Title: Reading House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Reading House A comfortable retreat where guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast before lounging poolside amid garden greenery - a perfect balance of relaxation and practicality ## Photo gallery for Reading House ![Balcony - Reading House (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/e182dfb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets - Reading House (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/e003852a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Reading House (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/a41d3a53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Reading House (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/6109db1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden - Reading House (Cape Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/57297755.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Reading House in Claremont offers hospitality and convenience with a free breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, snack bar/deli, and concierge services. The staff consistently earns high marks from visitors. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 6 - Jan. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=13371655&PinnedHotelID=13371655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=13371655&PinnedHotelID=13371655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 7 - Jan. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=13371655&PinnedHotelID=13371655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=13371655&PinnedHotelID=13371655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=13371655&PinnedHotelID=13371655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=13371655&PinnedHotelID=13371655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 16 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=13371655&PinnedHotelID=13371655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=13371655&PinnedHotelID=13371655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for King Bedded Room with Bath/Shower ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/e003852a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Bedded Room with Bath/Shower ### Highlights Fireplace Heating Connecting rooms available LCD TV Fan Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Queen Bedded Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/e003852a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Bedded Room ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available LCD TV Fan 2 bedrooms Bathrobes Rainfall showerhead Designer toiletries - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for King Bedded Room with Shower ![King Bedded Room with Shower | Bathroom shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/94ee1462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Bedded Room with Shower ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available LCD TV Fan 2 bedrooms Bathrobes Rainfall showerhead Designer toiletries - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Poolside Double Room with Shower ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13371700/13371655/e003852a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Poolside Double Room with Shower ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available LCD TV Fan Separate bedroom Bathrobes Rainfall showerhead Designer toiletries - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Airport (CPT) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Stones - ‬13 min walk - ‪Hong Seafood Restaurant and Bar - ‬13 min walk - ‪Mamma Roma - ‬17 min walk - ‪Bootlegger Coffee Company - ‬14 min walk - ‪Newlands Brewery - ‬15 min walk ## About this property ### Reading House Upscale guesthouse located in Claremont Consider a stay at Reading House and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a snack bar/deli. You'll also find perks like: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers, and concierge services - Barbecue grills, outdoor furniture, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Reading House boast comforts such as bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - 24-hour pool access - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - Built in 1948 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 private bathrooms - Bathrobes - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Connecting rooms available - Fan - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 8 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 400 per vehicle (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 24-hour pool access Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation Alcohol is not served at this property ### National rating Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization. ### Property is also known as Reading House Hotel Newlands Reading House Newlands Reading House Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa Reading House Cape Town Reading Cape Town Reading House B&B Cape Town Reading House Guesthouse Cape Town Reading House Guesthouse Reading House Cape Town Reading House Guesthouse Reading House Guesthouse Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Reading House have a pool? ### Is Reading House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Reading House? ### What time is check-out at Reading House? ### Does Reading House provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Reading House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Reading House Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### David Dec 20, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Home was nice. Location a little far from sites. Staff was friendly and helpful. Property was deserted most of the time. ##### David Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen May 11, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location. Delicious breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff. ##### Stephen ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine Apr 28, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect in every way Friendly staff, very comfortable bed with lovely crisp linen, lovely location. This, topped with an outstanding breakfast, make this place a winner ##### Catherine ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Sep 1, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Person minding the guest house was not present for check in despite having been told what time we would arrive and that time being within their check in window. We waited for close to an hour to get in. She was very sweet and obliging but we barely ever saw her after checking in. No help in terms of advice for our stay in Cape Town etc. Very comfortable accommodation though. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### local and Mar 12, 2020 Liked: Staff & service ##### local and Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Canmore](https://www.expedia.ca/Canmore-Hotels.d10131.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Sea Point](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Sea-Point.h533915.Hotel-Information) > > [The Portswood Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Portswood-VA-Waterfront.h526896.Hotel-Information) > > [Secrets Puerto Los Cabos - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Cabos-Hotels-Secrets-Puerto-Los-Cabos-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h6231689.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Bay-Hotel.h18132.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-RED-Hotel-VA-Waterfront-Cape-Town.h18644202.Hotel-Information) > > [Oude Werf Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Oude-Werf-Hotel.h2720474.Hotel-Information) > > [The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Twelve-Apostles-Hotel-And-Spa.h548889.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-SunSquare-Cape-Town-City-Bowl.h19918386.Hotel-Information) > > [President Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-President-Hotel.h526107.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Huntsville](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels.d6057908.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront.h29305328.Hotel-Information) > > [Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront-Breakwater-Lodge.h663635.Hotel-Information) > > [Bisha, a Luxury Collection Hotel Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Bisha-Hotel-Toronto.h18669075.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Cape-Town-Foreshore.h4623642.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in St. John's](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Johns-Hotels.d181832.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [One&Only Cape Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-OneOnly-Cape-Town.h2442736.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Mount-Nelson.h19437.Hotel-Information) > > [The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Onyx-Apartment-Hotel.h28825118.Hotel-Information) > > [The Commodore Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Commodore-Hotel.h83744.Hotel-Information) > > [Southern Sun The Cullinan](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Southern-Sun-The-Cullinan.h118030.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Dorval (YUL) to New Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/del/montreal-to-delhi) > > [Flair Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flair-Airlines-Flights.cF8.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from New Delhi (DEL) to Mississauga (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/yyz/delhi-to-toronto) ### Packages