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Rutland Lodge - Cape Town

A calm base near Lion's Head, with simple rooms and a garden outlook.

  • Close to Lion's Head and District Six Museum
  • Mountain or garden views from all rooms
  • Air conditioning in every room
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About

Rutland Lodge - Cape Town

Rutland Lodge sits on Montrose Avenue, roughly 1.9 km from the District Six Museum, the African Dance Theatre and Lion's Head. It's a straightforward, no-fuss property with a handful of rooms and a private patio.

The Standard Double or Twin Room looks out to the mountain, while the Deluxe version adds a garden view and a shower alongside the bathtub. Both come with air conditioning, and the lodge offers Wi-Fi, a safe deposit box and an electric kettle.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • Patio
  • Electric kettle

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Position near landmarks — Within 1.9 km of District Six Museum, the African Dance Theatre and Lion's Head, making it a practical choice for sightseeing.
  • Air conditioning in all rooms — Every room type includes air conditioning, a welcome feature in Cape Town's warmer months.
  • Mountain and garden views — Standard rooms face the mountain, deluxe rooms the garden, offering a bit of variety without leaving the property.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only until 18:30, which requires planning if you arrive later in the evening.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accept pets, so you'll need to make other arrangements for your animal.
  • Breakfast not mentioned — No breakfast is listed among the amenities, which may mean extra planning for morning meals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Mountain view
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • Patio
  • Electric kettle

Standard Room

  • Mountain view
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 0 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 31 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 0 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Cape Town

The property sits in Cape Town.

Lion's Head: About 1.9 km away, Lion's Head is a popular hiking spot with panoramic views over Cape Town and the Atlantic seaboard.

District Six Museum: Also 1.9 km from the lodge, this museum tells the story of the District Six community and the forced removals of the apartheid era.

The African Dance Theatre: Roughly the same distance as the other landmarks, this venue showcases African dance performances and cultural events.

5 Montrose Avenue, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001, South Africa

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:30-18:30
Check-out
By 10:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
6 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rutland Lodge?

You can check in from 14:30 to 18:30, and check out between 10:00 and 11:00.

Does Rutland Lodge allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed at the property.

Is air conditioning available in the rooms?

Yes, both the Standard Double or Twin Room and the Deluxe Double or Twin Room are equipped with air conditioning.

What views can I expect from the rooms?

Standard rooms offer mountain views, while Deluxe rooms face the garden.

What amenities are provided in the rooms?

Rooms come with Wi-Fi, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, and either a bathtub or shower depending on the room type.

The bottom line

Rutland Lodge is a reliable, no-extras option for travellers who want a quiet room near Lion's Head and the District Six Museum. The limited check-in hours and lack of breakfast may require some flexibility, but the air conditioning and views add comfort.

8.3A straightforward stay with a good location, if you can work around the check-in times.

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