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Banksia Boutique

4.0 star property
Cape Town guesthouse in Mowbray with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Indoor pool, pool loungers
Garden
Indoor spa tub
Suite
Steam room, body treatments, body wraps, facials

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
14 Banksia Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700
  • University of Cape Town
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Vincent Pallotti Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Newlands Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Room service - dining

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite | Living area

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite | Bathroom

Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite | Bathroom shower

Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Terrace/patio

Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

At Banksia Boutique you'll be within a 15-minute walk of University of Cape Town and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Vincent Pallotti Hospital. Highlights at this boutique guest house include a full-service spa, an indoor swimming pool and free breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages and body wraps along with access to the steam room. The guest house's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available for free. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Mowbray guest house include Long Street and Cape Town International Convention Centre.
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What's nearby

  • University of Cape Town - 12 min walk
  • Long Street - 8 min drive
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre - 8 min drive
  • Cape Town Cruise Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Table Mountain - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 11 min walk
  • Cape Town Station - 13 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪African Taste - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fat Cactus - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Baxter Theatre Centre - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Aiyara Thai - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Banksia Boutique

Cape Town guesthouse in Mowbray with full-service spa and free breakfast
Banksia Boutique offers its guests a full-service spa and an indoor pool. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the boutique Banksia Boutique. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cape Town guest house.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Banksia Boutique offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars (stocked with some free items). Beds feature premium bedding. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guest house's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open selected days.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday:
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Sunday and Saturday:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Banksia Boutique

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Banksia Boutique
Banksia Boutique Cape Town
Banksia Boutique House
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Banksia Boutique Guesthouse Cape Town
Banksia Boutique Guesthouse
Banksia Boutique Cape Town/Rosebank
Banksia Boutique Cape Town
Banksia Boutique Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Banksia Boutique?

The closest beach to Banksia Boutique is Camps Bay Beach (9.2 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Banksia Boutique?

As of 27 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banksia Boutique on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$264.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Banksia Boutique?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Banksia Boutique. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, facials and body treatments.

Does Banksia Boutique have a pool?

Banksia Boutique has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Banksia Boutique a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Banksia Boutique.

Does Banksia Boutique serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary English brekkie is on offer at Banksia Boutique.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Banksia Boutique?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Banksia Boutique?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Banksia Boutique?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Banksia Boutique Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

wokie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very spacious and the breakfast selection excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
horrible does not deserve the star rating
Stay was extremly deceictful. hotel does not deserve the rating it has Upon check in I was escourted to my room only to discover the establishment does not have any elevators or lifts, walked up 2 flights of stairs to my room and the room has no airconditioner. I advised the assistant manager and he asked me to walk back down and wait for him to find me a room with an airconditioner he than made me walk back up the stairs to another room where the bathroom was horrific, the taps were loose and the shower door did not close, it was both a sunken shower and sunken bath which could easily pass for 2 star. the room door was a funny key and did not even lock properly the floors were wooden so you could hear when other ppl were moving around the pool was green not swimmable and jacuzzi empty If i were informed of this would have never booked this When I did mention the star rating to the asistant manager I was told it is a boutique hotel and not normal hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zeljka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stating at Banksia boutique hotel was a dream! We thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful old villa, well appointed amenities and friendly and welcoming staff. We felt very safe and still extremely close to everything in Cape Town - it is situated at the bottom of Table mountain, in a quiet little neighbourhood. Excellent and freshly made breakfast every day gave us a great start to a week full of fun and exploring this beautiful part of the world. Thank you so much😊
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, the staff were exceedingly friendly and we got another room, as the aircon in our first room was broken, the treatments at the spa are really nice, breakfast was prepared with attention to detail. Very good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you want to feel at home...
I just adored staying at this hotel! The front desk staff was amazing and incredibly helpful at all times. I miss the hospitality there so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous gem in the Southern Suburbs
It is always an exceptional experience at Banksia! The building is gorgeous and all the rooms are unique. The mountain view is a CAPE Town iconic postcard. The staff is kind and accommodating both managing the property and preparing and serving the stunning breakfast. Hope i can continue to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our stay
A beautiful building in a very attractive suburb of Cape Town. The property is very clean and the room is comfortable although the two large armchairs in the bedroom we used rather cramped the space and were unnecessary. The overall condition is good, but now a little tired in places. It would definitely benefit from a professional update which would really make this period property amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

GARRETT

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous spa hotel
Gorgeous and luxurious old style boutique hotel. The staff was amazing, breakfast lovely and filling. I liked the quiet residential area as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is stunning, be prepared to take pictures! Also the staff was incredible! So welcoming and friendly - total hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An eighteenth century colonial house beautifully renovated by the interior designer owner. Fabulous with lovely staff. Totally recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a quiet, small property just off the beaten path in Cape Town. The staff is excellent, the rooms unique and well-appointed and the daily breakfast delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

catarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, very quiet. Out of the way but easy Uber ride to everywhere. Room was large, comfortable, well appointed. Great breakfast. Staff accommodated our in and out timing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

sarah, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Home from home
I stayed at the banksia for a little over two weeks. Staff are superb and I love the quiet atmosphere. Looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Malin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
all great !!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Newcastle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exquisite hotel with excellent staff
I stayed in this hotel as it is very close to UCT campus, where I had meetings, but it would be equally suitable (and ideal perhaps) for a couple visiting Cape Town. Taxis/Ubers are cheap to get into downtown Cape Town. It is in a safe and friendly part of the city, and also close to the botanical gardens. It would be a terrific staging post for people wanting to travel in the surrounding area (it is also closer to the airport than downtown Cape Town).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Carl Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Gem
Had an amazing time at the wonderful gem
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable. Excellent breakfast. Lovely warm pool. Room was large. Do be aware that not all rooms have separate toilets.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our experience at Banksia, so charming & beautiful.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Great food tired facilities
The room was comfortable except for the poor condition of the bathroom. Needs some basic maintainance to bring it back to a four star rating. Pool was disappointing and dirty. Hot tub not functional. The breakfast was excellent. Location very convenient.