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Reviews of Villa Viva Cape Town

74 New Church Street, Gardens, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa

#174 of 437 B&Bs and Inns in Cape Town

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 591 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Fantastic stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We had a wonderful 3 nights here. Staff, room, and breakfast were fantastic. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Amazing staff, clean environment and brilliant location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Great one night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    We stayed for one night in a private double. The view of Table Mountain and Lions Head from our room was amazing. The room was really clean, the bed was super comfortable and we did not hear any noise from other guests. Breakfast was good. The staff were really nice and helpful. Only a few minutes from Kloof and Bree street which both have nice restaurants. We are sorry we couldn't stay longer and would not hesitate recommend the Villa Viva to others.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    Good centrally located backpacker lodge.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Enjoyed everything.

    The rooms are big and clean, employees are friendly, the location is close to everything, and the breakfast is tasty.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was an amazing place to stay! The kloofstreet is close by and have some nice shops and restaurants. The hostel is having a nice vibe. Totally worth it to stay here

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    We will return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Appreciated the friendliness of the staff at reception and at breakfast!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    8.0
    Rather Backpackers place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Photos from Booking create misunderstanding. i mean they offer many different rooms and all rooms have the same photos, so you cannot be sure that you will get the room which you chose on booking.

    Great breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    It was a great time with a positive overall experience. Very friendly staff team.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    In all honesty, not much more one can add. The value for money was great. One could always suggest multiple bells and whistles in the room but simple as it was, had all we needed.

    The checkin process was great, and the lady at reception showed us to out room. A very clean setup that was comfortable for our overnight stay. The breakfast included in the price was fantastic and very enjoyable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower is outside and share

    Ok

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    The place was beautiful and the staff was friendly and I have enjoyed my stay.
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was clean and beautiful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable stay in a beautiful building near a lovely area in Capetown.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shared toilet and shower was an issue - I don't have an issue sharing but we had quite a wait some mornings and on one morning there was no water! We had to walk round the building looking for a vacant toilet and shower at times. There was very little space in kitchen to store any food. Would have liked a cafetiere in kitchen to make coffee.

    Location excellent proximity to Kloof Street area ( many lovely bars and restaurants)and for accessing City Centre.Felt safe there at night. Hostel is busy but plenty of quiet areas to relax in garden and around the hostel.The Hostel is a beautiful older property which has lovely decor and lots of plants. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was large and comfortable - actually very quiet despite there being dorms near us. I had requested two single beds but room had a huge double. It was fine though. Breakfast was satisfactory - pastries, toast, boiled eggs etc. There was a kitchen that we could use but it was too busy so we ate out most evenings. Kitchen well equipped. Nice bar and central seating area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Second time here. Good breakfast, great double room, love the facilities.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    The best view from our window
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Loft Ensuite Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Waking up to the Table Mountain view. The Friday night braai was amazing. The staff is friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Actually nothing

    Nice clean good people

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    I wish I had stayed longer with them. Best villa probably in the world
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wish my room had aircon because it would get stuffy but a fan was provided.other than that everything was perfect

    The environment was really beautiful and from the moment you walk in you will feel relaxed

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    9.0
    Great hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Everything! Location, staff, breakfast, atmosphere, … all is very nice!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Great central located place for overnight stops and longer stays meeting many friendly locals and visitors alike.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our particular room did not have great natural cross ventilation, but had a great pedestal fan to keep us comfortable in warm weather conditions.

    Nice easygoing setup and staff. Lots of spaces to relax and work. Bathrooms are modern neat, clean and private.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Best bunk beds compared to other hostels in Cape Town
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing, amazing stay

    Great vibe, best bunk beds compared to the other 3 hostels I stayed at since it has blinds, so I could have more privacy, like a little room inside the room. They organised a great pool party with Braai that was open to the public, and another night of amazing music.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a great place to stay to meet other solo travellers. The staff are also super nice, breakfast is good, the location is also good just near Kloof St which means shops, restaurants etc are only a short walk away. I would definitely stay there again.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious rooms and bed space and the curtains on the bed were a plus. Free breakfast in the morning was good too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This place is just one of a kind and a home away from home. I stayed there twice and I would definitely go there again, specially as a female solo traveller I felt safe and welcomed.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay in Gardens district
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I've already written about the lovely stay, but keep your insect spray handy as I was stung several times by a poisonous spider as our window faced the garden. Otherwise, a wonderful stay with a clean, tidy room , friendly staff and excellent breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    My baby & I had a lovely stay! Thank you viva!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved the location of villa viva, and the staff was amazing, comfortable & clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    8.0
    Value for money: nice and peaceful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No (working) airco and from 22-24.00 no electricity on some days.

    Nice setting with good breakfast and friendly personal. A little bit hippy. If you leave anything in the common/general fridge consider it gone. 😜

    Stayed in February 2024

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