Freeland Lodge is a historical house in Observatory, Cape Town. Guests will find a flexible design that can accommodate a range of needs. Freeland Lodge was designed for international students and other travellers that come to Cape Town for more than an average holiday or study experience. Domestic and international guests find the facilities and interactive focus ideal for their stay in the city. It has become a place to meet and have fun with people from all walks of life and experiences.

Freeland Lodge offers self-catering accommodation with two communal kitchens. It has nine large rooms, jacuzzi, braai/BBQ area, computers, wireless ADSL internet on a pay-as-you-go basis and laundry facilities. It is located in the vibrant neighbourhood of Observatory. The lodge is within a couple of blocks from grocery stores, restaurants, bars, pool hall, video store, doctor and pharmacy.

Observatory is a quaint Victorian styled suburb, rich in colour and diversity. It looks up on Table Mountain 's striking companion, Devil's Peak. Situated within 10 minutes drive of Cape Town city centre, Observatory provides the convenience of central location with the charm of the old Victorian architecture. Two prominent buildings dominate Observatory. One is the famous Groote Schuur Hospital where Dr Chris Barnard performed the world's first heart transplant. The other is the SA Astronomical Observatory for which the suburb is named.