Parker Cottage Guesthouse

A stunning old heritage house built by an architect ex mayor of Cape Town. Glimpses of the mountain from patio and some rooms. The breakfast is a lovely start to the day - cooked to order, a wide choice and a daily special in addition to the standard menu. Delicious fresh orange juice. We were met late at night at the airport by Keith which was arranged by the hotel and he got us directly into our room quickly. Not the cheapest transfer but worth every rand. Parking was easy once we picked up our hire car and although it was on the street outside the cottage it seemed to be safe enough. Plenty of local residents were parked there too. Provided umbrellas, offered advice and bookings, dinner recommendations were all excellent. Honesty system bar for soft and alcoholic drinks downstairs. Ubers very easy to find - usually at the door within a minute of ordering. Driving quality of ubers rather less reliable but we survived. Had the weather been hotter the tables outside would have been lovely. Good wifi.

Nothing. It's obviously not the sparkling new bustling busy V+A waterfront which is a few km away but we liked the more residential location. They dont recommend you walk home even from very local restaurants although it's well lit and we never felt unsafe in the area. We did in fact walk home (under 5 mins) once. Ask for a downstairs room if you have any mobility issues as the stairs up are steep. If you are a TV addict note that is in the communal living rooms not the bedrooms.

The attention to detail, the hands on and friendly staff, the history of the guesthouse, the delicious breakfasts! Parker Cottage Guesthouse is the place to stay in Cape Town where one feels extremely safe.

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Breakfast is outstanding , staff is so helpful and friendly . We really like Madery, Marian

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A lovely house, generous sized room & bathroom. Very helpful staff who went out of their way to help us out when needed. Excellent breakfast too.

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