Wild Olive Guest House & Villa

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Wild Olive Guest House & Villa
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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

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About this property

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 & Villa 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 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • 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.

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site

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Standard Double or Twin Room
We have 1 left
Free cot available on request
237 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Electric blankets
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Dressing room
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2
US$108 per night
Original price
US$400.61
Last-minute Deal
- US$76.12
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Total before taxes
US$324.50
US$108 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
19% off
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Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$77 per night
Original price
US$286.15
Last-minute Deal
- US$54.37
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$231.78
US$77 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
19% off
19% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Last-minute Deal.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$91 per night
Original price
US$286.15
Total before taxes
US$274.48
US$91 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mandy
    South Africa South Africa
    “Friendly, accommodating staff, lovely comfortable room, welcoming atmosphere”
  • Dan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A quiet location giving good access to airport, Kirstenbosch and other attractive suburbs. The room was spacious, the bed comfortable and a good shower. Breakfast was excellent. Importantly all the staff were helpful and friendly. The manager on...”
  • Gladys
    Kenya Kenya
    “We loved everything about the Wild Olive Guest house, from the warm welcome we got from the staff (Tino, Paki, Benita and others) to the careful attentive detail they placed on all aspects during our stay to ensure we were comfortable. The ...”
  • Ronnie
    South Africa South Africa
    “Staff courteous, friendly and warm. Cottage well equipped and maintained. Dinners affordable and delicious and well prepared”
  • Louis
    South Africa South Africa
    “The best breakfast ever, amazing staff & we loved our sunny room! louis-THE-lawyer”
  • Tracey
    South Africa South Africa
    “I stayed for a week and it is one of the best guesthouses I've stayed at. The house is immaculate. My room was bright and comfortable. Everything is considered and the staff are so friendly and treat you as if you are their only guest and old...”
  • Wendy
    South Africa South Africa
    “Clean, friendly, very comfortable, excellent breakfast. Previous stay made me come back and would do so again.”
  • Mandy
    South Africa South Africa
    “Every need was catered for. Wonderful, friendly but discreet staff. Absolutely loved my stay and will definitely return”
  • Bones
    Canada Canada
    “I came to Cape Town as my mom was admitted to a nearby hospital. This place was like a mental & physical oasis for me during this difficult time. All the staff were friendly, it felt to me like being at "home". The breakfast was amazing, the...”
  • Craig
    South Africa South Africa
    “The establishment, from start to finish was excellent, was like a second home and office for the week of business in Cape Town. The staff went above and beyond from receiving packages to making sure they left after i had left, the service was...”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 306 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

The Wild Olive has been a Guest House for more than 20 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

House rules

Wild Olive Guest House & Villa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.

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.

A late arrival fee is charge from 9pm onward.

Please inform Wild Olive Guest House & Villa 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.