Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse
21 Warren Street 8001 Tamboerskloof, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
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Jardin d'Ebene is an old Cape Dutch homestead that has been meticulously refurbished and decorated in a refined contemporary African style. It is situated in the heart of the city bowl, right below Table Mountain. All five rooms are all uniquely designed adding flair and character and do have their own luxurious open en-suite bathroom. The tranquil grounds boast a relaxing day-bed nestled in the garden. As well as a plunge pool and sundeck with breathtaking views of Lions Head.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Hiking
Bicycle tours
Airport transportation
Baggage storage
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Special diet menus
Walking tours
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
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24-hour check-in
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Languages Spoken
English, French, German, Xhosa
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21 Warren Street 8001 Tamboerskloof, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
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Somewhat walkable
Grade: 71 out of 100
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Really charming and laid back place in a quiet neighbourhood. Love that you can safely walk for 10 minutes to an area with half a dozen great small restaurants with superb food, then safely walk home at night. Rolland and his staff are really welcoming and helpful each day assisting with plans.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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We stayed for 2 nights here and would highly recommend anyone to stay here. As other reviews gave said, Roland is a great host who has a daily chat with you over breakfast and if you share your plans will provide superb advice and recommendations. We stayed in the Lion room with a lovely double bed and a great shower.
Breakfast was choice of cold fruit, yoghurts, bread, cheese and meats, even before you consider any of the cooked options offered to you.
Lovely.
Breakfast was choice of cold fruit, yoghurts, bread, cheese and meats, even before you consider any of the cooked options offered to you.
Lovely.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed at the Jardin d'ébène guesthouse for three nights at the beginning of our holidays in South Africa. It is located close to the center and in walking distance to many good restaurants. We were warmly received by the hosts Roland and Alex. The “Zebra” room was spacious and very clean, and the bed comfortable. We had an extra bed for our daughter. The honesty bar offered cold water, wine, drinks, and fruits around the clock. Roland was genuinely friendly, always available for a chat, gave tips on what to do, yet with a good sense when guests want to be on their own, and kindly reserved all the restaurants for us. The breakfast was delicious and included müsli, cold-cuts and cheese, jam, and eggs made to order. We loved the fact that the breakfast was served at the table as a buffet was not possible due to covid. We enjoyed our stay very much and will come back the next time we will be in Cape Town. A big thank you from all our family.
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Date of stay: February 2022
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For my taste, Jardin d'Ebene is the perfect place to stay in Cape Town. It is located in a wonderful part of town, and exudes a tastefully elegant charm that feels like home. I stayed there with my son, coming to hike, scuba dive, and see the natural beauty of the area, along with the city itself.
The neighborhood is quiet, and safe, with room for street parking. Access to other areas is easy via Kloof Nek Road and Kloof Street which are 2 and 3 blocks away. There are fabulous restaurants, with a variety of cuisines, within easy walking distance on Kloof Street. The distance to the Company's Gardens, District 6 Museum, Bo-Kaap, and Castle of Good Hope is walkable. There is easy driving access to the V and A Waterfront, Lion's Head, Table Mountain Cable Car, Hout Bay, Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, and the Cape of Good Hope peninsula.
Our room was equipped with an extremely quiet air conditioner. The included breakfasts were wonderful and exceeded my expectations. There are a very large number of breakfast selections that are made to order, ample portions, all sorts of coffee, tea and delicious orange juice. Each breakfast included a in season fresh fruit tray with items such as pineapple, kiwi, watermelon, mango, papaya, and dragon fruit. The courtyard has beautiful plantings of palms, hibiscus tree, succulents etc.
The best part of staying at Jardin d'Ebene is the owners and staff. The staff are polite, gracious and friendly. Roland and Alexandra are consummate hosts. Roland is a tremendous source of practical information including what to see, how to get there, where to eat, local customs, safe walking routes and local area weather reports. At breakfast each morning he would ask what we were considering doing that day, give valuable advice, and check local weather reports to see which areas outside of Cape Town would have the best weather that day. He really helped to make our vacation an enjoyable one.
The neighborhood is quiet, and safe, with room for street parking. Access to other areas is easy via Kloof Nek Road and Kloof Street which are 2 and 3 blocks away. There are fabulous restaurants, with a variety of cuisines, within easy walking distance on Kloof Street. The distance to the Company's Gardens, District 6 Museum, Bo-Kaap, and Castle of Good Hope is walkable. There is easy driving access to the V and A Waterfront, Lion's Head, Table Mountain Cable Car, Hout Bay, Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, and the Cape of Good Hope peninsula.
Our room was equipped with an extremely quiet air conditioner. The included breakfasts were wonderful and exceeded my expectations. There are a very large number of breakfast selections that are made to order, ample portions, all sorts of coffee, tea and delicious orange juice. Each breakfast included a in season fresh fruit tray with items such as pineapple, kiwi, watermelon, mango, papaya, and dragon fruit. The courtyard has beautiful plantings of palms, hibiscus tree, succulents etc.
The best part of staying at Jardin d'Ebene is the owners and staff. The staff are polite, gracious and friendly. Roland and Alexandra are consummate hosts. Roland is a tremendous source of practical information including what to see, how to get there, where to eat, local customs, safe walking routes and local area weather reports. At breakfast each morning he would ask what we were considering doing that day, give valuable advice, and check local weather reports to see which areas outside of Cape Town would have the best weather that day. He really helped to make our vacation an enjoyable one.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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This is made my third stay at this boutique guesthouse. I can’t imagine coming to Cape Town and not spending time in this lovely, peaceful oasis - with first rate staff. The rooms are beautiful with decor that is authentic to the region. Breakfast is served in a charming garden area, with plenty of options available. The home is centrally located very close to table Mountain and only an Uber ride away from all destinations of interest. Don’t miss this place! Thank you Roland, Alex, Bongi, Chris, Porsche and Romario!
