2017

Martin

Thank you!

Well located in the downtown area. The standard rooms are so tiny you can't fit a suitcase anywhere. Space is too limited for 2 people. It was a bit loud but it's downtown so it has to be expected.
Main area is beautiful and there is a fireplace which makes the room cozy and comfortable. Breakfast is good and the staff is beyond helpful. The owner is a nice lady and was friendly

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2017

Rachael

Like a home away from home

The staff at Derwent make the hotel so warm and inviting! When we were unable to schedule trips on Expedia, the staff went over and beyond to find drivers for us so we could go on every trip we desired in Cape Town. They are great listeners and do whatever they can to make your stay the best time possible.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2017

Pam

Beautiful Boutique Hotel and Fantastic Service!

I am upset that we were not staying longer! We only stayed two nights at the Derwent House but I would love to come back and stay a longer period of time. The entire staff was so helpful and accommodating! Our suite had a bedroom with a queen bed, a living area with a bed that pulled out that slept two also. We also had a small kitchen area with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, coffee pot, toaster and two burners with all utensils and pots and pans if needed. However, we took advantage of their breakfast which was FANTASTIC! The living room has a balcony that was very nice also. In the evening you can sit in one of the two common areas which were beautifully decorated and both accessible to the fireplace. At night, there is turn down service with a warm bottle to heat your feet. There is also a common balcony area that overlooks the pool with a waterfall and a jacuzzi. This area and the common living areas were just so peaceful! I have traveled many places and this is one of my new ALL TIME favorites! The entire staff was wonderful! We will be back!

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2017

Alice

Wonderful place! Great great breakfast, excellent service.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2017

thanh

would give 10 stars if i could

absolutely loved our stay. top notch in every way. could not ask for more

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2017

Matthew

Great spot! Really enjoyed it! Very nice, large room. Exceedingly friendly and helpful staff. Can't overstate how much we enjoyed it at Derwent.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2017

Matthew

Great location, very friendly staff! 10/10 would stay here again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2017

Tom

Great hotel with amazing staff

One of the best places I've stayed, and we stayed in some great spots just on this trip. The rooms and common rooms and pool area are all lovely but the people at the hotel really make this place. Super friendly and extremely helpful, these guys are awesome. An added bonus is that the area the hotel is in is very safe and has a lot of good restaurants very close by, can walk to dinner and back at night safely which isn't so common in other parts of South Africa!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2017

Marci

Fantastic boutique hotel that has everything!

The staff are super friendly and helpful, the boutique hotel is welcoming and wonderfully decorated, the breakfast is AMAZING, the rooms are comfortable, great views and equipped with everything you need.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2017

James

Had a fantastic stay at Derwent House. The staff were fantastic, we would recommend to anyone and would love to stay again if we returned to Cape Town.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Mar 2017

assaad

Fantastic stay at the DerwentHouse

Very cosy guest house with a lot of charm, and a lot of natural light, making the space very relaxing.
The staff was absolutely fabulous, particularly, Vuyo, Luca and Willem!

Location couldn't be any better, removed from the tourist center yet close enough to walk down kloof street to key point of interest.
Highly recommend this DerwentHouse!

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2017

Edmund

Better than a home away from home

One of the best Boutique hotels. Great service, style (art collection), breakfast and winelist.
Staff very friendly and helpful

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2017

Sharon

Wonderful staff.

Extremely welcoming friendly staff. We stayed in the self catering apartment which was stocked with a few complementary food staples which was a nice touch. The air conditioning wasn't great, but otherwise it was a lovely place.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2017

Marc

Lovely boutique hotel

Lovely boutique hotel with very helpful and friendly staff. Clean and great location next to Kloof Street. Very bespoke feel and service. Would highly recommend.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Feb 2017

Phil Evans

An excellent boutique hotel close to Table mountai

A well kept hotel with very friendly helpful staff. Close to local bars and restaurants but situated in a quiet street.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2017

Ian

Lovely hotel in Cape Town

I visited Cape Town on business last week and stayed at the Derwent House for 2 nights. Lovely small hotel, friendly staff in a attractive neighbourhood. I enjoyed my stay and will return. For a business trip I would like breakfast to be available earlier that the 0800 start time.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2016

Richard

Lovely Guesthouse lodging near great restaurants.

