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See where our students live in the heart of Observatory, Cape Town — from inside the rooms to a tour of the vibrant neighbourhood that surrounds them.

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“The accommodation I’ve stayed in for the past two months has consequently lined up with some of the best two months of my life. Rent a Room has been great throughout my journey in Cape Town and I’ll be forever grateful for their hospitality.”

— Owen Ransdell, 2-month Guest

“It was truly amazing. I felt at home far from home. Great facilities, comfy bed, equipped kitchen. All good!”

— Macarena Vega Gonzalez, Guest

“Lived with them for over 3 months and the best experience I could have in Cape Town. Houses are equipped with EVERYTHING you would ever need. If there was any tiny bit of issue, it was resolved in the same hour. It really was home away from home.”

— Abdullah, 3-month Resident at 197 Lower Main

“197 Lower Main Rd is a home away from home. The rooms are a safe space and the shared experience is awesome with a pool room, a big lounge, kitchen, and a braai space.”

— John Garang, Resident at 197 Lower Main Rd

“It was an amazing experience staying here. It always felt like home. All the facilities were best and the team was quick with any help and assistance.”

— Sudikshya Ghimire, Guest

“I absolutely loved living in 49 Milton St via Rent A Room. The whole process was very seamless and Sean Walpole and the whole team were incredibly helpful. They truly have a house and room type for anyone.”

— Rob Weidner, Resident at 49 Milton St

“When I first moved into 73 Arnold, I hoped my roommates and orientation group would become close friends—and that hope exceeded all expectations. The VAC staff help turn Cape Town into a true home for so many of us.”

— US summer intern via VACorps, 73 Arnold St

“Finally, I made real, lasting friendships here. The close-knit layout of the Lofts and the abundance of exciting things to do create the perfect recipe for forming deep bonds. We even went skydiving together in the first week!”

— VACorps intern, the Lofts at 5 Howe St

“My stay with Rent-A-Room was a great option long term. They had a variety of houses to choose from and were very flexible with move-in and move-out dates. It allowed me to meet new people and form a community in Observatory.”

— Rachel Van Pay, Long-term Resident

“Amazing place! I was here with a study abroad group. We said it felt like Airbnb vibes! We loved how responsive the staff was.”

— Mack, Study Abroad Group Member

“Great place for overseas students to meet new people and try new things, with the safety and support of Rent a Room.”

— Lyle Jungschläger, Guest

“I stayed at 73 Arnold Street. Great house. Great roommates. Great service from Rentaroom.”

— Marine Boyer, Resident at 73 Arnold St

“If you’re a student looking for accommodation in Cape Town, this place is honestly unmatched. The staff are not just professional, they genuinely care — warm, approachable, almost like having parents away from home.”

— Victor Him, Student Resident

“We were helped on New Year’s Eve, at incredibly short notice. Great room and amenities. Professional and efficient service. We will definitely be back.”

— Sonya Culverwell, Guest

“During my three month stay, the attention from Rent a Room has been superb. Any request or question has been answered promptly and staff has ensured we have a pleasant stay.”

— Alissa Lapentti, 3-month Resident

“I had a great stay at Rent A Room. Clean, big rooms and good showers. If something was broken, they fixed it immediately.”

— Dhyana Schie, Guest

“Room was perfect. House was perfect. Very tidy. Very comfortable. Staff was great. Highly recommend over any other housing service.”

— Caleb Fisher, Guest

“I am on a trip in Cape Town, and Rent a Room has been so great. They always respond quickly, the staff is very friendly, and they are efficient. They’ve made my time here a lot easier.”

— Daniella Kenji, Guest

“As someone who had never lived in Cape Town and was looking during the infamous Airbnb season, finding a room was an immense struggle. Rent-A-Room made the process so easy. An excellent cost-effective option for both short and long stays.”

— Kate Solomons, Guest

“For a first time traveler, this was exactly what I needed. The team was responsive and always willing to help. The house was better than I could have hoped for. 10/10 would recommend to anyone securing housing in Observatory.”

— Ryan Garwood, First-time Traveller

“A great place to start your South African adventure. The staff is very efficient and friendly; they go out of their way to make you feel at home and even provide additional documentation required when applying for your visa.”

— Brais Omar Moreno Cidrás, Guest

“Great accommodations! Pre-arrival process, airport pickup, and my stay here — everything was nice, amazing and made easy!”

— Andie Stern, Guest

“You can trust the Rent-A-Room team with your eyes closed. All staff work professionally and responsibly to ensure you feel at home away from your country.”

— Verified guest, Rent-A-Room Cape Town

“I highly recommend if you travel to Cape Town to contact Rent A Room. You have different options (with their respective prices) for the rooms and they make sure to keep the houses clean.”

— Farah Sarrell, Guest

“Rent A Room really exceeded my expectations. I was hosted by VACorps which provided accommodations with Rent A Room, and they catered to all our needs. They were on top of maintenance and cleaning and responded to every concern in a timely manner.”

— Mia Villegas, VACorps Intern

“Our son stayed with VACorps in Cape Town and rented a room via RentARoom. He was very happy there and lived together with other students — they cooked and did the washing together. The room and area seemed safe and clean.”

— Alex Agudo, Parent of VACorps Intern

“I have been living at Scott Road, Observatory during my six-month internship in Cape Town. RAR offers me a great place to stay. The house got cleaned twice a week and the maintenance service was very quick.”

— Thom Henskens, 6-month Intern at Scott Rd

“Amazing staff, especially Lucky! He is friendly and helpful when it comes to settling you in. Would definitely rent a room with RAR.”

— Noel Jaguar, Guest

“Rentaroom really rocks — an awesome and efficient team to work with. They expedite matters with ease and are super friendly. Thank you Rowan and team!”

— Kurt Roberts, Guest

“Patience and the team at Rent a Room were so helpful and accommodating during my stay. They always responded quickly and addressed any concerns in a timely manner. I would highly recommend.”

— Verified guest, Rent-A-Room Cape Town