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Reviews of Parker Cottage Guesthouse 4 stars

3 Carstens Street, Tamboerskloof, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa

#28 of 451 B&Bs and Inns in Cape Town

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 262 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional guesthouse
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything. Perhaps a kettle in the room would be nice even though there was a lovely drink station downstairs to use

    Exceptional staff. So clean Attention to details in the room like make up towels and 2 pin wall plugs so wonderful!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely location and amazing staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing to mention

    Top service, very friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful kept property and super clean. We enjoyed our stay a lot and will definitely come back.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    I’d love to come again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Having breakfast on the verandah was lovely. I enjoyed a different choice every day. Each was really delicious. The room was very clean and comfortable. The indoor and outdoor seating areas were a good place to meet others and to relax. Hosts and staff all ensured our visit went well. Thanks for a terrific holiday experience.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Amazing building and staff, lovely place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bathroom drain smelt a little on arrival but ok after a couple of showers

    Breakfast was outstanding, just a shame I was in a rush most days so couldn't eat/enjoy as much as I'd have liked to! Staff were amazing, so friendly and welcoming, special shout out to a new lady who checked me in and was super nice when I was a little upset. Rooms were super clean and had everything you could want. Can recommend Manna epicure restaurant which is close by.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Lovely stay at the Parker Cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No complaints.

    Perfect stay at the Parker Cottage. Kind, welcoming staff and a great home base for a visit in Cape Town. Will certainly return!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    I only wish we could have stayed longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was absolutely nothing that one could not like about the Parker Cottage Guesthouse.

    I liked EVERYTHING about the property! The beautiful house, the lovely room, the welcoming staff, the gorgeous gardens. It was truly faultless.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Beautiful homely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The entire team are friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The cottage has a lovely relaxed and comfortable feel. The honesty bar is such a lovely little touch. Felt completely taken care of. Breakfast was fabulous. I'm vegan and they were so accommodating. Pamela and the team also helped me by arranging a balloon and MCC for my friends birthday.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    However, the breakfast service is way too slow. When I was there alone one day, it took them 30 min to prepare eggs. Besides, what frustrated me - housekeeper mixed our used bathrobes and towels, not replacing them with new ones. Hence we couldn't use them afterwards. Also, housekeeper thrown away my packaging material, which I was going to use upon checking out for my luggage. This should never happen that personal belongings are thrown away!!! The bed is also a bit short

    I liked the location and using the terrace for breakfast. Staff is very calm and friendly. Room was nice and spacious

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    10
    A cosy city getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great location, really friendly and helpful staff. Lots of places to eat nearby and easy to get in and out of the city, would highly recommend. Also loved that there was a focus on water recycling with using 'grey' shower water plants and keep the garden.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    10
    Very nice place in Cape Town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were terrific and friendly. Breakfast was very good.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    Fabulous accommodation in brilliant position.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful rooms and great location. All staff incredibly helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Would not hesitate to return. Thank you to Pamela and her team.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    9.0
    I really enjoyed staying at Parker Cottage, and wouldn’t definitely stay there again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing which I didn’t like about the place

    Parker Cottage is very clean, comfortable and centrally located. The beds are comfortable and there is a definite attention to detail. The staff are a pleasure as well.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    9.0
    Perfect choice for our last night in Cape Town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and helpful staff and a beautiful house

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 1 night

    Pamela is an exceptional host. We were warmly welcomed and absolutely loved everything about Parker House/ We'll definitely be back when we're next down in Cape Town.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    10
    Stunning guesthouse, great value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parker Cottage was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The breakfast was exceptional. Pamela was a great host and so helpful.Sadly we were only there for one night but will definitely be back next time we are in Cape Town .

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Relaxing and peaceful base to explore Cape Town from
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Family run ‘feel’. Charming and secluded house and garden. Great facilities, breakfast was superb and staff were all friendly and very helpful. Lovely to have robes in the room.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    10
    Wish I could have stayed longer to enjoy this lovely spot. A haven in a busy city.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very convenient location, lovely room, beautiful garden, very quiet - perfect after a long flight!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    10
    Lovely in every way, I wish we’d stayed longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Basically nothing. I only including the following because everything else was perfect in room 9. Just a personal preference, but… - I would include slightly thinner pillows. - I would replace the bedside-lamps bulbs with a warm white rather than cool. For me it’s a little more hygge/gemütlich.

    Delicious and beautifully presented breakfast, ideal location, beautiful and tastefully decorated property and lovely hosts.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    9.0
    We had the most incredible stay at this remarkable accommodatio .We loved the stunning architecture
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing all your need's are catered for.

    Parkers cottage is a Boutique Guest House is every sense of the word. This accommodation is a gem, in the Tamboerskloof area in Cape town and within walking distance of it's lovely shops, cafes, Restaurants and historic areas. With beautiful maintained grounds and lovely rooms and very friendly welcoming staff. We loved the stunning architecture and elegance with modern facilities and ultimate comfort and also the homey feeling. The food, presentation and service is just excellent. We are so thankful to the team for the memorable stays we’ve had on this trip to Cape Town. A truly wonderful experience, thank you all 😁😁We hope to get back for a second visit in the near future.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Management and staff professional and friendly. Great breakfast and perfect location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    10
    Great location in Cape Town!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Air Conditioning
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Parker Cottage. We stayed at the beginning and end of our holiday in South Africa. The accommodation, breakfast and honesty bar were excellent as was the great customer support we had both before and during our stay, for example booking a tour, tickets for the cable car to Table Mountain and cricket tickets.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    10
    Very good experience, would come again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our bathroom smelled unpleasant

    Extraordinary breakfast, lovely people, great location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Elegant Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect

    Stayed in December 2023

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