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Reviews of Sovn Experience+Lifestyle

4 out of 5
Sovn Experience+Lifestyle
27 Geneva Drive, Camps Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay as part of our honeymoon! The staff is excellent and feels like the comfort of an old friends home. We stayed in the 12 A room and could see sunset and ocean from our room! Breakfast was delicious especially the homemade pastries. Loved the neighborhood and parking!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breda

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it
We had the most wonderful stay at SOVN. All the staff were so helpful and friendly. The breakfast was the best. Will go again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The penthouse has the most amazing views of both the Atlantic and the mountain. Tastefully decorated and furnished. The breakfast was delicate, varied and fulfilling. You don’t want to leave this place. I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were lucky to have a great room with a fab view from the living room and bathroom. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from Masi on Mar 31, 2023
Thanks for the great review! Glad you enjoyed your recent stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

fleur

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from Masi on Mar 31, 2023
Thanks for the great review! Glad you enjoyed your recent stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem in Camps Bay
Hospitality was really superb. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from masi on Mar 31, 2023
Thanks for the great review! Glad you enjoyed your recent stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was perfect and the house stunning. The owners Jo and Tom were outstanding hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Masi, Jo & Tom on Jan 10, 2020
Thanks for the great review! Glad you enjoyed your recent stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

Morten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super nice B&B in Camps Bay
Amazing B&B - best ever. Very spacious, modern, clean, and to top it off super service from Jo and Tom (plus crew). Location is great as well. Can only recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Masi on Nov 11, 2019
Dear Morten, Thanks for the excellent review! Hope to see you back in Camps Bay soon!

10/10 Excellent

Janne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing place! Johanne was so welcoming and helpful with local tips. And the breakfast was fantastic every morning!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Masi on Oct 24, 2019
Hi Janne & Inka, Thanks for the excellent review! Glad you enjoyed your stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and highly recommended!
Highly recommend this lovely and chic hotel to anyone going to Cape Town! The aesthetic is clean and modern with vibrant colors but it still manages to feel warm and welcoming. The owners and staff were so lovely and made the most beautiful breakfast: fresh fruit and cheese platter, homemade banana nut muffin, yogurt, and a latte!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from Masi on Jul 17, 2019
Dear Elizabeth, Thanks for your excellent review:) Thanks for the compliments on the house, rooms, staff & breakfast!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Response from Masi on May 16, 2019
Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Stay and modern impression
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Masi on May 4, 2019
Hi there! Thanks for the excellent review:) Glad you enjoyed your stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Kimla, London

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jo greeted us like we were long Lindt friends & showed us to our stunning room. The views of the sea & the mountain were so good that just soaking them in was out favourite part of the day. The rooms had a beautiful Scandinavian style and expertly decorated. The beach was a short walk away. It was worth staying here for the breakfast alone. The variety and attention to detail was impressive. I am gluten free and was spoilt for choice. The highlight of breakfast is the freshly home baked pastries/muffins every morning. We visited the One&Only during our stay & my husband said he preferred Sovn, for the privacy, views, location & personal touch. Jo could easily co-ordinate everything a travel guide could, taking into account the weather & personal preferences. She lived onsite & was literally contactable 24/7, which made us feel very safe. We didn’t get to use the swimming pool but it looked very inviting & so did the outside terrace.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Masi on Apr 22, 2019
Dear Kimla , thank you for the lovely review, we're so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your stay with. We are looking forward on meeting you again in the near future. Warmest regards Masi

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel. Away from the criwd but still walking distance to camp’s bay beach. Amazing view from our bedroom and great balcony! The staffs were very helpful and friendly and gave great recommendations on where to go and which restaurants to try. Love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Masi, Jo, Tom, Ivy, Vicky & Khaya on Mar 18, 2019
Thanks for your excellent review:) Glad you enjoyed your recent stay with us. Hope to see you back here soon!

10/10 Excellent

Tony, Oxford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hospitality from hosts, Jo, Tom And Masi with excellent breakfasts in a boutique hotel located conveniently overlooking Camps Bay. The whole place was very clean, and had a lovely pool situated in some lovely gardens. A must stay for a visit to the Cape Town area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Masi on Jan 27, 2019
Dear Tony & Pauline, thanks for the excellent review! We're glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Masi, Jo, Tom, Ivy, Vicky & Khaya

