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About this property
Set in Hout Bay, Poseidon Guest House offers accommodation with elevated views of the harbour and bay. This guesthouse has an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi. Each of the rooms at Poseidon offers harbour and mountain views, and most rooms have a balcony. They are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and tea-and-coffee-making facilities, and each room has a private bathroom. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Poseidon Guest House, with dinner available on request. There are a number of activities available in the close vicinity, including surfing, horse riding, hiking and diving. The Bay Harbour Market is 1 km from Poseidon Guest House, while the Chapman's Peak Drive is 4 km from the property. Cape Town International Airport is 35 km from Poseidon.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- BBQ facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Charmaine
South Africa
“Our stay at Poseidon Guesthouse was really a wonderfull experience! The hosts Danie & Janni are amazing and their attention to detail and customer satisfaction are really great! We will definitely visist Poseidon Guesthouse again. The breakfast...” - Paul
South Africa
“Our hosts were amazing. Very friendly and accommodating. No request was too much effort. Breakfast times were flexible on request. We also loved their dogs! Added bonus was a free room upgrade due to availability!” - Michael
Germany
“Danie and Jani, our hosts, were very friendly and informative. We had some very interesting conversations with them. The view from the yard to the bay is truly one of a kind!” - David
United Arab Emirates
“Stunning views of Hout Bay. A very warm and welcoming environment has been created at Poseidon thanks to the wonderful hosts. More than just a night's accommodation.” - Honeybzzz
Thailand
“Literally exceptional in every sense. The place is nice and lovely and got a beautiful panoramic view with amazing hosts who are very informative and good chef :) Homemade breakfast is so perfect to start the day. We had a good time. I really...” - Robin
France
“The view over the bay is exceptional and the interior design of the house is very tasteful and soulful. Janni and Dani were excellent hosts, cooks and guides. Don't hesitate to ask for travel tips. Last but not least there were the best dogs, if...” - Gary
South Africa
“Excellent view and hosts very friendly and accommodating. Felt very safe and secure.” - Du
South Africa
“The View was Amazing. I felt Safe.. the Breakfast was Amazing. I could not complain about anything... Danie and Janie was so accomodating and were amazing Hosts.” - Victoria
United Kingdom
“Amazing views over the water and mountains. Lovely hosts and a delicious breakfast - especially the mushrooms. Bed was one of best I’ve slept in - fantastic quality bedding.” - Adele
South Africa
“Beautiful views! Friendly service! Loved our stay there 😁”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.