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Dongola House

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Luxury Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Studio | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Twin/King Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Twin/King Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Design Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Design Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Garden King Bed Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Garden King Bed Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Design Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Design Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2021
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
30 Airlie Place, Constantia, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7806

What's nearby

  • Constantia Wine Route - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Groot Constantia Winery - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Muizenberg Beach - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Camps Bay Beach - 25 min drive - 15.1 miles

Getting around

  • Plumstead Station - 7 min drive
  • Cape Town Station - 25 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Simon's, Groot Constantia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chardonnay Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Town Italy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hartlief Deli - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Dongola House

Upscale guesthouse remodeled in 2021 and located near Constantia Wine Route
Located close to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Muizenberg Beach, Dongola House provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a shopping mall on site. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a computer station
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to perks like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and spices

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - December 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Spices
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 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 noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 480 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 October to April
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool

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

Dongola Cape Town
Dongola House
Dongola House Cape Town
Dongola House Guesthouse Cape Town
Dongola House Guesthouse
Dongola House Cape Town
Dongola House Guesthouse
Dongola House Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Dongola House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Dongola House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dongola House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dongola House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dongola House?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Dongola House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 480 per vehicle applies.

Where is Dongola House located?

Located in Constantia, this guesthouse is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Constantia Wine Route and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Muizenberg Beach. Chapmans Peak and Two Oceans Aquarium are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Dongola House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very nice stay in a beautiful house with amazing ataff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dongola was perfect. I was attending some Wedding functions in the area and The Dongola was my oasis. The staff were all extremely helpful and respected the privacy I needed but were there when I needed assistance. I could not recommend highly enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Dongola House ist wahrlich ein verstecktes Juwel mitten in einer Oase. Der Erholungswert dieses Hotels ist außergewöhnlich hoch – perfekt für eine Auszeit vom Alltag. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die Familienfreundlichkeit: Schon vor unserer Ankunft wurden wir gefragt, welche Art von Bett wir bevorzugen, was uns sehr entgegenkam. Das Frühstück war ein absoluter Höhepunkt unseres Aufenthalts. Die hochwertigen Speisen, insbesondere das Müsli und die Omeletts, waren köstlich und liebevoll zubereitet. Ein weiteres Highlight sind die Gastgeber, Claudio und seine Frau. Sie waren äußerst gastfreundlich und hilfsbereit, was unseren Aufenthalt noch angenehmer gemacht hat. Wir können das Dongola House wärmstens empfehlen und freuen uns schon auf unseren nächsten Besuch!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Urs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wunderschöne von den Eigentümern geführte Lodge, perfekt zum Entspannen und die Gegend um Kapstadt zu erkunden, wi kommen sehr gerne wieder
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastiskt!

Fantastiskt ställe med underbart värdpar! Underbar miljö o fina rum!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veikko

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable. The little private patio was very nice. Hosts were very attentive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erm, Elgin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Guest House, very comfortable and relaxing. All Good
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Divine Dongola House

We had a fabulous stay at Dongola House. Welcoming friendly hosts, a lovely clean room leading out onto a magnificent garden. And a superb breakfast before departure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Raj, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful people (Sally, Mike, Natalie and co!), attention to detail, beautiful views! The owners, Sally and Mike, have travel and hospitality in their blood. Plenty of tips for local sightseeing, travel and more, from both Mike and Sally... Free upgrades on both our check-ins (yes, we came back for more!). And, trust Mike to serve you the best breakfast in town, topped off with some caviar!! Wonderful to see everyone chipping in to make you feel at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent choice for Cape Town leisure

Very obliging and solicitous hosts who let us in very early. Comfortable room and lovely views. Fairly easy to find and good things to do nearby, as well as being well-placed for trips around the Cape and Cape Town area. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of my best stays ever

The room, the hospitality, staff, breakfast - everything about Dongola House was just fantastic. I have never been so glad that I decided to stay over the night before rather than fly in early for a meeting in Cape Town. What a wonderful place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent guest house

Excellent guest house run by super-friendly ex-pat British couple. Lovely rooms, breakfast and strong w-fi signal. High point, aside the service, was the proper swimming pool that you could swim in (as opposed to the plunge pool 'swimming pools' so commonly found.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hier kommen wir gerne wieder zurück. Ein sehr gepflegter Garten und ein leckeres Frühstück.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lillemor Pia Signe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dongola House

Ett fantastiskt fint guesthouse där allt var i toppskick.Supergod frukost! Kan verkligen rekommenderas!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Einfach nur schön!

Es war so schön. Eine herzlicher Empfang, der Ausblick ein Traum. Zimmer sehr sauber und gemütlich. Es fehlte an nichts. Auch die guten Tipps von Sally waren sehr hilfreich.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very nice guesthouse near Capetown

The guesthouse is situated in a very quiet and green area, just outside Capetown. The big size rooms have a lot of comfort and the garden has a pool and a beautiful view. The breakfast is very nice with all fresh ingredients and the food is made and served wit a lot of attention. The owners and manager take very good care of you. This place feels like coming home. A perfect place to discover Capetown, Cape of Good Hope and all the beautiful areas around Capetown. We definitely will come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Russel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem in Constantia

I loved my short stay. The room was very well appointed, neat and comfortable. Breakfast was a real treat: a good selection that was well prepared to my liking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lynn, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Piece of heaven

Tranquil and quiet. Suites extremely comfortable and well thought out. Hosts and staff very attentive and laid back. Glorious breakfasts. Would love to return for a longer stay one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

catherine , paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Suite B&B in a lovely surrounding

Very well located between Good Hope Cape and Cape Town City; we booked the suite for 3 people and were upgraded to an additional room for our daughter. Breakfast was amazing, thanks Sally and Mike for your warm welcome and very good advice
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017