Hourly Rooms in Cape Town
If you are looking for hourly rooms in Cape Town, we are here to help.
Short stay accommodation is also known as day use or day rest, and allows you to book accommodation for just the amount of time that you need, whether that be for an hour or an afternoon of rest.
This type of accommodation is suitable for those who are on a tight budget and need lodgings with just the basics and for a short period.
In this article, we will be listing some of the places that offer rooms per hour in Cape Town that you can use for a short stay.
List of Hourly Rooms in Cape Town
The first thing worth mentioning is that there are no hourly rooms in Cape Town CBD. The nearest place where you will find this type of accommodation is in Woodstock, and after that the nearest would be in Goodwood, and then a few others being located in the Southern Suburbs.
Northern Suburbs
Most of the hourly rooms in Cape Town are concentrated in this area, specifically in Bellville and Goodwood. Here are a few examples:
GO WEST Rooms Sleep and Go
Prices
Unlike most places whose bookings start at 1 hour, the rooms at GO WEST Rooms start at 30 minutes. The Cheapest room is R130 for 30 minutes, while the most expensive room is R200.
As far as hourly rates go, the prices for the cheapest room that has no toilet is R150 and R350. The prices increase incrementally up to a maximum of six hours, which is R710 for the cheapest room and R1080 for the most expensive room.
The details of the different rooms are listed under amenities.
Location
The location of Go WEST is at 54 Voortrekker Rd, Vasco Estate, Goodwood, 7460.
Amenities
GO WEST has five different types of rooms and they are categorized as follows in increasing price.
- Room with no toilet (cheapest)
- Room with toilet & basin
- Room with shower and toilet
- Room with bath and toilet
- Room with jacuzzi and toilet (most expensive)
They have the usual amenities that you would expect a guest house including free WiFi. They have on-site security at the property and limited park, so beware of that potential issue if you are driving.
Overall
GO WEST is an established name in the short stay accommodation industry of Cape Town. They have been around for quite some time and have a high standard of service compared to many establishments in this market. Reviews for them have been very positive and they have an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 on Google from 316 reviews. This is very impressive because the usual score for decent hourly room accommodation establishments is usually around 3.5. Most people who go there have been very happy so it’s a good option for you to use.
****Hourly Rooms no longer offered in Southern Suburbs
Southern Suburbs
Karibu Lodge
Cape Flats
JM Bed & Breakfast
1. Overview
JM Bed & Breakfast is one of the premier guest houses that offer rooms per hour in Mitchells Plain. The guest houses was established in 2018 so it has been a respectable 6 years since they have been in operation. They offer both daily accommodation and short stay which is charged at an an affordable R200 per 2 hours. If you want to stay there daily, the rate is
2. Location and accessibility
The address of JM Bed & Breakfast is at 40 Kipling Ave, Mandalay, Cape Town, 7785. It well-located, less than 500m away from Khayelitsha Mandalay Mall which is a brief 5 minute walk away. The guest house has easy access to the M49 highway (Swartklip Road) and can easily be reached by public transport.
3. Types of rooms available
There is one type of room available at JM Bed & Breakfast, which is the standard double room. The room comes with a double bed that can accommodate up to two adults. Linens and towels are provided.
4. Highlighted amenities
All of the rooms at JM B&B come with a flat-screen TV that is loaded with DSTV. And as you would expect, there is free WiFi available for all guests along with ample parking for those who need secure parking for their cars.
It is a full-on bed and breakfast with meals available at an added fee. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available on request for clients who want to have their meals there as well.
5. Guest reviews
The reviews for the guest house are positive so far. They are sitting on an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 on Google reviews, which is an exceptionally high score.
Khaya B&B
1. Overview
Next up we have Khaya B&B. This one has been around for quite some time, having established their first branch in Khayelitsha. The Mandalay branch was opened in 2017, marking this year as their seventh year in business.
The prices for Khaya B&B are the same as the other option on the list, which is R200 for two hour and R50 for an additional hour after that. .
2. Location and accessibility
The address of this lodge is at 12 Hermes Way, Mandalay, Cape Town, 7785. It is also quite close to Khayelitsha Mandalay Mall, which is 1.2km or a 15 minute walk away.
3. Types of rooms available
There is one type of room at Khaya B&B, which is the standard room that accommodates up to two people.
4. Highlighted amenities
Rooms come equipped with a flat screen TV. Free WiFi is also available to help you stay online. For those driving through, there is secure on-site parking. Some rooms also have a mini fridge, which comes in useful if you are intending to stay there for more than a few hours.
5. Guest reviews
Reviews for Khaya B&B are mostly positive. They have an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 from 54 reviews. This is an approval rating of 78%. Here is what one of the positive reviews had to say:
- “Room was great,the guy at reception was friendly and accommodating bt the cleaner ladies was a bit too serious,no smiles bt my overall experience was great,would definately visit again.Thanx.”
As you would expect, there are some negative reviews as well, but overall, most people have been happy with the accommodation.
Homestay Lodge
Homestay Lodge is a very new establishment that was started last year in 2023. Despite being so new, they are quickly making a name for themselves in the short stay market. They offer clean and budget-friendly accommodation, tailored for vacationers, business travelers, and contract workers.
Prices
The prices for Homestay are as follows: R300 for 2 hours; R500 for 4 hours; R700 for 8 hours.
The prices are in line with what you would see from competitors in the same market. The difference is that the minimum stay length for Homestay Lodge is two hours. The rate is the same as in many other establishments.
Location
The location is in Goodwood, Cape Town, 7460. It is located in a central area very near to the M7 and R102 (Voortrekker Road) highways.
It is near all the major locations in Goodwood. Grand West Casino is 2.3km away, while Goodwood Mall is 600m away (a short 8 minute work or 2 minutes drive).
Amenities
Homestay lodge has great amenities. The place is tastefully decorated in white with pops of colour that give the accommodation a nice aesthetic. The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels.
The downside is that there is limited parking inside the yard so if there are other cars, guest would have to outside of the yard.
Overall
Overall, Homestay lodge is one of the nicest looking places that offer rooms per hour in Goodwood. It is quite new but the reviews for the property have been positive so far. The lodge is standing on an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 30 reviews. As far as guest houses with hourly rooms go, this is the highest score we have seen yet, which is indicative of the high standard of the lodge.
