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They provide a number of four and five-star apartments in Cape Town, but because of the favourable pound–rand exchange rate these lets are very affordable. Ours, Jessica, was located next to the Parliament buildings, within earshot of lively Long Street, 15 minutes walk to the V&A waterfront and a 10 minute drive to the golden beaches of Camps Bay.

Our two-bedroom penthouse was furnished to the highest standards, both bedrooms were ensuite and the living area came with a large flat-screen TV and DSTV satellite so we didn’t miss any of the important premiership games.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18211 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18094 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18094 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16644
The accommodation is comfortable and the garden, with its terraces on different levels, relaxing and peaceful. The area is safe and we went for walks and runs along Chapman’s Peak Drive from the door. There are plenty of places to eat nearby, and the Hideaway is an ideal base for exploring the area around Cape Town without having to sit in the city traffic jams. Highly recommended.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16644 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14027
September 2005 we stayed at two, Danger Point near Gansbaai/Hermanus - excellent location with a good restaurant a few minutes away, very handy for shark and whale watching, lighthouse keeper couldn't have been friendlier.

CapeColumbine, Northern Cape, another excellent location with the village of Paternoster nearby with a choice of quality eateries. Lighthouse keeper's a real character.

Accommodation very high quality and we would say good value from a European viewpoint. Danger Point - sleeps 4, from R581 per night not per person.

Danger Point, by the way, was the site of the wreck of HMS Birkenhead which gave us Birkenhead drill, ie women and children first.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14027 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12517 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12517 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12175
The owner really knows what service and friendliness means, laundry service and ADSL internet was free (including calls to landlines in the UK) and we really felt at home away from home, delightful interior for a fantastic price.

They even give you a SA cell number when you book, so you can tell friends which number to get hold of you, while exploring the country.

Only ten pounds per person sharing per night!

Complimentary coffee, tea and use of fully equiped kitchen. Safe private parking too.

The best we found in our SA Holiday. Quality really does not need to cost the world.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12175 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10437
The rooms are huge and well appointed, the service is out of this world and the location is exquisite.
Not cheap but an experience in one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10437 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9915 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9915 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9631
I recommend it because I lived and worked with the San in southern Africa until recently and this is the BEST thing I have seen out there, that really, practically helps the San and teaches tourists about some of the real issues still alive in South Africa today...

What's more it's as cheap as chips if you are coming from Europe!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9631 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9621
The owner, Bruce, is a very interesting man and could not have been more helpful during our stay. The guesthouse is perfectly located for exploring central Cape Town, De Waterkant and the waterfront area. It is also just round the corner from Ginga, one of the top restaurants in Cape Town.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9621 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2530 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2530 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2189 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2189 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1992 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1992 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1989 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1989 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1945
Vicky's B&B is in a township where you can stay and experience true hospitality. It is also a moving experience; the children have very little, and yet are very happy.

They want to travel the world, just like you. Their hopes and dreams are the same as anyone's. Don't miss this really interesting and emotion-provoking experience.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1945 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1942 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1942 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1931
Friendly service, good breakfast and affordable rates. There's also a great massage place next door if so inclined. A shuttle will take you to the shopping area for a few rand, and it's easy walking distance to Long St, Bo Kapp, etc.

The concierge can also suggest some day tours, and the hotel has an agreement with a good local cab company to offer reduced rates.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1931 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1901 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1901