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title: "Harpers House, Cape Town: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Harpers House in Cape Town: rated 9.0 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Hotel · ★★★★
# Harpers House

Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa

9.0 ·  Excellent 18 reviews ·  #147 #147 of 344 in Cape Town ·  6.3 Location score
## About Harpers House

Harpers House is a hotel in Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 18 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, restaurant, bar, free parking. It is 2.0 km from the centre of Cape Town. The nearest beach is 960 m away. The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 20 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 8

- **Floors:** 2

- **Opened:** 1892

- **Last renovated:** 2018

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 47

2 Varneys Road [harpershouse.co.za](https://www.harpershouse.co.za/)

## How Harpers House scores

Better rated than 58% of hotels in Cape Town

-   Guest rating **9.0**
-   Location **6.3**
-   Beach access **7.0**

Cape Town average

## Amenities

Swimming poolRestaurantBarFree parking

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Restaurant
-   Bar

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.3**/10

- **Walk grade:** **64**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **34**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **5**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Three Anchor Bay beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">960 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town International Airport (CPT)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">20 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">44 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.0 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Cape Medical Museum620 m
-   Fort Wynard660 m
-   Two Oceans Aquarium880 m
-   Cape Town Aquarium910 m
-   Everard Read Cape Town910 m
-   Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa Pavilion1.1 km

## Harpers House: in detail

At Harpers House, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Arrange your trips to and from the airport using the hotel's convenient transportation services booking. Amenities at taxi offered by Harpers House simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Cape Town. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out and luggage storage. At the hotel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. Chilly nights become more delightful than balmy ones, as you snuggle near the hotel's inviting hearth. Always look your best in your preferred attire with the dry cleaning service and laundry service provided at Harpers House. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Harpers House with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. At Harpers House, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site BBQ facilities available. At Harpers House, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At Harpers House, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool.

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## Questions about Harpers House

### How do guests rate Harpers House?

Harpers House has a guest rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 18 reviews, which is better than 58% of rated hotels in Cape Town.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Harpers House?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Harpers House include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does Harpers House have a pool?

Yes, Harpers House has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Harpers House?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Harpers House from the airport?

The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 20 km away in a straight line.

### Is Harpers House close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 960 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Harpers House have?

Harpers House has 8 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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