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Alba House is located in the center of the Cape Winelands, in the historic town of Paarl. It features an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a lush garden and panoramic views of the Klein Drakestein Mountains. Rooms at Alba House are spacious and feature private patios with views of the area. Each unit has a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is also available in the entire property. A complimentary breakfast is served every day at Alba’s. Paarl also offers a selection of restaurants with local and international delicacies. Paarl’s town center is 3.1 mi away and the nearest railway station is just 1.6 mi away. Cape Town International Airport is a 45-minute drive away and a shuttle service is provided upon request.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 queen bed
or
1 king bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.1
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  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super host Ivana and her top class staff, brilliant breakfast with home produced preserves. Perfect location for our purposes.
  • Harry
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was great - variety on offer each day. Location was excellent - in terms of Paarl itself AND the surrounding winelands area. Highly recommended !
  • Gerald
    Namibia Namibia
    Great guesthouse, nice rooms, beautiful garden, stunning swimming pool. Ivana, the host, is so friendly and caring.

Hosted by Ivana Decker

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Ivana Decker
Dear guest You have a unique opportunity to book your stay in a stunning property on the slopes of Paarl mountain. Offering amazing view of the Paarl valley towards Klein Drakensberg mountains and beyond. Easily accessible from N1 motorway, 45 minutes from the airport. Cape town 40 minutes drive. We are in the Paarl Winelands area, part of the famous wine making trio-Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl. Large private, mature garden, full of shady areas and flowers. Salt water swimming pool, comfortable loungers to relax in. Bookings can be made in 4 double rooms, all ensuite, own entrance with patio private sitting. There is a guest lounge with fantastic view over the garden towards the valley and mountains. Free secure parking, free WIFI. Bar fridges and coffee making facilities and TVs in the rooms, no DSTV. Full breakfast is served in the dining room or on terrace outside. Fresh fruit, yogurts, juices, cheeses, cold meats, cereals. Choice of hot dishes. Paarl has history going back to the first settlers in the Cape area. It is nestled in a deep valley surrounded by mountains. Wine making tradition, the terroir perfectly suited to especially red wine varieties, some first grown in South Africa in Paarl - Pinotage. We are close to many world famous wineries, to name a few: Fairview, Spice Route, Avondale, Simonsvlei, Bacco, KWV, Babylonstoren, Laborie. Paarl has excellent choice of fantastic restaurants, it is a popular wedding venue. Paarl Mountain Nature Reservation behind the property, nature walks and drives. Two world standard golf courses, Paarl Boschenmeer, 27 holes, good facilities, driving range with pro. The spacious club house offers half way house a good restaurant and bar. Excellent changing facilities. Pro shop. Pearl Valley signature golf course with amazing views towards Paarl and Simonsberg mountain. Upmarket club house, bar and restaurant, as well as good changing facilities. The Pro shop is excellent.
Our guests can be assured of a warm welcome by the team, we assist you with you choice of daily activities, restaurants, lunch time venues. We can suggest varied activities in Paarl and surrounding area. The surrounding mountains offer exciting activities for drives, walking, cycling. You can visit Laborie wine farm in 8 minutes walk from here. It offers wine tasting, 2 very good restaurants, coffee shop with cocktail bar and lovely view of the Paarl Mountain. Paarl Main road boasts many stunning historical buildings, museums, churches , restaurants and shops. There are several shopping malls, sporting facilities. We suggest visiting local wine farms not only offering wine tasting, but lovely food, gardens and surroundings. Some of the local farms go back to 1680's. Cape town can be easily reached from here, for all the tourist attractions it offers. Franschhoek and Stellenbosch 20 minutes drive. We welcome all and look forward to your visit. Come as a guest and leave as a friend.
Quiet upmarket area on the slopes of Paarl Mountain. Walks from the property through the forest to Afrikaans Language Monument and Paarl Nature Reservation. with second largest boulder in the world. Relatively easy climb to the top opens views over Paarl Valley and towards Table Mountain. 50 sq. km of pure nature to enjoy. Paarl is close to Franschhoek. Only 20 minutes drive. The wine tram will take you from there to many farms. Farm market on Saturday and Sunday. Many shops and restaurants. Many fantastic lunch and dinner venues in the valley and town. Laborie farm and restaurant walking distance from Alba House. Excellent Avondale FABER farm restaurant offers great dishes and wine all organically grown on the farm. Free range and low carbon producers. Pioneers of organic and biodynamic wines. Historical Paarl Main Road with various architectural gems built over the last 4 centuries. We will help you plan your beautiful days in the centre of the Cape Winelands.
Languages spoken: Czech,English

Area info

Amenities of Alba House Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Adults only
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Executive lounge access
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Car rental
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • Czech
    • English

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 12 are welcome.

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    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please let Alba Guest House know your expected arrival time in advance, especially if outside check in times. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property.

    Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    FAQs about Alba House Guest House

    • Room options at Alba House Guest House include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Alba House Guest House is 2.5 miles from the center of Paarl. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Alba House Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Buffet

    • Check-in at Alba House Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

    • The prices at Alba House Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Alba House Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Bicycle rental
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Horseback riding
      • Walking tours
      • Swimming pool
      • Bike tours