Guesthouse La Grenadine, Cape Town
Expert reviews
“Expat couple Maxime and Mélodie ladle on the Gallic charm at this imaginatively renovated former stables, where the ancient stone walls are a feature of the rooms.”
What guests liked
- Lovely garden
- Comfortable beds
- Friendly staff
- Top location
- Boutique style
All you need to know
This hotel was originally built in the 19th century and is excellently situated in the beautiful Gardens district of Cape Town. The hotel offers luxury but comfortable accommodation options with its stylish design and its surrounding natural endowments. The hotel itself is a perfect mix of modern and retro design offering a stylish French Provencal theme in its room. The hotel is located within walking distance of some of the best restaurants and frequently visited pubs in the city. The Table Mountain is 4km away from the hotel while the V&A Waterfront is a 9-minute walk away from the hotel.
The hotel offers a wide range of varieties of meals on its menu options where guests can enjoy tasty meals. The hotel provides guests with a breakfast option that includes fresh croissants and homemade jams which are both nutritional and delicious. Breakfast is served daily in the hotel.
The rooms feature standard features such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet connection, a full air conditioning system, a well-stocked minibar and a flat-screen TV with several multiple channels. The hotel rooms come with a private bathroom that also features a bathtub, shower, and free toiletries.
Guests can enjoy the beautiful garden which is the perfect natural setting for maximum relaxation and refreshment for tired guests. Wi-Fi is also available in other areas of the hotel so guests can easily connect with the outside world. The hotel also has a library and offers massage to keep guests relaxed.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
2 November 2024
Exceptional
28 October 2024
Very good
2 October 2024
Exceptional
29 August 2024
Exceptional
9 July 2024
Not memorable.
Not what I expected from the photos and discription. Part of the problem was that the weather was bsd during our stay. For us (seniors), the are seemed a bit edgy and definately for a younger set. It took us a good deal of effort to find a passible restaurant in the immediate vacinity. The breakfast was basic, at best. The room worked for one night but was also pretty basic.
27 April 2024
Exceptional
19 February 2024
Fabulous
13 February 2024
Very good
17 December 2023
Disappointing
Sweet
The alleyway is sketchy at night. There was a junkie that startled us coming home in the evening. The bars and restos are really loud nearby. Fortunately they do not stay open late. By midnight it’s quiet. We were given the upstairs room and had heavy suitcases. There was no one to assist with the bags. We should’ve been notified about this.
15 December 2023
Exceptional
Felt like a little piece of Paris in Cape Town. Very authentic parisian experience
26 November 2023
Wonderful location, would stay again if in Cape Town!
Loved the location, the garden, the breakfast, the common room and the staff!
Not dependent of the property but the construction noise on the road and the people asking for money for parking even though you’re parking on the property private parking every time
3 November 2023
Tranquil oasis in a lively part of Cape Town
Beautiful green space right in the city. Very friendly and personal contact. Nice room. Very French atmosphere. Close to a lot of bars and restaurants and we felt safe to walk around even all the way to the waterfront. Parking next to the entrance. Good breakfast.
The room was designed for short people. Short bed, showerhead at eye level and bathroom mirrors to see my belly in.
21 October 2023
Exceptional
La Grenadine is set in a beautiful garden in the middle of the city. Lovely, spacious rooms with very comfortable beds. Breakfast was amazing. Maxime and all the staff were so friendly and gave us great tips for Cape Town.
Nothing
17 October 2023
Satisfactory
The breakfast was sufficient. The location had a lot of construction happening during my stay. Noisy
The pillows and the curtaining
14 October 2023
Exceptional
Homey! Great style.
13 September 2023
Perfect stay for Cape Town (with a toddler)!
- I really loved the interior. And the fact that there’s a nice common area, so we could still have a lovely evening while our toddler was asleep in our room. - The hosts were super friendly and helpful. - The breakfast was … waw. Almost everything was home-made, which you could taste. - We were allowed to do a late check-out on the day we flew back to Belgium, which was really nice as we have a toddler who still sleeps during the day. That way, we had a really comfortable flight back home. We really really appreciated that! - The neighbourhood had a lot of restaurants. It was safe to walk around (even at night).
- In the beginning of our stay, we’ve showered a few times with pretty cold water. So, we’ve mentioned it at breakfast. It appeared that they were aware something was wrong, but fixed it right away (and quick). It was just a pity that it wasn’t fixed already, before we came. - The common area was really cold, even though they had a fire place. Some blankets would have been nice! (We were there towards the end of winter.)
13 September 2023
Communal area also could be cleaner and it smelled like cats.
Midnight check ins by other guests was done right outside of our door with no consideration for us that are sleeping. Also late message after 10pm from host asking that we put our heater off. Our heater was not on and it was conveyed that loadshedding is at midnight in any case.
29 August 2023
Not quite what I had hoped for
Adam was very welcoming and helpful. The hotel is centrally located in Cape Town.
We arrived during a rainstorm. The rooms were cold and smelled musty. The bathroom has thick stone tiles and no heating. It was not comfortable. We had to start a log fire straight away to make it slightly warmer but the wood did not last all evening. There was a gas heater but the bottle was empty. We stayed ‘in the cottage’. To use the bathroom during the night you had to walk through the outside patio area into the main room. Not comfortable at 3 AM when it rains ( even though there is a cover). I had a cold shower int he morning as the fuse had tripped during load shedding the evening before. Adam sorted it but the others had to wait 45 minutes for the water to heat up. This was our 8th hotel in 2 weeks. The stay here was more expensive than several other places we had stayed in but it was not up to their standard.
26 August 2023
Fabulous
Charming small hotel, the best breakfast we had in SA, lots of wonderful fresh products. Very nice location in Cape Town and friendly staff. Would go back in a heartbeat!
16 August 2023
Very unique stay, great location
Very cool, homely vibe. Great breakfast and excellent location
Feather pillows were lumpy
5 July 2023
Lovely stay, thank you Maxime.
The breakfast spread was amazing with lots of choices. The bread was delicious along with the warm croissants. Electric blankets were a plus in the winter. The hosts were good company and the whole place had a lovely ambience. Location was perfect for us. Tucked away and quiet but right next door to plenty of restaurants, Thali Indian restaurant was exceptional. The Mexican bar/restaurant was also a popular spot.
Pillows, just need an upgrade
8 May 2023
Fabulous
Brilliant location, peaceful garden and nice staff
Even on their own parking places you will be approached by the ‘parking guards’ almost every time you leave (sometimes rude if you ‘only’ pay 6 zar). We stayed couple of days and went out couple of times by car, so this was a bit annoying.
8 May 2023
A little oasis in the middle of Cape Town
A little oasis of calm in a hip area of Cape Town Amazing breakfast buffet! The feeling of staying with family friends not in a hotel All the little thoughtful touches that make your stay so easy
there can be. but if noise from the bar next door - if you are a light sleeper, pack some ear plugs. it didn’t bother us too much, though.
5 May 2023
Nice City Hotel
Beautiful oasis with gardens in Capetown- hidden and close to Kloofstreet
All met our expectations
2 May 2023
Exceptional
Maxime has created a little paradise in the middle of the city. Very cosy, right next to kloof street with a lot of good restaurants. Very good breakfast. Great and friendly staff.
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14 March 2023
a hidden gem
friendly staff, excellent location, beautiful garden, great breakfast, fun rooms
6 March 2023
a hidden gem where the atmosphere is so relaxed you don't want to leave...
loved the personal atmosphere, French ambiance and the friendly service
the headpillows can be a lot better
20 February 2023
bliss
A great hide-out in the city with very friendly and helpfull staff. highly recommended.
20 February 2023
Exceptional
Maxime is the perfect host. His hotel felt like home, such a good feeling after a 12 hour flight. He combines an amazing attention to detail with a very relaxed vibe. Very friendly and caring too.
Nothing.
10 February 2023
A wonderful oasis within the centre of Cape Town
Breakfast was excellent and Maxime was a fantastic host, he made our stay enjoyable and easy going. The room was large and airy, with everything we needed.
7 February 2023
It was perfect , we enjoyed every moment .
we loved the warm welcome , quiet courtyard full of pomegranate trees and cosy nooks to sit and enjoy the dappled shade before venturing out in to the city again . The kids were welcomed with open arms and loved playing in the secret space. The beds were beautifully made with lovely linen.
nothing , everything was charming
5 February 2023
Relaxing and welcoming stay in the city
The inner courtyard and hospitality of the staff
Shower... Wet mess afterwards (for the staff)
4 February 2023
Thank you Maxim, we thoroughly enjoyed our time with you.
