Apricot Gardens Guesthouse

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

Property highlights

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Apricot Gardens Guesthouse in Gordonʼs Bay offers a 4-star experience with a swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a coffee shop. Comfortable Amenities: The guesthouse features private check-in and check-out, a lounge, concierge service, and family rooms. Additional facilities include a fitness centre, outdoor seating area, and free on-site parking. Delightful Dining: Breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, and vegetarian with local specialities, warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits. The on-site restaurant serves a variety of cuisines. Prime Location: Located 39 km from Cape Town International Airport, the guesthouse is near attractions such as Helderberg Village Golf Club (16 km) and Stellenbosch University (31 km). Guests appreciate the scenic views and excellent service.

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
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jonathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful and peaceful environment. Very comfortable excellent breakfasts and delightful owners.”
Mareike
Germany Germany
“Beautiful garden, stunning views, very attentive hosts. Loved my stay and would come back!”
Alois
Austria Austria
“Wonderful location - very good breakfast - very hospitable Owners -”
Philip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Melani & Alex were fantastic hosts and they run a fabulous property. We will definitely stay again on our return to Gordons Bay. Rooms were well presented and the attention to detail was very cool - highly recommended.”
Joeri
Belgium Belgium
“Amazing stay! Beautiful views, lovely dogs, nice swimming pool to cool down, cosy seats to watch the magnificent sunset, beautiful garden, comfortable and big room, good & fresh breakfast (fruit, yoghurt, bread, eggs, ...). Very calm location;...”
Ak
South Africa South Africa
“Alex and Melani are Superb Hosts, had a wonderful stay, the best scramble eggs and freshly squeezed melon juice ever❤️”
Ioana
Romania Romania
“Extremely friendly staff Excellent location Peaceful Lekker breakfast ( amazing food)”
Sara
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was amazing. Perfect hosts. Wonderful views. Fantastic service.”
Kim
Germany Germany
“Great and very authentic lodge with beautiful gardens and a stunning view! Alex and Milan were the perfect hosts and even stayed up late so that we could check in at 10pm. Thank you so much !”
Michael
South Africa South Africa
“The view is amazing The owners are very kind and friendly.”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.8Based on 82 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a South African / Swiss couple that enjoy hosting guests from all over the world and share in their love for travel and adventure and are delighted to share the gems of South Africa with our guests. Local guests are special to us as we appreciate the local culture and humour that gets us through a challenging transition stage in our history while we are building a positive future for all.

Property information

Luxury accommodation, Ideally situated for leisure, golf, Winelands, beaches, whale watching and access to the best things to do in the Cape. Located in an idyllic nature setting with sprawling gardens and panoramic views over False Bay stretching all the way to Table Mountain. Centrally located for W2W and Epic cycle races. Enquire about our bespoke golf packages or choose from our select services such as car rental, guided tours, Best of the Cape Restaurant Portfolio and Reservations. Or simply come and relax and soak up the sun on one of the pool decks, unwind in the gardens, enjoy an occasional dinner in the gorgeous dining room while watching a spectacular African sunset as the sun goes down over Table Bay. situated to access the best the Cape has to offer. Ideally situated for W2W and Epic

Neighbourhood information

Apricot Gardens is unique in its setting on the mountain slope with incredible vistas and within easy reach to all the gems of the Cape.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,German,English,French,Italian

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:30
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

6 - 14 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 350 per child, per night
15 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 500 per child, per night

Prices for 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 allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.