Sonnekus Guest House, Cape TownSonnekus Guest House in Cape Town, South Africa has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 40 of 164 hotels we score in Cape Town. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.8. Rooms from about $69 a night (cached, not a live quote).Sonnekus Guest House is a boutique hotel situated in St. James at the foot of the St. James Mountain. Housed in a restored 1926 building, the property overlooks False Bay and sits within walking distance of St. James Beach. It features 11 uniquely decorated rooms with views of either the sea or the mountains. Facilities include an on-site restaurant and bistro, a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness room, and a full-service spa. The guest house also provides free parking and Wi-Fi. It suits travellers looking for coastal scenery and quiet surroundings, though the limited number of rooms means space is restricted.What stands out

Sea and mountain views

On-site restaurant and bistro

Spa and fitness facilities

Walking distance to the beach

Watch out for

Only 11 rooms available

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