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$31511 Vesperdene Road, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
554 reviews
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Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Tour desk
Welcome to the luxurious Cape Diem Lodge, where your dream getaway in Cape Town comes to life! Nestled just 1.3mi from the vibrant city center, this stunning guest house is the perfect blend of sophistication and comfort. Priced from $315, you’ll relish every moment spent in this 5-star paradise. With 554 glowing reviews, guests rave about their experiences basking under the sun on the beautiful sun deck, splashing in the sparkling outdoor swimming pool, or simply unwinding with a book in the lush garden!
The Cape Diem Lodge isn’t just about cozy rooms – it’s about creating experiences! Wake up to a delightful breakfast that energizes you for a day of adventure ahead. Whether you choose to explore the local sights through the tour desk’s recommendations or indulge in a soothing massage, there’s something for everyone. Plus, stay connected with complimentary WiFi, stream your favorite shows with ease, and enjoy air-conditioned comfort in stylish non-smoking rooms.
The amenities don’t stop there! With options for private parking, beach chairs, and loungers, you can savor that sun and surf without a worry in the world. Feel free to take advantage of the extra-long beds for that perfect night’s sleep, and don’t forget to soak in a luxurious bathtub after a day of exploration. With a dedicated 24-hour front desk ready to assist and shuttle services for extra convenience, your experience at Cape Diem Lodge is designed to be nothing short of spectacular!
When you step into the Cape Diem Lodge, you'll be swept away into a world of relaxation and sophistication. Dive into the adults-only outdoor saltwater pool that invites you to frolic in its refreshing waters—perfect for lounging with a cocktail or enjoying a gentle swim. The shallow end makes it easy to dip your toes or take a relaxing float, while the accompanying sun deck provides ample space for sunbathing or sharing a laugh with newfound friends. It's the ideal oasis for unwinding after exploring Cape Town’s stunning attractions!
As the sun sets and your energy shifts toward culinary delights, Cape Diem Lodge has you covered with an array of options for every palate. Although dining amenities are not explicitly mentioned, the enchanting outdoor space invites you to savor the flavors of the region either with extraordinary local cuisine nearby or perhaps even a delightful picnic amidst the garden's vibrant backdrop. When hunger calls, take your time to venture into the city’s culinary scene, or simply refresh yourself with a quick snack as you prepare for an evening of adventure.
Looking to settle down with some downtime? Each stylishly appointed room at Cape Diem Lodge offers a refreshing retreat to ensure a restful night’s sleep. Choose between luxurious features like a King-sized bed in a spacious room, which is perfect for couples seeking romance or families looking to create memories together. With such a fantastic blend of comfort and locality, your stay here promises to be not just a break from the ordinary but a delightful and unforgettable escape! So pack your bags, grab your sunblock, and get ready for an unforgettable journey at the Cape Diem Lodge in sunny Cape Town!
Closest airports
Cape Town International Airport
11.5miOutdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Beach chairs/Loungers
Patio
Garden view
Garden
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Free toiletries
Bathtub
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
270 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Minibar
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Indulge in luxury with a spacious King Room offering a garden view, air conditioning, and a private patio. Feel pampered with a king-size bed and extra-long beds, ensuring a restful night's sleep.
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
215 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Minibar
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This room features an open-plan bathroom on the ground floor, and a Queen-size bed on the mezzanine level. The ceiling height on the elevated level is 5.6 feet high.
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Superior, King Size
1 King Size Bed
375 sqft
Mountain view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
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This is a more spacious room.
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Junior Classic Suite
Free wifi
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Classic
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Apartment 2 Room
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Villa
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Quadruple Room, Pool View
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Apartment 1 Room
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Featured reviews:
Emily
10
December 2024
Beautiful and comfortable property in a great location. All staff are really friendly and helpful, from helping us book tickets to Robben Island to looking after us when my partner got sick. You can walk down the road and there are shops & restaurants right on the doorstep without having to go the waterfront. Felt like a safe area and staff always onsite.
Nothing - only thing to note is it’s an old building so you do hear breakfast noise/people walking but this didn’t bother us (could always ask for a pool room rather than in the main house is this is something that would bother you).