The location was beautiful- overlooks Table Mountain and near Kloof Street with some great restaurants. It has a warm and inviting seating area in the living room where you can sip a complimentary sherry or cup of tea with dessert in the evening. They do offer other beverages (wines & sodas) for a small fee. The staff was very helpful ensuring your stay was entirely pleasant. The room sizes differ depending on the location within the property ( I recommend Room #1 with its terrace overlooking the majestic Table Mtn.) -sizes are smaller compared to other properties I've stayed in, however the rooms were impeccably clean and comfy. The property does offer a lovely cold & warm full breakfast. There is an pool in the rear of the property and outdoor seating for eating and sunbathing. It is a very homey feeling.

8/10

Excellent

13 Dec 2016

Verified traveler

Cosy hotel with great service!

Great service from time of booking till our last day. Our stay was too short and we wish we could have stayed longer.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2016

Fiona

Wonderful boutique hotel

Absolutely fabulous small boutique hotel, charming and intimate. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff who went out of their way to help. Will be returning again to stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2016

margit

Fantastic stay

An all around wonderful experience. From the beautiful room to the very kind and attentive staff to the scrumptious breakfast. I would not consider staying anywhere else in Cape Town.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2016

Joella

Absolutely loved it!

We are so pleased we booked Derwent House for our 4 nights in Cape Town. It was in a great location to get around. The staff were so friendly and helpful - felt very at home! The breakfasts were delicious with great variety and a daily special. There was a very well stocked honesty bar and complimentary afternoon cakes. The room was very comfortable, the pool area very relaxing and the house decor was fantastic! We would definitely recommend and go back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2016

Verified traveler

Great little hotel

This small boutique hotel is excellent, friendly staff who are ready to help, give advice, call taxis, book restaurants, good breakfast serving continental and cooked. There is a small pool and jacuzzi with sitting area. Short walk to a variety of popular local restaurants, short taxi ride to centre of Cape Town.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2016

Janet

great place and great people

Fun, relaxing and clean

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2016

James

Great property - Welcoming Staff

We stayed in the apartments which included a gated parking spot. Breakfasts were excellent with a choice of menu items as well as other items. Service was fantastic. We had two apartments for four grown adults - we might have been able to squeeze into one but the bedding was not set up for it really. Definitely would stay here again.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2016

Ginny

lovely hotel with amazing staff

We stayed for four nights with our teen-age son in late July. As no triple available for the first two nights, the hotel had given us two rooms for the same price as the triple, arranged in advance. Then, on the third day the hotel manager offered the option of staying put or moving to the other space. We decided to remain where we were, which my son loved, since he had his own room. Filling, well-prepared breakfast each day and afternoon sherry or port with a snack. Gracious, helpful staff ready to make reservations for dinner, tours or call taxis. Very enjoyable, comfortable stay.

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2016

Verified traveler

Awesome boutique hotel close to great food

Derwent House was awesome. The staff were friendly and went that extra step to ensure you didn't need anything. They also assisted with bookings, info and great food tips.
My room was next to the pool, it had plenty of room and was quiet.
I loved the breakfast in the morning especially the fresh fruit and juice. I especially liked the breakfast to go when I had to leave early for a tour, it was great. Again nothing was a problem.

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2016

Christine

We would definitely return to Derwent House when ever we visit Cape Town again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2016

Malcolm

Thanks DH team for wonderful stay in Cape Town

We had a wonderful few days staying at apartment 6 Derwent house. Great location for visitiing sites in and around Cape Town.

Luca and team at DH couldn't be more helpful with any request or query you may have.

We've stayed at many 5star hotels all over the world but i really have to say that the friendly warm welcome from all the staff at DH is second to none.

They're located just off Kloof St which is a great area for dining out and perfecly safe to walk out to in the eveing for drinks and or dinner.

Would certainly book here again when returing to Cape Town.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2016

Verified traveler

Great place amazing staff in a very safe area of Cape Town