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Villa Viva Cape TownvsWelgelegen House
Both properties are endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, Welgelegen ranks marginally better than The Backpack. Welgelegen ranks #38 in Cape Town with recommendations from 4 publications like The Telegraph, Fodor's and Rough Guide.
Villa Viva Cape Town
Rough Guide
Time Out
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
74 New Church Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $17/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Rough Guide "An excellent lodge in four interconnected houses, on the cusp of the City Bowl suburbs and the city centre, and easily walkable to both, in a much quieter location than Long St."
Time Out "Its status as a five-star backpackers' is ensured by its stylish interior, clean and neat rooms,." Full review
Lonely Planet "This Fair Trade in Tourism–accredited operation offers affordable style, a buzzy vibe and fantastic staff." Full review
The Telegraph6.0
"An upmarket budget backpacker hostel, with a pool, on the edge of Cape Town." Full review
Welgelegen House Rough Guide The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Fodor's
6 Stephen Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
From $267/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "A Victorian guesthouse with mountain views and furnished with considerable style."
The Telegraph8.0
"This is one of the best-value guest houses in the city, and a personal favourite when booking for friends or family visiting from the UK." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Seductively simple, Welgelegen hotel is a boutique B&B in Cape Town a short stroll from chic Kloof Street." Full review
Fodor's "The look is a mixture of African chic and romantic whimsy, and the pretty courtyard is a good place to relax after a busy day." Full review
