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Enchanted Guest House

Enchanted Guest House

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4.0
#4 of 6 guest houses in Bantry Bay
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Location
3.7 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Enchanted Guest house is located in the heart of Bantry Bay where sea, mountain and city are exquisitely blended. We are a minute walk away from Saunders Rock Beach on the Atlantic Sea Board of Cape Town and we also have Lions head protecting us from the South Easter when it blows. We are very close to Camps Bay and Clifton Beaches, the V & A Waterfront, the City Centre and the CTICC. Everything you need like shops, supermarket, bank, post office and restaurants are in walking distance. We are conveniently situated to explore the sights and sounds of Cape Town. This Victorian home has a calm and peaceful atmosphere "home away from home feeling", with a modern approach to hospitality and friendly staff. We have 8 elegantly furnished bedrooms which are spacious and most with a private patio or balcony with captivating sea or mountain views. Our Guesthouse and the outside area with plunge pool and braai facilities are the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. All our rooms are fully equipped with en-suite shower, air-conditioning unit, comfortable beds, modern flat screen TV's, hairdryers, coffee/tea station, a mini fridge and a safe. We provide our guests with pool/beach towels on request as well as airport transfers and guided tours. As complimentary every guest has free wireless Internet Access. Our breakfast buffet is served from 8:00 - 10:00am and on the weekend until 11:00am. We serve a variety of cheeses, fresh fruits, cereals, yogurts, spreads, fresh juices and a scrumptious warm breakfast which includes eggs (scrambled, fried, poached or boiled, Macon, Vienna's and mushrooms). You should try our "Enchanted Omelets" for which our guests love us... Every day we add something different to the menu, from flapjacks to pan cakes and pastries. Our Check in time is from 14:00 - 18:00 Previous arranged late check in's will be a charge of R150.00 Our Check out time is before 11:00 Like us on Facebook: EnchantedGuestHouse
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Beach
Airport transportation
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Car hire
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Safe
Coffee / tea maker
Minibar
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to TGCSA - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa.
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, French, German

