Our pick
Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
Cape Town, ZA
★ 4-star8.2/101,127 reviews
0.54 km (0.34 mi) from original
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
8.1Overall spaciousness and amenities praised, with minor complaints about air conditioning.
Cleanliness
7.6Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues, including uncomfortable beds and inadequate cleaning.
Location
9.1Location is frequently noted as a major positive aspect with beautiful views and proximity to attractions.
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Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Our pick
Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
Cape Town, ZA
★ 4-star8.2/101,127 reviews
0.54 km (0.34 mi) from original
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
Cape Town, ZA
★ 3-star7.4/101,146 reviews
0.02 km (0.01 mi) from original
Key differences
Rooms
Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay8.1
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore6.8
Cleanliness
Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay7.6
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore7.0
Location
Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay9.1
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore8.6
Service
Hotel Bruxelles9.0
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore8.4
Food & Breakfast
Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay8.1
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore7.4
Amenities & Facilities
Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay8.1
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore6.2
Value
Hotel Bruxelles8.0
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore7.4
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore amenity advantages
RestaurantSpa/wellness centerLuggage storageFamily rooms
Hotel Bruxelles amenity advantages
Room serviceConcierge service
Detailed comparison
Guest score
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8.8/10Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
8.2/10Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
7.4/10Hotel Bruxelles
8/10Rooms
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Not enough guest feedbackXenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
8.1Overall spaciousness and amenities praised, with minor complaints about air conditioning.
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
6.8Mixed room experience: comfortable and spacious for some, but issues reported with balcony access, cold rooms (lack of AC/blankets), missing bedding changes, and limited kitchen equipment.
Hotel Bruxelles
8.0Spacious rooms but with some noise and temperature issues.
Cleanliness
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Not enough guest feedbackXenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
7.6Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues, including uncomfortable beds and inadequate cleaning.
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
7.0Mixed reports: many reviewers called the apartments clean and well appointed, but there are notable negative incidents (filthy unit, persistent cigarette smell) and occasional missing fresh linens.
Hotel Bruxelles
7.0Noted flooding issue and some noise disturbances.
Location
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Not enough guest feedbackXenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
9.1Location is frequently noted as a major positive aspect with beautiful views and proximity to attractions.
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
8.6Frequently highlighted as a strong point: central location with excellent mountain/city views and convenient parking.
Hotel Bruxelles
9.0Great location near attractions and good access to public transport.
Service
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Not enough guest feedbackXenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
8.6Staff received praise for being kind and helpful.
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
8.4Generally praised — staff described as helpful and responsive (several shout-outs to individual staff). Some reports of reception not always available and occasional lack of staff assistance.
Hotel Bruxelles
9.0Staff was described as friendly and helpful.
Sleep & Noise
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—Xenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
—Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
—Hotel Bruxelles
—Food & Breakfast
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Not enough guest feedbackXenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
8.1Breakfast provided but few mentions of quality, mostly neutral.
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
7.4Standard quality for this hotel tier (not mentioned in reviews).
Hotel Bruxelles
8.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities & Facilities
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Not enough guest feedbackXenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
8.1Provided facilities like a pool and gym, but some equipment issues reported.
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
6.2Problems noted with building access systems (biometrics, lift buttons), occasional unclean lifts, limited kitchenware, and inconsistent entertainment (no Netflix/DStv reported). Security and parking are positives.
Hotel Bruxelles
7.0Air conditioning was lacking and some amenities were noted as absent.
Value
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Not enough guest feedbackXenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
7.5Concerns about pricing for late check-out and comparisons with perceived value.
Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
7.4Standard quality for this hotel tier (not explicitly discussed in reviews).
Hotel Bruxelles
8.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Landmarks
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Mythological LandscapeXenia Aparthotel by Totalstay
Cape Quarter 'The Square'Icon Serviced Apartments Foreshore
Mythological LandscapeHotel Bruxelles
Long street