Nestled in the trendy Green Point district of Cape Town, close to Signal Hill, lies the 5-star Cape Diem Lodge. This Victorian lodge, originally built in 1888 and known as Huis Uitsig, has undergone a significant restoration in 2007, transforming it into the beloved destination it is today.
The hotel is situated only a few steps away from V&A Waterfront, the harbour, the Bo-Kaap and the Waterkant districts and Robben Island. Table Mountain, Beaches and various Golf Courts are also close by.
The stylish 5-star Cape Diem Lodge hotel is located in the heart of Cape Town and features Wi-Fi in public areas, along with a private parking garage on site. Boasting a saltwater swimming pool, this luxury guest house is nestled nearly 20 minutes' walk from natural attractions like Green Point Common. Situated in Green Point with an array of restaurants boasting a variety of cuisine, a 5-minute drive from V&A Waterfront Shopping Mall, the property is not too far from Signal Hill. The elegant Cape Diem Lodge offers proximity to family venues such as Two Oceans Aquarium (1.6 km) and The Blue Train Park (2.2 km). Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is 5 minutes by car from the accommodation.
A Blend of History and Modern Design
The restoration of Cape Diem Lodge was carefully planned to retain as many of the building’s historic original features as possible. Over a century after its construction, the lodge continues to attract and delight guests from around the world. There are many examples of work by contemporary South African designers on show here, with the European influences on their work sure to be apparent to those of you who know about that sort of thing.
Luxurious Rooms
Cape Diem Lodge features just 7 rooms, each designed to accommodate two guests in style. All the changes have been carefully planned to ensure as many of the building’s historic original features are retained, and well over a century after the place was built, it’s still drawing in and delighting guests from all over the world.
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This Cape Town property welcomes you to one of the 7 non-smoking rooms comprising a patio and a dining place, and overlooking the mountain. They come equipped with a coffee machine and a mini-bar for self-catering along with free wireless internet and a multi-channel television for business and leisure. Offering such amenities as hairdryers and bath sheets, the bathrooms also include a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.
Room Types
- 2 Superior King Rooms: These premier rooms are located in the original farmhouse and the new pool house. The pool house room features its own outside terrace with sun loungers.
- 4 Classic King Rooms: Each of these rooms boasts unique features, layouts, and furnishings under double-height ceilings. Some rooms offer direct access to the pool and garden area, while others open onto a courtyard.
- 1 Standard Queen Room: This air-conditioned loft-style space includes pine flooring, a queen bed, a bathroom with a tub and walk-in shower, and access to the hotel’s terrace and pool through patio doors.
Whatever your level of knowledge about interior design, you’re sure to appreciate the larger than normal bed in your room, the contemporary comfort of the bathroom, and the flat screen TV. It’s unlikely to take you long to discover the minibar which will give you the chance to sample some South African wine if you’re that way inclined. Otherwise, help yourself to the coffee capsules, starting each day the delicious way with that wonderful aroma wafting around your room, courtesy of the Nespresso machine.
Hotel Amenities and Features
In the new hotel Cape Diem Lodge in Cape Town you will find Victorian charm combined with award-winning Euro-African interior design. The rooms are perfectly appointed and feature many modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi. Enjoy delicious dishes and snacks in the restaurant. Moreover, the hotel Cape Diem Lodge offers a large pool, a sundeck and a garden.
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General Amenities:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Saltwater pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa services (pedicure, manicure, waxing, facial, massage)
- Airport shuttle (paid)
- Room service
- Laundry and dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Room Amenities:
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio or terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Flat-screen TV
Check-in/Check-out:
- Check-in: 02:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
Each day at the Cape Diem Lodge Cape Town starts with a free buffet breakfast. Guests can enjoy the lounge bar on premises. Shego is ideal for tasting Middle Eastern cuisine and is situated nearly a 5-minute walk from the property.
Outside at Cape Diem
The Mediterranean-inspired landscaped garden always proves popular with guests, so too the large swimming pool surrounded by decking. The elevated terrace is sundowner central - a place where you can enjoy clear views of Table Bay. Sundowners (for the uninitiated) are a time to savour the taste of a drink as you enjoy another sunset. And the fact that they’re complimentary between 5PM and 6PM here at the Lodge makes them all the more delectable.
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The food here is of the highest quality, with the breakfasts in particular attracting plenty of positive reviews.
Distances to Key Locations
The hotel Cape Diem Lodge is situated in the trendy Green Point district in Cape Town, only a few steps away from V&A Waterfront, the harbour, the BoKaap and the Waterkant districts and Robben Island. Table Mountain, Beaches and various Golf Courts are close by.
Here's a table summarizing the distances to key locations:
Discover Cape Diem Lodge: Your Ideal Cape Town Hotel for a Perfect Holiday!
| Location | Distance |
|---|---|
| Cape Town International Airport (CPT) | 19 km (12 mi) |
| Nearest station | 0.2 km |
| City center | 1 km (0.62 mi) |
| V&A Waterfront | 0.8 km (0.5 mi) |
| CTICC | 1.2 km (0.75 mi) |
How to Get There
Take the N2, coming from the Airport or the N1 coming from Paarl/Stellenbosch. Follow exit Kaapstad/Sea Point and turn right at the 3rd set of traffic lights into Sommerset Rd. From there, you follow the road for about 1km and turn left into Vesperdene Road. This quite Cul de Sac road takes you up the lower slopes of Signal Hill and after 150 meters, you have reached your destination. Welcome home!
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