Location

12 Craigrownie Road, Bantry Bay 8005 South Africa
Getting there
Good for walkers
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Grade: 85 out of 100
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hwalt329180 wrote a review Jan 2020
Johannesburg, South Africa
3.0 of 5 bubbles
The location was fantastic , the people were friendly and could assist with all queries. The rooms needed some work- Curtain tie backs not affixed to the wall. Blind in Bathroom was faulty.
The TV system +channels require an upgrade
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Date of stay: December 2019
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
3.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from ridwaan, General Manager at Enchanted Guest House
Responded 10 Jan 2020
Hello We do appreciate constructive advice . Thank you Ridwaan Adams
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kevabr0ad wrote a review Jan 2020
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Enchanted Guest Lodge was a fantastic find. It was has an excellent location in Bantry Bay and the rooms were large and clean. Breakfast was great and the staff was super helpful. I would definitely use them again if my travels take me back to Cape Town
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Date of stay: January 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from ridwaan, General Manager at Enchanted Guest House
Responded 12 Jan 2020
Hello Keva We are equally glad you found us and wish you return as soon as possible. Thank you Ridwaan Adams
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Aleksanderratz wrote a review Mar 2020
Stockholm, Sweden
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We are very happy with Enchanted Guest House.Service was excellent and all staff very friendly and helpfull. Thanks to Nicole.Mr.Ridwaan Adams helped us with transport to restaurant.All best from Tola and Aleksander
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Date of stay: March 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from ridwaan, Manager at Enchanted Guest House
Responded 14 Mar 2020
Hello Mr & Mrs Raatz Was only a pleasure. We look forward to your next visit. Thank you Ridwaan Adams
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Zef26 wrote a review Oct 2016
Pretoria, South Africa
1.0 of 5 bubbles
The place is ramshackle, nobody at reception for over two hours (we had to wait in the street outside) the rooms, carpets and bedding dirty, the aircon did not work, the balcony was dirty and falling apart with a loose railing, and the pool area looks like a rubbish dump. The Manager was surly and did not listen or talk to us when we complained and left after a very long and uncomfortable night. We won't recommend this place to our worst enemy.
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Date of stay: October 2016
1.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
1.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 05 Jan 2017
Dear Guest We do apologise for the inconvenience you experienced and need to remind our guests we do have stipulated check in times and also do make special arrangements if guests request different check in times. We always try our best in keeping the property maintained and our rooms clean so again apologise if on this particular day we failed in doing so. We wish you all the best . Thank you Ridwaan Adams
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Leila B wrote a review Sept 2015
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.0 of 5 bubbles
I had a wonderful time at the Enchanted guesthouse. Room 8 is definitely the place to be as it has a great view of the ocean.Clean rooms and bathrooms. Regina who welcomed us, was very sweet and helpful during our stay. Would love to visit again
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Date of stay: September 2015
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Room 8 has the best view
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Response from Enchanted42, Manager at Enchanted Guest House
Responded 19 Oct 2015
Dear Leila Thank you for your review. Regina is really amazing and all my staff I have working with me, we love making our guests feel at home and very special :) You are one hundred percent right in saying room 8 is the best room with a private balcony and beautiful views. We are looking forward to welcoming you soon again, just remember Enchanted is your home away from home. Thank you and kind regards Leyla
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Sarah T wrote a review Nov 2016
1.0 of 5 bubbles
I would normally rate Enchanted Guest House 4 stars but unfortunately had an incident occur that I feel the need to warn guests. I had money stolen out of my luggage on our first day staying. The money was hidden in a pocket within my bag behind a bunch of other stuff and someone clearly went through my luggage to find the cash and take it. The exact same thing happened to my boyfriend 2 days after - his money was even more securely hidden than mine. Someone clearly took the time to unzip his bag and meticulously go through the contents to find cash hidden in a dirty jeans pocket and take it. We confronted management about this on the day we checked out (right after the second money stealing incident) and they seemed genuinely interested in making the situation right starting by firing the employees responsible. I don't know if that has happened but I would warn guests of staying here!!!
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Date of stay: October 2016
1.0 of 5 bubblesValue
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
1.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Room 8 has the best views and a large patio
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Michael John H wrote a review Sept 2015
Cape Town Central, South Africa
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Having seen the beautiful photos on the internet we decided to make our booking. This only to find that the pictures are not only old, but also totally over exaggerated. The place is totally run down although kept reasonably clean. If it were not for Leyla and her staff, we were tempted to leave a day early even though we'd paid in advance. Besides a bit of TLC which is desperately necessary, just some general maintenance work could be done. Our shower did not work. Having said that, we want to complement Leyla as the hostess including her staff. Without her, there would be no soul in this hole. She does her utmost to make the place function. To add insult to injury we had our vehicle broken into in their "SAFE" parking.
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Date of stay: September 2015
1.0 of 5 bubblesValue
2.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
3.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from ridwaan, Owner at Enchanted Guest House
Responded 16 Sept 2015
Dear Guest Apologies for the discomfort you experienced with your stay and for the unfortunate break in of your vehicle. The safe parking refers to off street parking away from the vehicles riding up and down our very narrow road. If I may extend an invitation to visit us again in next year the same time for a weekend free of charge. Please email me directly on info@enchanted.co.za to arrange this . As Bantry Bay is located on the Atlantic coast and Enchanted being so close to the sea the property gets a heavy bearing during the winter months so we cannot do much maintenance on the outside so schedule repairs for October when rainy weather has stopped and the air is warmer. I'm not sure if the faulty shower you mention was brought to our attention at the very first instant. However we will look into it as no other reports has come to us yet on the faulty shower. Thank you Ridwaan
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Kia1tow wrote a review Feb 2016
Johannesburg, South Africa
1.0 of 5 bubbles
It's not often that I am very disappointed and unimpressed with a place.
Upon arrival there was no one to welcome me or assist me, it took around 10 minutes for me to gain access. The reception is very old, there are large holes in the walls and attempts have been made to cover them up with newspaper. The rooms are clean but not very comfortable. The doors don't close easily and there is a lot of rust on the security gates. The pool area is a shocker, dirty and a a few strange things floating on the surface, swim at your own risk. Around 10.30 in the evening I was awoken by a ring of a door bell and then the telephone at reception, I understand a late check in. There was know one to assist and this went on until 12.00, not sure if the guest gained access.
Couldn't wait to leave and was out by 6.30. Breakfast only served from 8.00. I found the staff unfriendly and u helpful.
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Date of stay: February 2016
2.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
1.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Enchanted42, Owner at Enchanted Guest House
Responded 19 Feb 2016
Dear Valued Guest It would be good to know which room you stayed in so i could address the issues raised with certainty. We have set check in times so not sure what arrangements were made for your check in and do apologise that you had to wait 10 minutes for assistance. Your comments and opinions are noted and we can only respond by saying that the Old Charm of our Guest House is what most visitors find charming. The "large holes" , 30cm x 30cm, in the bottom of the wall at our entrance you refer to were made for a reason being that we are trying to clear some rising damp and the newspaper helps to extract some of the moisture.The holes and newspaper will be gone once our builder decides the moisture content is zero. Our level of comfort is open for debate but we try our best to keep guests happy so would appreciate any constructive comment to improve the level of comfort. Being so close to the ocean our property takes a lot of wear and tear so continuous maintenance is done especially on the iron and woodwork hence the rust on the security gates you refer to. We try our level best to get the rust clear but is a continuous challenge because we also have to maintain safety for our guests. Strange things in the pool , a photo to prove this would help substantiate this . We have strong winds here sometimes so possible a leaf or branch or maybe even the cushions from our pool lounges could have been in the pool. This happens when the wind blows strong in Bantry Bay. As for the bell being ringed after 11pm could have been a guest who was trying to get in , sometimes guests forget their keys , so we can only apologise once again for this inconvenience. Normally guests request an early breakfast if they know that they have to leave early as our breakfast times are clearly stated from 8am to 10.30am. Our staff is normally friendly which is evident from most reviews so once again apologies if they were not towards you dear valued guest. Please feel free to communicate direct with me on info@enchanted.co.za Thank you Ridwaan Adams
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RoshBrown wrote a review Oct 2015
Johannesburg, South Africa
4.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I stayed at the guesthouse for two nights, taken great care of by the very capable Leyla and Muhamed!
Although the building can do with a little bit of maintenance work, especially the exterior, we found the style of the guesthouse to be very enchanting indeed... and the location was perfect.
The staff is very friendly and accommodating, we had to leave for the airport at six in the morning and sure as day, Muhamed was cooking our delicious omelettes at 5 in the morning! What a star he was during our stay, going out of his way to ensure our comfort. I have already recommended this guesthouse to all of my family and friends.