Gregor
9.1
January 2025
The hotel has a nice swimming pool and rooms are nicely modeled. The building complex has a lot of history, and the hosts share a lot of this in books and pictures. The Eggs Benedict were a highlight. The hotel also offered free Cape wine in the evening. Parking in front was no problem; in theory the garage also is available (was full when we arrived and we just kept the car outside). Location is good: Walking distance 10' to Goodman Gallery, <30' to CBD and Waterfront, 5' uphill to a trail on Signal Hill through the fynbos (and onwards to Liion's Head if you're up for it). In Capetown, you hike in groups for security reasons.
Bedside lamps only switchable jointly.
Tim
10
August 2024
The staff at the Cape Diem were the best ever. From the night porter that welcomed us with a welcome drink and helped get us settled, to the day managers Bianca and Melina that were so attentive and made our stay special. They helped with booking drivers to take us to the Cape of Good Hope, explore the wine country to dealing with a troublesome credit card which had expired. They were incredible hosts and we would stay there if staying in Cape Town again. The breakfasts were made to order, tasty and filling, Wonderful, beautiful;, comfortable boutique hotel that met all of our needs. It was also easily walkable to the Victoria and Alford center with great restaurants and attractions. PERFECT in every way. One of our best stays anywhere
Masa
10
January 2025
Everything was fantastic: the location, the wonderful facilities, cleanliness and appearance of the room, the pool, and most importantly, the extremely kind staff. The bed was comfortable and breakfast was also very good! There's also a free sundown drink from 4-6pm poolside.
The only thing that could possibly be improved was the availability of bottled water in the room: we'd usually get a complimentary 1L daily in other hotels, but here we only got one bottle upon check-in. You could purchase some from staff though.
David
10
July 2024
The team here are excellent Bianca, Samuel, Bob and the ladies and gentlemen at breakfast and during the evening. It’s like a home and there is a nice relaxing atmosphere. The breakfast is good with cold and cooked options (or both). There is good communal space inside and outside to relax. The location is near the v and a a little uphill about 15 min walk, i think it’s best to Uber most places as it’s cheap and you won’t be waiting more than 2 mins for a taxi. The ideal location to do some day trips from and explore different parts of Cape Town as a base. They offer a glass or wine or drink early afternoon which is a nice touch before heading out for the evening. I would recommend to others.
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Lee
10
July 2024
Breakfast's were excellent with plenty of choice and freshly cooked food to order. Lovely coffee! The complimentary Sundowner was also a very nice touch. All staff were friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them which made our stay very comfortable. Daniel & Bianca have an excellent team who looked after us well. We stayed 4 nights initially and then returned for a further 2 nights after travelling further afield and they were happy to store some luggage that we didn't need to take with us. We also took advantage of the Airport transfer arranged by the lodge which worked perfectly.
We were more than happy with all aspects of the accommodation
Emma
10
May 2024
Absolutely loved our time at Cape Diem Lodge. We arrived late on a Sunday and everything from the communication beforehand letting us know the checking in arrangements, to the warm welcome and the extremely comfortable bed was excellent. Our initial stay was short as we were picked up for a safari the next morning but upon returning to the lodge, we were greeted just as warmly and thoroughly enjoyed the rest of our stay. The location is excellent - close enough to really good bars and restaurants, as well as the V&A Waterfront, but you can still enjoy a tranquil and relaxing time sitting by the pool with a drink, forgetting that you're that close to the hustle and bustle. Breakfast was a definite highlight (the eggs benedict was a particular favourite) and all the staff were so friendly and happy to help with any advice needed. This was our first time in Cape Town and we'll definitely be back, and most certainly will be staying at Cape Diem Lodge when we return.
John
10
August 2024
The manager and staff could not have been more helpful. We split our stay and had two different rooms each of which was very spacious and comfortable. Even though it was winter we particularly enjoyed our breakfasts on the terrace overlooking the pool.
The only possible criticism is that our second room was next to the front door and sometimes we could hear staff arriving or other guests leaving early. But this was inevitable given the style of property, and we didn't mind because the advantages more than outweighed the slight inconvenience.
