Reviews of Acorn House
Wildlife sightings and reviews
34 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Acorn House and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"We loved this place!"
Breakfast was great and plentiful and suggestions of things to do and the best times to go were much appreciated." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 6n in South Africa
"Great Stay at Acorn House"
We were a ten minute walk from the Red Line tourist bus across from Mount Nelson Hotel. We rented a car and parked right in front of the house and could route quickly and easlily throughout the city and its environs. We had easy access to the M3 for our drive to Cape Point and the N2 to the Airport. Breakfasts were wonderful with a wide assortment hot and cold.
Our upstairs room "Park" was very comfortable with an outside deck overlooking the city lights and bay, Lion's head to the west and Table Mountain. If we return to Cape Town, we would not consider staying anywhere else." See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana; 4n in South Africa; 2n in Zambia
"Lovely home, great location, top breakfast"
Nice location at the foot of Table Mountain, views of the top from the garden area. We walked right down to V&A waterfront from Acorn House, but it's quite a distance. For an easy evening meal there is a small deli on the corner, where you can order hot meals to eat there or take back to Acorn House where they are very accomodating. We travelled in two 4x4 Toyota Hi-lux vehicles which were parked on the road outside Acorn House at night.
Unfortunately, at some stage during our 4 night stay, both spare wheels were stolen from underneath the vehicles. Of course, this can happen anywhere in Cape Town, or in the world for that matter, so this is not a bad reflection on Acorn House or the Orangezicht area, just something to be aware of. We would definitely stay here again next time and highly recommend this property." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa; 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
"Acorn House Cape Town an absolute GEM"
The staff, accommodation, breakfasts and service levels exceeded our expectations.
Our room was a cottage at the rear of the garden complete with lounge, with t.v. and stereo, private garden with outdoor table and chairs.
There were unlimited pots of coffee/ tea etc. at no charge.
In the lounge there was free port and an honesty bar.
On one evening we wanted to eat light and decided to go to the deli across the road.... buy what you need and bring it back we were told, expecting to eat it in our room.... BUT NO.. a table complete with candles, flowers was laid up just for us on the patio by the pool.. all at no charge.. they even heated our pasta meal and provided glasses for a very nice bottle of wine from the honesty bar.
Do not hesitate if you are thinking of staying here in Cape Town... great location, just grat all round" See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa
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