At De Molen Guest House, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground. Active travellers can enjoy archery at this guest house. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure and a massage at Demolen inhouse, the on-site spa. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Somerset West, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, De Molen Guest House is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Helderberg Nature Reserve and Cheetah Outreach, while Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum and Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden are cultural highlights. Blue Rock Adventure Park and Cape Town Film Studios are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
62 Silverboomkloof Road, Spanish Farm, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130
What's nearby
Helderberg Nature Reserve
1 min drive - 1.1 km
Lourensford Wine Estate
3 min drive - 3.1 km
Morgenster Wine Farm
4 min drive - 4.2 km
Vergelegen Wine Estate
7 min drive - 5.9 km
Erinvale Golf Club
8 min drive - 6.5 km
Getting around
Van Der Stel Station
7 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station
28 min drive
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
33 min drive
Restaurants
Bootlegger Coffee Company
9 min drive
Fish 4 Africa
7 min drive
Woolworths Cafe
8 min drive
Mugg & Bean
4 min drive
Bossa Social Cafe & Bar
4 min drive
About this property
De Molen Guest House
Upscale guest house located in Somerset West
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground at De Molen Guest House. Adventurous travellers may like the archery at this guest house. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or a massage at Demolen inhouse, the on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks such as:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
Meeting rooms, tour/ticket information and free newspapers
Room features
All guest rooms at De Molen Guest House feature comforts, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 150 for children
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Archery
Full-service spa
Library
Outdoor pool
Playground
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace
Full-service spa
Manicures/pedicures
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.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
More
2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:30 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately ZAR 150 for adults and from ZAR 150 for children
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:30 PM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property class
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Frequently asked questions
Does De Molen Guest House have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at De Molen Guest House?
As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at De Molen Guest House on 1 Sept 2026 start from €62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is De Molen Guest House pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at De Molen Guest House?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at De Molen Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 11:30 PM for a fee.
What time is check-out at De Molen Guest House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Does De Molen Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is De Molen Guest House located?
Located in Somerset West, this guesthouse is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lourensford Wine Estate, Helderberg Nature Reserve and Morgenster Wine Farm. Helderberg is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.
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