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Everything was perfect and I wouldn’t choose to stay anywhere else in Cape Town. Roland was a lovely host and extremely helpful in giving local tips, places to visit and restaurant recommendations. The guest house was so peaceful with very comfortable spacious room and relaxing common areas to sit, an honesty bar and even fruit and muffins! Delicious breakfast too with so many options to choose from. Great location and felt very safe. Couldn’t fault it and would love to return one day!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Great location, super-helpful staff and truly amazing visual experience. We visited during lockdown Level 4 and the Jardin was an oasis of tranquility and positive energy. We had to order a take-out dinner due to the lockdown level, and Christof very kindly brought all the cutlery and crockery we needed out to the terrace!
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Date of stay: July 2021
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We loved the tasteful interior decoration. The breakfast was delicious. The owners were very helpful with suggestions and tips. The garden is luxurious. The only slightly negative point is the size of the pool but you can just relax near it and enjoy the trees in the garden.
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Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Jardin was our introduction stay to South Africa and we couldn’t have planned it better. Roland, our host made everything possible. He was informative and accessible throughout our stay of 5 nights providing us with the details one needs to navigate the city of Cape Town, including lovely neighborhood restaurants.
The accommodations were warm and welcoming in fact on our early arrival Roland sat us down immediately for breakfast. The breakfast at Jardin was probably the best we had in all the 9 guest houses and resorts we have stayed in our month long trip. It’s a breakfast that will prepare for any hike on Table Mountain. Our room (The Zebra) was large and comfortable AC worked well when needed, the bath large and roomy.
Jardin has a loyal and competent staff always ready to support guests’ needs in a professional and experienced manner.
Were we to return we would stay with Roland at Jardin d’Ebene.
The accommodations were warm and welcoming in fact on our early arrival Roland sat us down immediately for breakfast. The breakfast at Jardin was probably the best we had in all the 9 guest houses and resorts we have stayed in our month long trip. It’s a breakfast that will prepare for any hike on Table Mountain. Our room (The Zebra) was large and comfortable AC worked well when needed, the bath large and roomy.
Jardin has a loyal and competent staff always ready to support guests’ needs in a professional and experienced manner.
Were we to return we would stay with Roland at Jardin d’Ebene.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed at Roland & Alexandra’s place for 5 nights exploring Cape Town and it was absolutely perfect! Ronald is very helpful during your breakfast sessions (which are also very nice) for all kind of tips (surrounding, food, activities and safety) :)
Our room was very romantic with the bathtub in an open space in a real African vibe!
An absolutely perfect start (for us), or end time of your trip :)
Thank you so much!
Love
Rene & Dagmar
Our room was very romantic with the bathtub in an open space in a real African vibe!
An absolutely perfect start (for us), or end time of your trip :)
Thank you so much!
Love
Rene & Dagmar
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Dear Sarah, sorry for late reply... walking to and from Kloof Street is no problem... Thank you, Roland
If you let us know in advance we will arrange vegan options - fresh fruits are always on the breakfast table...
Dear Cheryl,
our Buffalo Luxury Room has a twin bed facility, all other rooms have double beds - Queen Size Extra Length in our Standard Rooms and King Size Extra Length in the Luxury Rooms. If you want to book please send a mail to us with the booking dates and we make a plan that the Twin Room is available.
We are very centrally located in Cape Town - the city centre is easy reachable by foot, we also arrange tours for you if you do not have an own car. Kirstenbosch Gardens is about a 20 to 30 minutes drive away, but you can reach it for example with the Hop On/Hop Off bus - a very convenient way to explore the city. The Robben Island Ferry is just a 10 minutes drive away - if you want to take a taxi it will cost you approx. 50 - 60 Rand per trip to the V&A Waterfront.
If you want to see the penguin colony it makes sense to combine it with the Tour to the Cape of Good Hope - you could do it on a half day tour, but I always recommend a full day tour, which we also could arrange you. You will be picked up at the guesthouse and when you come back they return you to the guesthouse, or to any other place in the city...
We have plenty of VERY good restaurants within walking distance from our guesthouse (5 to 10 minutes) and it is safe to walk there even at night.
We also have a MyCiti Bus Stop nearby if you want to use public transport to travel in the city.
It's not easy to mention all possibilities you have in a short message - if you have any further questions please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
Thanks and have a great day,
Roland
PRICE RANGE
R 1,877 - R 2,834 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeCape TownCape Town CentralTamboerskloof / City Bowl
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse
Which popular attractions are close to Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Nearby attractions include The Black Sheep Agency (0.3 km), Christopher Moller Gallery (0.5 km), and Cape Insights - Special Interest Tours (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Yes, free parking, secured parking, and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Conveniently located restaurants include Miller's Thumb, Manna Epicure, and Beleza Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse have airport transportation?
Yes, Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, and Xhosa.
Are there any historical sites close to Jardin d'Ebene Boutique Guesthouse?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Iziko Slave Lodge (1.6 km), City Hall (1.5 km), and Iziko Bo Kaap Museum (1.4 km).