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Southern Cross Guesthouse

Guesthouse Helena Heights · Somerset West · Western Cape
Tropical plants with ocean view in the background on a clear day
Outdoor seating area with a fire pit surrounded by trees and grass
Two tall palm trees surrounded by lush greenery under a clear blue sky
Outdoor patio with pool lounge chairs dining area and palm trees
Bed with white linens decorative pillows and bedside shelves with lamps and outlets
Southern Cross Guesthouse
Southern Cross Guesthouse
Southern Cross Guesthouse
Southern Cross Guesthouse
Southern Cross Guesthouse

About

Southern Cross Guesthouse is four-star graded accommodation in Somerset West, Western Cape, with 4 suites and 4 double rooms in a park-like garden with False Bay views.

Accommodation

4 suites and 4 double rooms, renovated and upgraded in 2025/26, each individually decorated. Most have private balconies or direct garden access. En-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers, flat-screen TV, air-conditioning and private fridge. Suites and the Cheetah room offer kitchenette or full kitchen options.

Facilities

Outdoor swimming pool with pool lounge, three sun decks with outdoor furniture and pool towels. Garden boma for braai or bonfire. Free Wi-Fi and off-street parking. Breakfast 8–10am in the breakfast room, with continental buffet, German specialities and cooked egg dishes. Herb garden. Solar PV system with battery backup.

Location & Surroundings

Somerset West / Helderberg, Western Cape, in the triangle between Cape Town, the Cape Winelands and the Garden Route. About 25 minutes by car from Cape Town International Airport; about 15 minutes from Stellenbosch centre. Near the Stellenbosch wine route, golf courses, Strand and False Bay.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Allowed
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: Not allowed

Rooms

Africa Suite

Sleeps 2

Africa Duplex Suite, 63sqm, is furnished with a little African touch. On the 1st-floor living room, dining table, kitchen and bathroom with shower. On 2nd floor the bedroom with a little lounge and master bathroom are situated with AC/SAT-TV/WIFI

King x 1 Amenities
From
R2,690

Zebra Suite

Sleeps 2

Zebra Suite has 62 sqm, and is furnished in a modern style with a big and comfortable leather sofa. Beside the kitchenette, you will find also a bar table with seating for two. A private terrace with outdoor furniture belongs to this unit. AC/SAT-TV/WiFi

King x 1 Sofa x 1 Amenities

Springbok Suite

Sleeps 3

The Springbok Suite is spacious at 83 sqm. The bedroom is equipped with a King XL bed. The large living room has 2 comfy sofas, a kitchen and a dining table. A private furnished terrace belongs to this unit. SAT TV/WiFi

King x 1 Sofa x 1 Amenities

Buffalo Suite

Sleeps 2

The Buffalo Suite, located on the second floor has a private balcony and offers stunning sea and mountain views from all over the unit. The junior suite provides separate seating inside the unit as well as on the balcony. Kitchenette/SAT-TV/AC/ WiFi

King x 1 Amenities
From
R2,690

Rhino Room

Sleeps 2

Classic double room equipped with Kingsize XL bed, private balcony, little desk, TV with DSTV, fridge, hairdryer, aircon and coffee tea facility. Beautiful sea views over False Bay.

King x 1 Amenities
From
R2,190

Elephant Room

Sleeps 3

Elephant room is a spacious double room (approx. 32 sqm) with enough space for an extra bed. Situated on the ground floor. Equipped with a KingXL bed, aircon., TV with DSTV, coffee tea facility, fridge, WIFI and little extra seating in the room.

King x 1 Single x 1 Amenities

Lion Room

Sleeps 2

Classic double room equipped with Kingsize XL bed, private balcony, little desk, TV with DSTV, fridge, hairdryer, aircon and coffee tea facility. Beautiful orchard views from the balcony.

King x 1 Amenities
From
R2,150

Cheetah Room

Sleeps 2

Budget double room with 2 single beds, kitchenette, fridge, TV with DSTV, air-condition and small bathroom with shower. Sunny terrace in front of the room, free WiFi

Single x 2 Amenities
From
R1,740

Location

Address

20 Barlinka Avenue Somerset West 7130 RSA

Get Directions → Somerset West Guide →

Directions

About 25 minutes by car from Cape Town International Airport (longer in 16:00–17:00 rush hour). About 15 minutes by car from Stellenbosch centre (same peak-hour caveat). Approached via the N2 / R44 (Broadway Blvd) corridor from Cape Town/airport and via R44 from the Stellenbosch side; guesthouse mar

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Features

Sea Views

Activities

Bonfire

Facilities

Swimming Pool Wi-Fi Free Parking Backup Power Braai Facilities Garden Patio

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