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Dongola House

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Near the Constantia Wine Route, Dongola House offers a tranquil retreat. Guests can unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or explore Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Muizenberg Beach nearby. The guesthouse features a shopping mall on site, free full breakfast, in-room WiFi, coffee shop/cafe and garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Design Room, 1 Bedroom

Design Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Garden King Bed Room

Garden King Bed Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Twin/King Room

Twin/King Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Studio

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Design Room

Design Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Constantia, a neighbourhood in Cape Town, Dongola House is in the suburbs and near a boardwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Muizenberg Beach and Chapmans Peak, while Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Two Oceans Aquarium are popular local attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Cape Town Stadium. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and mountain biking nearby.
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30 Airlie Place, Constantia, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7806

What's nearby

  • Constantia Wine Route - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Groot Constantia Winery - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Muizenberg Beach - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Camps Bay Beach - 25 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Wittebome Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 25 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪vida e caffè - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Societi Brasserie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rambling Rose Café - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Dongola House

Upscale guest house remodelled in 2021 and located near Constantia Wine Route
Located close to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Muizenberg Beach, Dongola House provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a shopping centre on-site. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in reception and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, laundry services and a computer station
Room features
All guest rooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and spices

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 kilometres
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - December 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Spices
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 480 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 major credit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
The seasonal pool will be open from October to April
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Dongola Cape Town
Dongola House
Dongola House Cape Town
Dongola House Guesthouse Cape Town
Dongola House Guesthouse
Dongola House Cape Town
Dongola House Guesthouse
Dongola House Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Dongola House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Dongola House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dongola House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dongola House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dongola House?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Dongola House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 480 per vehicle applies.

Where is Dongola House located?

Located in Constantia, this guesthouse is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Constantia Wine Route, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Muizenberg Beach. Chapmans Peak and Two Oceans Aquarium are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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