Gonana was a beautiful place to stay; a pleasant surprise - even nicer than pics show on this site. Beautiful and comfortable. The staff was friendly and pleasant. Breakfast was quite nice as well, with amazing views!

The only drawback that caused issues for us: two of the guests staying at Gonana acted as if they were at their own home. They wore robes with nothing on underneath whenever they were in public; including at breakfast and when walking the beach. Even after we spoke to the man and asked him to make sure his robe was closed properly, he and his girlfriend continued to do as they wished. This made for some uncomfortable morning dining.

Guesthouse faces the sea, with breathtaking views and sunset from the lounge area and terrace. Our bedroom was facing the sea, special to see it from your window when you wake up in the morning, with direct access to the beach. Our second bedroom didn't face the sea and offered a total different experience, really recommend to pay a bit more for it! Everything was very clean with nice vibe. Service was impeccable, with smooth check-in and welcome, staff is very professional and has particular sense of detail (which is not the case everywhere in Cape town area). Even before you arrive, they reach out to you with many recommendations and activities to book in advance (I recommend as it quickly becomes fully booked). Breakfast has a great variety of products and offers a very complete buffet. Guesthouse also has a snacks and drinks bar you can purchase from at any time making it very convenient.

Pool area is small and in the entrance area, not making it very attractive or relaxing. We didn't make great use of it since we were staying only 24h but I can imagine this can be an issue if you stay longer. Bedrooms are below the lounge area, so it becomes very noisy whenever people are there (especially early in the morning when they go for breakfast). A bit overpriced for South Africa and Cape town area in general, but worth spending one night!

The location right on the quiet beach is incredible, the staff is super friendly and professional and makes you feel very welcome as soon as you arrive. The rooms and the rest of the property is beautifully furnished, making for a relaxing and comfortable stay. The breakfast served in the mornings in the communal space upstairs is just great.

So well put together. Decor was splendid and position of Accommodation fantastic. Breakfast and provision of food and drink super.Staff friendly and helpful. Peaceful and relaxing stay. Loved fireplace and warm arrangements in room.

Nearly slipped in bathroom. flooring cold and towels not to our liking . Had to ask for fresh towels everyday.

Everything was fabulous. The only thing I'd add is some lounge chilled music in the common living room ..nothing hectic just a little something to enhance the ambiance. ..not a necessity but maybe at sunset and breakfast ? A little something on the background.

I loved everything. Nothing to dislike

It is right on the beach in a beautiful, quiet bay. The views from the living area are spectacular. The house is beautifully decorated. All the staff are so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great. The neighbourhood is quaint and quiet and there are many good restaurants around.

When the house is full, it is quite noisy. We didn't enjoy communal dining for breakfast.

We had a very good breakfast with a fantastic view. We could walk straight out of our bedroom onto the beach. Nice modern vibe.

We had a bedroom under the kitchen which was part of the upstairs sitting and dining room. As the floors were wooden we could hear the staff moving around preparing breakfast.

Great location, on the beach in the more quiet part of town Great view upstairs for sundowners and for enjoying breakfast Breakfast was really good, everything homemade

Although clean and well kept, there was painting going on, which was smelling, especially in the bathroom and hallways.

We loved our stay at Gonana guesthouse! It has a very special location directly at the beach, overlooking it when having breakfast and also spotting dolphins . It is very nicely designed and the staff is amazing. Thank you so much!

Just the most incredible hotel we’ve ever stayed in . Superb views , amazing decor , beat breakfast of the holiday and as others have said just the nicest friendliess staff .

Absolutely nothing