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little boutique hotel attentive staff
Great location in Camps Bay. This is a contemporary, clean, small hotel with a nice indoor-outdoor breakfast area. We were in the smallest - cheapest room because we booked very late. The room was perfect and room with its own private patio. This was great value for money. Breakfast was perfect and the service was faultless. The staff packed us a breakfast to go on our final morning as we needed to catch a very early flight. We didn't request this and it was a great unanticipated personal touch as we were checking out. The pool area is spacious and private with plenty of lounges - in the sun or under umbrellas. This was a perfect small boutique hotel for what we wanted and the staff could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Masi on Jan 16, 2019
Thanks for the excellent review:) We're glad you enjoyed your time with us. Thanks for the compliments on the house, pool area and breakfast. All the best from a sunny Camps Bay

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Masi on Nov 27, 2018
Thanks for the excellent review. We're glad you enjoyed your time in Camps Bay:)

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stylish, Spotless & Friendly - Go!
Perfect hospitality from people who clearly understand how to host. Jo and Masy made our stay very comfortable. Lots of great recommendations for things to do in Cape Town and the surrounds. The breakfasts are to die for, the place is spotless and stylish, the location is ideal. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Masi on Oct 9, 2018
Dear Sam, thanks for your excellent review. Glad you enjoyed your time with us in beautiful Camps Bay:)

10/10 Excellent

simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from Vaughan on Jun 5, 2018
Dear Simone, thanks for your excellent review:) We're glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you back in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Luc, Montréal, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
To remember
Beautiful design, great hospitality, awesome breakfasts, very good location and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Response from Vaughan on May 4, 2018
Dear Luc, thanks for the excellent review. Thanks for the compliments on our hospitality, breakfast, design and views:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Property-Great Area
Sovn is a beautiful property with friendly, professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Response from Vaughan on May 4, 2018
Dear, Thanks for the great review! Glad you enjoyed your stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to relax
The hotel has been completely renovated and this was reflected in the comfort of our stay. The views are good and it is located at a reasonable walking distance from the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Vaughan on Apr 18, 2018
Dear Jeff, thanks for your excellent review. We're glad you enjoyed your facilities, location and views. All the best from a sunny Camps Bay

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful boutique hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Vaughan on Mar 1, 2018
Dear Michael, thanks for your excellent review! We're glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you back in Camps Bay soon!

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place
Joe (one of the owners) of this chic newly renovated guesthouse is an angel. She went beyond the call of duty to make me comfortable and happy. The place is beautiful, the staff are all amazing, breakfast was delicious. The only eek is it’s a drive to wherever u go. Other then this, it was just perfect. felt like I was leaving home. I love this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Vaughan on Apr 3, 2018
Dear Iris, thanks for the wonderful review:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Guest House
Spend 4 nights here, friendly helpful hosts. Breakfast was amazing with homemade granola, muffins and juice. Thoroughly recommend this place.

10/10 Excellent

Sandy, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best places we have ever stayed.
Wonderful Guest House with magnificent views overlooking Camps Bay with Table Mountain at the rear of the property. Everything about Le Gouverner is first class from the location standard of accommodation to the beautiful breakfast prepared by Joh and Thomas. We also appreciated all the tips given on restaurants and places to visit. Would love to return one day.

10/10 Excellent

alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

AM, UK/France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best B&B ever
Warm welcome, helpful hosts, comfortable beds, superb breakfast in lovely surroundings.

10/10 Excellent

Colin, Taunton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location on the hill in Camps Bay
Hosts couldn't do enough for us. A genuine feel. Stayed for 3 nights last week and should have stayed longer!

10/10 Excellent

LISA, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Guest House
Beautiful guest house with fantastic hosts. The room was lovely and very spacious. Large balcony with great views. Highly recommend

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Lichfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top location, Top Hosts!
Tom and Jo were fantastic hosts and made us feel very welcome. Top location just a short walk to Camps Bay bars and restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing!!!
This was my second stay with Tom and Joh. They both wonderful hosts. Joh's breakfasts are the greatest. Everything is home made, from pancakes to hot seeded rolls. The most delicious granola made by Joh herself. I will go back each time I live in Camps Bay.

10/10 Excellent

James, Somerset, New Jersey, USA.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing atmosphere at this very pleasant Guesthouse. Thomas and Joh, the hosts, were very pleasant, helpful and accommodating. The room was great, the breakfasts healthy and excellent. Camps Bay a great spot to stay near Cape Town. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Kola, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely nice hotel with very wonderful staffs.
Will highly recommend this hotel and will definitely be staying there again and again.

8/10 Good

Jamie, Ottawa, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Very Nice Place to Stay
A very nice B&B with a great view and an easy walk to Camps Bay Beach. The home was very nice, well decorated, and very clean. The guest room was spacious, had a personal safe, a mini bar with great prices, strong Wi-Fi, and satellite TV. The hosts were very nice people, very welcoming, and very easy to talk to. The breakfast was super and and is worth going back for another stay!

