Reviews of Cape Nelson Guest House 4 stars
18 Mount Nelson Road, Sea Point, 8005 Cape Town, South Africa
#52 of 446 B&Bs and Inns in Cape Town
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 89 hotel reviews
9.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.7
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Comfort
9.5
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Location
9.5
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Facilities
9.4
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
9.5
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Free WiFi
9.3
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Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Riana
South Africa2 reviews10“Excellent!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
Room. breakfast, friendlyness of owner, location. Really lovely stay. Very clean. Happy with everything!!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Laurie
United States10 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was wonderful
Welda was so kind to us and made us feel so welcome. She cooked us breakfast which was just like home. Room was very comfortable. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Beth
South Africa2 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The only thing we could give constructive criticism on, which is only small, we would have liked a little more milk in the room so we could make more than a cup of coffee each.
Really appreciated the room having a fan & aircon. It is in a nice area with restaurants within walking distance. The room had its own little outdoor sitting area, which was lovely.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Winnie
South Africa2 reviews10“Excellent service 👏”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing really
The privacy
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Lorraine
United Kingdom3 reviews8.0“Welda was a wonderful warm host - gave us a fabulous welcome. We felt ver well looked after!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
We loved it! We were 3 adults with very big bags, so it was a little cramped for that dynamic - but perfect for a family
It was really cozy and very clean and well equipped
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Chris
United States4 reviews2 helpful votes10“Very nice suite. Excellent husband & wife owners/managers. Great breakfasts!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
The hosts were fun and excellent. We enjoyed getting to know them! The breakfasts, which the husband cooked, were excellent!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Mariaan
South Africa9 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
Thank You Welda, for your kindness and patience to let us check out later. Will definitely book with you again!!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Carol
United States5 reviews10“Can't recommend Cape Nelson Guest House enough - lovely people, fine accommodations, great value.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Everything was fantastic, but there wasn't a lot of variety with the breakfast.
This lovely Sea Point guest house is really special. Welda and Phillip are incredible hosts - friendly and helpful in numerous ways. My room was lovely and opened onto an almost private courtyard. The whole facility was conveniently located and impeccably clean. The hosts kindly stored some of my things while I took off on a group tour and also helped me get some laundry done as I'd been traveling for weeks. And to top it all off, Cape Nelson is really affordable! I can't say enough about this place; I'd come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 11 March 2024
David
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Very comfortable, well located homely apartment. Would definitely return when in CT.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
Comfortable. Clean. Well fitted. Welda js very helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Jo
Germany177 reviews16 helpful votes10“Toller Start meiner Reise in SA!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
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Tolle Lage, komfortables Appartement, supernette Gastgeber! Top!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Johan
Sweden154 reviews6 helpful votes10“Very good!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very small and secluded. Staff, breakfast, beds! Everything perfect!
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 24 December 2023
Zinzi
South Africa7 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“The place was so lovely, Didi organised cot bed for our baby and the room was accommodating for our little one. Didi is”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Is just close to the road, car sounds…
It is well maintained; no loadshedding 😁
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Reem
United Kingdom9 reviews3 helpful votes10“Wonderful time!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing!
Amazing stay. Property itself is in a great location with good amenities in the room, which was very spacious. The bed was so comfy! Hot water, no effects of load shedding which made our stay a lot easier. The food was lovely in the mornings, fresh breakfasts every day. The best thing about the whole trip was really the host didi. He was an exceptional host and really looked after us! He was also great with our baby and we enjoyed lots of lovely chats with him. We have already started recommending cape Nelson guesthouse to friends and family and will be back soon!!
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 15 December 2023
Joy
South Africa3 reviews10“If you’re looking for a central location in Cape Town that is family friendly, this is a perfect place.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The guest house exceeded our expectations as far as lovely charm, spacious and cozy character, and staff who provided a warm welcome with personal attention to our requests. Didi was great!
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Tswalters
South Africa5 reviews10“Excellent location in Sea Point”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
2nd stay in 2nd floor suite. Studio is well equipped, clean and very comfortable. Exceptional breakfast. Easy walk to promenade to walk along sea wall, restaurants and shops.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Wendy
South Africa5 reviews9.0“Would use again.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
Only stayed one night, all was fine.
Staff were accommodating with my late arrival. Everything I needed was in the room.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Wait
South Africa3 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Parking is limited and not secure, but I understand the neighborhood is safe and we had no problems after our overnight stay.
Solar power so no loadshedding to worry about, the room was clean and comfortable, friendly owners.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Gian
Italy47 reviews8 helpful votes9.0“Capetown: see you soon again and thanks for the warm hospitality”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It’s close position to the ocean and in the close proximity of the water city front makes the guesthouse an ideal place to spend some quite and enjoyable time. Breakfast was freshly prepared by the owner and the entire family made us feeling at home. Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Zana
South Africa3 reviews9.0“Comfortable, Clean and Central Accommodation”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
Very friendly host/ owner. Personable service. Lovely breakfast. Very central and easy to get around from there. All round lovely stay. The rooms are spacious and clean. Has everything you need.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Shir
Israel1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Vlada's place is a treasure! Her cozy, clean, and spacious apartment was a wonderful stay, but what truly sets it apart is Vlada herself. When we received distressing news before our arrival, Vlada's warm-heartedness shone through. She not only provided a great apartment but also walked with me to the supermarket and offered invaluable support. I highly recommend Vlada's place not just for the accommodations but for the incredible kindness and care she extends to her guests. She made our stay exceptional with her huge heart
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Suretha
South Africa2 reviews10“Fantastic!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
N/A
Peacefulness and privacy
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Alessandro
United Kingdom1 review10“Excellent”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Perfect stay, clean rooms with great facilities. Breakfast was delicious, staff extremely friendly and helpful, hope to return on next visit to Cape Town.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 20 July 2023
Rufina
Russia24 reviews6 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Cozy house, convenient location, wonderful hosts who helped with any questions.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 24 March 2023
Kirsten
South Africa20 reviews10“Lovely stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Rooms were clean and comfortable. Our hosts were lovely. Breakfast was a perfect portion.
Stayed in March 2023
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