Offering views of False Bay and the Helderberg Mountains, De Molen Guest House is situated on a country estate in Somerset West. The beach is 10 minutes away by car. Combining modern elements with old world charm, all accommodation types at the guest house are individually decorated. They offer views of the mountains, the garden or the sea and are equipped with tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a satellite TV. The private bathrooms are fitted with a shower. The suites also offer a bath. Breakfast is served in the breakfast room or outside on the terrace. De Molen Guest House also has a barbecue area and drinks and refreshments are available at the honesty bar. Guests can relax on sun loungers by the pool. Swimming pool towels are provided in each room. The guest lounge features a fireplace and a small selection of books can be found in the library. Activities in the area include wine tasting, hiking and golf. Vergelegen Wine Estate is about 6 km away and The Strand Golf Club is a 10-minute drive from De Molen Guest House. Stellenbosch can be reached within 20 minutes and the Sir Lowry’s Mountain Pass is only 13 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
4 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
4 single beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Philip
    South Africa South Africa
    It was a great stay. Will recommend to anyone! Friendly staff and good to use as base to visit all attractions from.
  • Mariaan
    Seychelles Seychelles
    I loved the peace and quiet...relaxing on the loungers by the pool...fabulous view of the Hottentots-Holland mountain range. I had asked for 2 single beds as I shared with my son, and was delighted to get a room where there was a completely...
  • Christian
    Switzerland Switzerland
    breakfast was delicious, location is great, staff very friendly and helpful

Property surroundings

Facilities of De Molen Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Salt-water pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Portuguese

House rules

De Molen Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bankcard De Molen Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform De Molen Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about De Molen Guest House

  • Room options at De Molen Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Apartment
    • Family
    • Bungalow

  • De Molen Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Bowling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Pedicure
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beauty Services
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Body wrap
    • Archery
    • Horse riding
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Body treatments
    • Swimming Pool
    • Hair treatments
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Live music/performance
    • Waxing services
    • Walking tours
    • Hair colouring
    • Aerobics
    • Manicure
    • Pub crawls
    • Spa facilities
    • Cooking class
    • Facial treatments
    • Happy hour
    • Body scrub
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Make up services
    • Movie nights
    • Yoga classes
    • Bike tours
    • Hair cut
    • Hair styling

  • Check-in at De Molen Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • De Molen Guest House is 2 miles from the centre of Somerset West. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at De Molen Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.