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title: "The Walden House, Cape Town: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Walden House in Cape Town: rated 8.9 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Guesthouse · ★★★★
# The Walden House

Tamboerskloof, Cape Town, South Africa

8.9 ·  Excellent 6 reviews ·  #187 #187 of 344 in Cape Town ·  6.8 Location score
## About The Walden House

The Walden House is a guesthouse in Tamboerskloof, Cape Town, South Africa. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 across 6 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, free parking. It is 1.5 km from the centre of Cape Town. The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 19 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

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

- **Check-out until:** 10:30

- **Rooms:** 7

- **Floors:** 2

- **Opened:** 1900

- **Last renovated:** 2018

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 29

5 Burnside Road [walden-house.com](http://www.walden-house.com/)

## How The Walden House scores

Better rated than 45% of hotels in Cape Town

-   Guest rating **8.9**
-   Location **6.8**
-   Facilities **4.2**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **2.5**
-   Beach access **2.2**
-   Public transport **0.7**

Cape Town average

## Amenities

Swimming poolBarFree parking

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Massage

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **83**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **85**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **13**

<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="">Broken Baths Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.4 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cape Town Station Deck</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.9 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</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="">19 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">42 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="">1.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">24 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Museum of Illusions Cape Town560 m
-   Bertram House620 m
-   Iziko South African Museum720 m
-   South African Museum and Planetarium730 m
-   Iziko Planetarium & Digital Dome750 m
-   Cape Town Museum790 m

## The Walden House: in detail

At The Walden 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. Discover the wonders of Cape Town with ease by utilizing the services provided by taxi, car hire and shuttle. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the hotel, their tours can even assist you in booking tickets and securing reservations for leisure activities 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 The Walden House. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. 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. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A few accommodations at The Walden House also include unique design elements like a balcony or terrace. A few chosen rooms are equipped with television and cable TV to ensure guest amusement. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar. In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At The Walden House, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost. At The Walden House, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At the hotel, a wide range of enjoyable activities ensures that there's never a dull moment during your visit. Don't miss out on the easily reachable beach in the vicinity. Conclude your days in complete tranquility by visiting the massage situated precisely at the hotel. At The Walden 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 The Walden House

### How do guests rate The Walden House?

The Walden House has a guest rating of 8.9 out of 10 from 6 reviews, which is better than 45% of rated hotels in Cape Town.

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

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:30.

### Does The Walden House include breakfast?

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

### Does The Walden House have a pool?

Yes, The Walden House has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at The Walden House?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Walden House from the airport?

The nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), is 19 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Walden House close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.4 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Walden House have?

The Walden House has 7 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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