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Parker Cottage
3 Carstens Street, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
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#3 of 81 guest houses in Cape Town Central
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Welcome to Parker Cottage! We’re a little different than the usual hotel or guesthouse experience. Rather than being just a conventional ‘place to sleep’, we offer a very much unplugged, urban retreat right in the creative heart of Cape Town. So although we offer free and fast internet, we don't do minibars, piped music or even reception desks. Think of us like a country house in the middle of the city. We’re the kind of place where you can rediscover the art of conversation, endless breakfasts and total serenity. Parker is a social place too: our legendary free wine evenings occur at least twice a week and there’s no ‘cut off’ time for our gourmet breakfasts either.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Street parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Airport transportation
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Breakfast in the room
Special diet menus
Car hire
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Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
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Historic Hotel
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, French, Afrikaans, German and 2 more
Location
90Good for walkers
Grade: 90 out of 100
77Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
11Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
3 Carstens Street, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
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Parker Cottage should be your first choice when staying in Cape Town. The facilities are fabulous .. couldn’t ask for nicer accommodation .. the rooms are lovely and very well maintained .. outdoor spaces are special and breakfast is varied and a treat. Pamela and her Team go out of their way to make your stay exceptional. The location is ideal .. very good restaurants and bars close by. Easy walking to a lot of sights. Certainly will be back the next time in Cape Town.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear both thank you so very much for writing the lovely feedback, you made our smiles even bigger today :-) Hope to see you soon again in beautiful Cape Town Kind regards Pamela & team
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Really nice accomodation in Cape Town. Perfectly located close to the city and to table mountain. Very nice Hosts. We stayed two nights and will definetly come back during one of our next visits to Cape Town.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear both thank you so very much for taking the time and effort to write this beautiful review, we truly appreciate it and love to have you back Kind regards Pamela & team
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We liked everything about Parker Cottage, the booking process, good effective and responsive communication, very well situated in Cape Town, close to major access routes. Tomas, the manager, was brilliant, on top of his game, very accessible, friendly, and knowledgeable. Very efficient in immediately pointing us in the right direction, when we requested details of car wash. Rooms lovely, clean, fresh and fantastic towels. Honesty bar. Very comfortable and spacious.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear both thank you very much for the stunning review and the mentioning especially on Tomas' services, he has a big smile on today We adore if our guests loved their stay with us and hope you will join us again in the near future in stunning Cape Town Kind regards Pamela & team
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Very pleasant stay. Beautiful house with relaxing area both inside and out. Best stay out of Cape Town and the places we went. Very hospitable host and good bed. Very low noice from the street so good nights rest guaranteed.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear both thank you so so very much for this beautiful review, we absolutely love to hear when guests enjoyed their stay with us :-) You put big smiles on all our faces, hope to see you soon again in beautiful Cape Town Kind regards Pamela & team
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The house made me feel comfortable and at home. The service was just prfect - not too much attention, not too little. That creates a normal,, relaxed atmosphere, just what a busy visitor needs! Thank you
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 18 Oct 2023
Thank you so very much for your kind review and for taking the time to write it. It makes us incredibly happy to hear that you felt right at home with us :-) Kind regards Pamela
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I enjoyed my stay at Parker Cottage very much. Staff was always helpfull and friendly, service and information were excellent. The linen and matresses are of great quality. What I liked best is that the cottage is furnished with so much taste! Every room a bit different, but everything is meant to not only be practical, but to also please the eye! There also are nice linving rooms where you can meet other guests or just sit on the sofa and enjoy a glass of wine and a good read. A friend recomended me to stay here - Next time I come to Cape Town I would like to stay here again.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Pamela Nayler, Owner at Parker Cottage
Responded 11 Oct 2023
