The Old Foundry Hotel in Cape Town is a well-regarded accommodation option, known for its blend of historical charm and modern amenities. Based on user reviews, the hotel has garnered praise for various aspects of its offerings and services. However, like any establishment, it also has areas where guests feel improvements could be made. Below are the top five good and bad things about the hotel, as highlighted by guests.
1/5
Safety index
57 out of 100
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The Old Foundry Hotel
8.2
(1,593 ratings)
Cape Town, South Africa -
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910 m Long Street
980 m Cape Town International Convention Centre
1.12 km Two Oceans Aquarium
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
Location
Atmosphere
Breakfast
- Location: Centrally located, making it an ideal base for exploring Cape Town's attractions.
- Unique Ambiance: The hotel's historical setting, combined with modern design, provides a unique and captivating atmosphere.
- Friendly Staff: Many reviewers highlight the welcoming and helpful nature of the staff.
- Comfortable Rooms: Guests appreciate the comfort and cleanliness of the rooms, ensuring a pleasant stay.
- Quality Dining: The on-site restaurant is commended for its delicious food and variety of options.
Area for improvement
- Noise Levels: Some guests mention discomfort due to noise from nearby areas or within the hotel.
- Parking Issues: Limited parking availability has been a challenge for guests with vehicles.
- Room Size: A few guests felt that certain rooms were smaller than expected.
- Price: Some reviewers consider the pricing to be on the higher side, especially during peak seasons.
- Internet Connectivity: Issues with Wi-Fi reliability and speed have been reported by guests.
Amenities
Breakfast available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking included
Bar
Laundry
Business services
24/7 front desk
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8.2RateScore
Total 1,593 Reviews
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Blended Web Rating
8.2
8.0
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1,567 Reviews
8.2 / 10
expedia
26 Reviews
8.0 / 10
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Location was mentioned 16 times
6% Negative81% Positive
Reviews based on Location
Britte Sips9 months ago
5/5
During our holiday in Cape Town we spend a couple of days in the Old Foundry Hotel. The hotel is located near the city and on walking distance from the water front. There are save parking possibilities right next to the hotel. We were amazed with the kindness of the hotel staff. All the employees were really helpful and friendly. They made us feel welcome and we could asked anything. At the end of our holiday we had a stopover in Cape Town. Our next plane, got delayed and we had to kill some time. We decided to go back to the Foundry Hotel we could drop our stuff to go into the city and hangout in the lobby area. This was no problem for the even when we didn't stay here. The rooms are nice and clean and have big tv screens with all the facilities you need. The beds are big and comfortable. This is an hotel we would highly recommend. We will definitely come back for another visit. Warm regards, Britte & Willem
Andy Cullen11 months ago
4/5
The staff and location are amazing. It’s really a beautiful location with a great restaurant Best chef in CT, and cafe facility on site. However, certain amenities need to be fixed for it to be considered a high end hotel. Serious noisy plumbing issues.
Hotel Quality
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General Info
Total number of rooms 24
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
8Download
48Upload
48Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
47 out of 100
Risky
Nighttime safety
15 out of 100
Very Unsafe
Cape Town safety index
57
Overall Safety Index
Risky
An average rating of the six safety categories
57 out of 100
Women safety
Risky
Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.
60
Physical safety
Unsafe
Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.
32
Property safety
Very Unsafe
Likelihood of theft.
6
Political safety
Safe
Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.
71
LGBTQ safety
Safe
Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.
73
Medical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.
97
74
Overall Crime index
High
An average rating of the crime categories
74 out of 100
Property crime severity
High
77
Mugging or robbery 74/100
Car theft 65/100
Car break-ins 75/100
Home break-ins 69/100
Violent crime severity
High
80
Physical attacks 66/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 53/100
Other crime severity
Extreme
84
Insult or harassment in public 58/100
Corruption or bribery 84/100
Drug problem 76/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.6 - $1.1
Coffee
$1.2 - $2.4
Beer 0.5L
$0.7 - $1.4
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$4.8 - $12.1
Public transport, one-way ticket
$0.7 - $1.4
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$0.5 - $1.2
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$24.2 - $58
Bottle of mid-range wine
$2.4 - $7.2
McMeal at McDonalds
$3.9 - $5.3
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$0.6 - $1.2
Public transport, monthly pass
$16.9 - $47.3
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.1 - $1.2
Mobile phone monthly plan
$14.5 - $62.8
Fitness club, monthly fee
$12.1 - $48.3
Weather In Cape Town
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Air Quality
Moderate
PM2.516
PM1030
31
Slight concern for sensitive groups. Most can continue outdoor activities.
Drinkable Water Quality
Fair
Water may have some problems, not recommended for daily consumption.
Traffic around property
Moderate
Traffic is moving at a steady pace, smooth driving without significant delays.
House Rules
Check in after 14:00
Check out until 10:30
Children welcome
No pets, service animals welcome