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Reviews of Hout Bay Manor 4 stars

Baviaanskloof Road, 7806 Hout Bay, South Africa

#5 of 7 hotels in Hout Bay

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 254 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no water for too long when we arrived so could not wash! not really told about it or any alternative accommodation offered as we had just got off a 12 hour flight!

    amazing service. good location and staff very friendly. room fabulous and large

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately the bathrooms were not great, the taps were very difficult to use as was the shower - in my room it had been installed at an angel so you could not run the shower before getting in. The plumbing in my son's room (sink and shower) were extremely loud, which meant they had to use my room whilst the baby was asleep. We did only stay for 1 night so I am unable to say if the bathroom situation would have been fixed if we were staying for a longer period of time. The other downfall of the hotel is the amenities close very early at 10pm so if you are travelling and arrive late, both restaurant and bar are closed

    The hotel is beautiful and very close to town. The staff are extremely helpful and very pleasant. I travelled with my son and his family which included my 1.5yr old grandson, the hotel was very accommodating to our needs and even kept the Chef on later than usual to allow my Daughter-in-law to put her son to bed. Our bedrooms were delightful in decor and the whole hotel and a homely warm to it. We had to leave early for our flight which meant missing breakfast, they kindly put breakfast bags together for us which were really good and full of choice.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful old hotel in a good location, a great place to stay in Hout Bay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night

    Comfortable outside and lounge sitting areas. Rooms spacious. Food very good. Staff good although a little slow at times.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Only one word needed - tremendous!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Everything - it was perfect

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    Wonderful stay at the beautiful Hout Bay Manor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing really. Loved everything about Hout Bay Manor. Note that it is a bit far from the central area of Cape Town, so a car is recommended.

    Absolutely wonderful experience at Hout Bay Manor. Gorgeous house, with beautifully decorated, spacious room. The staff is super helpful and friendly. Breakfast was delicious, varied, and fresh. The beds are really comfortable, and amenities with everything you need. Would definitely go back.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    8.0
    Great location needs better service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Sangoma
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The continental breakfast is very limited compared to other 5 stars such as the Taj. Service could be better. Ate at the main restaurant for dinner. Very tasty buy once again service poor Breakfast from the main menu is tasty.

    Very central location. Comfortable beds. Amazing decor

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    9.0
    Lovely colonial hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slow breakfast service and lack of sugar, salt and pepper on the table. Broken empty plant pots at front of hotel needed clearing away. Rose plants on edge of pool need planting in pots. No staff around in the bar and lounge in the evening. Waterhammer from nextdoor room in the morning - noise was horrendous but having reported it it was much improved! ⁹

    The colonial decoration in the hotel and comfy bed and lounge area. Indoor/outdoor seating in the restaurant . Excellent cappuccino coffee and breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Xhosa (no view)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They had contractors drilling until after 17h00 on a Saturday afternoon. TV small (did not bother us at all)

    Spacious rooms Very clean and neat Bath and shower Friendly staff Well working airconditioner Interesting decor Good breakfast Very central location Lots of cupboard space Mini bar Coffee making facilities

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    10
    Lovely hotel and grounds. Staff very helpful and attentive.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and well maintained. Staff are cheerful and happy to help

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bath is very dangerous re very hot water gusting over taps, worst ever come across. Other than those everything else was great a

    Location for our purposes

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    9.0
    Very cozy boutique stay
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking was not available when we got back to the hotel from a dinner out, security did however assist us with finding a spot near to the hotel and kept an eye on us and my car.

    Breakfast was delicious and they were very kindly willing to accommodate our halaal colleague. The bedrooms were very comfortable and had everything we needed.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    9.0
    Very nice, modern hotel with good restaurant and lovely (garden) sitting area outside
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No staff after 22:00 to service you. But we were off-season. Staff is lovely and working hard nevertheless.

    Very nice, modern and safe hotel. With a lovely garden to sit outside. Many locals also come here to enjoy lunch or diner. Nice small pool to take a quick dive. All quit, luxurious, relaxed, well arranged and comfortable. Good restaurant. Nice rooms. Nice breakfast. Staff in the restaurant area very nice and helpfull. Located well in the lovely small town of Houtbay, close to Kaapstad.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hotel is fantastic as well as the onsite restaurant. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night

    TOP

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Absolute top, we loved everything. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful hotel with a strong African theme. Friendly helpful staff - always willing to help & always smiling😀
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would love an independent hairdryer as the one fixed inside the drawer is too restrictive. Also my room needed a proper mirror above the dressing table - small hand mirror is inadequate.

    Such an iconic hotel with your unique African theme throughout! Rooms delightful full of character & bed really comfortable.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    10
    Highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Room - Xhosa (no view)
    • Stayed 1 night

    We had wonderful holidays in Manor and really enjoyed the stay. Initially we booked a room for 2 x nights but ended up staying 5 x nights. The hotel is just great: interior is beautiful and authentic (my recommendation is Zulu room), lovely lobby and outstanding restaurant serving breakfasts, lunch and dinner. Food quality is fantastic and prices are good. I would like to highlight the staff that was just great and helpful, especially the waiters in the restaurant! We would definitely like to come back one day!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2023

    8.0
    Lovely friendly efficient staff. My only complaint was the problem with the geyser in Room 9.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Luxury Room - Xhosa (no view)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hot water in Room 9 for a week in-spite of informing team.

    So relaxing sitting under those beautiful trees in the courtyard with the birds bathing in the little fountains and a lovely old building.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Wonderful few days
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing

    Lovely hotel, excellent breakfast and restaurant, friendly and helpful staff and great room.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Floor and carpet dirty. Matress a bit soft. Although beautiful furnished, the couches need a deep clean as we got itchy sitting on them.

    Good welcome. Wonderfull anesthetic. Safe area. Cameras all around. Good area. Lovely staff.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    9.0
    A small hotel with a big heart.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 1 night

    The billing to room was discussed prior to arrival, but was not allocated correctly. The breakfast staff had less attention to detail and was not very helpful.

    The décor and rooms where an absolute treat, Both dinner and breakfast at Eat was excellently prepared. We loved the different areas ie lounge, bar and restaurant, so much attention to detail. Reception was very helpful. A very appropriate Heritage weekend stay.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    10
    Lovely staff, breakfast great !
    • Solo traveller
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Little noisy in the room some water pipes but nothing serious

    The decor and the staff

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room - Zulu
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Colonial charm , the friendly staff , delicious breakfasts , all made for a very pleasant experience.

    Stayed in September 2023

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