Phakalane Retreat

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Cape Town with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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12 Hunters Way, Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8051
  • Place, Table Mountain National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, World of Birds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Camps Bay Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Cabin, Garden View

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Cabin, Garden View

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Villa

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

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 Llandudno Beach. This 3-star guesthouse has 8 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Table Mountain National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • World of Birds - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Camps Bay Beach - 15 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Clifton Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Long Street - 20 min drive - 13.0 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
  • ‪Hout Bay Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Parada - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Papinos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Colombe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Phakalane Retreat

Guesthouse in Cape Town with a full-service spa and free breakfast
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 Hout Bay Harbour within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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 and a full-service spa plus some accommodations feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Phakalane Retreat?

Yes, this guesthouse offers private spa tubs in some accommodations.

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?

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Phakalane Retreat?

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

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