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A lovely hotel, great location, nice rooms, friendly helpful staff (especially Ayanda on reception), great views of the stunning Amphitheatre. The free wifi is good too. But a couple of complaints: 1)Paying R110 for a breakfast omelette and R170 for a pasta dinner is just not on. I understand the concept behind a buffet, but there should be an alternative for the not-so-greedy. My advice is eat dinner at the truly delicious Tower of Pizza just down the road and open till 9pm. Instead of a R340 bill for the buffet dinner, we spent R150 on a huge meal at the Tower and it was divine. 2) One of my pet hates is when the hotel staff have the bar TV on their choice of channel. This should be monitored. I really don’t want to sit on the bar verandah on my holiday and have to listen to the news in Xhosa or, even worse, to soap operas like Isidingo just because the staff are bored. 3) The lounge has been “modernised”. The result is the most uncomfortable couches in the hotel world. The Berg is about lounging around in comfortable chairs reading and talking. The new couches are the sort you expect in a waiting room or an airport lounge. Please, all the couches should be like the comfy leather lounges in the bar. But you can’t beat the location and views. A very nice hotel and definitely worth at least a 3 Star rating (possibly more when you consider what you get in Paris for 3 Stars)

The Blackheath Lodge was a great place to stay in a quite location, taxis are cheap so it's easy to get around. With so few rooms you get great personalised service, the staff were outstanding, especially Michelle who arranged for all our day tours during our stay. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again or recommend it to others who like to stay somewhere with character. Breakfast was excellent. If you're looking for local cuisine I recommend taking a taxi to The Africa Cafe. They have a 15 course tasting plate which was a real highlight.

Our room was on the pool deck and had a beautiful view overlooking the ocean. We found it very quiet and the staff were very helpful. Breakfast had many selections of fruit and breads as well the chef would prepare eggs to your likening. Each day there was a breakfast special. Lunch was available for a charge however we were always out and did not eat there. As is commom to most of South Africa we were encouraged not to walk after dark and to take a taxi if we were in Camps Bay for supper.

Can I say fabulous again...this was by far the best hotel that I have been too and I stay at five star hotels...but the service and grounds were awesome. I think there are 10 rooms so very intimate. The room(suite?)I stayed in had a private outdoor space that included shower, hot tub, lounge area and table and chars that we had breakfast the next morning. The room has a fireplace and a beautiful spa bathroom with soaking tub for two...very romantic...I will definitely return on my next trip to South Africa. I forgot to say that the airport transfer is in a old Rolls Royce...can you say class...family owned and operated hotel.

Our stay was great. You have to pay for parking but thats with most hotels around and witin city. The staff was very friendly and hospitable. The wifi is very fast and reliable although you must have a local south african number to send code to get through to internet.This does not go well with international guest who have no access to south african number . The hotel itself is nice and being upgraded from the last visit. Breakfast is great. The area itself (durban city on the whole) is not recommended to walk outside with valubales...watch,phone,purses....u can and will get robbed. Sobbe very careful of your environment. So all in all i highly recommend if you want to stay in city area. If you get a reasonable price go for it. However, umhlanga is the best area if you are looking for luxury,shopping, restaurants, and nightlife.

The hotel was one of many that my wife and I stayed in during a three week visit to South Africa and is was exceptional. The room, breakfast, swimming and public areas were excellent. The only criticism (but I knew this before I booked)was that it is some 2.5miles from Franschhoek. However it did provide a shuttles into town three times a day. I will stay here agin rat assured,

Probably the loveliest guest house we stayed at during our visit to South Africa. Peter and Bradley were amazing hosts and went out of their way to be helpful and ensure we enjoyed our short visit. Wish we could have stayed longer, we didn't want to leave, it was so peaceful and the garden and pool were fantastic. Peter suggested a lovely winery for dinner which we thoroughly enjoyed. Many thanks guys we would love to return.

We were a couple from China on holiday in Cape Town. Our experiences of staying at 3 Camps Bay were superb. Marcell the property manager took great care of explaining to us the nearby sights, the great restaurants, and the different amenities that the hotel offers. The hotel is meticulously kept and all the staff showed proud and enthusiasm in serving the guests. Every day we were looking forward to the wide array of fresh breakfast the moment we opened our eyes. They also have a very handsome house cat named "Milan". we definitely cherished our stay with 3 camps, and look forward to calling here our home again on our next visit to South Africa!!

The accommodation was first class, spacious, clean and very comfortable. The staff friendly and helpful. The game drivers friendly and informative. Everything is very well organised. Because the lodge is in an open space all sorts of animals can wander through, therefore, in the evening when it is dark, you must be escorted to and from your lodge. The food was excellent. You are given a choice of menu in the afternoon before the game drive and your meal is ready on your return. When you return from the game drive, hot flannels and a drink await you. My only small comment is everything is very formal in the dining area. During our stay there were lots of couples and all the tables were set up to accommodate each couple. Everybody spoke in hushed tones. I felt very uncomfortable with the silence. At other safari lodges, smaller tables are available but there are also larger tables so that you can chat to people befriended on your game drive. It's more social and less formal.

Overall we were very impressed with this property. We checked in late and we were upgraded as the property was not very busy on the night. :) This was a lovely gesture. Our room was large and well appointed. Dressing gowns awaited us. All the facilities one could think of were available! The dinner was excellent. Really enjoyed my camembert starter. The manageress on duty was friendly and accommodating. We felt very relaxed and looked after. There is a well stocked honesty bar that had everything we felt like during our stay. We even squeezed in a game of pool after dinner :) Massive safe secure parking area for your vehicle. Spectacular view which unfortunately we didn't have enough time to enjoy. Loved this hotel :D

Upon our arrive staff provided wrong information on availability of restaurant - that was why we stayed there. Bad start. Room was OK but heater didn't work right. Just about everything was just a bit off. For the price point expected much, much better. I would give property low four stars at best. Exception to the above - The Tasting Room was a fabulous experience. If in Franschoek you should definitely have dinner there but I recommend staying somewhere else - not a good value.

We stayed twice at Dunkley House after we arrived in Cape Town and before leaving. We went out to take the Garden Route in between. The staff were great. Very helpful and always smiling. They also gave us a better room than what we got from Agoda, which was a welcome surprise. We even asked if we can use the same room during our second trip and they kindly said yes. Rooms were cleaned daily and bathrooms were excellent. They have snack / drink bars near the rooms which makes it convenient to grab water, soda or beer if you just want to chill in the room. The location is perfect for those looking for some peace and quiet after a full day of tourist stuff. It's about 10-15 mins from Long Street, 5 mins from Company Gardens, 10 mins from District Six Museum, and those looking for a Catholic Church, it's just a short 7 mins walk. There are also 2 hop on hop off stops near the house (yellow route). Also, a short walk takes you to a gas station that has a full grocery and fast food (burger, pizza). I just wish we got to use the pool which was very inviting, but the weather was a bit cold to dip. :) Will definitely stay here again and will recommmend this to my friends.

Staff were incredibly professional, lovely, helpful and warm. Food was the best we had tried so far on our South African travels. Location is absolutely beautiful, with views of mountains, vineyards and the water/lake (especially the dining area). I can see why many people have their wedding there. I find it difficult writing reviews as I don’t want to seem in-genuine, but this place deserves all the great words I used.

We only stayed for one night but wish we had booked for many more! We had thought about having dinner in Franschhoek as we had read about the number of great restaurants but are very glad that we ended up returning for a fantastic dinner at the hotel with a 5* MCC sparkling to start the evening off right! After dinner we relaxed on the back porch of our room and watched the millions of stars.

The spa was excellent. He rooms were large, with a comfortable king bed and an amazing shower and bath combo. The rooms and hotel were kept clean throughout ur stay. The area felt very safe to walk around at all times of the day and night. (Pleased to see only a few electric/barbed fences in this area). Unfortunately the spas location leaves it quite a distance from any positive attraction apart from De Kelder (the best restaurant so far in South Africa). The BoardWalk is around 15-20 minutes walk away and then it's a further 10-15 minutes to the Humewood restaurants, which is more the layout of PE rather than the hotels shortcomings. The restaurant at Isango is hit and miss. Dinner the first night was delicious and well presented. Room service the following night and then dinner on our final night were both less than satisfactory. (Perhaps a different chef). Staff were also very friendly, however there never seemed to be a bartender available for drinks by the pool and when calling reception at night or early mornings there were times when no one answered.

I have been in the hospitality industry for almost 20 years. In the last 5 of these years my family and I have traveled to many lodges, hotels, resorts, spa's and back packers enjoying life, well trying to anyways. To often, actually almost 90% of the time we are disappointed. Being Lilizela award runner ups and winners my wife and I pride ourselves on service and expect the same everywhere we go. On arriving cold wet and miserable, just the atmosphere of this hidden gem perked up our spirits. Staff were warm welcoming and although the room we booked was not available due to a hickup with maintenance issues, this was not a problem as we were upgraded to a magnificent unit. Nothing was to much to ask from this phenomenally run Lodge / resort. The food, second to non, honestly you have to eat it to believe it. Accommodation is quaint simple practical, not luxury but a home away from home. Staff were incredible. 100% recommended.

I really felt that this was our best stay in South Africa. We loved everybit of it. Game drive : Our guide Elode was super informative and good to speak with. We were as close as 1-2 metres from the animals and she really made sure we had a great time. Food : The buffet spread was amazing and we just could not stop eating. Being a vegetarian, I got such delicious food. Spa : One of the best spa experiences. Really relaxing Staff was also quite friendly. Highly recommended. Rooms were beautiful and everything was well looked after. Only thing I did not like was that its way too expensive to get transfers to Cape town from them(240 USD per person per trip). Thats ridiculous! Also the power cut is often so not so good. All in all super value for money!

We arrived in a rental car and thought perhaps a four wheel drive would have been a better option. Having got over the drive in we were presented with a secluded complex of small lodges which gave us a real feel for being away from it all. The staff were all lovely and welcoming. We went on 2 safaris and enjoyed both immensely. We didn’t drive our car until we left. So it was a great way to relax enjoy and be shown the delights of the natural wonders of South Africa. 3 nights is ideal to do one safari per day and give ample time to enjoy the facilities available Great choice

My boyfriend and I just spent two nights at Tambuti Lodge last week. I've been on two safaris previously in Sabi Sands, and Tambuti Lodge (though being far less expensive than Sabi Sands) exceeded every expectation of what a South African safari could be!! From the incredible service to the fabulous meals (including a private dinner beautifully served in our room) to the amazing animal sightings (hello, lions, elephants, cheetahs, brown hyenas and more!), it was just an absolutely incredible trip. Plus it was incredibly low hassle - no planes or pills needed. It's easily accessible from Johannesburg (use Rhino Shuttles for private transport if you're uncomfortable driving yourselves) and malaria-free. I'd recommend this lodge to anyone - family, business traveler, couple, solo traveler. It's truly incredible!!