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Phakalane Retreat

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Cabin, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Interior
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Deluxe Cabin, Garden View | Free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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12 Hunters Way, Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8051
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hout Bay Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Camps Bay Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double Room, Garden View | Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Cabin, Garden View | Free WiFi

Classic Cabin, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Cabin, Garden View | Free WiFi

Deluxe Cabin, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Villa

  • 2153 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape Town

Located in Hout Bay within a 5-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park, Phakalane Retreat is within a few miles (5 km) of Beau Constantia. This 3-star guesthouse has 8 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hout Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Llandudno Beach - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Camps Bay Beach - 19 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 34 min drive - 17.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wittebome Station - 11 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 31 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Clay Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pirates Steakhouse And Pub (Hout Bay) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hout Bay Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Colombe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bay Food And Wine Market - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Phakalane Retreat

Guests staying at Phakalane Retreat enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa guesthouse include free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool and a sauna.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa, Phakalane Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Phakalane Retreat Cape Town
Phakalane Retreat Guesthouse
Phakalane Retreat Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Phakalane Retreat?

This guesthouse is situated in Hout Bay, just steps from Table Mountain National Park. You'll also find Hout Bay Beach and Beau Constantia within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Phakalane Retreat?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Phakalane Retreat?

Phakalane Spa is the guesthouse's full-service spa and services include deep-tissue massages.

Does Phakalane Retreat feature a casino?

No, Phakalane Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Phakalane Retreat?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Phakalane Retreat?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool plus some accommodations feature a private hot tub and a fireplace.

Does Phakalane Retreat have a hot tub?

No, but this guesthouse does have a sauna.

Does Phakalane Retreat have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Phakalane Retreat offers free self-serve breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Phakalane Retreat allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Phakalane Retreat.

Does Phakalane Retreat have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How close is the airport from Phakalane Retreat?

The closest major airport to Phakalane Retreat is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 18 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Phakalane Retreat?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a furnished balcony and a deck/patio where guests can enjoy garden views.

Phakalane Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Be aware the outdoor pool is a pond you can’t swim in
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taulant

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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