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Warm Hospitality Like Nowhere Else
Vehicle Rentals
Solar Power Backup
Shuttle Service
Secure Parking
Rooms Serviced Daily
No Pets; Registered Service Animals Only Please!
Laundry Service
In-House Guided Tours
Home-cooked Food
Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast & Other Meals (on request)
Air-Conditioned Rooms
100% Wheelchair Friendly
100% Wheelchair Friendly
Air-Conditioned Rooms
Breakfast & Other Meals (on request)
Free Wi-Fi
Home-cooked Food
In-House Guided Tours
Laundry Service
No Pets; Registered Service Animals Only Please!
Rooms Serviced Daily
Secure Parking
Shuttle Service
Solar Power Backup
Vehicle Rentals
Warm Hospitality Like Nowhere Else
Hidden beneath a humble exterior facade, sits one of the premier jewels of the Helderberg area; just 20 minutes from Cape Town International Airport, and with easy access to beaches, restaurants, world-class golf, shopping, nature reserves and the Winelands.
We offer five uniquely finished guestrooms, with one especially equipped and designed to be wheelchair-friendly and universally accessible - accommodation that is truly world-class. We didn't stop there, though: asphalt paths surround the house and a paved ramp leads from the upper level of the facility down to the pool area. The entire premises is accessible by wheelchair, to allow Somerset View Guest House to be enjoyed by all, regardless of their physical limitations.
Each room is equipped with air conditioning, all the necessary modern amenities and their own alarm systems. These are held to extremely high standards of cleanliness and maintained on a daily basis for one reason only: your complete satisfaction and full enjoyment.
Designed to feel warm and welcoming, all our rooms are kept spotlessly clean and each is carefully equipped with all the modern amenities most travellers require.
Designed to feel warm and welcoming, all our rooms are kept spotlessly clean and each is carefully equipped with all the modern amenities most travellers require.
More than just a place to sleep safely and comfortably, we also offer a variety of other services to our guests, to help them feel at home, get around and experience what's all around them to the fullest.
More than just a place to sleep safely and comfortably, we also offer a variety of other services to our guests, to help them feel at home, get around and experience what's all around them to the fullest.
Meals on Request
Meals on Request
We offer a hearty, homemade breakfast to order exactly as you like it. Delicious suppers expertly made by your hostess are also available upon request.
We offer a hearty, homemade breakfast to order exactly as you like it. Delicious suppers expertly made by your hostess are also available upon request.
Car Hire Service
Car Hire Service
Subject to availability, we offer vehicles at great rates to our guests to use. At present we have two SUVs to offer, with plans for more great rental options currently in the works.
Subject to availability, we offer vehicles at great rates to our guests to use. At present we have two SUVs to offer, with plans for more great rental options currently in the works.
Shuttles & Tours
Shuttles & Tours
Your host Carl offers sound advice about what to do around Cape Town, but that's not all - with our 9-seater bus he can also take you there, whether you just need a lift or a complete guided tour.
Your host Carl offers sound advice about what to do around Cape Town, but that's not all - with our 9-seater bus he can also take you there, whether you just need a lift or a complete guided tour.
Meet the people behind the hospitality.
Meet the people behind the hospitality.
Carl and Emsie have lived in Somerset West for the past 12 years, after having spent more than 20 years in Ceres. Carl's vast local knowledge, Emsie's talent in the kitchen and their shared love of hospitality have made them friends from all over the world.
You'll find all the love in the world baked into the meals prepared at Somerset View Guest House, and whenever you're in need of a shuttle, tour or even just sound advice, it's always just a question away.
Kind words left by guests relating their experiences here at Somerset View.
Kind words left by guests relating their experiences here at Somerset View.
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Lydia
Lydia
Thank you Carl & Emsie that you ensured that my business trip was like staying with old friends! I will visit again and again! Much love, Lydia
Thank you Carl & Emsie that you ensured that my business trip was like staying with old friends! I will visit again and again! Much love, Lydia
Andrea
Andrea
Gauteng
Gauteng
Thank you so much for hosting my mother and sister and for making their stay so enjoyable. Knowing my mother, I was a bit anxious, especially as she isn't fond of venturing out or staying in unfamiliar places—she’s a bit old-school that way! Leaving the arrangements to the last minute only added to my concern.
