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Reviews of Sonnekus Guest House

4 out of 5
Sonnekus Guest House
88 Main Road, St. James, Cape Town, Western Cape

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

karen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The shower was not working upon arrival. The next day, the shower worked, but it was leaking heavily. Also, I dropped a vitamin on the floor. When I went to pick it up, I looked under the bed. The floor under the bed was filthy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa, Seattle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great option for accomodation by the ocean near Cape Town. My room and bathroom were spacious and clean. Staff was accommodating to my arriving very late (after midnight). Parking is a bit tricky but it pays off to be close to all of the wonderful restaurants and shopping in Kalk Bay. I would come back if ever in this area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Precious on 9 Mar 2023
Dear ClarissaThank you for sharing your experience at Sonnekus We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear that you had a great stay with us.Thank you once again for your time and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.Kind regards,Precious MachokoneraGeneral Manager

6/10 Okay

gloria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our check in went well until I discovered they had a wrong name at which point they said the pipes were broken and moved us to a different property. Interesting that when they thought we were someone else, the room was ok. We had to ask about the included breakfast. All was fine, although the new place, not as cozy and not within walking distance of another family members booking made on purpose close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Precious on 9 Mar 2023
Dear GloriaThank you for sharing your experience at Sonnekus We appreciate your feedback.Thank you once again for your time and we hope to welcoming you back soon.Kind regards,Precious MachokoneraGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Ceceilia

Travelled with group
Homely place, warm and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An ideal place to stay in the peninsula area
Very kind hosts, immediate service, very good breakfast, huge room with several windows and stunning views on the sea and the mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy B&B right on the beach
Nice B&B. Very friendly and very well located. Love the area abs so close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from Pat on 29 Dec 2020
Dear Amanda, thank you for staying with us and also for the lovely review. Here's wishing you a very happy New Year, from all at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

Marize

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a wonderfull stay, the film crue did make a lot of noice during the night , but not guest houses fault .Overall a wonderfull stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Response from Pat on 29 Dec 2020
Thank you Marize for staying with us. All at Sonnekus wish you and your loved ones a very blessed and happy New Year.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

PCSF

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly amazing staff. No matter the time no matter what you need there is always a smile
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ingalill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, spotless, friendly - home from home! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Pat on 4 Dec 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for staying with us, and thank also for giving us such a wonderful review. We wish you and your loved ones well over the festive season. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus.

8/10 Good

TERESA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Pat on 22 Oct 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to give us a review. We appreciate all feedback. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

Julia, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless, well positioned, friendly, relaxing and secure.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Pat on 21 Aug 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a lovely review. We look forward to seeing again in the not too distant future. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

Phil, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location, and our host Nick was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Pat on 7 Aug 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for giving us such a great review. We always appreciate feedback. Best wishes, All at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the second time we stayed in this lovely guest house. Pat, Mike and Nick are very friendly and hospitable. The location is great. We enjoyed walking along the walkway to Muizenberg or to the restaurants in Kalk Bay. The breakfast is also excellent, with a variety of fruit, cheeses and yoghurts, as well as a cooked breakfast to order. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Pat on 23 Apr 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for staying with us again, and thank you for taking the time to write us such a wonderful review. We are so glad to hear that we have contributed to making your holiday an enjoyable one. Very best wishes from all at Sonnekus

8/10 Good

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Pat on 12 Feb 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us a rating, we really appreciate the feedback. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A good welcome. The room was noisy, and without aircon and with a noisy fan - which meant window had to be kept open. Otherwise comfortable and thoughtfully supplied
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Pat on 5 Feb 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. I am sorry to hear the fan was noisy, sometimes when they are dusted their weights move and throw them off balance , so I shall get them checked. Kind regards, All at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