Sinead
10
March 2024
This hotel is stunning. The decor is beautiful, everything is so well thought out. Breakfast was delicious in a gorgeous setting overlooking the pool. The pool is great and a decent size with lots of space to chill. They also offer complimentary wine after 3.30 each day which is a lovely touch. What really sets this place apart is the staff. Bob the night manager is so friendly and attentive and all the staff we met and spoke to were so welcoming and friendly. The location is good and easy to get to the Waterfront.
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Paul
10
March 2024
A lovely place 10/15 minutes walk to the waterfront. We could book into our room early which was really helpful for our plans. The staff were very friendly and efficient. Lovely touches like complimentary wine in the afternoon and Whisky in the evening. The breakfast was delicious. The pool area clean and inviting. There was also the facility to leave bags while we were waiting for our airport check in. All in all cape Diem couldn’t have been more accommodating . Thank you very much
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Attractions
Two Oceans Aquarium
0.3miCape Town Stadium
0.4miNoon Gun
0.7miLion's Head
0.8miLong Street
1.1miSouth African Jewish Museum (SAJM)
1.3miKirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
5.6miLanga Township
7.1miRhodes Memorial
8.1miDuiker Island
11.3miJordan Wine Estate
19.2miSimon’s Town
19.5miDelheim Wine Estate
27.3miDelaire Graff Estate
29.3miCape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
31miAttractions
Two Oceans Aquarium
0.3miCape Town Stadium
0.4miNoon Gun
0.7miLion's Head
0.8miLong Street
1.1miSouth African Jewish Museum (SAJM)
1.3miKirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
5.6miLanga Township
7.1miRhodes Memorial
8.1miDuiker Island
11.3miJordan Wine Estate
19.2miSimon’s Town
19.5miDelheim Wine Estate
27.3miDelaire Graff Estate
29.3miCape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
31miAirports
Cape Town International Airport
11.5miLocation
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Beach chairs/Loungers
Patio
Garden view
Garden
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Activities
Golf course
Bathroom
Bathrobe
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Ironing service
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room
Fruit
Minibar
Packed lunches
Snack bar
Special diet meals (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Concierge
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Private check-in/out
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Hypoallergenic
Hypoallergenic room available
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Dining area
Sitting area
Media & Technology
Cable channels
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Satellite channels
Streaming service (like Netflix)
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Fan
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Spa
Back massage
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beauty services
Couples' massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full-body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Makeup services
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Outdoor swimming pool
Pedicure
Waxing services
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
Car rental
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Mountain view
Pool view
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
Child policies
Children over 12 are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
$51 per person per day
The price in ZAR has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for cribs.
Visa,
American Express,
Diners Club,
Mastercard,
Cash only,
EC-Card
This property accepts cash.
Is free parking available at Cape Diem Lodge?
Yes, Cape Diem Lodge offers private on-site parking for guests free of charge.
What's the nightly rate at Cape Diem Lodge?
The base rate at Cape Diem Lodge is approximately $315. Be informed that this can vary depending on your room choice and booking dates. Enter dates for a tailored price.
What types of rooms does Cape Diem Lodge offer?
Cape Diem Lodge offers a variety of room types including Standard rooms with 1 Queen bed, a King Room with a King bed, and a Superior room with a King bed. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms, and the accommodation generally fits 2 adults and 1 child. The King Room has a room size of 269 sqft and accommodates 2 adults without children.
What activities does Cape Diem Lodge offer?
Guests at Cape Diem Lodge can enjoy their time by spending leisurely moments around the outdoor swimming pool. This saltwater pool, with a shallow end, is available year-round exclusively for adults. Additionally, guests can relax on the sun deck or terrace, take a stroll in the garden, and soak up the sun on the beach chairs/loungers. The hotel's beautiful garden view enhances the serene atmosphere, perfect for unwinding. For those looking to explore outdoors, the hotel offers a golf course, and rooms are equipped with extra-long beds for added comfort. With amenities like free toiletries, a bathtub, and a patio, guests can truly indulge in a luxurious and relaxing experience during their stay.
Is there a swimming pool at Cape Diem Lodge?
Cape Diem Lodge offers an outdoor pool that is available all year round. The pool is for adults only and features a saltwater system and a shallow end.
Does Cape Diem Lodge accept credit cards?
Yes, Cape Diem Lodge does accept credit cards, including American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa, and EC-Card. Cash is also accepted as a payment method at the lodge.
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