But as you likely noticed, my mother can be difficult to please, and yet you both went above and beyond, making her feel truly at home and comfortable. I can’t thank you enough for the warmth, hospitality, and kindness you showed us, welcoming us as if we were part of your family.
Thank you so much for hosting my mother and sister and for making their stay so enjoyable. Knowing my mother, I was a bit anxious, especially as she isn't fond of venturing out or staying in unfamiliar places—she’s a bit old-school that way! Leaving the arrangements to the last minute only added to my concern.
But as you likely noticed, my mother can be difficult to please, and yet you both went above and beyond, making her feel truly at home and comfortable. I can’t thank you enough for the warmth, hospitality, and kindness you showed us, welcoming us as if we were part of your family.
Lauren
Lauren
@johanohsi, via Tripadvisor
@johanohsi, via Tripadvisor
Carl and Emsie are very friendly and let you feel as if you are at your own home. Very pleasent atmosphere and rooms are elegant. Food excellent.
Carl and Emsie are very friendly and let you feel as if you are at your own home. Very pleasent atmosphere and rooms are elegant. Food excellent.
Karl & Jeanne
Karl & Jeanne
Germany
Germany
This modern, light and airy guesthouse has been tastefully decorated, so you immediately 'feel at home'. We received a very warm welcome from host and hostess Carl and Emsie. Spectacular views over Somerset West and the ocean make this guesthouse the ideal stay when in the area of Cape Town and environs. We've been with the hosts since the beginning and we'll never stay anywhere else in Somerset West. Emsie's meals are so delicious that we rarely went to a restaurant to eat! The "signature breakfast" is a must! Carl also runs a taxi service to and from Cape Town airport and is a very knowledgeable guide of the area. Cannot recommend highly enough. Superb stay!
This modern, light and airy guesthouse has been tastefully decorated, so you immediately 'feel at home'. We received a very warm welcome from host and hostess Carl and Emsie. Spectacular views over Somerset West and the ocean make this guesthouse the ideal stay when in the area of Cape Town and environs. We've been with the hosts since the beginning and we'll never stay anywhere else in Somerset West. Emsie's meals are so delicious that we rarely went to a restaurant to eat! The "signature breakfast" is a must! Carl also runs a taxi service to and from Cape Town airport and is a very knowledgeable guide of the area. Cannot recommend highly enough. Superb stay!
Mankuebe
Mankuebe
Lesotho
Lesotho
It was so wonderful to be your guest. Your rooms are so clean and the view is so the best. I loved your warmth.
It was so wonderful to be your guest. Your rooms are so clean and the view is so the best. I loved your warmth.
Monica
Monica
@monikabrink, via Tripadvisor
@monikabrink, via Tripadvisor
A Gem of a guesthouse. Beautiful views. The hosts were very accommodating and kind. We will def visit again.
A Gem of a guesthouse. Beautiful views. The hosts were very accommodating and kind. We will def visit again.
Gert Buitendag
Gert Buitendag
Wesbank, via Email
Wesbank, via Email
Hi Emsie, my stay at Somerset View Guest House was excellent. The meals were great. Everything was top notch. My room with the Balcony overlooking Somerset, the Strand and Gordon's Bay was a view out of the books.
The neatness of the property and the standard of the room was definitely four star.The bed was most definitely the most comfortable bed I ever slept in. Lastly I must thank you for your friendliness and respect towards me.
Hi Emsie, my stay at Somerset View Guest House was excellent. The meals were great. Everything was top notch. My room with the Balcony overlooking Somerset, the Strand and Gordon's Bay was a view out of the books.
The neatness of the property and the standard of the room was definitely four star.The bed was most definitely the most comfortable bed I ever slept in. Lastly I must thank you for your friendliness and respect towards me.
