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About the Hotel

5 Annex Rd, Cape Town, South Africa, 7405

“The lodge's location offered easy access to local attractions.”view full review

Annex Lodge & Spa, a 3-star Cape Town hotel, features a garden, shared lounge, and terrace, with free private parking available for guests. The property is notable for its proximity to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, situated 11 km away.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room at Annex Lodge & Spa includes a flat-screen TV, private entrance, and bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and bidet. Family rooms offer additional amenities such as a safe deposit box and flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Dining & Nearby Options

Nearby dining options include various restaurants within a short distance. Local attractions such as Silver Sands Casino, just 0.5 km away, and Hope Distillery, located 2.5 km from the property, provide guests with entertainment choices.

Services & Local Area

Public transport is accessible with Koeberg Road Station and Maitland Station located about 11 and 12 minutes on foot, respectively. Guests can also utilize bus services, with the nearest bus stop just a minute's walk away.

Transportation & Attractions

Annex Lodge & Spa is situated 15 km from Cape Town International Airport, with convenient access for travelers. Rondebosch Common and the University of Cape Town are both within a 3 km radius, allowing easy exploration of local attractions.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Private Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Mountain view

Shower

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Family Room Private Bathroom

Max:

4 persons

435 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Garden view

Shower

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Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

380 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

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Price and Room Availability

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Cape Town 3.7 mi

Airports

Cape Town International (CPT) 8.7 mi

Train

Observatory Railway Station 1.0 mi

Salt River Railway Station 1.2 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Barber shop
Vending machines
Fireplace
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Shared kitchen

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

5 Annex Rd, Cape Town, South Africa, 7405

Map view

5 Annex Rd, Cape Town, South Africa, 7405

City landmarks

Market

The Old Biscuit Mill

1.5 mi

Museum

Cape Town Science Centre

1.3 mi

Casino

GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World

3.7 mi

Museum

Heart of Cape Town Museum

1.5 mi

Monument

Rhodes Memorial

2.2 mi

Landmark

Silver Sands Casino

2600 ft

Landmark

Rondebosch Common

1.8 mi

Golf Course

Mowbray Golf Club

1.4 mi

Golf Course

River Club

3400 ft

Museum

Irma Stern Museum

1.8 mi

Landmark

AFDA, The South African School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance

5000 ft

Farm

Oude Molen Eco Village

3900 ft

Landmark

Two Rivers Urban Park

3800 ft

Museum

South African Air Force Museum

1.3 mi

Landmark

St John's Cath. Church

4500 ft

Landmark

Hope on Hopkins

1.5 mi

Landmark

City Rock

5000 ft

Landmark

Streetwires

1.5 mi

Landmark

Wola Nani

5200 ft

Landmark

Pinelands Dutch Reformed Church

5300 ft

Castle

Castle of Good Hope

3.3 mi

Landmark

St Stephen's Anglican Church

1.0 mi

Landmark

St Michael and All Angels

1.0 mi

Church

St Stephens Church

1.0 mi

Market

The Neighbourgoods Market

1.6 mi

Landmark

Observatory War Memorial

1.0 mi

Theatre

Magnet Theatre

1.0 mi

Landmark

Southern Africa Large Telescope

2.1 mi

Landmark

The River Club Observatory

2.4 mi

Public Building

South African Astronomical Observatory

2.2 mi

Nearby

Public Building

South African Astronomical Observatory

1400 ft

Restaurants

SchwarzBrotGold German Breadhouse

2300 ft

Koeberg/Kildare Rds Milnerton

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

64%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

5.0

Location

5.0

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Christian

United Kingdom, March 2025

7.0/10

I found the Annex Lodge & Spa to be quite disappointing overall. While the staff were friendly and helpful, the room I stayed in was small and uncomfortable, with issues like an unreliable shower and basic amenities missing. The location was decent, but the lack of upkeep made it hard to feel at ease during my stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room was extremely small and quite hot. I could feel the wires on the bed, which made it uncomfortable. It certainly was not what I expected based on the price.

Service

5.0

The staff were friendly and attended to my needs timeously, but I felt uneasy about the need to change accommodations during my stay.

Location

5.0

The location was perfect for where I needed to be, which was a definite plus for my stay.

Dining

5.0

I didn't experience much in terms of dining. There was an option for cooked eggs, but that's about it.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were lacking. There was no electric kettle in the room, and the communal iron was unreliable. Additionally, the communal spaces could use a makeover.

Naomi

United Kingdom, March 2025

7.0/10

My stay at Annex Lodge & Spa had a few bright spots, particularly the friendly service. but ultimately, the overall experience was disappointing. The room I was given was small and lacked proper amenities, which affected my comfort. While the location was convenient, the uncleanliness and aesthetic issues made it hard to enjoy my time there.

Rooms

5.0

The room was extremely small and did not have a window, making it feel quite cramped. while it was clean, it was also very basic and hot.

Service

5.0

The staff members were friendly and supportive, particularly Billy, who attended to our needs timeously. it's just unfortunate that the service couldn't offset other issues.

Location

5.0

The location was perfect for where I needed to be, which was a definite advantage during my stay.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

While there were several facilities like room service and a shuttle service, they didn't quite make up for the overall lack of comfort in the lodge.

Grayson

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.0/10

My stay at Annex Lodge & Spa was a mixed experience. While the staff were friendly and accommodating, the accommodations left a lot to be desired. The location was convenient for my needs but the overall condition of the lodge fell below my expectations.

Rooms

5.0

The room was clean but very basic, and it clearly needs renovation. The bathroom was in bad shape, and the size of the room was quite small (I felt a bit cramped).

Service

5.0

The service was generally kind and attentive. Billy, in particular, was beyond friendly and supportive during my stay. However, I faced issues when I was asked for more money upon my arrival for the room I booked.

Location

5.0

The location was perfect for my needs, making it easy to get around Cape Town. I appreciated being close to where I had to be for work.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, but I enjoyed the muffins available. It was nice to have a quick snack during my stay.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were basic, with limited options like room service and shuttle services. I noted some safety issues, and there was no electric kettle in my room, which I missed.

Juliet

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at Annex Lodge & Spa in Cape Town. The location was perfect for my needs, but the rooms definitely need an upgrade. The service was friendly, though it felt like the staff lacked some proper hospitality training.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were small and uncomfortable. I felt the wires on the bed and the overall decor was outdated. My shower leaked into the main room and the bathroom wasn't very hygienic.

Service

5.0

The staff was really kind and supportive, especially a gentleman named Billy who attended to our needs promptly. However, they seemed to lack formal hospitality training.

Location

5.0

The location was absolutely spot on for where I needed to be, making it super convenient.

Dining

5.0

I didn't really experience the dining options much, but I did hear about indulgent pastries that sounded tempting.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were lacking; there were no electric kettles in the rooms, and it felt like they needed more basic amenities. I did appreciate the available room service and shuttles, though.

Emma

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.8/10

My stay at Annex Lodge & Spa was a mixed experience. While I appreciated the friendly service and the location's convenience, the accommodations left much to be desired. The rooms were uncomfortable, and the overall hygiene standards were not up to par. 😕

Rooms

5.0

The room was small and uncomfortable, with noticeable issues like wires poking through the bed and an unhygienic bathroom.

Service

5.0

The staff was friendly and supportive, always attending to our needs promptly.

Location

5.0

The location is perfect for being close to various attractions and my work, making it easy to get around.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited, with mostly freshly made sandwiches available.