Liebe Marie vielen herzlichen Dank fuer dein tolles Feedback, you made us smile :-) Wir hoffen, dass du eine schoene Zeit in SuedAfrika verbracht hast und uns bald wieder besuchen kommst warm regards Pamela & team
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This was my second stay at this guest cottage for simple reasons. The owners and staff are warm and so very helpful. They helped arrange pick ups and a car rental. It is also well situated and I love the breakfast parfait.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 9 Sept 2023
Thank you so very much for the lovely review, we are hoping to see you soon for the 3rd stay :-) Kind regards Pamela
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Parker Cottage is hands-down one of the best guest houses / B&Bs I've ever stayed at in this whole wide world, and there have been quiet a few. Pamela and her amazing team provide outstanding hospitality on ever level. The rooms are very individual and all are not just beautiful but very comfortable, super clean and nicely appointment. The services provided are spot on ... from flawless airport transfer to many tips on offer what to do, how to get there, what's safe (and what is not), and special local gems ... then there is also very affordable laundry ... as well as baggage storage, useful to organize between segments of a trip. There is also a free tea station for a hot drink during the day, to take in one of the lovely sitting areas in-doors or on the verandah outdoors, overlooking the splendid gardens. Last but not least ... the breakfast. A multi-course feast freshly made that is super tasty and very generous in portion sizes. Really sets you up for a day sightseeing in Cape Town. I already look forward to going back to Parker Cottage ... its just such a special place. P.S. Special neighborhood tip. For food souvenirs ... go to the Olive Brand Deli ... Lifestyle on Kloof Centre, Gardens, 50 Kloof St ... a short walk away from Parker Cottage. It's a most beautiful shops! Ask for the owner Omeros ... one of the nicest people you'll ever meet ... and he will walk you through the options. P.P.S. If you are looking for a guide to explore the many hiking trails in and around Cape Town (and in the Cape area further afield), I highly recommend Justin Hawthorne (good him with name and South Africa Mountain Guide). …
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 27 Aug 2023
Dear Beate ah, bless you, we loved having you here and so much appreciate that you took the time to write us this beautiful feedback, you just made our day even better :-) We sincerely hope you will come back to beautiful Cape Town and Parker Cottage and we send you love and sunshine from Cape Town Pamela & team
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Parker Cottage is more than a very nice guesthouse which is owned by Pamela. Her hospitality and from the employees are great! The rooms and bathroom are very comfertable. Also the breakfast, which was made to order, was very nice. The living rooms are very cosy and funished very comfortable. When we go back to ZA, Cape Town, we will certainly go back to stay at Parker Cottage. Pieter, Linda
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: The Parker Cottage is idealy situated.
And very good value for money.
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Responded 27 Aug 2023
Dear both thank you so so very much for your lovely review, big smiles for us today :-) It is fantastic to hear when our guests enjoyed their stay with us, we would love you to come back to our beautiful city and our guesthouse Love and sunshine from Cape Town Pamela & team
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Beautiful heritage house with wonderful History. We loved the attention to detail and just moments away from busy City Centre, nice to come back to quiet after a busy day. Clean well appointed rooms and lovely staff. Would most definitely choose this again for Location, Experience, Staff, Rooms, excellent breakfast.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Don't hesitate. We used the Uber to get around as it is so close to all the attractions, yet out...
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Responded 4 Aug 2023
Dear both thank you so very much for the lovely review, we always appreciate it when we hear that our guests loved their stay with us and also took time to write a kind note about it, we love our work and so glad that shows :-) Hope to see you back soonest Kind regards Pamela & team
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PRICE RANGE
£73 - £100 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
parker cottage hotel cape town central
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeCape TownCape Town CentralTamboerskloof / City Bowl
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Parker Cottage
Which popular attractions are close to Parker Cottage?
Nearby attractions include The Labia (0.3 miles), Afrogem (0.2 miles), and Vortex Shisha (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Parker Cottage?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Parker Cottage?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Parker Cottage?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Parker Cottage?
Conveniently located restaurants include Miller's Thumb, Thali, and Arnold's Restaurant.
Does Parker Cottage have airport transportation?
Yes, Parker Cottage offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Parker Cottage?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Afrikaans, and Xhosa.
Are there any historical sites close to Parker Cottage?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Iziko Slave Lodge (0.7 miles), City Hall (0.7 miles), and Iziko Bo Kaap Museum (0.6 miles).