Barney & Elizabeth
Barney & Elizabeth
Durban, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
Just want to thank you again for your hospitality. It feels like we've known each other for years. We have traveled a lot all over the world and stayed in many places. Your place is certainly the cleanest we have ever lived in. It definitely has the best view. I made comments on Tripadvisor. Regards.
Just want to thank you again for your hospitality. It feels like we've known each other for years. We have traveled a lot all over the world and stayed in many places. Your place is certainly the cleanest we have ever lived in. It definitely has the best view. I made comments on Tripadvisor. Regards.
Greg
Greg
USA
USA
Thank you for a Great!!! time. Carl for the tour of Cape Town, Emsie for being a great Hostess and cook. I can't wait for my next visit back here. God bless.
Thank you for a Great!!! time. Carl for the tour of Cape Town, Emsie for being a great Hostess and cook. I can't wait for my next visit back here. God bless.
Watershare
Watershare
@watershare, via Tripadvisor
@watershare, via Tripadvisor
Pretoria, South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa
If you are looking for modern and comfortable accommodation close to Somerset West, the Cape Town International Airport, the Strand, and easy access to the N2 and R44, this is it! Somerset View has the location, the bright and clean rooms, delicious breakfasts, and the best service and views you can imagine!! I stayed there in October, and immediately booked again for a business trip in December.
If you are looking for modern and comfortable accommodation close to Somerset West, the Cape Town International Airport, the Strand, and easy access to the N2 and R44, this is it! Somerset View has the location, the bright and clean rooms, delicious breakfasts, and the best service and views you can imagine!! I stayed there in October, and immediately booked again for a business trip in December.
Lydia
Thank you Carl & Emsie that you ensured that my business trip was like staying with old friends! I will visit again and again! Much love, Lydia
Andrea
Gauteng
Thank you so much for hosting my mother and sister and for making their stay so enjoyable. Knowing my mother, I was a bit anxious, especially as she isn't fond of venturing out or staying in unfamiliar places—she’s a bit old-school that way! Leaving the arrangements to the last minute only added to my concern.
But as you likely noticed, my mother can be difficult to please, and yet you both went above and beyond, making her feel truly at home and comfortable. I can’t thank you enough for the warmth, hospitality, and kindness you showed us, welcoming us as if we were part of your family.
Watershare
@watershare, via Tripadvisor
Pretoria, South Africa
If you are looking for modern and comfortable accommodation close to Somerset West, the Cape Town International Airport, the Strand, and easy access to the N2 and R44, this is it! Somerset View has the location, the bright and clean rooms, delicious breakfasts, and the best service and views you can imagine!! I stayed there in October, and immediately booked again for a business trip in December.
Greg
USA
Thank you for a Great!!! time. Carl for the tour of Cape Town, Emsie for being a great Hostess and cook. I can't wait for my next visit back here. God bless.
Barney & Elizabeth
Durban, South Africa
Just want to thank you again for your hospitality. It feels like we've known each other for years. We have traveled a lot all over the world and stayed in many places. Your place is certainly the cleanest we have ever lived in. It definitely has the best view. I made comments on Tripadvisor. Regards.
Monica
@monikabrink, via Tripadvisor
A Gem of a guesthouse. Beautiful views. The hosts were very accommodating and kind. We will def visit again.
Mankuebe
Lesotho
It was so wonderful to be your guest. Your rooms are so clean and the view is so the best. I loved your warmth.
Karl & Jeanne
Germany
This modern, light and airy guesthouse has been tastefully decorated, so you immediately 'feel at home'. We received a very warm welcome from host and hostess Carl and Emsie. Spectacular views over Somerset West and the ocean make this guesthouse the ideal stay when in the area of Cape Town and environs. We've been with the hosts since the beginning and we'll never stay anywhere else in Somerset West. Emsie's meals are so delicious that we rarely went to a restaurant to eat! The "signature breakfast" is a must! Carl also runs a taxi service to and from Cape Town airport and is a very knowledgeable guide of the area. Cannot recommend highly enough. Superb stay!
Lauren
@johanohsi, via Tripadvisor
Carl and Emsie are very friendly and let you feel as if you are at your own home. Very pleasent atmosphere and rooms are elegant. Food excellent.
