Team #FinishTime spends a fair amount of time in the Mother City, and on a recent trip, we had the privilege of staying at the Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore. It proved to be a reliable and well-positioned base, offering easy access to the CBD and race venues, as well as popular landmarks like the V&A Waterfront. Our crew commented that this hotel offered the perfect blend of modern comfort and practical amenities. The rooms…
"Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore"Category: Accommodation
If you’re going to Cape Town on holiday or on business and you’re looking for well-rounded accommodation within easy reach of key landmarks like Newlands Stadium and Kirstenbosch Gardens, look no further than Wild Olive Guest House & Villa in Newlands. Offering three bedrooms, this guesthouse strikes a strong balance between comfort and practicality. Team #FinishTime appreciated that the rooms are spacious, clean and well equipped with air conditioning, WiFi and tea/coffee making facilities. In…
"Wild Olive Guest House & Villa"
On a recent trip to Paarl in the Western Cape, members of Team #FinishTime had the privilege of staying at Pontac Manor. The welcoming vibes and character-filled setting made us feel instantly at home, and we loved the balance between comfort and convenience. The manor is situated in the heart of Paarl, providing easy access to the town’s business areas, schools and wine estates, while still offering a peaceful setting to unwind. While we weren’t…
"Pontac Manor"
On a recent trip to Maseru to time a race, Team #FinishTime stayed at Scenery Guesthouse Stadium, and found it to be a welcoming and reliable place to stay. Its ideal location just behind Setsoto Stadium in a peaceful residential area made it extremely convenient, and we’d recommend it whether you’re travelling to Lesotho for a race, a business stay or to explore Maseru. The guesthouse’s rooms are air-conditioned and en suite, and offer free…
"Scenery Guesthouse Stadium"
When Team #FinishTime arrived at Armagh Guesthouse in Boksburg, it was immediately apparent that we’re found a slice of the Emerald Isle in Gauteng. With room names like “Irish Dancers”, “Celts Tree of Life”, “The Leprechaun” and “The Shamrock”, the fun Irish vibes caught our attention immediately. Being positioned in a peaceful residential area close to the R21 makes The Armagh both a convenient and comfortable place to stay, and the restful atmosphere was idyllic…
"The Armagh"
Villa Puccini in Claremont, Cape Town is a boutique bed-and-breakfast that boasts luxury, personalised service and a peaceful suburban setting. According to Team #FinishTime, who had the opportunity to stay here on a recent trip to the Mother City, there are three aspects of Villa Puccini that make it an exceptional place to stay. Firstly, we can’t praise the stunning surroundings enough. Some units open directly onto the pool or garden, creating a lovely extension…
"Villa Puccini"
Nogixa Lodge in Umzimkulu offered Team #FinishTime a comfortable and affordable stay during a recent trip. This guesthouse-style property features clean, well-maintained rooms, each with a private bathroom, small kitchenette area and a flat-screen TV. The kitchenettes are equipped with a fridge, microwave and tea/coffee maker, which meant that we had everything we needed to make a quick meal after a busy day’s event timing. The lodge has a relaxed, welcoming feel with spacious terraces…
"Nogixa Lodge"
During a trip to time a race in Vereeniging, we had the privilege of staying at The Yellow Butterfly, an apartment-style property in Three Rivers. It proved to be a solid choice for our short stay and also would have made a great locale for a longer visit to Vereeniging. It offers a blend of comfort, convenience and value that suited us perfectly. The location of The Yellow Butterfly is a real highlight. We were…
"The Yellow Butterfly"
On a recent trip to Gqeberha, Team #FinishTime had the luxury of staying at Garden Court Kings Beach, a solid, welcoming beachfront hotel. Located right on Kings Beach, we couldn’t have been closer to the race day action, and the sweeping views of Algoa Bay kept our Instagram feed looking great. The hotel has 280 well-appointed en-suite rooms, that come with air conditioning, unlimited free WiFi, tea/coffee making facilities and DSTV – everything you need…
"Garden Court Kings Beach"
Sha-Mani Guesthouse & Conference Venue is a welcoming and professional base that’s great for any visit, whether you’re in Gauteng for a race, a holiday or business. The property offers 10 comfortable, well-appointed rooms with modern amenities, including WiFi and tea/coffee stations as well as fridges and microwaves. Each room also includes a work desk, which is a feature always valued by Team #FinishTime. This gives us a comfortable space from which to complete race…
"Sha-Mani Guesthouse and Conference Venue"