| 3 km from assegaaibosch nature reserve. it's a 7-minute walk from the town centre's shops, 1. 3 km from route 44 and 8. some of the en suite bathrooms contain free-standing baths. all come with air-conditioning, ceiling fans and satellite tv, as well as minibars featuring homemade snacks, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and safes. there are 2 outdoor pools with lounge chairs. in a cape dutch-style manor on the banks of the eerste river, this refined hotel is surrounded by gardens. massage and spa treatments are available at a charge. elegantly chic rooms feature traditional furnishings with contemporary accents. breakfast is complimentary. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Cape Town International Airport 35 min
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