Riversong Guest House (Cape Town/Newlands, South Africa): See 34 Reviews and 49 Photos

Also Known As:: Riversong Guest House Cape Town/Newlands, South Africa

Address: 14 Esme Road, Newlands 7700, South Africa

Phone Number:

Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Cape Town > Newlands

Amenities:

Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Room Service Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool

Hotel Style:

Ranked #5 of 19 B&Bs / Inns in Newlands

Price range (per night): $106 - $172

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: A Luxury 4 star boutique guest house in the heart of Newlands, Cape Town. Riversong sits on the banks of Liesbeek River and boasts panoramic views of Table Mountain. Conveniently situated in the Southern Suburbs, Riversong is an ideal base for the discerning business person or holiday maker who is looking for more than a hotel room. Riversong is a short walk from Newland's Cricket and Rugby Grounds, Cavendish Square Mall, Claremont CBD, Vineyard Hotel and Conference centre, S.A. Sports Science Institute, SA Breweries, Dean Street (start of The Two Ocean Marathon), and Virgin Active Gym and many restaurants and pubs around the trendy Newlands Village. 10 minutes from University of Cape Town, Belmont Square, Kirstenbosch gardens, Kelvin Grove club, Great Westerford, Baxter theatre, leading hospitals and schools. 20-minute drive from the Airport, City Centre, Cape Town International Convention Centre, V & A Waterfront, FIFA Soccer Stadium, golf courses, wine farms and golden beaches. Friendly hospitality and attention to detail makes Riversong a popular choice for local and overseas guests. Our 8 elegantly stylish, spacious en-suite bedrooms have comfortable beds and pillows, DSTV decoders, well stocked fridges and snack baskets, micro-wave ovens, tea and coffee making facilities, safe for valuables, desks/dressing tables, heaters, electric blankets and fans, fluffy white towels and bathrobes, percale linen, hairdryers, clock-radios/ipod docking stations, hot water bottles, Charlotte Rhys toiletries, Pool towels and chocolates. Mr Deliver and Butlers’s pizza menus in rooms with dinner by request. Free Wireless internet. Guest laptop in lounge. ... more less

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Michelle D

Johannesburg, South Africa

1 review

“A very good stay”

Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Have stayed in many B&B's in CT and found this one to be wonderful. Convenient and well appointed. Great view of the mountain from our room and from breakfast room. Staff at breakfast were extremely helpful and accommodating. Will stay there again.

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GSW1200

Waynesboro, Virginia

Senior Contributor

23 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 11 cities

8 helpful votes

“Restful Oasis with Outstanding Amenities and Service - TOPS!!!”

Reviewed 2 May 2013

Inri and her attentive staff make the Riversong Guest House a welcoming, well appointed retreat on your visit to Cape Town. With excellent service in every respect, from decor to creative breakfasts, to her constant attention to detail, she provides a unique experience in a stunning setting. We spent several days at the Riversong following a two week safari odyssey... More

Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to host you all and organize your tours around Cape Town. We love hosting tours from the Virginia Wild Life Association. Please do keep in touch via Face Book or email. Best regards Inri and the Riversong gang. More

RobynG818

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“Fantastic!”

Reviewed 8 April 2013

I stayed at Riversong Guest House for a business trip and it was fantastic. Stunning room and bathroom, comfy bed and delicious breakfast with views of Table Mountain! Highly recommend staying at this beautiful guest house.

Thank you for staying at Riversong Guest House and taking the time to write a review. We loved hosting you and hope to see you again soon. Inri and The Riversong Team. More

hacoulson

London

Reviewer

5 reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

2 helpful votes

“Convenient and comfortable”

Reviewed 4 April 2013

It's hard to imagine a place so convenient for Newlands, the City, the airport and Constantia and south. Very comfortable, well appointed rooms, excellent breakfasts, clever parking and good restaurants literally around the corner. Very much to be recommended. Excellent value.

