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The John Bauer Pottery Studio

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Cape Town

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Individually decorated, free WiFi
Studio with En Suite and Kitchenette | Bathroom | Towels
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Exterior
Exterior
The John Bauer Pottery Studio in Claremont offers a tranquil garden haven. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and natural beauty. The property provides dry cleaning, laundry services, and express check-in, which previous visitors particularly value.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Economy Double Room | Individually decorated, free WiFi

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | Individually decorated, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Individually decorated, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double with en suite | Individually decorated, free WiFi

Double with en suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin economy | Individually decorated, free WiFi

Twin economy

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Down duvet
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
35 Greenwood Road, Claremont, Harfield Village, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7708

What's nearby

  • Newlands Cricket Ground - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Newlands Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • University of Cape Town - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Harfield Road Station - 8 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 19 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WCafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Labanese Bakery And Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coimbra - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rodeo Spur Steak Ranch (Halaal) - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The John Bauer Pottery Studio

Guesthouse located in Claremont
The John Bauer Pottery Studio provides amenities like a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a vegetable garden, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and composting
  • Wardrobes/closets, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 50 per night)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Composting
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: ZAR 50.00 per night
  • 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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

John Bauer Pottery Studio B&B Cape Town
John Bauer Pottery Studio B&B
John Bauer Pottery Studio Cape Town
John Bauer Pottery Studio
The John Bauer Pottery Studio B B
The John Bauer Pottery Studio Cape Town
The John Bauer Pottery Studio Guesthouse
The John Bauer Pottery Studio Guesthouse Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is The John Bauer Pottery Studio pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The John Bauer Pottery Studio?

Self parking is available for ZAR 50.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The John Bauer Pottery Studio?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The John Bauer Pottery Studio?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The John Bauer Pottery Studio provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The John Bauer Pottery Studio located?

Located in Claremont, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cavendish Square, Kingsbury Hospital, and Newlands Cricket Ground. Kenilworth Race Course and Newlands Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Harfield Road Station is 8 minutes by foot and Claremont Station is 10 minutes.

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