PCS, Florissant, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Across a almost private beach. Pretty amazing staff. I cannot fault them at anything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Pat on 29 Jan 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time out to write us such a lovely review. I happy to hear that we contributed to making your holiday a happy and peaceful one. Best wishes, from all at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for watching surfers and the sea. Pat and her family are gracious hosts. We had a beautiful room and walking distance to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Pat on 16 Jan 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a great review. We are so happy to hear that we helped to make your holiday a happy and memorable one. Besy wishes from all at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We spent 30 excellent nights at this guest house. Throughout our stay, we were treated like we were family and better. Pat, Mike, Nick, Alemarie, Joyce and Gladys went out of their way to make us feel at home. Our breakfasts were all great and mostly personalised by Pat or Nick. They all gave us great advice to assist in our daily travel ventures and to keep us safe. Mike saved Maureen's "life" with some help getting medication that she had left at home. We were close (walking distance) to some very nice eating places. Also a great bakery in Kalk Bay a short walk away - brownies were particularly good and it shows on our "figures". We were centrally located for what we wanted. There were plenty of UBERS available when needed. Most of all we were across the road from a nice beach...and to boot we had a beautiful room with a view of the vast ocean. Thanks so much for a great stay. We will be sure to recommend Sonnekus to our friends and family.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Pat on 18 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a fabulous review. WOW. We all loved having you stay with us, and are delighted that you also had such a great time, it truly does make our "work" easy when we have such awesome guests. Have a very blessed and peaceful Christmas with your family and loved ones. Very best wishes, from all at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

shahar

Our host was so nice and she helped us a lot. Great place nice people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Pat on 9 Sept 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a glowing review. We are delighted to hear that you had a good experience with us, and hope your trip up the Garden Route was just as lovely. Kind regards, Pat

10/10 Excellent

Colin, Oxfordshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We couldn't have found a more hospitable place to stay in South Africa. Nothing was too much trouble to make us feel welcome.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Pat on 15 Aug 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a lovely review. All here at Sonnekus are delighted that you felt welcome in our house, it's always great to get to such kind feedback. Warm regards from all here at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely & comfortable room - gracious host - A+
I'm sorry it took so long to write this review. This is a fabulous guest house in Kalk Bay. Your Host Pat is quite lovely and accommodating. The rooms are very nice and the kitchen is well stocked with everything you might need to snack or drink. Delicious home-cooked breakfast as well. Highly recommend Sonnekus House for a comfortable and friendly stay in Kalk Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Pat on 20 Jul 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a glowing review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. The Sonnekus Team are so lucky to have such wonderful Guests who make our work such a pleasure. Best wishes form us all.

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location. Great service. Tip Top.
A truly wonderful experience staying at Sonnekus. Old world charm in abundance with five star service from Pat, Mike and Nick. Cannot think of a single fault with our stay. This truly surpassed every expectation. The thoughtful and tasteful decoration recalling a more genteel age, without being an empty pastiche. We will definitely be visiting again.
Response from Pat on 1 Mar 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a glowing review. You were both such wonderful guests you made our work easy for us. We certainly look forward to seeing you again. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

DONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Pat on 15 Feb 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us such a great rating. Best wishes, All at Sonnekus

8/10 Good

Jeffry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding Value
Outstanding value. If you like the sea you cannot beat the location. My favorite beach in the Cape - Danger Beach - is just across the road from the best surf & water temperature. The addition of private parking made our stay a most enjoyable return to St James. Important, but less so, is its location to 2 of my favorite Cape Town golf courses - Steenburg & Clovelly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Pat on 26 Jan 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a lovely review. We are always happy to hear that we have contributed to making a holiday a happy and memorable one. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Adequte but nothing to make it stand out.
Didnt feel particularly welcome. Told that breakfast was at 8 o'clock and when we explained we needed to leave at 0730 , not even an offer of coffee. Nice building and view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Response from Pat on 26 Jan 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. I am sorry to hear that you didn't feel welcomed into our house, but I am still glad I upgraded your rooms as you have enjoyed the view. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

Morag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Pat on 26 Jan 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us such a lovely rating. Best wishes, All at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

Fiona, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was nice since we were late to check in. Room is big and clean. Breakfast is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Pat on 9 Jan 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. e are always happy to have feedback on cleanliness and friendliness.. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus.

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would highly recommend this family run hotel.
Although very happy with our stay at this accommodation and the great service, I am not happy at this review station, and inability to close out after giving review. You are letting your clients down.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Pat on 9 Jan 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a good review. I am sorry to hear that review mechanism didn't work well for you, and will check with the technical team from Expedia to see if this matter can be resolved. Very best wishes from all at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!
Excellent! Great hosts! Great food! Will definitely be back! Thank you Pat, Mike & Nick.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Pat on 9 Jan 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We all really enjoy your company, so it is very easy to be hospitable. Very best wishes, for the New Year from all at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome breakfast on the terrace was the best
Excellent, friendly and offered a better room at no extra charge
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a wonderful review. We are so happy to hear that you had a great stay with us. May you enjoy a peaceful and blessed Christmas with your family and loved ones, and may the New Year be awesome. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus.

8/10 Good

Juleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us such a good rating. We appreciate your feedback. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Regards, All at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Kona, Hawaii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely Perfect
I have just returned home to Kona Hawaii after two fantastic weeks in Muizenberg South Africa. I stayed at the Sonnekus Guest House and am so glad I did. I tend to be the sort of guy who is up front and honest when someone asks how something was. In this case, I honestly not think of a negative (or even constructive) thing to add to this review. The house, rooms, breakfast and location are excellent but the very best part of staying there is Pat, Mike and Nick. I felt so at home and incredibly welcome. Pat is very personable, knowledgable, funny, and full of life. I am so glad to have met her and loved being around her! Mike (Pat's husband) is also very personable and genuinely a very nice guy. Nick (their adult son) works with them to prepare the amazing breakfast and a host of other behind the scene functions. He is most definitely a significant part of why I highly recommend this guest house! So, while it's obvious that I was thoroughly impressed with my hosts, the property itself is beautiful. The house has been exceptionally well kept and is very beautifully decorated. This place has quality written all over it from the mattresses and bedding, to the beautiful furniture, bathrooms, living room, grounds and dining room. I cannot recommend Sonnekus Guest House highly enough.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2017
Response from Pat on 3 Nov 2017
Dear Guest, Gosh, Thank you for taking the time to write us such an awesome review. We really enjoyed your company as well, and look forward to seeing you again another time. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

Mary, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A real gem on the sea
After a month of traveling, we ended our Africa adventure with the warm, wonderful, generous and gracious hosts at Sonnekus Guest House. Our stay was superb. The accommodations absolutely clean and comfortable. The breakfast delicious and bountiful. Most importantly, Pat and her family were a delight...going beyond the norm with their hospitality. Only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from Pat on 3 Nov 2017
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a glowing review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed being with us, and perhaps one day you will return and then you can stay longer. Best wishes from all at Sonnekus

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxation
It was the place i needed to rest. It was really lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us such a good rating. I am so pleased to hear that you were rested when you left us. Best wishes From all at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

F H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Dear Guest Thank you for taking the time to give us such a great rating. We appreciate the feedback. Kind regards, All at Sonnekus

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An amazing stay!!
This was a wonderful experience for us. After travelling around some of South Africa we were looking forward to staying in one place for a few days and couldn't have picked a better place. Pat, the owner, was very accommodating and so pleasant at all times. Nick, her son, was also very easy to deal with and very informative; we even booked a tour with him as guide (through his touring company, TourScape) to Cape Point and that was one of the highlights of our trip. The views of ocean and mountains were spectacular. They went above and beyond and set up an extra bed in our (very spacious) room to allow our daughter to come and spend a night with us. I can guarantee that should we return to St. James we know exactly where we will stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best in Kalk Bay.
If you want a luxurious stay in Kalk Bay, this is the place,very spacious accommodation, an excellent host and a breakfast to die for, lots of choice and plenty of it, we were spoiled here from the moment we arrived, no need to say more.
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. Best wishes, Everyone at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

