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The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse

137 Waterkant Street, De Waterkant, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
+27 214 092 500
From
£46
Cheapest

rate per night

8.4
Great

based on 489 reviews

The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse
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Thu 2/5
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Standard Room
Double room
Superior room

About The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse

  • Guesthouse Room / Entire Guesthouse
    The comforts of home away from home
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
This charming boutique Guesthouse with Georgian-style facade is situated in the heart of De Waterkant, an eclectic enclave situated between the City Centre and the suburb of Greenpoint. From its rooftop terrace, The Charles offers its guests cityscape views of Cape Town, popular landmarks Table Mountain, Signal Hill and the V&A Waterfront. The Charles is comprised of 2 historic Georgian houses connected together. Rooms feature extra length beds and original Cape Cottage furniture. Each room offers bathroom amenities, free WiFi, small bar fridge and a tea/coffee station. Some rooms offer an open-plan bathroom with bathtub. Just a short walk from The Charles you will find boutique stores, art galleries, fitness facilities, and popular restaurants. Lively De Waterkant provides entertainment both day and night.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Private entrance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Dining table

General

  • Seating area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Golf

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse

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8.4
Very GoodBased on 489 verified guest reviews
8.4Solo
8.3Couples
8.4Friends
8.7Families

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Location

137 Waterkant Street, De Waterkant, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Bo Kaap Museum0.4 mi
  • Greenmarket Square0.5 mi
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront0.7 mi
  • District Six Museum0.9 mi
  • Green Point Stadium0.9 mi
  • Castle of Good Hope0.9 mi
  • Old Biscuit Mill2.4 mi
  • Clifton Beaches2.9 mi
  • Table Mountain3.2 mi
  • Camps Bay Beach3.2 mi
  • Newlands Stadium4.8 mi
  • Newlands Cricket Ground4.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse

Low season

September

High season

January

Average price (weekend night)

£56
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 18% rise in price.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse

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Top tips for your stay at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and January.
  • How long should you stay at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 15 days.

FAQs when booking at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse

  • Where is The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse located?

    The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse is located at 137 Waterkant Street, De Waterkant in De Waterkant, 1.7 miles from the centre of Cape Town. Bo Kaap Museum is the closest landmark to The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse.

  • Does The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse from the airport?

    The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse is 11.4 miles from Cape Town Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Charles Cafe & Guesthouse.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.7

Distance to city centre

1.7 mi

Nearest airport

Cape Town Intl

Distance to airport

11.4 mi