NH The Lord Charles Somerset West

NH The Lord Charles

Hotel NH The Lord Charles 4 class

Somerset West, Cnr of Stellenbosch & Faure Street

[ Show map ]

NH The Lord Charles is a mere 30 minutes from Cape Town International Airport, nestled amidst the natural beauty of the Cape Winelands.

A hotel that is renowned for its friendly service and stylish attention to detail, guests soon realise that nothing is too much trouble. The hotel offers a private helipad and a full helicopter service operates to the Mother City and surrounding areas. Regular shuttles also operate from the hotel to the popular shopping centres and entertainment areas in and around Cape Town.

NH The Lord Charles has simply combined an international, cosmopolitan style, with a local flair and warmth making it a comfortable home-away-from-home from which guests can discover and enjoy their business or leisure activities. NH The Lord Charles prides itself on its comfort, elegance and welcoming hospitality, ensuring an intimate hotel experience for all visitors.

Rooms: 198
Rate: 1190 - 2190 ZAR
Hotel chain: NH Hoteles


Hotel information

Local attractions include the scenic wine routes through the historic towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl, and lazy days on breathtaking beaches in False Bay, only a few minutes from the hotel. Hot air ballooning, whale watching, deep sea diving, sailing and windsurfing are available nearby, as are several world-famous golf courses.

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking , Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Garden, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Free Parking, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly
Activities:   Tennis Court, Fitness Centre, Golf Course (within 3 km), Massage, Darts, Jacuzzi, Horse Riding, Squash, Outdoor Swimming Pool
Services:   Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Airport Shuttle, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Currency Exchange, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Bicycle Rental, Shoe Shine, Car Rental, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN

Room information

Awake to the tranquil sounds of the countryside and the unique sight of ducks waddling past your window.

By providing an outstanding environment, guests can feel at ease. First class service, personal attention, attentive hospitality and unexpected comforts are offered in a relaxed atmosphere.

Our property boasts 198 luxurious, air conditioned bedrooms. A large number of rooms have their own private terrace, leading out onto our splendid 9-hectare estate. All rooms have a magnificent view of the manicured gardens, the majestic Helderberg Mountains, or a panoramic sea view over False Bay.

Food & beverage

La Vigna is a stylish restaurant, renovated along minimalist lines, which serves à la carte lunch and dinner. The adjacent wine cellar, stocked with award-winning wines, can be used as a private dining room or a meeting room for up to 14 guests. A light snack menu, lunch and dinner are served here.

The Garden Terrace offers the comfort and grace of a relaxed, uncluttered, airy dining room, where breakfast, Sunday lunch and dinner are served.
The live action stations of the show kitchen have become a focal point in this restaurant. Get creative and design your own hot breakfast, or ask the chefs to turn your dinner into a taste-and-flavour tour from around the world.

St Andrews 19th Hole, fashioned on its renowned Scottish namesake, is a pub with warm and inviting ambience. The new extension includes a dart board and a pool table.

High Tea is served every afternoon. During the winter months, a blazing fire warms the room. This lends itself to quiet, cosy afternoons with friends and loved ones, enjoying a coffee, or champagne and orange juice.

Area information

The hotel is well positioned to enjoy the city highlights, such as shopping malls, cinemas, the theatre and a host of word-class restaurants. Not far from the Cape’s famed Winelands, you can enjoy languorous afternoons visiting the Stellenbosch, Paarl or Franschhoek wine routes.

The more adventurous will revel in the region’s more exhilarating sports such as hot air ballooning, golf, deep-sea diving, seasonal whale watching, sailing, hiking, mountain biking, horse-riding and jogging.

Travel information

By Car
From the N1:
- Take the R300 and get off onto the N2.
- Take the motorway in the Somerset West direction.
- Turn off at exit 43 onto R44 (Broadway Blvd).
- At the traffic lights, turn left (on the bridge).
- At the 2nd traffic lights, turn left. The hotel is on the right.

Ample secure parking is available.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   14:00-00:00
Check Out:   07:00-11:00
Cancellation policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All children from 4 to 11 years are charged ZAR 210.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: 100 percent of the first night will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and charges are applicable.

Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.
Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Diners Club, Euro/Mastercard, Visa