Quite good location walking distance to the Waterfront with the market and the Aquarium for example. Not as modern and well eqquipped as other hotels and guest houses we visited.

Security is probably a concern in Cape Town anywhere, I noted the front gate was not closed when I left early in the morning so anyone could have gone in. They proposed an airport transport for 850 Rand, while an Uber was about half that price.

Breakfast is served in a beautiful garden-like setting. The staff was exceptionally nice. It was about a 10 or 15 minute walk down to the waterfront and the V&A and harbor/canal tours and hop on hop of station. Also close to a Woolworths market and several restaurants.I rented a car for the week I was there and they gave me a spot to park it right in front of the hotel just off the street.

Although the hotel itself was safe and I felt safe walking down to the main road in the waterfront, the area was right on the edge of a sketchy area. I wouldn't leave anything in my car overnight.

I was looking for accommodation near V&A Waterfront. Brenwin is approximately a 15 min very safe easy walk to the Waterfront with a small, well-supplied supermarket and eating places at the end of the street. All the staff were fabulous. They couldn't have been more helpful or friendly. I went to Heather (Reception) with a list of questions about my stay in Cafe Town, even how to tie a scarf on my head and Heather came through. Thanks Heather. A home away from home and provided scales to weigh my luggage. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

We picked Brenwin Guest House because it has so much character. We loved the old world European charm, the French doors with leaded glass, the beautiful wood work, the sun streaming through the cozy dining area, the outdoor seating gazebos in a beautiful garden setting, and, of course, our view of the pool. The breakfasts were made to order omelets with lots of fruits, meats, and cheeses, along with cereals and yoghurt. Delicious every day! It was an easy, straightforward, safe walk to the Virginia and Alfred Waterfront. A security guard opened the gated area when we first arrived late at night before we received our own key. The guesthouse neighborhood is so quiet that we had a good night's sleep every night in a very comfortable bed. And the small staff--both in reception and in the kitchen--is lovely. They answered our every question, helped us with Uber, and even prepared breakfast early for us on our all-day tour. I would highly recommend this guesthouse over a sterile, uniform hotel room.

This is a clean, comfortable place with excellent value for the money. The staff is very friendly, and the location is quiet, feels safe, and is reasonable walking distance to popular destinations. The guesthouse and grounds have a quaint feel to them; not “corporate” at all.

Everything was fine and functional, but some of the fixtures are a little tired, especially in the bathroom. This wasn’t a problem at all, but something to be aware of. The hotel is located up a short hill, which may be a factor for some people walking to/from the hotel off the main street below.

Very nice older location with lots of charm. I never got to enjoy the pool area, as it was cold and rainy while I was in Cape Town, but that amenity was just beautiful. Breakfast each morning was made to order, along with fresh fruit and cereal. The staff was very nice and helpful.

The bathrooms need a bit of an updating, particularly the faucets, but normal with an older property

We had flat 24 for a 2 nights stay. Nice private outside area. Plenty of space with good kitchen facilities if needed. Location is very good with restaurants within a 5 minutes walk and the V & A waterfront only 10 minutes walk away. Cape Town stadium also 10 minutes walk. Staff very helpful and friendly. Good breakfast choice with hot items cooked to order from a small menu.

Not a dislike but something to be aware of - there are several steps from the entrance to the house itself so may give a problem to anyone with mobility issues.

Brewin was outstanding. - the housekeeping staff was friendly and helpful (and you can have laundry done for a small fee!). Breakfast was ample with yogurt, fruit, several types of bread, coffee, tea, several cereals, cheeses, and, if you want - full hot cooked breakfast. T -The room was spacious and lovely. My "queen" bed was, in fact, two twins pushed together. I only used one. The property is lush - although with the weather I had, I wasn't able to enjoy it other than visually. The building is decorated with homey antigues. Charming. -The property is walking distance (one block) from a main street where there is a (smaller) woolworths for grocery shopping. here is a security person at the gate. My only issue was when I checked in - it was late, tehre was load shedding - and the person who checked me in didn't show me the emergency light or other electric related things. (a kind guest walked by - my door open to try to get light, and showed me some of the available work arounds for the electric situation.). I stayed for a full week and would 100% recommend this to anyone.

the RAIN! - ok - they couldn't do anything about that.

The breakfast selection was superb - cereals, fresh fruit and yoghurts every morning. Followed by a selection of cooked breakfast choices and coffee and tea. The location was lovely and safe: Near enough to the V&A waterfront for all our needs but not too far to take an uber back at night time. Our room was lovely and clean and the beds very comfortable. The gardens were beautifully maintained and the pool area was lovely - if not a little cold! Roger and Heather in reception were really friendly and helpful.

We would have preferred a room on the ground floor as ours was out the back and up a steep set of wooden stairs! A more modern toaster is needed in the dining room and everyone makes their own toast using two very old toasters which weren't really up to the job!

A great location, with an easy walk to the waterfront, but also a great range of local bars and restaurants just down the hill 200 yards. The hotel is very quiet with great staff. Comfy bed and the shower had lots of hot water. Parking on the street was easy and the overnight security chap kept an eye on it. This was our first trip to the Cape, we will definitely be returning and staying at Brenwin.