4 Alcis Road Newlands, Rondebosch, 7700 Cape Town, South Africa
#80 of 437 B&Bs and Inns in Cape Town
Guests' ChoiceBased on 383 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 April 2024
Claire
South AfricaThe location was excellent for where we needed to be. Close to some really good restaurants and some pubs where we could have a quiet drink before dinner. The option for breakfast was a real bonus as it meant we didnt have to go out and find somewhere to eat. My scrambled egg and toast was delicious and I enjoyed the fresh fruit and yoghurt. I got to chat to two tourists at breakfast who told me all about their travels. Our hostess, Sarah, and owner of the property was extremely helpful and friendly offering us restaurant recommendations. I felt safe and our rooms were spacious and comfortable. It was easy to find and close to all amenities. It was a last minute booking and Sarah was extremely accommodating. Wish we could have stayed longer but we were going to visit the wine routes for the weekend. Will definitely recommend this accommodation and will definitely be staying again as I visit Cape Town a few times a year so its nice to have a place that I can stay at regularly
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Joni
South Africanothing it was great
Breakfast was delicious
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Mark
United KingdomNothing
Amazing hosts who couldn’t do enough to help us
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Sina
GermanyBathroom was not clean, pillow smelled musty
Sarah was a great host and the breakfast was very good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Willie
NetherlandsSarah, welcomed us very frendly, the breakfast was very good, she helped us with good places to go.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Johnette
United StatesI have no complaints
Breakfast was tasty and hearty. There was ready early with both sweet and savory. The hostess accommodated my dietary restrictions by providing gluten free bread and lactose free milk!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Marian
SlovakiaCleanliness could improve a bit. It would be good to have at least a WiFi back up during the load shedding (other accomodations in South Africa where we stayed in had it).
Lovely setting under the Table Mountain, close to the Botanical garden and also few minutes with car to the city center. Very nice and helpful host with whom it is a pleasure to talk.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Calpunia
South AfricaDog and cats, I'm obviously not a fury person. Nothing to do with the accommodation, but just a note for travellers. I know the weekend I went was quite a busy one, cycle tour. But getting an Uber took a bit long, especially returning back to the guesthouse.
Sarah the host gave me a very warm welcome. My room was clean and spacious. The view of the mountain when standing in the courtyard was hands down the best for me. Didn't have breakfast, unfortunately, as I was out early both mornings
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Charles
United StatesAmiable owners on-site. Comfortable beds, nice grounds, good breakfast, and easy to walk to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Amy
South AfricaSarah was delightful and very helpful. The pool was lovely to swim in, the room was large. Perfectly located close to Newlands Forest and the M3. Would definitely go back.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Faizel
South AfricaNothing to mention
Layout. Freedom. Easy access.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Kris
BelgiumVery warm welcome! And breakfast was superb!!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Alan
United KingdomFriendly good breakfast x
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Alicia
NetherlandsLoved our stay here! Sarah is really friendly and helpful. She makes the best breakfast. We stayed for only 2 nights with our small children but we really enjoyed the property and pool! Highly recommended!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Sanne
NetherlandsWe loved our stay here. Hosts (and breakfast!) Were very nice as well as the location and swimming pool. Would recommend to book here!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Maxim
BelgiumNice & cosy. Family friendly
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Monika
South AfricaIt would be great if a light (Campinglight) is in the room for Loadshedding.
We stayed there for the 2nd time and felt like coming to visit friends. Because we attended a Kirstenbosch Concert this place is a fantastic option. The great "Foresters Arms" Pub is in walking distance and it´s so wonderful that you can have a dip in the pool with the wonderful view to the Table Mountain.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Jarad
New ZealandNothing
Location is great and Sarah and John were fantastic. The property is very private and in a great location.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Jean-erick
GermanySarah was wonderfuul, her husband John also , their son too, without to forget their dog and the two cats. A lovely family for sure
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Annalee
AustraliaSarah is an amazing host and could not do enough for her guests.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Greg
South AfricaNo soap in bathroom or very little.
Most things
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Paula
United KingdomNothing, our stay was great.
Our hosts were very welcoming hosts to their lovely home. The location was perfect for a few days in Cape Town. Our accommodation in the family room was spacious and comfortable and the breakfasts were delicious! Thanks to Sarah and John for a great stay.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Gill
South AfricaJacuzzi for colder days would be great :)
Newlands is one of the most beautiful areas in Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. Full delicious breakfast was served by the host Sarah.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Alex
New ZealandThe guesthouse was perfectly located for me. I felt safe when I was alone with my two girls- good security - which was important to me The rooms were comfortable. Sarah and her husband, John, were very friendly and accommodating. My daughter enjoyed the pool. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed in January 2024
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