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Personal service and a convenient location await you at this luxurious guest house, situated close to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and just 20 minutes from Cape Town’s centre. Within walking distance of Newlands Stadium, Wild Olive Guest House is a great base for business and leisure travellers alike. Start the day with a swim in the pool, set in a lush, secluded garden. Breakfast is a sumptuous affair with home-baked muffins. Relax in style in the gazebo or on the terrace under shady trees. Wild Olive offers everything for a hassle-free stay, including a lounge with fireplace and honesty bar, a barbecue and free internet access. Guests looking for a quiet night in can also request home-cooked dinners in advance. All rooms are individually furnished and boast earthy tones. Make yourself tea or help yourself from the minibar. Cotton linen and the option to choose between double and twin bedding ensure a good night’s rest.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
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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
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Simon
    South Africa South Africa
    the breakfast was great and the location is very central in the southern suburbs.
  • Miranda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved our stay here and couldn’t fault a single thing! The staff were lovely, the garden beautiful and relaxing and the breakfasts and home made cakes and muffins delicious.
  • Gillian
    Australia Australia
    Friendly staff Excellent breakfast Very comfortable rooms

Host Information

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score

The Wild Olive has been a Guest House for 10 Years & offers both business & leisure guests a home away from home. We have a full range of services to make your stay comfortable & to keep you coming back. That's why we say the Wild Olive is "More than a room & a good nights sleep". No matter if its your first time with us or you are a return guest there will always be a Warm Welcome at the Wild Olive. See you soon!
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,German,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Wild Olive Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Salt-water pool
    • Shallow end
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • German
    • English

    House rules

    Wild Olive Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 19:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 11:00

     

    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.

    Children 9 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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 - 1 year
    Cot upon request
    Free
    2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 550 per child, per night
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 550 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Wild Olive Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please note that 100% deposit are taken for bookings of only 1 night.

    Arrangements for late arrivals are essential.

    Please inform Wild Olive 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.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    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.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about Wild Olive Guest House

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

    • Wild Olive Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Swimming Pool

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

    • Check-in at Wild Olive Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at Wild Olive Guest House include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Suite
      • Double

    • Wild Olive Guest House is 4.3 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.