Nestled in Rondebosch, Little Scotia Guest House offers a serene retreat with a full breakfast, cozy bar, and lush garden. Unwind by the swimming pool with sun loungers or take in the views from the terrace while staying connected with free WiFi.
Table Mountain National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
University of Cape Town - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Newlands Cricket Ground - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 16 min drive
Cape Town Station - 12 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station - 31 min drive
Rondebosch Station - 7 min walk
Rosebank Station - 10 min walk
Mowbray Station - 24 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
The Hussar Grill - 1 min walk
Fraiche Ayres - 16 min walk
Plato - 15 min walk
Maharajah - 3 min walk
African Taste - 2 min drive
About this property
Little Scotia Guest House
At Little Scotia Guest House, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre. After splashing around at the 2 outdoor pools, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. Public transportation is just a short walk: Rondebosch Station is 7 minutes and Rosebank Station is 10 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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 9:00 PM 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
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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
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 7 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
2 outdoor pools
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 3 and 18 costs ZAR 350
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
The seasonal pool is open from October to May
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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
Is there a pool at Little Scotia Guest House?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 8 PM.
Are pets allowed at Little Scotia Guest House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Little Scotia Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Little Scotia Guest House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 350 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Little Scotia Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Little Scotia Guest House?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (12-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Little Scotia Guest House and nearby?
Little Scotia Guest House has 2 outdoor pools and a garden.
What's the area around Little Scotia Guest House like?
Little Scotia Guest House is a short 7-minute walk from Rondebosch Station and 17 minutes' walk from University of Cape Town.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were plentiful and delicious with many guests praising the quality and variety. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 4, 2025
Easy safe parking .
Friendly staff and a good breakfast
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
I loved everything, but mostly how kind the staff was, amazing! The beds were super comfy, everything was super clean and the breakfast was amazing! I highly recommend this place!
LUISA
LUISA, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Amazing place to stay
Very quiet and peaceful area. Rooms are clean and service is good.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
Had a great stay at Little Scotia. The staff are very friendly and go out of their way to help with all things.
And the breakfasts are delicious.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Very friendly and helpful staff! Comfy rooms. Was the perfect choice of accommodation for my business trip!
Joel
Joel, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2025
Ample parking space and tasty hot breakfast. Unfortunately a few ants in the room.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
Thank you to Mark and the team for a wonderful, fautless stay. Plenty of shops and several food options round the corner. Such a peaceful and relaxing experience. A delicious breakfast served by a lovely team. Great for working peacefully. And a beautiful short walk for meetings at UCT Upper and Middle Campus. Hope to have a reason to return in the future.
Thomas
Thomas, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
I have stayed here before, but the last time was before the pandemic. The first thing they said when I arrived was, "it's lovely having you stay with use again." The staff is amazing. As are the house pooches.
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 26, 2024
The staff was very accomodating. Breakfast was good and they helped us with laundry. The property is not good if you have physical limitations.
Mercedes
Mercedes, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2026
All good
Ivone
Ivone, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2023
Great place, close to UCT campus.
Miranda
Miranda, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2022
Perfect for visiting UCT
Will definately stay again! Superb stay this time around. And very conveniently located close to UCT.
Sandra
Sandra, 11-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
Everyday fresh
steven
steven, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2026
Yes
Yves
Yves, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Pleasant
Yves
Yves, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2024
This is a cute guest house. It is definitely 3* in terms of standard. They do offer a bathrobe and everyone is really lovely. Good for short stays.
Rajnaara
Rajnaara, 7-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Nov 21, 2025
Food isbpoor and not tasty, large cockroaxhes in room, no night staff available from 10pm.
darren
darren, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 5, 2025
My only issue was on sunday night the room next to us had there tv on full volume so needless to say did not get much sleep otherwise a good weekend
Yves
Yves, 3-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jul 2, 2023
Underwhelming
The room was freezing cold, the water did not drain from the shower, the bed was uncomfortable and the coffee terrible. Overall it was not a pleasant stay.
Marion
Marion, 4-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Feb 12, 2024
Bad maintenance my room had no power for 16 hours straight on my last night
Mesrob
Mesrob, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2023
Scotia - Enjoyable Stay
We stayed at Little Scotia for 8 nights during Feb 2023.
The welcome was very warm and we were assisted even though we arrived earlier than the check in time.
We had Breakfast every morning and the choices were plentiful, although the cooked options could perhaps offer a little more.
Our rooms were of a nice size and the beds very large.
Pools were more for view than useful. not really somewhere to sit around, sadly.
The bar area was a big disappointment, basically a fridge. And the hotel did try to charge us for a bottle of wine that we never had, this was sorted quickly enough. All in all a nice hotel if you want a handy location and not luxury.
David
David, 8-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2024
Très accueillant les déjeunés excellents
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2020
Everything is spot on and the man at the reception was so welcoming.Wifi was great
Bee
Bee, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 10, 2020
スタッフの対応は非常に良かった。アメニティが少ない点以外は素晴らしかった。
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2020
Really Lovely Hotel
Really lovely hotel with great staff for whom nothing is too much trouble; our room was very spacious and well equipped with everything that you need for a comfortable stay. The hotel has a lovely garden and some great areas to sit and relax and they serve a fabulous breakfast each morning with a wide selection of both hot and cold dishes. After our one week stay we would definitely visit again.