Old Foundry Hotel by Ideas Cartel

Hotels
7.9 (1871 reviews)
16 Ebenezer Road , Cape Town , za

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Beautiful hotel
Cons:
Room quality issues
Limited amenities
Value for money concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Generally clean hotel; specific mention of cleanliness was positive.
Service
8.65
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Location
9.19
Convenient location near waterfront and city center.
Room Quality
6.64
Rooms felt dark and uninviting with basic amenities.
Amenities
7.17
Limited amenities mentioned; several basic comforts missing.
Value for Money
7.13
Not justified for price; more suitable for budget travelers.
Food and Beverage
8.18
Breakfast was well received by some, but limited vegetarian options.
Overall Experience
8.05
Mixed experiences; some highlights but significant shortcomings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:21

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Old Foundry Hotel offers a range of luxurious amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for all guests. From the fitness centre to the restaurant and bar, there is something for everyone to enjoy during their visit.

Modern Rooms

The rooms at Old Foundry Hotel are designed with modern comforts in mind. Guests can expect air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Some rooms even feature a fully equipped kitchen for added convenience.

Convenient Location

Located in the heart of Cape Town, Old Foundry Hotel provides easy access to popular attractions such as the V&A Waterfront and CTICC. With airport transfers and car hire services available, exploring the city is a breeze.

Book your stay at Old Foundry Hotel now for a memorable and relaxing experience in Cape Town!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1871 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 8.65
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 6.64
Amenities: 7.17
Value for Money: 7.13
Food and Beverage: 8.18
Overall Experience: 8.05
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Karim • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Nicky • solo_traveller • za
5
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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USER023 • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • za
8
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • gb
9
Would recommend this place for convenience and value
Pros:

Great location ,good breakfast included,friendly staff

Cons:

Noisy plumbing but not really a problem

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • za
10
Pros:

I like the location. Very close to V&A Waterfront

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Albertus • solo_traveller • za
8
Very good for Cape Town
Pros:

Great reception, parking and breakfast

Cons:

Some noise around the bedroom I was in

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Bartosz • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

The staff at the reception was super nice and helpful. Loved the location and the design.

Cons:

Who decided to build bathrooms with windows that you cant cover? Good luck with using the toilet if your another person is in the room.
Also the breakfast staff seemed to be always annoyed.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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semi • couple • fr
10
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Jeffrey • couple • gb
8
Location location
Pros:

Location

Cons:

A little tired and in need of a little TLC

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • couple • de
8
Gutes Hotel für einen Kurzaufenthalt
Pros:

Der Personal war überaus freundlich und höflich. Das Zimmer war ein Hingucker und die Lage war auch sehr gut.

Beim Frühstück muss man beachten, das es kein Buffet ist, sondern man kostenfrei eine Speise aus dem A la Carte Menü auswählen kann. Alles andere muss bezahlt werden.

Cons:

Leider waren die Zimmer sehr hellhörig und es gab kaum Steckdosen im Zimmer.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Ernst • couple • za
9
Very good value for money and excellent location. The retro vibe is maybe not for everybody.
Pros:

Breakfast was from the restaurant menu and gave you enough options.

Cons:

It is a very modern blend of offices and hotel that was in our view took away some of the hotel stay experience. Could have stayed in a bed an breakfast for less money. The access to the hotel was fairly open to anybody in the offices which also distracted a bit.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Jeffrey • couple • gb
8
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Sandy • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Tobie • solo_traveller • za
10
I will return.
Pros:

Decor, style, vibe.

Cons:

Constant water noise in ceiling, and AC did not cool room down.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Christina • solo_traveller • za
2
Never again
Pros:

perhaps it was the room No.16 was really in need of upgrading

Cons:

Most things, no lift and the restaurant was not part of the hotel.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Liesl • solo_traveller • za
10
Central location, spacious room, stunning interior, privacy
Pros:

Modern and authentic

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Carl • couple • gb
9
Couldn’t really fault the hotel for what we paid.
Pros:

Perfect location. Staff great. Breakfast fantastic. Free parking.

Cons:

Slightly noisy at night, aircon not the best.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Marlene • couple • de
9
Ganz tolles und zentrales Hotel - uneingeschränkt zu empfehlen!
Pros:

Wir haben zwei Nächte im Old Foundry übernachtet. Das Hotel hat uns absolut begeistert. Es ist gut gelegen, man ist in wenigen Minuten an der Waterfront und an anderen zentralen Orten.

Das Personal war super nett und hilfsbereit. Das Frühstück war lecker und man konnte es sowohl Indoor als auch auf der Terrasse genießen.

Das Hotel selber hat wahnsinnig viel Charme und ist toll gestaltet, es ist in einer alten Gießerei gelegen und ist wunderbar hergerichtet worden. Das Zimmer war groß und das Bett riesig.

Wir kommen ganz sicher wieder!

Cons:

Nach 7 PM muss man leider nur den Hintereingang ins Hotel, auf dem Weg liefen ein paar zwielichtige Gestalten rum, nicht unbedingt für Frauen ohne Begleitung zu empfehlen. Deshalb gibt es einen Punkt Abzug, ansonsten wäre es eine glatte 10 von 10. Wir haben selten so toll und günstig übernachtet.

Und das Zimmer war etwas hellhörig, aber alles im Rahmen.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • gb
6
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee