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A Place in Thyme

9.0/ 10Excellent
·Apartments
📍54 Herschel Road · Fish hoek ↗
Offsite parking discounted rates availableSwimming poolFamily roomsBBQ facilitiesLift / ElevatorSafety deposit boxAll 38 facilities +
Review
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Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-20

Guests consistently praise the spectacular views, peaceful atmosphere, and host Linda’s warmth. Accommodations are clean, spacious, and well-equipped with strong value. Main drawbacks involve the steep hillside terrain, challenging parking, and minor comfort or amenity gaps in some units.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Wi-Fi10.0
Cleanliness9.8
Service9.6
Rooms9.5
Location9.5
Value9.3
Facilities9.3
Surroundings9.2
＋ PraisedSpectacular views · Friendly and helpful hosts · Clean and well-equipped · Excellent and peaceful location
－ ComplaintsSteep terrain difficult to navigate · Challenging parking · Uncomfortable sleeper sofa · Missing coffee/milk supplies

KEYBest for travelers seeking scenic tranquility. Those with limited mobility should note steep slopes; drivers should plan for tight parking.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location and what are nearby attractions?＋
Located on a mountainside in Fish Hoek with breathtaking valley, mountain, and sea views. It is just a 5-minute drive to the beach and close to attractions like Clovelly Golf Club and Simon’s Town.
pros_consWhat do guests mainly say about the hotel?＋
Rated 9.3/10 with a 99% recommendation rate. Guests praise the spectacular views, peaceful setting, cleanliness, and host Linda's hospitality. Drawbacks include steep terrain making walking difficult and challenging parking.
roomWhat are the room facilities and comfort level?＋
Rooms feature modern decor, kitchen facilities, and satellite TV, scoring 9.5/10. Some guests noted minor comfort issues with sofas or missing small amenities like milk, so it's best to confirm specifics.
facilityWhat main facilities does the hotel offer?＋
Facilities include a swimming pool with waterfall, Japanese garden, BBQ area, terrace, and free wired internet. An elevator assists with the slope, and family rooms and non-smoking rooms are available.
serviceHow is the host service?＋
Host Linda receives high praise with a 9.6 service score for being warm, responsive, and flexible. The hotel also strictly follows hygiene and disinfection protocols to ensure guest safety.
policyWhat are the check-in and check-out times?＋
Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 10:00. Private self-check-in/out services are available, and invoices can be provided upon request.
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