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Alba House Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby lounge
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Superior Double Room (Large)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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King Size bed or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

King Size bed or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Double Room (King Sized Bed)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
16 Lille Street, Courtrai, Paarl, Western Cape, 7646

What's nearby

  • Laborie Wine Farm - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Afrikaans Language Monument - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • KWV Wine Emporium - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Fairview Wines - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Paarl Rock - 18 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laborie Estate - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Noop Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Alba House Bed & Breakfast

Upscale bed & breakfast near Afrikaans Language Monument
Located close to KWV Wine Emporium and Fairview Wines, Alba House Bed & Breakfast provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a free daily manager's reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and access to a nearby health club
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a reception hall
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, memory foam beds, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, patios, and refrigerators

Languages

Afrikaans, Czech, Dutch, English, Slovak

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1953
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 15 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 15 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 450 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 550 per person (roundtrip)
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 450 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from September to May
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 15 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Alba House B&B
Alba House B&B Paarl
Alba House Paarl
Alba House Guest House Bed & Breakfast Paarl
Alba House Guest House Bed & Breakfast
Alba House Guest House
Alba House Guest House / Bed Breakfast
Alba House House & Breakfast
Alba House & Breakfast Paarl
Alba House Bed & Breakfast Paarl
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Alba House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
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Frequently asked questions

Does Alba House Bed & Breakfast have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Alba House Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alba House Bed & Breakfast?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Alba House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Alba House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for ZAR 500 (subject to availability).

Does Alba House Bed & Breakfast provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 550 per person applies.

Where is Alba House Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated in Paarl, this golf bed & breakfast is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Afrikaans Language Monument and within 3 mi (5 km) of KWV Wine Emporium and Fairview Wines. Boschenmeer Golf Estate and Paarl Rock are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Alba House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10

Good: The rooms were comfortable,clean and the bed (mattress) was good. They needed another sheet on the bed (instead of just a comforter as the top sheet). The breakfast each morning was perfect, many choices, and all great tasting. The Staff were very attentive. Bad: The shower had some type of "black worms" coming up thru the drain. I choose this location because they had internet, however internet went out each night around 10pm.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10

Very Cody and friendly. The veiw is perfect. The staff are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10

Et virkeligt dejligt sted,god værtinde som gav god information,hyggeligt,ville gerne have brugt svimmingpoolen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10

Lovely neat place, with awesome welcoming folks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10

Excellent , lovely host
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10

Very comfortable, pleasant environment. Great hostess.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Very nice and a very nice peopel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Stort jättebra rum, med egen avskild uteplats. Jättebra poolområde. Ligger i ett trevligt villaområde. Frukosten var dock inte bra. Torftigt, med dåligt tillagad varm mat. Är inte kräsen, men det var inte gott.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Ivanka mit ihrem Team (besonders Marianne) bemühen sich sehr um ihre Gäste und verwöhnen nicht nur mit einem super Frühstück sondern auch mit sehr guten Ratschlägen für Aktivitäten und Lokalitäten. Auch Reservierungen aller Art werden sofort arrangiert. Danke für die schöne Tage.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Spent six nights here in Paarl. Good central location for visiting the Wine Region, Golf Courses and some walking in the mountains. Ivana and her friend Marianne made us most welcome. Ivana's knowledge of where to eat is impressive and Marianne prepares a great breakfast. They both make you feel at home and the garden is a little treasure. Very relaxed atmosphere sitting by the pool in the sunshine. The TV had few channels and poor reception - but that didn't matter as you don't go to Paarl to watch TV!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Great place to stay
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Great location with easy access to the town centre and winelands. Excellent value for money and top class service.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

We stayed for one night and really enjoyed it. The room is great for two and has both a bath and shower. Air con and a roof fan too. Each room has a small patio and the house is located in a very safe neighbourhood. Huge pool and easy parking. We are at Noop, a restaurant in twin bit to far away and that was excellent. If the guesthouse would have served good we had probably stayed in instead as the location was really nice.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

The grounds are spectacular with a pool and extensive grounds. The view from the living room encompasses the pool and gardens and nearby mountains. The bedroom and bathroom where we stayed were clean, tidy, comfortable, and very attractive. Franschhoek and Stellenbosch are within short driving distance and charming little towns. The wine tours are a brilliant attraction.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

The title says it all really. Very happy with the location (about 30 mins drive from Cape Town). Rooms were clean and the hotel staff very friendly.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Warm welcome on arrival at Alba House. Beautiful view from the house. Quiet position, beautifully kept garden and premises. Close to N1 motorway to Cape Town and it only took me 40 minutes to get to Alba House from the airport. The room was comfortable, clean and neat, comfortable bed and a nice modern bathroom en suite. Breakfast consisted of fresh products and was well presented and served. Altogether a good experience and highly recommended to all travelers. Very pleasant and nice hosts, who make everyone feel at home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

No issues. Clean, comfortable bed. Had heater/air-con unit. Decent host - didn't rush us out
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Alba House var väldigt bra. Ägarna var väldigt trevliga och mycket hjälpsamma med tips och bokningar. Rummet vi bodde i var bra med utgången direkt till trädgård och pool område. Alba House kan rekommenderas. Thomas&Malin Stockholm
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10

Beware ~ Pet policy is False! Just because this listing states "No Pets Allowed" that does not mean that there are no pets on the premises. Due to allergies to animal dander we booked this B&B based on their "no pet" policy, but when we followed with an email to confirm, we were told that the owners' cats are on the premises and they "try to keep them out of the guest rooms." When we requested cancellation within a day of booking, we were rudely refused. When we suggested that they change their add to reflect pets on the premises, the owner refused. We got Expedia involved, and when the agent called the owner directly he went off on her, yelling and screaming. Long story short, Alba house kept half of our total 9-day booking, $500+ USD and we did not stay there. We DO NOT recommend booking with Alba House!! Beware of bad business practices!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Like staying in a private home with small bed rooms. Friendly hosts who were both very helpful, Nice garden with pool.