Maartens Guesthouse – A Favorite for Families in Cape Town
About the Hotel
Rooms with Views
Maartens Guesthouse offers rooms with twin beds or king-size beds, each featuring an en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower. Select rooms include private balconies with views of the Atlantic Ocean, Robben Island, and the coastline. All rooms have pure cotton linen, satellite TV, coffee and tea facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms accommodate up to three guests with a sofa bed.
Breakfast & Dining
A full breakfast is served daily on the terrace. The guesthouse does not have an on-site restaurant, but Fresnaye is a walkable area with nearby dining options like The Point Mall (0.5 km away) and Cape Town's city center, accessible by taxi for around R60.
Pool & Activities
Guests can relax by the saltwater swimming pool or book tours to Robben Island, the wine lands, or paragliding from Lion's Head. The Fresnaye Tennis and Bowling Club, adjacent to the guesthouse, is available for guest use. Laundry service and free Wi-Fi are provided.
Location & Transport
Situated on the slopes of Signal Hill in Fresnaye, the guesthouse is a 10-minute drive from Woodstock and 25 km from Cape Town International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Table Mountain National Park, Green Point Park (2.5 km), and the V&A Waterfront (accessible by taxi). Secure off-street parking is available.
Guest Services
Maartens Guesthouse offers airport transfers upon request and assists with car rentals through Sunny Cars, which includes all necessary insurances. The hosts can arrange tours, tickets, and restaurant recommendations. Children over 12 are welcome; smoking and pets are not permitted indoors.
Choose from a variety of room types
Availability and pricing for your selected dates
Tips on navigating the city
Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Locker room
- Vending machines
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Next best alternative
Schloss Prielau Hotel & Restaurants
Pearl Hotel Ryogoku
Club In Eilat - Coral Beach Villa Resort
The Kala Samui
Hotel Majorelle
Infinity Residences & Resort Koh Samui
Hotel Foch
Hanoi 20 Hotel & Apartment
Eresin Hotels Sultanahmet - Boutique Class
So' Lifestyle Hotel Sorrento
Ch Lemon Rooms - Madrid
Petit Hotel Hostatgeria La Victoria