This guest house is Cape Towns best kept secret! Marc and Ivan are superb hosts (warm, witty, interesting, clever and so generous). Their home is elegant and stylish, and we could not have enjoyed our stay more. Sorry to rave, but we loved 79 on Orange! Oh and these guys know just where to send you for the best in... more

We stayed at 79 on Orange for 3 nights in mid-august. We were picked up at the airport 5am, whisked to the guesthouse, given a cup of tea and provided with a room to shower and sleep in for a few hours. When we woke up a little later we got the great breakfast and got a first chanche to... more

This is a 5 star Guest House. Picked up at the Airport in a Mercedes Van by one part owner arrived at our destination to be greet with a glass of bubble by the other owner. This is by now midnight. Our beds were turned back with sprigs of lavender white fluffy bath robes and slippers all laid out on... more

My 2nd visit .. a flying one at that ....was as amazing as the first. Although i didnt get chance to see Ivan or Marc, my first night in south africa after a very long journey from the uk was spent in pure luxury!!! i was even greated by the cat :0) Thumbs up all round and again thank you... more

79 on Orange is a fabulous place to stay while in Cape Town. It's a gorgeous house filled with art, and the garden is just lovely. Seriously...these guys have incredible taste. Excellent location, superb service, and the best breakfast we had while in South Africa. more

What an experince!! My wife and I had three of the most glorious weeks at 79 on Orange. The service from owner and staff was faultless,nothing was too much trouble, they were very obliging. The house, garden and exquisite interior all first class, one is made to feel very much at home. Excellent cooked breakfast was taken every morning in... more

This is not the 1st time i have stopped here and with Marc and Ivans permission it will not be the last!! There is not enough words to describe the stay at 79 on Orange. Marc and Ivan are perfect hosts, Pumla is a superb cook, Stella is lovely and Clifton is so patient while driving us around everywhere (congratulations... more

We spent three nights at 79 on Orange and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.The house is located in a quiet suburb with excellent views of Table Mountain, but is also close to the centre of Cape Town and a huge array of bars and restaurants. It is beautifully decorated throughout, with fantastic gardens, a comfortable lounge and very friendly cats! Our... more

What a great little find. Couldn't fault the service, the rooms and meals were wonderful and the location great for getting quickly and easily into the centre, the waterfront and beyond. Marc and Ivan were away in Italy when we arrived but Katherine, Ben, Gareth and Rick looked after us so well helping us with restaurant bookings and advice on... more