In the heart of Cape Town City Centre, Cape Diem Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with a rooftop terrace and garden. Guests can unwind at Beauty Direct spa, enjoy sun-kissed moments by the outdoor pool, or stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Cape Town International Convention Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Kloof Street - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 17 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station - 19 min drive
Cape Town Station - 26 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Espressolab De Waterkant - 11 min walk
Ninety One - 4 min walk
Shift Espresso Bar - 4 min walk
Best Of Asia - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 9 min walk
About this property
Cape Diem Lodge
Cape Diem Lodge features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Cape Town Stadium. You can take a dip in the outdoor pool, then visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace.
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 15
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 12
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free secured, covered on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
On-site garage
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Caters to adults only
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Use of nearby fitness centre
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Skydiving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1832
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
Porch
Fireplace in reception
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
32-inch Smart TV
Premium satellite channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
3 bedrooms
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic mattress
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Garden
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
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Special features
Spa
Beauty Direct has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
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Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 450 (one way)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 800 per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Cape Diem Lodge ?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Cape Diem Lodge ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Cape Diem Lodge ?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Cape Diem Lodge ?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 450 one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cape Diem Lodge ?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Cape Diem Lodge ?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Cape Diem Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Cape Diem Lodge also has spa services and a garden.
Does Cape Diem Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a garden.
What's the area around Cape Diem Lodge like?
Cape Diem Lodge is in Cape Town City Centre, a short 12-minute walk from Cape Town Stadium and 6 minutes' walk from Table Mountain National Park.
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Cape Diem Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sep 2022
Lovely place, great staff. Breakfast delicious. Close to walk to tourist attractions. Felt safe.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun 2023
We found a diamond of a property when we booked Cape Diem. From moment of booking to time of departure everything g was perfect. Cannot recommend Cape Diem highly enough. Thank you
Debrah
Debrah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2022
Such a great stay at this cute property! The house is super old with amazing high ceilings and hard wood floors. Bianca was amazing and always checking in to make sure we had everything we needed. The neighborhood felt safe and we really enjoyed the breakfast. Check out this gem in Green Point.
Kate
8/10 Very good
22 Mar 2025
Great Stay
A lovely greeting from Carly on arrival with the offer of complimentary refreshments and nibbles which was very nice. Parking was excellent as we were able to make use of the garage throughout our stay.
Very comfortable room and bathroom with excellent shower and bath (albeit we didnt use the bath). The only downside was the lack of storage in the room which was a bit tight.
We were offered a late checkout on our room on the last day by Carly which was very useful and appreciated.
Up a pretty steep hill, it is about 15 minutes to walk down to the V&A and other restaurants, plus a Woolworths (M&S) at the end of the street.
Sandra
Sandra, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2025
Nick
Nick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Tolle Unterkunft mit sehr freundlichen Mitarbeitern!
Komme gerne wieder!
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Apr 2024
Tolle Lage, sehr freundliches Personal!
Leider sehr ringhörig!
Nadine
Nadine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Sep 2023
Home away from home
My home away from home, I've no other words to describe my stay at Cape Diem Lodge. The excellent experience already started at arrival at the airport when the more than kind driver of my transfer (arranged by the hotel) awaited me. Despite my late arrival in Cape Town, the reception at the hotel by the night porter was also perfect and made me feel really welcome. An experience that continued the following days.
From the staff at breakfast and in the office until the gardener and housekeeping, everybody was so friendly and always willing to help and make my stay as enjoyable as possible. My room (number 3) was also excellent and absolutely value for money with a very comfortable bed, spacious shower, more than enough seating options and this all nice and clean. Breakfast offered more than enough options, perhaps even more than can be expected for a small sized hotel. In the afternoon some snacks and drinks are available as well.
The overall 'vibe' of the hotel is really nice as well, very comfortable, modern yet stylish and with respect for the age and style of the building. Because of the size, the hotel also has a sort of cosy feeling.
Parking of my rental car wasn't an issue either and is perfectly safe. Both across of the entrance along the street as well as in the parking garage is space available.
All in all I would definitely recommend a stay at Cape Diem Lodge!
Peter
Peter, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2023
Top
Einfach nur schön
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2021
Vashna was the manager and she checked in with us to ensure we had all the information and suggestions for a great day…. Such as restaurants, things to do and even got us a driver to hire for the day to take us sight seeing and hiking up around Cape Hope. I felt very taken care of. The wifi was great in our room and the little fridge with wine and beer was great too! The room was clean and i took advantage of the big bathtub including the bath salts 2 of the 5 nights we were there. Thank you so much Vashna and team!
John
John, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Mar 2020
Mysigt hotell med mycket trevlig personal!
Väldigt mysigt hotell med en trevlig trädgård med pool. Mycket trevlig personal som var väldigt tillmötesgående.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
29 Jan 2020
So, so stay
Good location very secure friendly staff not as clean as should be such as bedding not changed Regularly in our room
Worse thing was charged again when checked out even though I said I had paid in full which I
Confirmed from hotels.com and then had to make numerous expensive calls to get it sorted (still waiting for refund 4 days after leaving)
Kathryn
Kathryn, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2019
Fantastisch, een echte aanrader, vriendelijke bediening en een heel lekker ontbijt
Verified traveller
7-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Dec 2019
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2019
Glimrende
Et rolig lite overnattingssted med glimrende service, deilig frokost, rolige omgivelser og kort gangdistanse til Waterfront
Hogne
Hogne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2019
Perfekte Lage in Green Point um in ca 15 min zu Fuss sowohl an die Waterfront als auch zur Long Street zu kommen. Die Lodge hat richtig Charme, unser Zimmer war eine Mischung aus old style Wohn/Schlafraum und modernem Bad. Alle Mitarbeiter sind extrem freundlich und hilfsbereit. Einfach Klasse!
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2019
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2019
A lodge with a view - Waterfront/Green Point
We had a lovely stay at Cape Diem Lodge. Very welcoming and our room was ready eventhough we came before check-in time. And what a room! Appx 30 sqm with separate bathroom. All at the lodge was helpful and take such good care of us! The afternoon tea was really a treat and we tried to be at ”home” when served. We had a really early start when leaving but we got a little breakfast bag to go! We would return any day to the this place.
Karin
Karin, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Sep 2019
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2019
Amazing stay
Amazing breakfast and tea time was a nice touch. We were greeted daily by staff to help plan our day and make sure we had reservations needed. Would highly recommend!
Verified traveller
3-night trip
6/10 Good
23 Aug 2019
Hôtel agréable mais...
Hôtel agréable, bien situé avec un accueil et service sympathiques mais notre chambre n'était pas des plus éclatantes. C'est un bâtiment ancien qui a du charme mais des travaux de rénovation devraient être effectués pour rendre l'expérience plus agréable. Ne correspond pas du tout à un 5 étoiles. C'est une mignonne guest-house parfaite pour une nuit !
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2019
Garden and pool area a real oasis after busy days site seeing. In safe and easy walking distance to V&A Waterfront Staff friendly and made our stay a happy one. Would highly recommend the Lodge to Cape Town visitors
Jon
Jon, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
7 May 2019
Hire Car Vandilised on unsafe Road outside
Parking not secure and car was vandilsed while under the supervision of the manager at the hotel. Then no responsibility taken by the owner. Do not stay here if you want secure parking, its roadside parking. Also not '5 star' international level, even though they try to portrait themselves as such
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Apr 2019
We had a wonderful relaxing stay at Cape Diem Lodge. Perfectly located in a quiet street, but close to everything exciting Cape Town has to offer.