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8.5

160 reviews

Morningside Cottage

Morningside Cottage

3 Thatch Close, Bergvliet, 7945, South Africa

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Kid-friendly buffet

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Morningside Cottage

Morningside Cottage in Bergvliet, South Africa, is a four-star guest house that feels like a welcoming home away from home. Located at 3 Thatch Close, it sits just 1.5mi from the city center, offering a calm retreat amid a leafy neighborhood.

Start mornings with breakfast included, then explore a lineup of handy amenities: outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, and free Wi‑Fi. The property also features a terrace, private entrance, non-smoking rooms, and a garden view, plus extras like a sun deck, kitchenware and kitchenette, patio, garden, and picnic area. For longer stays or trips farther afield, shuttle service and access to a golf course are available for an extra charge, and a kid-friendly buffet keeps younger travelers energized.

Reviews: 160.

Nestled in a leafy Bergvliet neighborhood, Morningside Cottage sits at 3 Thatch Close in South Africa, a four-star guest house that feels like a welcoming home away from home. Only 1.5mi from the city center, it offers a calm retreat after a day of exploring and finding a little quiet in the bustle.

Begin mornings with breakfast included, then enjoy the outdoor pool area for a refreshing dip in any season. The grounds invite leisure and sniff-sniffs of fresh air with a sun deck, terrace, garden, and picnic area, all while a private entrance and non-smoking rooms keep things easygoing. Handy touches like free Wi‑Fi, free private parking, and a kitchenette with kitchenware add to the relaxed many-chapters vibe.

Room options include King Rooms with Terrace or Garden View, Luxury with Pool View, and Rooms with Garden View or Patio—each designed to accommodate two guests and offer different views for a memorable stay. For longer trips or adventures farther afield, shuttle service and golf course access are available for an extra charge. Payments can be made with Mastercard or Visa, with cash not accepted.

Closest airports

Cape Town International Airport

11.6mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Kid-friendly buffet

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Garden

Bathtub

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Rooms

Luxury Double Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Morningside Cottage

Luxury, Pool View, Single Use

1 Queen Size Bed

10 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

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Double Room - single occupancy in Morningside Cottage

King Room, Single Use

1 King Size Bed

10 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Terrace

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Room With Garden View

1 King Size Bed

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Double Room with Garden View - single occupancy in Morningside Cottage

King Room, Garden View, Single Use

1 King Size Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

Patio

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Room, Terrace

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Luxury, Pool View

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Standard Room

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Room, Patio

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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King Room, Single Use, Patio

1 King Size Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

Patio

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King Room, Single Use, Private Bathroom

1 King Size Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

More details

King Room, Single Use, Terrace

1 King Size Bed

10 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

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Double Room, Pool View

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Guest reviews

8.5

160 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Jeffrey

10

July 2025

Very nice an comfortable room with all the extras one would expect from a 4* establishment. Good size shower, plenty of hot water, very comfortable bed. We stayed there for the 2nd time now and will go back there. Very safe and quiet neighbourhood. They even put on the heater before we arrived, which make a difference to arriving in an ice-cold room.

The bread options at breakfast were a bit limited. Only toast (white and brown), no sourdough or health bread.

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Cameron

9.1

December 2023

Location, garden, outdoor area and parking

The staff were rather rude, nosy and cheeky.

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Fernanda

10

August 2025

Tasty breakfast friendly and helpful staff member that went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed during our stay. Day time staff member was informative, friendly and helped me by always been 1 step ahead. She was also genuinely friendly I felt like I was dealing with US a grade customer service in Florida. So refreshing to have that here.

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David

10

January 2025

Frances allowed me to enter the premises around 4am, after I made the drive from Port Elizabeth. She looked after me and accommodated me during a very stressful time. She allowed me to sleep a few extra hours before making the trip back the next day. Great breakfast. Clean room, everything was great. Just pointing out the immense kindness from Frances. Thank you!

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Jh

8.2

October 2023

We were in a room near the pool, the door could stay open an no privacy was sacrificed. The property is in a cul-de-sac and real quite and peaceful. The staff was very pleasant and friendly, and a tasty breakfast was on time every morning with freshly brewed coffee. We were directed to real good restaurants for dinner and enjoyed the scenery.

Had to get used to getting into the parking area and out again, but once that was mastered the coming and going was effortless.

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Mamun

10

April 2024

I like almost everything from there. Great location. Well secure. well equipped room & Very comfortable bad. Near US consulate. Specially host was super friendly & motivational. Her advice was really helped me a lot to my interview.

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Felicia

10

July 2024

- The hosts were very friendly and helpful and went the extra mile by waiting with me until my Uber arrived - Delicious food - Very thoughtful by leaving hot chocolate in the room - Slept very well and comfortable - Super clean and well organized

Nothing, it was excellent.

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Mark

10

February 2024

The hostess Francis is lovely! The room was VERY clean. We enjoyed our stay. The neighbourhood is quiet and very pretty

Breakfast wasn't great. The continental options were very limited. The cooked breakfast, however, was extensive. Francis is a terrific host. She's very helpful and friendly.

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Chantelle

10

September 2024

The rooms are neat and tidy, Francis is a darling and the location is so peaceful. It is close to shopping centre and restaurants and the US Consulate. The kids loved the pool and the breakfast was delicious.

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Kieran

8.2

December 2022

Great location and helpful friendly staff. Frank made excellent breakfasts and Frances was replete with ideas and suggestions for places to go and things to do. Would definitely consider staying there again

No aircon in rooms which in mid December made for quite uncomfortable sleeping - fan was provided but really not strong enough. Also quite restrictive breakfast times - kitchen closed at 9am due to staff issues/shortages

Points of Interest Around Morningside Cottage

Attractions

Rhodes Memorial

3.6mi

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

5.3mi

Duiker Island

6.4mi

Simon’s Town

8.7mi

South African Jewish Museum (SAJM)

9.5mi

Langa Township

9.6mi

Long Street

9.8mi

Noon Gun

10.2mi

Lion's Head

10.4mi

Two Oceans Aquarium

10.9mi

Cape Town Stadium

11.3mi

Jordan Wine Estate

19.4mi

Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

20.2mi

Delheim Wine Estate

28.9mi

Delaire Graff Estate

29.5mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Morningside Cottage

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Kid-friendly buffet

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Garden

Bathtub

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Morningside Cottage

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property