Marlinspike Guest Lodge Cape Town

General Information

Marlinspike Guest Lodge is well positioned for your Cape Town vacation. Located in Hout Bay, it's out of the busy town district with unobstructed vistas of the sea and the un-populated hills. Recline and appreciate the rustic open space knowing you only a short ride to the very heart of Cape Town. In Hout Bay itself there is a lot to do. Take a visit to Duiker Island to feel the seals and panorama the countryside from the sea, or stay the notable World of Birds which brags a wide range of local and exotic species. Hout Bay features a wealthy heritage as an outpost for the defense of the Cape and there are several antique cannons. Whether you would prefer to hike the hills, there are numerous choices just speak to Paul and he'll point you in the right direction. Being only twenty five minutes drive from the midst of Cape Town, Table Mountain and The Waterfront are not far from. We are also half way to Cape Point and you are able to admire the pretty drive along the noted Chapmans Peak drive to reach Cape Point and in addition round the peninsula to stay Boulders coast and the penguins. We also recommend that you stop off in Kalk gulf and stay the ancient butiques and restaurants in the region. On your return, you are able to stay one of the a lot of wine farms in the Constantia district and possibly try one of the champion restaurants on the farms before coming back for a well deserved drink in our pub. You may also select to take your drink and admire the evening on the terrace overlooking the lights of the city of Hout Bay and the haven.

Transportation

The Airport to Hout Bay. When you leave the Airport, take the N2 to Cape Town. As you approach Cape Town take (about 10 min from the airport), take the M3 (Muizenberg) off ramp. This will take you past the University of Cape Town. Turn directly at the 1st traffic lights into Rhodes Drive. Pass Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens on your right, and at the T fusion, where you have the right of way, turn right. Visit on this highway till you reach the circle on the upper of Constantia Neck. Take the 2nd left off the circle and this will take you into Hout Bay. Hout Bay to MarlinspikeAt the 2nd traffic Circle in Hout Bay, turn right into Princess Street, and proceed over the bridge to a 2nd Circle where you turn left into Victoria Avenue towards the haven. Pass Mariner's Wharf on your left. Continue 600m and you'll discover a paved highway on your right and you'll see the 1st of five Marlinspike Lodge direction signs. Take this highway (up a steep hill)At the 1st T blend, turn right into Karbonkel Road. Take the 2nd right into Bay View Road, (first highway right after the community centre) and then the 1st right, into Marlin Crescent. Proceed approximately 200m and you'll find Marlinspike Lodge, an orange building building on the bend, on the left, opposite an ample church.