I stayed for 2 nights at short notice at Olives on Provident due to a miscommunication about the nights i was booked to stay at my original guest house. Trudy (the owner) collected me swiftly from being stranded and installed me in a lovely suite of rooms with my own privare court yard. She allowed my friends who were staying... More

We have just had 3 weeks at a wonderful b&b. Room was large, very well maintained. Well appointed with aircon, kettle, bar fridge, coffee, TV. It's also the cleanest room imaginable. It has it's own private courtyard which is appointed with a cafe set and a sun lounger. Hand on heart the best breakfast you will ever have. It's a... More

My Italian friend and I stayed at Olives-on-Provident for a week in November 2010. All the great standards set by Trudy and Terry have been maintained... cleanliness, service and great breakfasts, however... the best of all is the personal attention one gets when needing directions, advice on Cape town attractions and where to eat. They know what is out there... More

This B&B is 10 times better than any hotel/motel or inn I have ever visited, and I have visited many throughout the world. My hosts, Trudy and Terry were friendly, welcoming and couldn't do enough to help me and make suggestions as to where to go and sights to see - I was amazed at their knowledge of the area.... More

Lovely guest house in a quiet residential area about 20 minutes drive from the centre of Cape Town. Owners Terry & Trudy are execptional hosts. We were then in winter and came back every day to little touches like candles lit in our room and hot water bottles in the bed. They gave us free access to their wi fi.... More

'Olives' came recommended, by a friend who lives in South Africa, and we had a great stay there. Situated in a quiet location 15 minutes from the centre of Cape Town, Olives is a perfect base to explore both the city centre along with the Cape area. The bedrooms ( suites ) are both spacious and comfortable with all the... More

After a few guest houses in South Africa, i was afraid that this would be the same.... shared bathroom, small rooms, rooms without proper heating.... To my delight, the room given was very spacious, it had an attached bathroom and proper heating for the winter. It was very cozy and there was even a private 'garden' to sit and chill.... More

First heard of the place from an old pal. Wasn't quite sure what I was getting into as I have never been to Cape Town before. Couldn't believe how amazing the place is. Superb host, thanks Teddy and Trudy for making me feel so at home. Warm and cozy, good breakfast spread, good travelling tips (Trudy sounded like a mom... More

My husband and I just returned from our amazing trip to Cape Town and we absolutely love our stay at Olives! Olives is in a quiet suburb just 15 mins out of Cape Town and we love it that its away from the city's hustle and bustle but yet near enough to the city and airport. Our superbly friendly and... More