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Einfach nur Traumhaft. Super Essen, Service und wunderschöne Lage.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Masi on Nov 19, 2019
Thanks for the excellent review! Glad you enjoyed your time here in beautiful Camps Bay:)

10/10 Excellent

Richard-Yann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La Guest-house la meilleure de Camps Bay
Cette Guest house est de loin la meilleure dans laquelle j’ai pu séjourner, et je voyage + de 200 jours /an. - L’emplacement est idéal sur Genova Avenue avec une vue à couper le souffle sur la plage de Camps Bay. Les couchers de soleils sont tout autant magnifiques depuis la chambre. - La chambre que nous avions réservé était particulièrement (très) grande, meublée dans le pure style nordique ce qui nous a convenu parfaitement. La salle de bain donnait sur la baie...prendre sa douche avec une vue pareille est paradisiaque. - Le petit déjeuner est quant à lui magique: fruits frais, produits locaux, pâtisserie différentes chaque matin et faites « maison », jus bio, bref le top...ce qui change des chaînes d’hotel ou c’est plus conventionnel. - Il faisait froid (25 degrés) donc nous n’avons pas testé la piscine qui au demeurant est propre, bien agencée et grande. - Ne pas hésiter à demander des conseils..ils se feront un plaisir de vous aider et bookeront pour vous les meilleurs endroits pour vos excursions. - Place de parking disponible à l’arrière de la maison pour la voiture, et sécurisé Enfin les propriétaires Tom et Jo, ainsi que l’ensemble de leur Staff, qui sont adorables. Jo prépare tout elle même pour le petit déjeuner et vous accompagnera tout au long de celui-ci. En résumé, cette Guest house est plus que recommendable et j’y retournerais bien entendu dès mon prochain voyage à Cape Town. Ne pas hésiter à appeler directement pour voir leur dispo.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Thomas on Sep 9, 2019
Dear Richard, Thanks for your excellent review! We're glad you enjoyed your stay with us here in beautiful Camps Bay. Thanks for the compliments on the house, staff and homemade breakfasts. Hope to see you back here soon!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic boutique hotel in Camps Bay (Cape Town)
The hotel has only a few rooms and service is very personalized. Breakfast is fantastic! The location could not be better with amazing ocean views. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from Masi on Jun 12, 2019
Hi there, Thanks for the great feedback! Glad you enjoyed your stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

Taeko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing boutique guest house!!
It was an absolute delight to stay. The staff was excellent and breakfast was phenomenal!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from Masi on May 28, 2019
Dear Taeko, Thanks for your excellent review:) Glad you enjoyed Jo's homemade breakfast treats. Hope to see you again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても良いホテル。最高の休暇になりました。 また、ケープタウンに行くときは、泊まりに行きたいと思っています。朝ごはんも美味しくて、ホテルのスタッフも最高でした。
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from Masi on May 14, 2019
Thanks for the excellent review:) Glad you enjoyed your stay with us!

10/10 Excellent

Mart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience, beautiful hotel, very nice owners
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Masi on Apr 30, 2019
Dear Mart, Glad you enjoyed your stay with us and thanks for the compliments:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolle Lage und wunderbarer Ausblick auf das Meer, wunderbarer Außenpool mit hochwertigen Sonnenliegen, Frühstück unglaublich und Service herzlich und kompetent.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Masi on Apr 1, 2019
Thanks for the great review. Glad you enjoyed your stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Masi on Apr 5, 2019
Hi there, Thanks for the great review. Glad you enjoyed your stay with us:)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Thomas on Feb 24, 2019
Thanks for the great review:) Glad you enjoyed your stay with us!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Alles was super super ...goeie ligging... mooi verblijf... lekker eten
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Thomas on Feb 24, 2019
Dear Geert, thanks for the excellent review:) We're looking forward to seeing you again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Ulla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 nights in camps bay
This place is a true gem! The owners Tom & Jo are the loveliest people you will meet! They really go out of their way to help you enjoy the hotel & the area. The rooms are each unique & beautifully designed. There is an amazing view to Camps Bay Beach & surrounding mountains. The breakfast is to die for with freshly baked muffins every morning. It’s a short 5-10min drive to Cape Town and Ubers are super easy to get. We stayed here for 5 nights and can highly recommend this place to anyone considering to stay in Cape Town area! Thanks again Jo, Tom & Shaka the cat =)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Masi on Dec 26, 2018
Dear Ulla & Iwo, thanks for your excellent review:) We're glad you enjoyed your time with us here in beautiful Camps Bay and hope to see you back here in the future:) Masi, Jo, Tom, Ivy, Vicky & Khaya