Zest Boutique Hotel by The Living Journey Collection

Hotels
9.2 (568 reviews)
2 Braemar Road , Cape Town , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very friendly, attentive staff
Excellent breakfast
Great central location (near Waterfront, stadium)
Clean rooms and fresh bedding
Comfortable beds and good showers for many
Daily homemade cake / coffee lounge access
Free off-street parking
Luggage storage available
Helpful local recommendations
Modern, well-kept property
Cons:
Some rooms are small
Bathroom/layout issues in a few rooms (sink near bed, shower leaks)
Toilet/bathroom area reported cold in some rooms
Entrance not impressive for a few guests
Breakfast buffet not overwhelming for one reviewer

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Consistently praised across reviews — rooms and bedding described as clean with daily housekeeping noted.
Service
9.6
Exceptional, very friendly and helpful staff; guests repeatedly mention warm, welcoming service, personalised recommendations and extra-mile assistance (luggage storage, runner support).
Location
9.3
Highly rated location — close to the Waterfront, stadium and main points of interest, safe neighbourhood with many Uber options and easy walking access.
Room Quality
8.6
Mixed: comfortable beds and generally modern, clean rooms and good room size for many guests, but some report small rooms or awkward bathroom/layout issues (sink near bed, shower leaking into room, cold toilet area).
Amenities
9
Strong amenities such as excellent breakfast, daily homemade cake, coffee machine in lounge, free off-street parking and luggage storage; minor notes about entrance and buffet variety.
Value for Money
9.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Very positive — breakfast repeatedly described as excellent and tasty; complimentary welcome drinks and afternoon cake appreciated, though one guest found the buffet not overwhelming.
Overall Experience
9.3
Very positive overall — many guests felt at home, would return, and highlighted warmth of staff and consistently good stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 21:01

Property Description

Luxurious Boutique Hotel Near Major Attractions

Unique Bauhaus-Inspired Rooms: Experience a blend of modern and retro aesthetics in our stylish rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations.

Relaxation and Recreation: Unwind in our Bedouin garden, take a dip in the 10-metre pool, or lounge in the sunken lounge area. Enjoy the outdoor fireplace and panoramic views from the rooftop terrace.

Artistic Touch: Immerse yourself in contemporary art displayed throughout the Villa Zest Boutique Hotel, adding a touch of sophistication to your stay.

Book now to indulge in luxury and convenience at Villa Zest Boutique Hotel.

Important information:

Please note that in case of early departure guests are charged the total amount of their originally booked stay.

The hotel cannot accommodate children under the age of 12.

For one-night stays 100% deposit is required to secure the reservation.Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CPT

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 568 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Roberto • couple • it
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • br
10
Loved it
Pros:

Great hotel. Staff is super friendly and kind, location is excellent and the room is comfortable.

Cons:

The room can be a bit small if you have luggage but even so it’s great!

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Franco • extended_group • it
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

Warm hospitality from the staff - everyone at the hotel treated us with the utmost care. Even a gesture of remembering the tiny details like our favorite cake flavor from a random conversation and then baking it for the afternoon tea next day - the entire staff (special shout out to Chanel) tried their best to make us feel special.

Cons:

None

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Lorenzo • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Cordialità e gentilezza di tutto lo staff in particolare di Chanelle, molto premurosi e attenti alle esigenze dei clienti. Ti senti sempre estremamente coccolato.
Eccellente la pulizia della struttura.
Posizione vicina al waterfront raggiungibile a piedi con una camminata di circa 15 minuti.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Shaun • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Salvatore • couple • it
10
Ottimo
Pros:

La colazione e la gentilezza dello staff

Cons:

Niente

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Les • couple • za
8
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Quentin • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • solo_traveller • us
10
Be sure to stay at the Zest Boutique Hotel when you visit Cape Town.
Pros:

The property was immaculate. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great and everyday a new cake/dessert greeted us upon our return. 24 hour free coffee, tea, coffee drinks in lobby and generous set up in rooms. I travel frequently ( over 100 days per year) and I wish all of my hotels could be like The Zest Boutique Hotel. I will definitely stay there again.

Cons:

I loved everything.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Patrizio • couple • it
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Irina • solo_traveller • cr
10
Estadía como en casa
Pros:

Excelente lugar !!! Muy cálido y desde el inicio te hacen sentir como en casa ! Las mejores atenciones y recomendaciones para que la estadía fuera aún mejor ! Gracias por todo !

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Irina • solo_traveller • cr
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Jamile • couple • br
10
Conforto, excelente atendimento e uma localização perfeita.
Pros:

Excelente localização, com fácil acesso aos principais pontos da cidade. A equipe foi extremamente gentil, simpática e sempre prestativa. O café da manhã é saboroso. Além disso, o hotel oferece quartos limpos, confortáveis e bem cuidados. Tivemos uma ótima experiência e voltaríamos com certeza.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Willie • couple • za
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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FERNANDO • family_with_children • br
9
Excelente hotel
Pros:

Localização , conforto , café da manhã , chuveiro , lanche da tarde .

Cons:

Quarto pequeno .

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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VIVIANE • couple • br
10
Pros:

Simpatia dos funcionários, cama gostosa e chuveiro muito bom, café da manhã tbm muito bom e próximo a tudo, uns 15 min de caminhada.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Nadezhda • extended_group • ru
9
Хорошо, но это не 5 звезд.
Pros:

Чистота, отличный завтрак, дружелюбный персонал

Cons:

Странное решение: раковина рядом с кроватью, душ в комнате, из которого в комнату течет вода.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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fawzi • solo_traveller • sa
10
Pros:

Everything, the details th staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Molomo • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee