Alba House Guest House
16 Lille Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Beautiful setting, attentive host”
“Very friendly host who enjoyed some Thai food with us 😁 Will stay there anytime…”
“Breakfast was excellent and varied every morning”
“Super host Ivana and her top class staff, brilliant breakfast with home produced…”
“Quiet location”
“The guesthouse location is perfect : in very leafy , quiet area of Paarl , but c…”
“Great guesthouse, nice rooms, beautiful garden, stunning swimming pool”
“Greeted by a lovely host, made us feel very comfortable”
“The property was very comfortable and we also enjoyed the pool”
“Beautiful location, lovely property and good sized,well kept pool”
“Spotlessly clean, beautiful views of the mountain range”
Overview
Alba House is located in the centre 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 centre is 5 km away and the nearest railway station is just 2.5 km away. Cape Town International Airport is a 45-minute drive away and a shuttle service is provided upon request.
Traveller reviews
Abimbola
family_with_children
January 16, 2025
“Very nice!”
Quiet location. Ivana made us feel welcome. Suitable for our need as we were attending a wedding not far from from Guest House.
Matthew
couple
December 16, 2024
“Located in a beautiful setting it’s a short distance from some amazing wine farms.”
Beautiful setting, attentive host
Karen
solo_traveller
October 28, 2024
“Ivana is a wonderful host , the guest house is a perfect choice for visiting Paarl”
The guesthouse location is perfect : in very leafy , quiet area of Paarl , but close to major roads and conveniently close to town centre and historical attractions . Breakfast was excellent and varied every morning
Gerhard Kruger
extended_group
May 5, 2024
“Wonderful thanks”
Very friendly host who enjoyed some Thai food with us 😁 Will stay there anytime again when in the area.
David Clegg
couple
April 12, 2024
“Top class homely property close to Paarl”
Super host Ivana and her top class staff, brilliant breakfast with home produced preserves. Perfect location for our purposes.
Harry
couple
April 1, 2024
“Definitely worth a revisit for us !”
Breakfast was great - variety on offer each day. Location was excellent - in terms of Paarl itself AND the surrounding winelands area. Highly recommended !
Gerald
family_with_children
March 20, 2024
Great guesthouse, nice rooms, beautiful garden, stunning swimming pool. Ivana, the host, is so friendly and caring.
Susan
couple
March 10, 2024
Greeted by a lovely host, made us feel very comfortable. Spotlessly clean, beautiful views of the mountain range. Very close to lots of attractions, and to the town.
Siegfried
family_with_children
February 19, 2024
“Whatever your plans are, forget them and follow Ivana‘s recommendations!”
Siegfried
family_with_children
February 19, 2024
“Whatever your plans are, forget them and follow Ivana‘s recommendations!”
Siegfried
family_with_children
February 19, 2024
“Whatever your plans are, forget them and follow Ivana‘s recommendations!”
Elizabeth
couple
February 12, 2024
The property was very comfortable and we also enjoyed the pool. Ivana was very welcoming and looked after us very well.
Julie
couple
February 8, 2024
“Wonderful”
Beautiful location, very relaxed and chilled vibe. Hostess Ivana was so lovely and helpful.
EYVAL
couple
February 2, 2024
Beautiful guest house very attentive host love Alba House
John
couple
January 30, 2024
“Lovely hostess who made us feel very welcome.”
Beautiful location, lovely property and good sized,well kept pool. In a very pleasant residential area with a few good restaurants nearby. Great breakfast, interesting and amazing host. Access to main lounge where there was wi fi.
peter
couple
January 25, 2024
“Great stay - to recommend!”
Great stay with lovely landlady Ivana, who took good care of us Spacious room, big poolarea, and great breakfast
Vanita
extended_group
December 26, 2023
“Welcoming and friendly”
Beautiful pool . Interesting area to explore and very convenient to some good restaurants.
Iole
family_with_children
December 16, 2023
“Excellent. Lovely host, beautiful rooms and view. Attention to detail. Will be back”
Breakfast was excellent and lovely to be able to sit outside
Judi
couple
November 15, 2023
Great staff, great breakfast , perfect spot to stay for wedding events.
Katharine
couple
October 22, 2023
Perfect in every way. Large room with ensuite, comfiest bed ever, stunning views of mountain, garden and pool. Host Ivana and her colleagues are warm, friendly and professional, clearly very experienced in hospitality. Alba is everything you could hope for and more. Excellent breakfasts, peaceful location, secure parking, great restaurants a short drive away, perfect for a comfortable stay.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request)
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Adult only, Safety deposit box, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Pool/beach towels, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Shuttle service, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk, Car hire, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Luggage storage, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Double Room
This spacious room features a private patio with a seating area and panoramic views of the garden and the mountains. It also has air conditioning, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV.
Double Room
This spacious room is the largest in the house. It features a private furnished patio offering panoramic views of the garden and the mountains. It also has a flat-screen satellite TV, pool towels and a bathroom with separate bath and shower, bathrobes and free toiletries.
Twin/Double Room
This air-conditioned room has an en suite shower and a private outside patio accessed by own private entrance. It offers a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a wall safe and tea-and-coffee making facilities. It also includes bathrobes and pool towels.
Twin/Double Room
This spacious and air-conditioned room features a furnished private patio. It has a minibar and a flat-screen TV with digital channels. The bathroom includes a separate shower, a large bath, bathrobes and pool towels.
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