Nestled in the heart of Claremont, Wild Olive Guest House offers a charming retreat with a fireplace in the lobby and sun-kissed pool area. Unwind on the tranquil garden grounds or indulge in full breakfast. With attentive service, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage available.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pool
Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Bar
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Bar/lounge
2 meeting rooms
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Garden
Lobby fireplace
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Laundry service
Feel at home (6)
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Cable/satellite TV service
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY754
CNY754
CNY867 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Why we love this property
Breakfast and bar
This guesthouse provides a perfect start with full breakfast options. The bar offers a relaxing spot for unwinding after a day of adventures.
Dreamy slumber essentials
Premium bedding transforms every room into a sleep haven at this guesthouse. Minibars in each guestroom offer refreshment convenience for thirsty travelers.
4 Keurboom Road, Claremont, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7708
What's nearby
Keurboom Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Newlands Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Newlands Cricket Ground - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cavendish Square - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Table Mountain National Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 18 min drive
Cape Town Station - 18 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station - 31 min drive
Newlands Station - 10 min walk
Claremont Station - 14 min walk
Rondebosch Station - 19 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
vida e caffè - 14 min walk
JC Brasserie | Pub - 15 min walk
Patina - 16 min walk
The Good Neighbour Café & Bakery - 14 min walk
The Slug & Lettuce - 14 min walk
About this property
Wild Olive Guest House
When you stay at Wild Olive Guest House, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Public transportation is just a short walk: Newlands Station is 10 minutes and Claremont Station is 14 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to room availability and can only be confirmed at the time of check-in or check-out.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Highchair
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 80 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 380 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Late check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 200
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 650 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Wild Olive Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wild Olive Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Wild Olive Guest House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Wild Olive Guest House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Wild Olive Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Wild Olive Guest House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 380 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wild Olive Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Wild Olive Guest House?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (14-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Wild Olive Guest House and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a garden.
What's the area around Wild Olive Guest House like?
Wild Olive Guest House is a short 10-minute walk from Newlands Station and 8 minutes' walk from Newlands Cricket Ground.
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Reviews
Wild Olive Guest House Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed every minute and every aspect of our stay at the Wild Olive. The food was amazing and the staff genuinely friendly and kind. You'll not regret the decision to spend your holiday here!
Pilar
Pilar, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2024
Everything was very good. Beautiful old house with character, very friendly staff, excellent food. Very enjoyable stay.
Pieter
Pieter, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2023
We only had one night here, but it is a great place to aslo spend more time - convenient location to everything. Great rooms, beautifully decorated. The shower was top notch too. Will be back
Mildie
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2023
We had an excellent stay at Wild Olive! Tino the manager and all staff were so friendly and helpful. The place is very tidy and nice. Breakfast was awesome. Everything is personalized with so much attention to detail.
Regine
Regine, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2023
Everything good.
Pieter
Pieter, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2025
Een kleine ruime schone kamers rustieke tuin. Schoon! Kortom fijn verblijf
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2022
Great location, nothing was too much trouble for the hosts.
Trevor
Trevor, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2020
Peaceful and very relaxed. Central location and excellent food.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2019
Worth every penny
Thank you for our stay, everything was top notch, the breakfast was delicious, rooms were clean and comfortable and the staff were always friendly and helpful.
Waltman
Waltman, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2019
Comfortable luxury
A great home base for our week visit of Cape town.
Lynne
Lynne, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2019
I always enjoy every moment at the Wild Olive. Enough said!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2019
Für uns war die Unterkunft perfekt. Sehr schönes Haus mit Pool und liebevoll gepflegtem Garten und mit liebe zum Detail eingerichtet und geleitet. Sehr herzliches Personal mit guter Ortskenntnis und hilfreichen Empfehlungen jeder Art. Es sind bei uns keine Wünsche offen geblieben
Verified traveler
18-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2019
Es war einfach nur super! Tolles Zimmer, super Service.