Selwyn, Los Angeles CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family run- caring and considerate: six stars
Ranks with the world's best and especially because of the warmth and attention of the owners and their staff, all of whom went the extra mile to make our stay like home.
Response from Mother1 on 13 Apr 2017
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a great review. We really appreciate the positive feedback as it helps other travellers to choose us as their destination. Very best wishes, All at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect St James BnB
Wonderful one night stay with my 92 year old mother and a very welcoming host. It was ideal to have the option of their ground floor room for her as she struggles with stairs.One suggestion might be the option of an early morning self service breakfast if one is unable to stay for their full delicious breakfast on offer
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a lovely review. We are so happy we could accommodate your Mom's need to be downstairs, and we've noted your suggestion of a self serve breakfast for those very early morning travellers. Very best wishes, All at Sonnekus.

10/10 Excellent

actuve retirees, uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very spacious rooms, close to sea.
We stayed in eight different locations during our trip to South Africa and this was the best accommodation. Huge room, lots of light. Safe and secure. Excellent location for touring the Peninsula.
Response from Mother1 on 20 Mar 2017
Dear Guests, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a glowing review. We really appreciate positive feedback. Kind regards, The Sonnekus Team

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding
A lovely family run guest house with enormous rooms and fabulously convenient location. Although on the main road it is quiet inside and just 10-15 minutes walk from great fish restaurants at Kalk Bay. The fact that most other guests had stayed previously says it all. We will certainly return
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a glowing review. We really appreciate the positive feedback, and will share it with the team. Very best wishes, The Sonnekus Team.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beach front Gem
Simply divine location with free parking , free WiFi and Amazing Breakfast . BIG rooms with great bathrooms . yes slightly old fashioned , traditional style but that homely feel was perfect for us. Finally as drinkers to have a huge Fridge downstairs full of booze that you access as required and just write down what you take ( honesty bar ) was superb. £3 a bottle of wine WOW! NO NEGATIVES TO REPORT Xx Pat Mike & Nick Thank you x
Response from The happy hostess. on 18 Jan 2017
Thank you for taking the time to write us such a wonderful review, it's really great to have such happy, satisfied guests.

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was happy with my weekend @ Sonnekus the only thing I was not happy with its the TV. as my kids love to watch their program in the dstv there was no channels for them to watch.
Response from General Manager on 18 Jan 2017
Thank you for taking the time to write us a review, we really appreciate your input. I must apologize for not thinking to change the TV channels to accommodate your children.

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A sunrise not to be missed
Our 2 nights were comfortable and relaxed - the hosts were accommodating and interesting - breakfast was excellent - conversations with hosts - always eager to help us - provided interesting history of their personal courage and their journey and the building which made us feel a part of the place and the people - the house is beautifully crafted, so well done wherever an eye might land, simple and beautiful workmanship. additionally, has direct beach access across the street - clean, inviting and in a beautiful location. the front porch seems a gallery seat to the world - sunrise there the most incredible we have ever witnessed.
Response from General Manager on 18 Jan 2017
Thank yo for taking the time to write us such a wonderful review. We really appreciate your positive feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent very good food very helpfull freindly good location would definiently go again good value for money
Response from General Manager on 18 Jan 2017
Thank you for taking the time to write us such a wonderful review. Happy New Year to you and all your loved ones.

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb stay which I couldn't fault
A very warm welcome from Pat, easy and quick check in. Our room (Cowrie) was enormous, the biggest room I have ever stayed in. Totally my style of decor with a big comfortable bed. Views of the ocean were to die for. Easy drive to points of interest, fantastic sunset from Chapmans peak and lovely dining options. We loved our stay, only wish we had stayed longer. Thank you to Pat and the team for making our stay wonderful