Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade guesthouse with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk
VIP Access
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Breakfast available
- 24/7 front desk
- Room service
- Spa
- Pet friendly
Explore the area
88 Main Road, St. James, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7945
- Kalk Bay HarbourPlace, Kalk Bay Harbour18 min walk
- Muizenberg BeachPlace, Muizenberg Beach2 min drive
- Boulders BeachPlace, Boulders Beach14 min drive
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)27 min drive
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
- Expect exceptional service
- Extra savings and perks for Rewards members
Room options
View all photos for Cowrie: Extra large, Excellent Sea-views
Cowrie: Extra large, Excellent Sea-views
- 538 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Murex: Groundfloor, Garden View
Murex: Groundfloor, Garden View
- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Urchin: Large, excellent sea-view
Urchin: Large, excellent sea-view
- 484 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sea view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Clam: Large, mountain view
Clam: Large, mountain view
- 431 sq ft
- Mountain view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Nautilus: Medium, sea/mountain view
Nautilus: Medium, sea/mountain view
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 377 sq ft
- Mountain view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Whelk: Medium, sea-view
Whelk: Medium, sea-view
- 377 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sea view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Conch: Standard, no view
- 215 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Abalone: Standard, mountain view
Abalone: Standard, mountain view
- 269 sq ft
- Mountain view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Oyster: Standard, sea-view
Oyster: Standard, sea-view
- 269 sq ft
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood
Cape Town
Located in Kalk Bay, Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro is within a 5-minute walk of St. James Beach and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Save Our Seas Shark Education Centre. This 9-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.
What's nearby
- Kalk Bay Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Kalk Bay Harbour - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
- Muizenberg Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
- Fish Hoek Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
- Boulders Beach - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles
Getting around
- St. James Station - 3 min walk
- Cape Town Station - 24 min drive
- Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
- Lekker Kalk Bay - 11 min walk
- The Hans & Lloyd Coffee Co. - 3 min drive
- Harbour House - 18 min walk
- Folk Cafe - 3 min walk
- Olympia Café & Deli - 14 min walk
About this property
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro
Boardwalk/promenade guesthouse with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro enjoy features like a full-service spa, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this spa guesthouse include a refrigerator in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
32-inch TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and Select Comfort beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Coffee makers, free local calls, and ceiling fans are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
- A bar/lounge
- Private picnics
Things to do
- Full-service spa
- Playground
- Private wine tours
- Surfing/bodyboarding
- Tennis
- TV in common areas
- Wine tasting room
- Wine tours
- Winery release events
Family friendly
- High chair
- Laundry facilities
- Playground
- Separate bedroom
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
- Shared refrigerator
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Beach towels
- Beach umbrellas
- Garden
- In a nature reserve
- In the mountains
- On the bay
- On the boardwalk/promenade
- Terrace
Full-service spa
- Massage
- Spa open daily
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Front entrance ramp
- No elevator
More
- 1 building
- 2 floors
- Built in 1926
- Edwardian architecture
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Down comforter
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Premium bedding
- Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Limited room service
More
- Ceiling fan
- Connecting rooms available
- Electrical adapters
- Free local calls
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Phone
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- This property welcomes pets for a deposit of ZAR 500 per stay
- Dogs and cats only
- Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per day
- Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 100.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
- Pet deposit: ZAR 500 per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)
- Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 100.0 per day
- Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 per day
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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: 11:30 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
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.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
- Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
- There are no elevators.
- Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Property is also known as
Sonnekus Guest House Guesthouse Cape Town
Sonnekus Cape Town
Sonnekus Guest House
Sonnekus Guest House Cape Town
Sonnekus Guest House Guesthouse
Sonnekus House Cape Town
Sonnekus Guest House
Sonnekus & Bistro Cape Town
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel Bistro
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro Cape Town
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro Guesthouse
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro Guesthouse Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
What is there to do near Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
This guesthouse is situated in Kalk Bay, just steps from Danger Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Table Mountain National Park and St. James Beach. You'll also find Kalk Bay Beach and Kalk Bay Harbour less than a mile away.
Will I be able to park at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.
Is there a spa at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.
Does Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro feature a casino at the property?
No, Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a bar and a full-service spa plus some accommodations feature fireplaces.
Are there hot tubs at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.
Will Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro allow pets to stay for free?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro. A deposit of ZAR 500 per stay is collected.
Does Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro have connecting rooms?
Yes, this guesthouse has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.
What is the closest airport to Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
The closest major airport to Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 22.9 mi away (42 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro?
Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean or garden views.