Sundown Manor Guest House

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

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This guesthouse is located in Fresnaye beneath the Lion’s Head Mountain and just 200 metres from Sea Point promenade. It offers modern accommodation in relaxing surroundings. Sundown Manor is a 10-minute drive from V & A Waterfront and the convention centre. It is just 5 minutes' drive from the famous Camps Bay and Clifton Beaches. All of Sundown Manor’s rooms feature king-size beds or twin beds and en suite bathrooms are fitted with spacious showers. Free Wi-Fi is available in every room. Sundown Manor has a rooftop terrace, and a patio garden with an outdoor pool and sun loungers. Free, secure off-street parking is also available.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

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We have no availability here between Tue 30 Dec 2025 and Fri 2 Jan 2026

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Guests who stayed here loved

Dominika
Switzerland Switzerland
“The location is perfect and the stuff is super friendly. The breakfast was nice, in particular the coffee, there is a nice pool and the area is safe.”
Koen
Netherlands Netherlands
“My stay here was great! Had room 11 downstairs for 4 nights. Quiet, comfortable bed, strong shower, super clean. Owner Gary is a natural born host, also asks about your day, very friendly staff overall. Like staying with family. Good buffet...”
Ninell
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent location. Great breakfast buffet with healthy options.”
Jo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent accommodation and location. Plenty of eateries / bars nearby. Felt.a safe area. Nice sheltered sun terrace. Nothing too much trouble! Good priced honesty var with a mass of choice. It was like being welcomed into someone's home. A...”
Sprij
Netherlands Netherlands
“Good location in Seepunt, near to the boulevard, with restaurants near by. Bed was great! Bathroom was also spotless”
Caro
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great staff. Easy check in and everyone so helpful. Rooms big and extremely comfortable. Excellent breakfast. Will definitely be back.”
Hannelie
South Africa South Africa
“Attentive staff but still affording me it's of privacy. The host was friendly and helpful. Great breakfast variety. Extra spacious suites.”
Bufe
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent breakfast. Smoking area and deck very welcome change. Pool lovely. Honesty bar great idea”
Chop1224
Italy Italy
“The staff (Kim and Gary), always smiling and taking care of their guests. The breakfast (large variety and homemade food). The spacious and confortable rooms. The location (close to supermarkets and restaurants).”
Elke
Germany Germany
“Good breakfast with excellent fruit salad, friendly staff, safe area where you can walk to dinner places after sunset, our room was huge”

Managed by Gary Pentland-Smith

Company review score: 9.8Based on 439 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I'm a people person who is very interested in meeting new guests from around the world. I am fascinated by different cultures of the world. My interests are sport orientated and I love to play golf on the wonderful golf courses in the Western Cape. I also play cricket during the wonderful summer in Cape Town.

Property information

Sundown Manor is a 4 star guesthouse with 11 rooms and is situated on the Atlantic Seaboard in Cape Town, South Africa. We are a 5 minute walk to the sea, a 10 minute drive to the wonderful beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton. A 10 minute drive to the iconic Table Mountain and a 45 minute drive to the winelands region of the Western Cape.

Neighbourhood information

We are approximately 100 meters from the main road which boasts with a wide variety of restaurants and cafe's. If you like hiking, then a hiking trail on the lovely Lion's Head is 5 minutes drive away.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Exceptional breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$11.40 per person.
  • Served daily
    08:00 to 10:00
  • Food
    Bread • Pastries • Butter • Cheese • Cold meat • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Cooked/warm meals • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Hot chocolate • Fruit juice
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Meals • Facilities

House rules

Sundown Manor Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Sundown Manor Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.