Complete Guide for Medical Staff Relocating to Tygerberg Hospital
Relocating to Tygerberg Hospital for a locum position, registrar training, or permanent role? This complete guide covers everything you need to know about finding accommodation, transport, and settling into Bellville.
Why Medical Professionals Choose Bellville South
💡 Insider Tip:
Most locum doctors and medical staff stay in Bellville South or nearby areas rather than Cape Town CBD. It's 8km closer to the hospital, significantly cheaper, and has better parking.
Accommodation Options Near Tygerberg
🏨 Short-Term (1-3 months)
- Guesthouses: R500-800/night (R13,500-18,000/month)
- Airbnb: R600-1,200/night (often more expensive)
- Hospital guesthouses: Limited availability, book early
🏠 Long-Term (3+ months)
- 1-bedroom flat: R6,000-9,000/month + utilities
- Shared house: R4,000-6,000/month + utilities
- Guesthouse monthly rate: R13,500-16,000 (all inclusive)
Getting to Tygerberg Hospital
Tygerberg Hospital is located in Parow, about 8-12km from most Bellville South accommodation. Here are your transport options:
🚗 Driving (Recommended)
- • 10-15 minute drive from Bellville South
- • Free parking available at hospital
- • Secure parking at 60 on Kosmos overnight
- • Safest option for night shifts
🚕 Uber/Bolt
- • R50-80 one way (R100-160/day)
- • R2,000-3,200/month for daily commute
- • Available 24/7 for night shifts
- • Share rides with other medical staff
🚌 Public Transport
- • MyCiTi bus: Closest route from Bellville
- • Golden Arrow buses available
- • Not recommended for night shifts
Monthly Living Costs Breakdown
| Accommodation (guesthouse) | R13,500 - R16,000 |
| Transport (Uber daily) | R2,500 - R3,500 |
| Groceries | R3,000 - R4,000 |
| Takeaways/Eating Out | R2,000 - R3,000 |
| Miscellaneous | R1,000 - R2,000 |
| Total Monthly Cost | R22,000 - R28,500 |
Essential Services Near Bellville South
🛒 Groceries & Shopping
- • SPAR Kasselsvlei (2km)
- • Pick n Pay Hypermarket (5km)
- • Checkers (6km)
- • Bellville Mall (7km)
🏥 Medical Services
- • Bellville Mediclinic (6km)
- • Various GP practices nearby
- • 24-hour pharmacies available
- • Dental practices in Bellville
🏋️ Fitness & Wellness
- • Virgin Active (multiple locations)
- • Planet Fitness
- • Various yoga studios
- • Outdoor running routes
🍽️ Restaurants & Takeaways
- • Multiple restaurants in Bellville
- • Fast food chains nearby
- • Uber Eats available
- • Cafés with WiFi for study
Tips from Medical Staff at Tygerberg
Dr. Sarah K., Locum GP: "I stayed at a guesthouse in Bellville South for 3 months. Way cheaper than hotels and I had my own space. The 10-minute drive to Tygerberg was easy, even for night shifts."
Nurse Thando M., ICU: "Book accommodation BEFORE you arrive. Cape Town fills up fast, especially during summer. I use WhatsApp to book directly with guesthouses—it's easier and cheaper."
Dr. James L., Registrar: "Don't stay in Cape Town CBD if you're working at Tygerberg. The commute is brutal and expensive. Bellville is close, safe, and practical."
Safety & Security
Bellville South is a generally safe residential area, but standard Cape Town safety precautions apply:
- Choose accommodation with secure parking and CCTV
- Use Uber/Bolt for night shifts rather than walking
- Lock doors and windows, especially at night
- Be aware of surroundings when withdrawing cash
- Join local medical staff WhatsApp groups for safety updates
Booking Your Accommodation
When booking accommodation near Tygerberg Hospital, look for these features:
✅ Must-Haves
- • Secure parking
- • Fast WiFi
- • 24/7 access (for shifts)
- • Private bathroom
- • Within 15km of hospital
👍 Nice-to-Haves
- • Bar fridge in room
- • Kitchen access
- • Laundry facilities
- • Workspace/desk
- • Quiet environment
Ready to Book Your Tygerberg Accommodation?
60 on Kosmos is just 8km from Tygerberg Hospital. Secure parking, fast WiFi, and flexible terms for medical professionals.