Dear Mr and Mrs Coulson Thank you for taking the time to write a review on Riversong Guest House. We enjoyed hosting you and hope to host you both again in the near future. Best regards Inri and The Riversong Team More

jcm0

Bournemouth

“Immaculate and Relaxing”

Reviewed 17 March 2013

We stayed for 9 nights at the Riversong. We were welcomed immediately on arrival and staff couldn't do enough for us throughout our stay. We stayed in the Mountain View room which was spacious, comfortable and immaculately clean. The bed was very comfortable and the view from the room was beautiful. Facilities in the room were excellent. The breakfasts were... More

Dear Jenny and Peter Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. We loved having you stay with us and feedback on how we can improve is always well accepted. This week we cut back the trees in the garden mainly to get back our beautiful views of the mountain. We do this every 3 years.... More

Lila D

Virginia Beach

“Outstanding”

Reviewed 11 March 2013

A wonderful stay in Feb 2013. They made us feel like family and did everything they could to make our stay outstanding. Look forward to going back there again. Rooms were spacious, breakfast good and plentiful, a wonderful place to stay in a safe neighborhood. Local grocery in walking distance.

Dear Lila Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We loved hosting your group and showing you around our beautiful city. You are an amazing lady and an inpiration to all. So glad the spider bite you got on safari has healed. Lots of love from all of us here at Riversong and of course Archie. We... More

Debi R

Pennsylvania, United States

3 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

1 helpful vote

“Felt like Home”

Reviewed 6 March 2013

We recently spent a week at Riversong Guest house this past February 2013. The Guest House itselt if charming, the proprietor is lovely and make you feel as if you're home. The rooms are clean airy and have a wondrerful view. Spacious bathrooms, wonderful sitting areas and breakfast comes with your stay of which you have many home made meals.... More

Hi Debi Thank you for taking time to write a review. It was great fun to host your group and we look forward to you coming back in 2014. Archie (Africa Classic Tours) sends his love. We have our next tour group from USA arriving today. It is raining so hope the weather is good for tomorrow for Table Mountain.... More

steve057london

Contributor

12 reviews

9 hotel reviews

5 helpful votes

“Average”

Reviewed 20 January 2013

After reading all the reviews we decided to book for a week over Christmas. We were booked into a room (Ethnic suite) downstairs off the dining room by Aaron who was very pleasant. Room was large and comfortable but very dated and dark. Breakfast was very good every morning. The pool is a joke as it is so shallow therefore... More

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Dear Steve and Jenny Thank you for your review. Average is not good enough for Riversong! I want all our guests to leave us with great memories of excellent service and accommodation. I have put in the following steps to rectify your valued comments. The Ethnic Suite and bathroom will be revamped to update the decor and make the room... More

Lynette J

Cape Town Central, South Africa

Senior Reviewer

9 reviews

3 helpful votes

“Welcoming Stay”

Reviewed 31 December 2012

From the beginning of making the booking to the departure everything was made out to be hassle free. The room which we stayed (Honeymoon suite) in was very spacious & comfortable. Loved the french decor. The en-suite bathroom was also so spacious & bright. Having travelled around the comfort of the bed was most priority for me and I could... More

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Dear Lynette Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I really appreciate the feedback which I share with The Riversong Team. Good reviews make us proud and keeps us striving to offer even better service and accommodation. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future. Best regards and wishes for 2013. Inri and The... More

Anne S

6 reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

“A lovely end to our safari adventure.”

Reviewed 24 November 2012

More than a gracious hostess, Inri made us feel like special friends and the staff was efficient serving all of our needs. Breakfast every morning was delicious. Inri helped with sightseeing suggestions and finding a tour guide/driver for our group. Many restaurants are within walking distance and reservations were made for us and changed as needed. The facility is warm... More

Hi Anne and Charles Thank you for your review. Sorry for late reply. I took a week off before the Xmas rush. We so enjoyed having your group stay with us. We wish you all a wonderful festive season and all the best for 2013. Best regards Inri and the Riversong Team. More

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