Great value for money, especially taking into consideration the delicious breakfast and the perfect location
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Date of stay: October 2015
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
3.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Enchanted42, General Manager at Enchanted Guest House
Responded 19 Oct 2015
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Brown Thank you for your beautiful review. Mohamed always tries his very best to ensure our guests are happy and he will definitely get up early to make breakfast, nothing is ever out his way :) We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us, we are always looking forward to welcoming you soon. Remember Enchanted is your home away from home :) Thank you and kind regards Leyla
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KieriesG wrote a review Sept 2015
Gauteng, South Africa
2.0 of 5 bubbles
This guest house definitely needs some maintenance work done and we never got breakfast served. There were no staff members in sight, neither any food or coffee. I will not be recommending this guest house to anyone.
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Date of stay: August 2015
1.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
2.0 of 5 bubblesService
3.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Enchanted42, General Manager at Enchanted Guest House
Responded 19 Oct 2015
Dear Kieries Thank you for your review. I am so sorry about your experience, I really wish we knew at what time did you require breakfast, as normally guests will request if they need an early breakfast. I wish we could make it up to you and have you join us for breakfast one day if you in the area, we would love you have to have a different experience or review on us. Thank you and kind regards Leyla
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Noni M asked a question Oct 2016
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Where is this guest house located?
Answer from GermaB
Pretoria, South Africa49 contributions27 helpful votes
Bantry Bay... literally on the rocks of the ocean.
Clive16 wrote a tip Dec 2019
London, United Kingdom27 contributions34 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Rooms 5 and 8 have the sea views"
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Irene C wrote a tip Mar 2018
Johannesburg, South Africa2 contributions1 helpful vote
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Room to face Saunders Rock, and the sea."
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Sarah T wrote a tip Nov 2016
3 contributions3 helpful votes
1.0 of 5 bubbles
"Room 8 has the best views and a large patio"
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Leila B wrote a tip Sept 2015
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa46 contributions22 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Room 8 has the best view"
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Heloise M wrote a tip Aug 2015
1 contribution1 helpful vote
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Private Balcony with pool"
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PRICE RANGE
R 797 - R 1,069 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeCape TownBantry Bay
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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Frequently Asked Questions about Enchanted Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Enchanted Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Saunders' Rocks Beach (0.1 km) and Epic Padel The Glen (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Enchanted Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Enchanted Guest House?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Enchanted Guest House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Enchanted Guest House?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Enchanted Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Zest Restaurant, Jarryds Brunch & Bistro, and Kleinsky's Delicatessen.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Enchanted Guest House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Enchanted Guest House have airport transportation?
Yes, Enchanted Guest House offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Enchanted Guest House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of Bantry Bay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Enchanted Guest House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, and German.
Are there any historical sites close to Enchanted Guest House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Iziko Slave Lodge (3.8 km), City Hall (3.9 km), and Iziko Bo Kaap Museum (3.4 km).
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