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The Retreat

13 Gladiola Way, Kommetjie, ZA

8.7 guest rating· 27 reviews

About this hotel

Sustainable Bed and Breakfast in Kommetjie

Environmental-Friendly Accommodation : The Retreat offers a sustainable stay close to Long Beach, with an outdoor fireplace for cozy evenings.

Fully Equipped Kitchenette : Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and toaster, ideal for preparing light meals.

Convenient Location : Situated near Chapman's Peak and World of Birds, The Retreat provides easy access to nearby attractions. Book now for a relaxing and eco-conscious getaway.

Rooms & rates

Double Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Radio

Amenities

  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Secured parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Beach toys
  • Private beach nearby
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Art gallery on site
  • BBQ facilities
  • Cashless payment available
  • Charcoal grill
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Delivered food - securely covered
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  • Express check-in
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Free wired internet
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Internet access
  • Invoice provided
  • Japanese garden
  • Key access
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace

Location

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13 Gladiola Way, Kommetjie, ZA

Check-in
from 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.727 reviews

+ Friendly host+ Great location+ Safe for solo travelers
Cleanliness8.6
Service9.0
Location9.1
Room Quality8.5
Amenities8.6
Value for Money8.5

Guest review

10.0

Susan is a wonderful host, she is extremely kind and helpful. I had a wonderful stay. The location is perfect and the accommodation is beautiful. It's walking distance to the beach, the Kom and local restaurants and shops. As a solo woman traveller, I felt extremely safe. I would highly recommend staying here.

Liesl · ZA · 2025-10-08

Cozy apartment with all you need for a nice stay in Kommetjie

10.0

Comfy little apartment with everything you need in Kommetjie, quite n natural area, nice cat that sometimes comes to say hello. Waves to surf nearby, Cape point park not far. Good food n coffee around. Can see the sunset from the road that goes up to the reserve, 2 minutes by car, great viewpoint over the ocean

Lorenzo · IT · 2025-07-16

Bad stay at The Retreat

3.0

We booked The Retreat based on the ratings of Booking.com We were very disappointed and left a day earlier. The bed was very uncomfortable with metal pushing into your ribs. The bathroom curtains were held up by washing pegs. The bedroom/lounge had a window that looked out into the neighbours bedroom. We could see them so of course they could see us!. There is ZERO security. We had to park on the street, and as we have been travelling for some time, we had a lot of expensive equipment with us for our blog like laptops, cameras etc, this was not acceptable. The entrance was a wooden door with no lock. The cottage itself only had a trellidoor and the glass door had no key. That's not acceptable anywhere, no matter how safe the owner thinks it is. We were not willing to leave our stuff there, it gets stolen and then it's sorry, it's never happened before! The owner did offer us other accommodation but by then we were gone.

Thomas · ZA · 2025-04-04

Superb

9.0
Marais · ZA · 2025-01-28

Wonderful Stay

10.0

The place is beautiful and very comfy. The room is very clean, quite close to the sea. It's fantastic to go to have a walk around the area with great views over Hout Bay. There are a lot of cafes and restaurants very close by. The owner is very friendly and welcoming. She even invited me to join a local quiz evening in a nearby cafe, such a great way to have a taste of local life. Finally, somehow, I even got a room upgrade! Thank you, Susan.

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Yves · FR · 2024-11-28

Very good

8.0

Walking distance from the beach

Helge · ZA · 2024-08-07

Good to know

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

Please inform The Retreat 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.

Managed by a private host