Everything. A little bit of heaven, perfect location and beautiful furnishings and decor.
31 January 2023
sweet guesthouse with lovely people
nice people, great breakfast, close to very nice restaurants
7 January 2023
Exceptional
An oasis in the middle of Capetown. Beautifully decorated retro French farm house style. Lot of charm with beautiful gardens with fruit trees and herbs, where you have breakfast or just relax. The owner/host made us feel at home. No tv's in room, but there is one in the living room.
30 November 2022
A charming property, tastefully and creatively decorated with great breakfast and afternoon tea.
An utterly charming experience in a beautifully created space. Lovely hospitality- thank you Natasha, Rhudo and Ulama - and great breakfasts and afternoon teas. It all felt a little like a set from a romantic movie. Excellent location and dark and peaceful at night despite being in the middle of everything.
30 November 2022
Out and about Cape Town
Beautifully laid out and very welcoming with excellent support by staff.
Parking is cramped and neighbouring property had loose shutters banging in the wind early in the morning. But nothing that cannot be fixed.
29 November 2022
Remarkable location close to restaurants and bars, within walking distance.
everything and especially Paul and Natasha who welcomed us! plus the top location (Kloof st).
nothing
20 November 2022
Lovely quirky B and B with big bathroom and pretty garden
Breakfast was great - good choice and also ability to help yourself
Our room was close to reception room and loud voiced guests arriving at midnight woke us up. Maybe should have been asked to dial it down?
3 October 2022
Exceptional
We had the best time staying in La Grenadine! everything was absolutely impeccable - from the lovely staff to the well designed room, the tasty breakfast and the prime location . we felt like home from the very first moment - highly recommended!!! ❤️❤️❤️
30 September 2022
super stylish, with beautifully curated rooms, delicious coffee and the nicest hosts :)
We absolutely loved the quaint garden setting of the La Grenadine. It was a little green oasis tucked away in the city. Our room was beautifully decorated and I loved the attention to detail - from the hand illustrated welcome book to the beautifully branded soaps and shampoos in the bathroom.
There wasn’t anything we didn’t like. we absolutely loved our stay!
18 September 2022
Exceptional
We had a wonderful stay at La Grenadine. Maxime is a great host, he made us feel right at home! The interior design is very tasteful, there's also a lovely garden. Sumptuous and delicious breakfeast (no nonsense here). Will most definitely come back. Merci beaucoup!
28 August 2022
Incredible stay with the nicest people. Paul was such a great way to start out South Africa journey!!
Perfect location. Perfect staff. All amazing.
absolutely NOTHING!
2 May 2022
Shabby chic haven with lovely garden
A quirky little haven amid the bustle of Cape Town. Loads of character. The breakfasts are the best!
Shabby chic... it's quirky and fun, but the dripping wash basin in one of the bedrooms is not quite what you'd expect for the price.
2 April 2022
Very good
La grenadine was an oasis of peace and tranquility in the business of kloof street. Loved the interior the rooms.
We wanted to go to bed on friday quite early and there was a lot of music from the neighbouring cafe. But fortunately it didnt last all night
31 March 2022
Exceptional
unique charm, decor, vintage features
22 February 2022
Exceptional
perfect gem at a perfect location
21 February 2022
Lovely secret garden quaint hotel in the middle of Cape Town
Very quaint hotel in the middle of Cape Town. As soon as you enter the property through the lovely garden, there's a quiet and calm atmosphere, as if you were in the country side. Super lovely owners/staff and great breakfast to start your morning right in between the pomegranate trees.
Our room was lovely decorated and divided, the fan was just not working that well (not that much strength due to the high ceiling) so the nights were very hot, with sweaty mornings to wake up to.
18 February 2022
The best!
Everything! It was perfect! Very cool interior and the staff is so friendly! Will definitely go back. Already missing it.
Hotel facilities
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Safety deposit box
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Vending machine (drinks)
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
- - Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Ironing service
- - Daily housekeeping
Activities
- - Massage (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Kitchen
- - Shared kitchen
Food & Drink
- - Fruits
Miscellaneous
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
10 February 2025
Exceptional