Title: Wessels House Observatory Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Wessels House Observatory Holiday home in Cape Town with free parking ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18465300/18465258/0a902e82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family House, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18465300/18465258/8dc657c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family House, 3 Bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18465300/18465258/3ce3e8ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18465300/18465258/e174fd57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18465300/18465258/3d3d3c92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Wessels House Observatory provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. 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[Visit our Cape Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town.dx6046820) [View more Holiday homes in Cape Town](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6046820-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.93415%2C18.46692&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XKWn5DwC4w3Ri0ZUYDcqFIMqKy8=) 263 Lower Main Road, Observatory, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7925 ### What's nearby - Groote Schuur Hospital - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - University of Cape Town - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - Long Street - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles - Cape Town International Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles - Cape Town Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles ### Getting around - Observatory Station - 9 min walk - Cape Town Station - 13 min drive - Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Reverie Social Dining - ‬4 min walk - ‪Kauai (Observatory) - ‬9 min walk - ‪Vida E Caffè (Obs) - ‬8 min walk - ‪Stones - ‬6 min walk - ‪Pahari - ‬10 min walk ## About this property ### Wessels House Observatory Upscale holiday home near Cape Town International Convention Centre Wessels House Observatory provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Airport pick-up service (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and smoke-free property - Barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Wessels House Observatory have amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - Microwaves, ovens and stovetops ## Similar properties ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103710000/103702200/103702166/a57e962d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### One Thibault Residence By Itc Hospitality Cape Town City Centre - Gym - Parking available - Laundry 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=103702166&PinnedHotelID=103702166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM Late check-in fee for check-in between 6 PM and 10 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fee: ZAR 750 per accommodation, per stay. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per vehicle - Late check-in fee for check-in between 6 PM and 10 PM The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 credit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Wessels House Observatory Cape Town Wessels Observatory Cape Town Wessels Observatory Wessels House Observatory Cape Town Wessels House Observatory Private vacation home Wessels House Observatory Private vacation home Cape Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Wessels House Observatory pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Wessels House Observatory? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Wessels House Observatory? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available from 6 PM to 10 PM for a fee. ### What time is check-out at Wessels House Observatory? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Does Wessels House Observatory provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 350 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Wessels House Observatory located? > Located in Observatory, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Groote Schuur Hospital, Table Mountain National Park and Old Biscuit Mill. University of Cape Town and District 6 are also within 2 miles (3 km). Observatory Station is 9 minutes by foot and Salt River Station is 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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