Having visited 80+ countries and even more guest houses, my wife and I, of German/Sri Lankan origin, were totally overwhelmed by the friendliness and fondness showed by Zen, the lovely host of this cozy, comfy guest house in the Mother City, Cape Town. The management was super friendly and went above and beyond their call of duty. All possible wishes and requests were attended to within shortest time.

The country-style house, with a charming garden and an inviting pool, is situated in a safe and quiet residential Cape Town area, just a short drive away from the lively and picturesque city. The house has a well-equipped kitchen which inspired my wife to conjure delicious dishes to everybody’s satisfaction. We got to know and love so many nice Capetonians with thanks to our wonderful host, who integrated us in her large circle of friends. We truly felt like in our own second home in ‘faraway’ South Africa. Four weeks flew by before we could even know it. And how we wished we could have extended our stay…

Dear Zen, yes, we are earnestly counting the days for our next rendezvous. Lots of love to you, your lovely daughter (who even lent me her best guitar!) and also to your friendly and helpful staff.

Felix Leanage – March 2019
(Trip Advisor – 5/5)

Great Value for Money! Very Pleasant stay. Home away from home

Quinton Jacobs – March 2019
(Air bnb)

Zen has really thought this through. Everything you could possibly need is there and presented in a stylish and convenient way. A first class experience.

David Chesters – February 2019
(Air bnb)

Amazing stay..great food …friendly staff ..home away from home..
Very safe neighbourhood, looking forward to my next visit

Logan Smeda – February 2019
(Trip Advisor – 5/5)

Very homely space, with a touch of luxury. Love the garden and the step. Also convenient to shops and town.

Karen Crusoe – February 2019
(Trip Advisor – 5/5)

Everything was perfect….Zen is the most kindest loving person I have met. She and her staff went out of their way to make us feel us so welcome. I will go back and back again. It’s a hidden gem.. May God bless her and her guesthouse. Kind Regards

Rachel (GB) – January 2019
(Booking.com)

Perfect – comfortable, stylish, close to airport and walking distance to a great fish restaurant! The best hosts ever – Zen couldn’t do enough for us. She even gave us her dinner reservation.

Peter – January 2019
(Booking.com)

A group of six after a fantastic week on the garden route arrived at Zen’s. She couldn’t have been more helpful and the guest house was just perfect. Ideally situated and with a room backing on to the garden pool I would thoroughly recommend this guest house to anyone. Thank you Zen

Barry David Jones – January 2019
(Trip Advisor – 5/5)

We wanted to stay near the airport for an early flight. Zen’s place was just 10 minutes’ drive away. It is lovely accommodation in a peaceful suburb. Zen went out of her way to make sure our stay was perfect. She even gave up her own reservation at a fabulous nearby seafood restaurant to us. A complete gem!

Rachel Postlethwaite – January 2019
(Trip Advisor – 5/5)

A great beginning and ending to a wonderful adventure in South Africa. A wonderful haven for anyone staying in Cape Town. Zen a superb host nothing too much trouble. We felt so at home here.

Sophia Van Der Merwe – January 2019
(Booking.com)

This was my second time staying here and had a great stay as expected! Highly recommended!

Rachana Bedekar – August 2018
(Air bnb)

Second time I stayed here, awesome. Rooms are perfect. Zen is a great host.

Waldo Engelbrecht – February 2018
(Air bnb)

Myself and my girlfriend spent a few days over the festive season at Zen’s beautiful home. Her hospitality was amazing and the facilities were too. When I return to Cape Town in the near future I will be sure to make use of Zen’s Airbnb services. Great value for money and most importantly we felt welcome into Zen’s home.

Brett Scott – December 2017
(Air bnb)

As a family we have been going through a really difficult time with my mum being in hospital. Zen was literally and figuratively what we were praying for! Zen the owner was so caring and accommodating…making sure my dad who was a bit rattled feel at home. Thank you so much I am sure we will be back. I highly recommend this venue.

Kate – August 2016

The most beautiful peaceful guesthouse I have ever stayed in!

Firstly the host ZEN is a wonderful fun and loving person she really makes the guesthouse most comfortable you will feel at home even though you away from home.

I will recommend the inn style guest house to anyone it’s the most beautiful peaceful place to stay and it’s so central and the area Pinelands is also very beautiful. We want to thank you Zen for the most wonderful stay

Simone & Bradley – February 2016

Excellent facilities. Fantastic hospitality. Could not have chosen a better value for money accommodation to end off our visit to Cape Town. Highly recommended. Value for money. Kitchen facilities great. Ideally situated to all locations. To summarize in short. A winner

Thank you very much for making your place our place during the stay. Thanks so much for the friendly hospitality.

Jacques, Brenda, Heather, Micaela, Rachel and Le Roux – January 2016

Zen and partner were very welcoming and I enjoyed the interaction. Set in a quiet setting, which I appreciated. Room was clean, neat and had everything well laid out and organised. 5 star accommodation and hospitality!!!

Uven Pillay – January 2016

Zen is a wonderful host, very friendly and welcoming. Her guesthouse welcomes everyone from the start, and an easy spot to explore Cape Town and it surroundings. We stayed there during NYE, and would definitely come back!

Jasper Goeman – January 2016

This was my first time using Airbnb and I was very hesitant at first, until I booked with Zen. I was greeted by a lovely lady named Sylvia who greeted me with a big smile and a warm welcome. Zen was so helpful and the perfect host, made me feel so welcome. An absolutely beautiful room and such a tranquil area to relax. I highly recommend staying with Zen, no matter how long your stay. This will be my first choice every time when visiting Cape Town. A great experience, enjoyed my stay so much all because of Zen and her wonderful hospitality. Ten out of ten!

Celeste Van Der Watt – November 2015

I enjoyed my stay beautiful rooms, friendly owner will surely visit again

Maryna Schoeman – November 2015