Das Frühstück, v.a. das Surprise Omlette, war ein Traum.
Man braucht definitiv ein Auto (kann nachts gesichert geparkt werden), da nicht in Nähe der CBD. Aber idealer Ausgangspunkt um die Kaphalbinsel zu erkundigen.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2019
Great place to stay!
Great little spot in Newlands with a lovely owener. Thank you for the hospitality and for taking care of us!
Tahir
Tahir, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2018
Bravo
Lovely house with a wonderful pool. Location is great because of secure parking but about 15 minutes out of Cape Town.
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 3, 2018
Comfortable Guest House in Newlands
I have stayed at the Wild Olive Guest House on a number of occasions. The standard is consistently very good with staff being pleasant to deal with. As usual the breakfast was excellent. On this occasion I encountered a problem with the TV set in Room 5 and I trust that management will sort this out.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2018
Staff and facilities met or exceeded expectations. Breafasts were excellent.
Jim
Jim, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2018
A perfect location for our stay in Cape Town!
We needed a home base and the Olive was perfect. Comfortable, quiet and a nice breakfast. CLEAN and FRIENDLY.
At a moderate price. Will stay there again when we revisit Cape Town.
Linda
Linda, 11-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2018
Zeer goed hotel gunstig gelegen t.o.v stad en vliegveld
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2018
Heel luxe goed en vriendelijk gerund verblijf met zeer goed ontbijt. Mooi zwembad
Gunstig gelegen t.o.v. vliegveld, Kaapstad en de TAFELBERG in een veilige buurt.
Johannes
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2018
... wir kommen sehr gerne wieder 😀😀😀
Toller Garten, hübsche Zimmer und ein ganz leckeres Frühstück. Das Guesthouse liegt sehr verkehrsgünstig und das Personal ist sehr freundlich und sehr hilfsbereit. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder 😀😀😀
Ulrich
Ulrich, 2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Mar 3, 2018
Nice accommodation very poor situation next toroad
When I booked the cottage, garden area, beside pool, I thought this was at REAR when in fact it is at the FRONT of the main house, 20 ft from a busy road. When you sit in garden you are 20ft from lorries cars and the noise of car stereos going THUD THUD, and breathing their fumes. even at night we could hear cars racing down the road or accelerating away (it is one house away from traffic lights), Nice room but poor situation. Had to park in street for first night.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2018
Really good
Very pleasant and helpful staff. Secure parking, nice pool, good WiFi reception and very conveniently placed for the cricket ground at Newlands. We cannot really fault it.
Stuart
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2018
Superbly comfortable Guest House in great location
The welcome from the Staff was excellent and that experience continued - they simply couldn't do enough to make us comfortable. Fruit, biscuits and even a small carafe of Port in the room; a breakfast that we'll struggle to beat anywhere; and additional meals (when requested) superbly cooked and served. Even a picnic (in a cool bag) was suggested by the Staff for our day in Kirstenbosch gardens, which made a wonderful day even better. If we had questions about anything - directions, the best time to visit places, etc - the Staff took time to research and provide very helpful answers. The location of Wild Olive was brilliant from our perspective, a short drive to Cape Town's V & A and easy access to the False Bay coast, and the Airport, with Kirstenbosch just minutes away. The garden was a place to relax with good seats/sunloungers, a shady Gazebo with comfortable sofas/cushions, and a good swimming pool - sadly, access was limited to early or later in the day due to the water shortage, but even the water shortage was well managed with very little inconvience. We simply can't rate the Wild Olive highly enough.
B & F
B & F, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2018
Lovely guesthouse with great access to Cape
The Wild Olive Guest House is well appointed, with delicious breakfasts, comfortable rooms, lounge, and garden area. Everything about this classic, old house is welcoming. The owners are very friendly and helpful. We stayed over the holidays and the rooms had fresh stocks of homemade holiday cookies and chocolates everyday - a very nice touch. Will definitely stay here next time in the Cape.