Wild Olive Guest House & Villa

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

Personal service and a convenient location await you at this luxurious guest house, located close to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and just 20 minutes from Cape Town’s center. Within walking distance of Newlands Stadium, Wild Olive Guest House & Villa is a great base for business and leisure travelers 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 mini-bar. Cotton linen and the option to choose between double and twin bedding ensure a good night’s rest.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Juliette
United States United States
“This is a charming quaint hotel. It is homey and quiet. The breakfast was huge and delicious. It was winter when I went so I don't know about the pool. The bed was comfortable and the comforter was cozy.”
Phumlani
South Africa South Africa
“the facilities are clean, friendly and professional staff. perfect location”
Liandi
South Africa South Africa
“This was my second stay at Wild Olive Guest House, and once again it was an excellent experience. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and always willing to assist. My room was clean and well-maintained, and the bed was very comfortable. Breakfast...”
Lalit
South Africa South Africa
“Very nice and cosy place and amazing breakfast plus coffee.”
Evelyn
Netherlands Netherlands
“The staff were so nice and the breakfast very good. The room we got was perfect for our needs, and very clean and good furniture. The common areas were nice to hang out in”
Eulalie
South Africa South Africa
“Loved everything about this place. Would definitely recommend”
Suneeta
United States United States
“the staff was beyond attentive. made sure my every need was met”
Marisa
South Africa South Africa
“This is a wonderful and well appointed little guest house, well positioned in Constantia with superb appointment and fabulous food. This is my second stay and it is one of my favourites. The are incredibly friendly and accommodating and serve an...”
Jacqueline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Suite was immaculate, comfortable facilities, friendly staff, and very good breakfast, the eggs Benedict were done perfectly.”
Sharie
Canada Canada
“Gillian and her team offer exceptional hospitality. Nothing is too much. We were very happy to find that they could accommodate our early check in. And those breakfasts! Wow! Exceptional!”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.8Based on 283 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

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

Area info

Amenities of Wild Olive Guest House & Villa

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Wild Olive Guest House & Villa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib 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 cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's 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 need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by 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.

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