Sonnekus Boutique Hotel & Bistro in St James

I recently stayed at this beautiful and clean hotel, and I couldn’t have been more pleased with my experience. The location is absolutely perfect – right on the beach, offering stunning ocean views. It’s also conveniently close to some of the most iconic sights in the region. The Cape of Good Hope is just a short drive away, which made it easy to explore this breathtaking natural landmark. What really stood out was how close the hotel is to Boulders Beach, famous for its penguin colony. It’s a must-visit, and being able to go there within minutes was a fantastic bonus. The combination of beach relaxation and wildlife viewing made for an unforgettable stay. The hotel itself is kept in pristine condition. My room was spotless and well-maintained throughout my stay, and the staff were always friendly and accommodating. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-packed vacation, this hotel’s location and quality make it a top choice. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area, and I will definitely be returning in the future!

Sonnekus is unmatched, from fireplace picnics to in-room massages - add the brilliant staff, in-room fireplace and outstanding breakfast, weather is irrelevant - its an all-year round great choice! The views emanate absolute tranquility and makes for an amazing base to explore Kalk Bay, St James, all the way to Simon's Town. Anytime I can return I am there!

Exceptional service in a historic home framed between the Atlantic Ocean and mountain views. Comfortable rooms with all the requirements to give a luxury feel. The sweet station on the first floor is a nice touch and the restaurant service available is convenient. Short walk to St James and Dalebrook is also within walking distance.

Superbly renovated since our last visit a year ago. Staff were amongst the most pleasant and helpful we met on our trip. It was literally like a home away from home. Also loved the biscuits, cakes and coffee machine! BUT even the best hotels do make some obvious mistakes: 1. the bathroom lighting should never be BEHIND you, making it totally useless. Install light-up shaving/make-up mirrors! 2. Wen you have showers into a bath you should have non-slip flooring or bath mats - otherwise you will be responsible for a claim gainst you sometime. 3. There are few visitors today who will not require to charge phones and laptops in the room. PLease supply poerpoints at desptop level and connections for international plus and USB. No one wnats to crawl under a bed or behind furniture to get access. PLEASE FIX THESE and we'll be back again and agin.

This was a last minute booking for a date night and it was a beautiful experience. The staff were attentive and kind and the facilities spot on with the most beautiful decor. The small touches like the sweet jar in the passage way and the fire places in the lounge the perfect setting for a winter evening.

My boyfriend booked a surprise stay through Airbnb for my birthday. The booking was made and paid for a month ago. On Saturday afternoon, we drove for hours only to arrive at 6pm and be told that they had no record of the booking and were full. The booking that had been advertised, booked and paid for, was occupied. The receptionist, sadly super unhelpful, albeit understandably out of her depth, blamed Airbnb and told us to 'take it up with them' as they had not sent the email with the booking. The message, essentially, was that we should sort it out ourselves. "Not our problem". We were to find a place to stay at 7pm, birthday plans bitterly ruined. We had made plans in Kalk Bay, for what was supposed to be a special occasion. We got back to a place to stay in Cape Town an hour later, having lost most of the evening. The whole experience was bitterly disappointing and quite grim. The host/owner was unreachable through the Airbnb channel at the time. Luckily, someone who overheard us at the guest house gave us the owner's personal number. The gentleman who answered essentially repeated "sorry, I just bought the guest house recently, there seem to be issues" - and also blamed Airbnb. We called Airbnb the following morning and they confirmed that our booking request was sent to and confirmed by the host / guesthouse. The lack of accountability is not okay. The stay had been planned ages in advance, and as a birthday surprise - it is time that we will never get back. A response from both parties would be the bare minimum, please.