Welgelegen House By Return Africa Hotel

6 Stephen Street, City Bowl, Cape Town, South Africa - 5-minute walk
9.5/10 · 314 reviews

The boutique-style Welgelegen House By Return Africa Hotel Cape Town is situated in a residential area of Cape Town, a mere 11 minutes' walk from the Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium and 2.4 km from Bree Street. Located 3.1 km from the Two Oceans Aquarium, the 4-star hotel features 14 rooms with views of the garden.

Location

Nestled in the very heart of Cape Town, the guest house is close to a mountain. The Welgelegen House By Return Africa Cape Town is also within a few blocks of such natural sights as the De Waal Park. Guests might as well visit Spes Bona Girls Residence garden, which is about a 5-minute walk away. Standing 0.9 km away, Gardens Presbyterian Church is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination. There is Van Riebeek bus stop approximately 700 metres from the Welgelegen House By Return Africa.

Rooms

The rooms at the property include an air conditioner. Some of them comprise an adjoining terrace and a balcony, furnished with a writing desk. In-room entertainment includes free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the rooms also have a minibar fridge, coffee and tea makers for self-catering.

Food & Drinks

A free continental breakfast is offered at the Welgelegen House By Return Africa. Guests may find the restaurant Manna Epicure within reach of this Cape Town hotel.

Leisure & Activities

The accommodation features an outdoor swimming pool with a pool cover. The availability of a tennis court guarantees guests an active stay at the hotel.

Why choose Welgelegen House By Return Africa Hotel Cape Town

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  • Outdoor swimming pool available

  • On-site spa with treatments

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi in rooms

  • Library with literature available

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • No Smoking

  • Child-friendly

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • No Smoking
  • Child-friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Hiking
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games

Recreation

  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

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From USD 167 per night
Check-in 14 May 2026
Check-out 15 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.

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Location of Welgelegen House By Return Africa Hotel Cape Town

6 Stephen Street, City Bowl, Cape Town, South Africa

 -  5-minute walk
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    Enter dates to see availability
    From USD 167 per night
    Check-in 14 May 2026
    Check-out 15 May 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
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    Check-in & out
    14 May 2026
    15 May 2026
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    Welgelegen House By Return Africa
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 11:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no extra beds provided in a room.