GOSHEN LODGE FITZROY, Cape Town
About the Hotel
Goshen Lodge Fitzroy - A budget-friendly self-catering guest house near Cape Town International Airport
Goshen Lodge Fitzroy offers family-oriented self-catering rooms with private bathrooms, work desks, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and free toiletries, accommodating up to 4 guests per family room. The guest house provides free WiFi, free private parking, a shared kitchen with essential cooking facilities, an outdoor fireplace, and BBQ facilities, with daily housekeeping and laundry services available. Rated 3-star with a 5.5/10 Booking.com score, the property is situated 8 km from Cape Town International Airport, 15 km from the CTICC, 16 km from Robben Island Ferry, 18 km from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, and 22 km from Table Mountain. Guests have access to a designated smoking area, non-smoking rooms throughout, and CCTV in common areas and outside the property for security, with a shuttle service available on request. Rooms include a kitchenette, shower, private entrance, and some accommodate groups of 5, though such rooms may feel cramped, as noted by a guest. An invoice is provided for bookings, and accessible parking is available on-site. Goshen Lodge Fitzroy features flexible check-in options based on room availability, and a host named Isabel is frequently praised for being friendly and accommodating. The guest house targets families traveling to Cape Town and business travelers needing a convenient, budget-friendly stay, with amenities including a TV, hairdryer plugs, and shared kitchen access for cooking. A guest review noted that rooms are clean, security is great, and shops and taxis are easily accessible nearby, though the location is a little distance from the CBD. Goshen Lodge Fitzroy is equipped with a security alarm and offers daily housekeeping, making it a practical choice for short or extended stays near the airport.
Pros
Clean rooms and bedding, including toilet and bed linen, with a smart TV and free WiFi in the room.
Friendly and accommodating host (Isabel) who enhances the stay experience.
Security is great, with CCTV and a security alarm, making guests feel safe.
Self-catering kitchen is fully equipped for cooking, with coffee and tea available.
Cons
Walls are thin, so noise from other guests can be heard, and the room lacks bedside lamps and a heater.
Check-out time is earlier than the standard noon, and there's no air conditioning (only a wall fan).
Must-do experiences
- Take a sunset stroll at Camps Bay for stunning views and vibes.
- Savor the bunny chow at Eatery J, a local Durban favorite.
- Visit the Zeitz MOCAA for incredible contemporary African art.
- Discover vibrant local crafts at the Greenmarket Square.
- Explore the hidden gem of Bo-Kaap's colorful streets and history.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Fireplace
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Spa & Leisure
- BBQ facilities
Room features
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV