Helpful Lodge – Family Hotel in Cape Town | From 21$/Night

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About the Hotel

47 New Church Street 47 New Church Street Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

“The location offers easy access to shopping and public transport!”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

Helpful Lodge offers double and family rooms with private bathrooms, free toiletries, and showers. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, and a tea/coffee maker. The double room has a barbecue, while the family room features a walk-in shower and two beds. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms.

Nearby Attractions

The lodge is in Cape Town's City Bowl, surrounded by Signal Hill, Lion's Head, Table Mountain, and Devil's Peak. It's 2.5 km from Milton Beach, 3 km from the Robben Island Ferry, and 4 km from the V & A Waterfront. Nearby landmarks include the South African Museum and Planetarium (0.5 km), Long Street (0.5 km), and Slave Lodge Museum (1.5 km).

Dining & Leisure

No onsite restaurants are listed, but the lodge is close to dining options like Lifestyle On Kloof. Nearby entertainment includes the Labia Theatre (0.5 km) and District Six Museum (1.5 km).

Transport & Access

Cape Town International Airport is 21 km away. The lodge is 0.4 miles from the city center and within walking distance of public transport routes for easy access to major attractions.

Services

The lodge provides free Wi-Fi and basic toiletries. No additional services like concierge, room service, or business facilities are mentioned.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Family Room Shower

Max:

4 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

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Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Deluxe Double Room Shower

Max:

2 persons

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Cape Town3000 ft

Airports

Cape Town International (CPT) 12.4 mi

Train

Woodstock Railway Station 2.1 mi

Salt River Railway Station 3.0 mi

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Spacious and Comfortable

“I stayed in the Beautiful Double Room, and I was delighted by how spacious and clean it was. The bed was comfortable, allowing for a peaceful night's sleep without disturbance.” view full review

Quiet Oasis

“What I loved most about my stay was how quiet the room was at night. It allowed me to relax fully and enjoy my evening, away from the bustling city noise.” view full review

Well-Maintained Facilities

“The bathroom in my room was well-maintained and functional. I appreciated having clean amenities, which made my stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

Relaxing Environment

“Even though I didn't use the media features much, the tranquil atmosphere in the lodge encouraged a relaxing evening where I could unwind and recharge after exploring.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
No parking
No pets allowed
Security

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

47 New Church Street 47 New Church Street Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

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47 New Church Street 47 New Church Street Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001

City landmarks

Museum

District Six Museum

4400 ft

Square

Greenmarket Square

4200 ft

Museum

Bo-Kaap Museum

4200 ft

Gallery

South African National Gallery

4400 ft

Store

Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village

3500 ft

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium

1.4 mi

Stadium

Cape Town Stadium

1.6 mi

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

1.5 mi

Museum

South African Jewish Museum

4400 ft

Museum

Slave Lodge Museum

4400 ft

Mountain

Signal Hill

1.6 mi

Square

Church Square

3300 ft

Museum

Koopmans-de Wet House

4200 ft

Landmark

Bree Street

4200 ft

Landmark

Noon Day Gun

3500 ft

Church

St George's Cathedral

2700 ft

Gallery

Rust en Vreugd

3100 ft

Library

National Library Of South Africa

4400 ft

Gallery

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

1.5 mi

Church

St Mary's Cathedral

2600 ft

Shopping Area

Gardens Shopping Centre

4400 ft

Mountain

Lion's Head

1.4 mi

Museum

Great Synagogue

2100 ft

Mosque

Auwal Mosque

2200 ft

Park

De Waal Park

1.2 mi

Convention Centre

Cape Town International Convention Centre

1.5 mi

Museum

Cape Town Holocaust Centre

4400 ft

Nearby

Planetarium

Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium

1900 ft

Theatre

Labia Theatre

1900 ft

Gallery

Christopher Moller Art Gallery

1900 ft

Restaurants

vida e caffe

3000 ft

34 Kloof Street Shop 1

Crust Cafe

800 ft

243 Buitensingel St

NY Slice Pizza

1300 ft

210 Long Street

Love Pizza at Blah Blah Bar

1600 ft

84 Kloof Stree

Myog Frozen Yogurt

1400 ft

50 Kloof Street Lifestyle center

Bollywood Cafe

2200 ft

217 Long Street

Food Inn

2600 ft

156 Long Street

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Helpful Lodge – A Favorite for Families in Cape Town

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Nearby Attractions

Dining & Leisure

Transport & Access

Services

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Location

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