Hotel Description
Featuring historical architecture, Reading House was built in 1896 by Sir Herbert Baker. It also offers an outdoor swimming pool, panoramic views of Table Mountain and free WiFi in all areas.The rooms and suites all come with classic, elegant décor and private bathrooms. The suite also includes a separate seating area.
Guests can relax by the pool, or in the reading room and lounge, both of which have a fireplace. The Dining Room is furnished with Yellowwood tables and Stinkwood chairs.
Reading House is located just 5 km from the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and 10 km from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Cape Town International Airport is 15 km away.
Newlands is a great choice for travellers interested in wine, scenery and mountains.
4 Reasons to book your travel to Reading House Guest House with Apex Travel Club
You will not find this at any better rate! That's our promise!
Check out our testimonials. We send our members only to the best.
You can keep track of your bookings and all communication online.
Booking with us is safe and you will receive you're formal quote withing the next 48 hours.
Unit Amenities
- Linen
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Bedroom
- Wardrobe/Closet
- View
- Garden view
- Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
- Pool and wellness
- Swimming pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Outdoor pool (seasonal)
- Pets are not allowed.
- Activities
- Library
- Food & Drink
- Chocolate or cookies
- Fruits
- Bottle of water
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Snack bar
- Good coffee!
- WiFi is available in all areas
- Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Secured parking
- Reception services
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment and family services
- Books, DVDs, music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child services (Additional charge)
- Cleaning services
- Daily maid service
- Ironing service (Additional charge)
- Laundry (Addi
4 Reasons to book your travel to Reading House Guest House with Apex Travel Club
You will not find this at any better rate! That's our promise!
Check out our testimonials. We send our members only to the best.
You can keep track of your bookings and all communication online.
Booking with us is safe and you will receive you're formal quote withing the next 48 hours.
On/Off Site Amenities
- Newlands Cricket Stadium
- Newlands Stadium
- Claremont Railway Station
- Cavendish Square Shopping Centre
- Harfield Railway Station
- Kenilworth Centre
- Baxter Theatre Centre
- Kenilworth Railway Station
- Rosebank Railway Station
- Restaurants and markets
- Palmyra Junction Supermarket
- Barristers Grill and Cafe Restaurant
- Cavendish Mall Supermarket
- Natural beauty
- Atlantic Sea/ocean
- Kenilworth Race Course
- Table Mountain
- Long Street
- Groot Constantia
- Klein Constantia Wine Estate
- V&A Waterfront
- Canal Walk
- Steenberg Wine Estate
- US Consulate General
- Chapman's Peak
4 Reasons to book your travel to Reading House Guest House with Apex Travel Club
You will not find this at any better rate! That's our promise!
Check out our testimonials. We send our members only to the best.
You can keep track of your bookings and all communication online.
Booking with us is safe and you will receive you're formal quote withing the next 48 hours.
FAQs for Booking with Apex Travel Club
Reading House is a historical sight offering class and sophistication. Built in 1886 by Sir Herbert Baker, this unique heritage guest house is situated in a quiet street in the beautiful central suburb of Newlands, Cape Town. The guest house is perfect for those seeking a quiet and romantic retreat.
The guest house features four luxurious rooms with their own taste and charm. Guests staying at the Reading Room can relax in the lounge with its 1840s fireplace, high ceilings, bay windows and comfortable seating.
At Apex Travel Club we combine our knowledge and enthusiasm with our members' ambitions. This is achieved through integration, flexibility and real understanding of working towards mutual goals and superior service delivery.
We believe in today's market, outstanding service, quality and value for our ATC members is simply not enough.
Apex Travel Club has decided to take the unprecedented step of stating: "WE GUARANTEE THAT WE WILL SAVE OUR MEMBERS MONEY".

