Esperanza Guest House, Cape Town
About the Hotel
Esperanza Guest House - A Victorian-style guesthouse at the foot of Table Mountain with an outdoor pool and complimentary breakfast
Set at the foot of Table Mountain, Esperanza Guest House offers six spacious, airy rooms with private en-suite bathrooms, some featuring antique ball-and-claw bathtubs. Each room includes free Wi-Fi, laptop-friendly workspaces, flat-screen TVs, and safety deposit boxes. A complimentary gourmet breakfast is served in the sunlit dining room, while the African-themed lounge provides a setting for evening drinks. The guesthouse features an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden, along with concierge and laundry services. Esperanza is located in City Bowl, less than 15 minutes from Camps Bay and within walking distance of Cape Town’s city center. Nearby landmarks include Table Mountain (1.5 miles), Greenmarket Square (1.5 miles), and the South African Jewish Museum (1 mile).
Pros
The Victorian-style building features polished oak floors and pressed ceilings, adding historic charm.
Complimentary gourmet breakfast is served on demand in a sunlit dining room.
The African-themed lounge offers a relaxed setting for evening drinks.
Proximity to Table Mountain and Cape Town’s city center provides easy access to attractions.
Rooms include laptop-friendly workspaces and free Wi-Fi.
Cons
The guesthouse is located next to a busy road, though noise is reportedly minimal at night.
Limited on-site dining options beyond breakfast, though several restaurants are within walking distance.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Shallow end
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor