Reviews

4.9
★★★★★
Based on 127 verified reviews
Top-rated venue
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4 14
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Value for Money
4.8
+0.2 vs Q1
Communication
5.0
Top in category
On-day Service
4.9
Stable
Quality & Décor
4.9
+0.1
Reliability
4.9
Stable

Recent Reviews

Last 90 days
TK
Thandi & Kabelo Verified booking
22 March 2025 wedding · Posted 23 March 2025
★★★★★
Thank you for the most magical day. From the first walkthrough Janine made us feel at home, and the team on the day was extraordinary — every detail, from the welcome drinks to the last dance, was perfect. Our guests are still raving about the food. We can't recommend Cape Gardens enough 💕
5.0 Value 5.0 Communication 5.0 On-day Service 5.0 Quality & Décor
NS
Nadia & Sebastian Verified booking
14 February 2025 wedding · Posted 18 February 2025
★★★★★
Cape Gardens exceeded every expectation. The estate is even more beautiful in person, and the on-day coordinator was a complete pro — even when the weather threatened to turn, the team had a covered backup plan ready within 20 minutes. Honestly the best decision we made.
4.8 Value 5.0 Communication 5.0 On-day Service 5.0 Quality & Décor
Cape Gardens Venue replied · 20 February 2025
Nadia & Sebastian — thank you so much for these kind words. Weather plans are something we take seriously, and we're glad it didn't show on your big day. Wishing you both every happiness ahead. 🥂
JS
Jodie & Stephan Verified booking
18 January 2025 wedding · Posted 22 January 2025
★★★★★
We did a destination-style wedding for 95 guests and the Cape Gardens team handled the logistics flawlessly. Catering was exceptional — the family-style lamb was the talk of the night. Will be sending every couple we know your way.
5.0 Value 5.0 Communication 5.0 On-day Service 5.0 Quality & Décor
Cape Gardens Venue replied · 24 January 2025
Jodie & Stephan, it was an honour to host your wedding. Thank you for the kind words about our team and the lamb — that's chef Liam's pride and joy. Come back for a vintage tasting any time. 🍷
MD
Megan & David Verified booking
07 December 2024 wedding · Posted 12 December 2024
★★★★★
Beautiful venue and the food was outstanding. The only reason this is 4 stars and not 5: we had a couple of small communication gaps in the lead-up — final confirmations on bar choices took a few back-and-forths. The actual day was perfect though, and the team made it feel effortless.
4.5 Value 4.0 Communication 5.0 On-day Service 5.0 Quality & Décor
RP
Rachel & Pieter Verified booking
22 November 2024 wedding · Posted 25 November 2024
★★★★★
The venue and grounds are gorgeous and our coordinator on the day was lovely. Unfortunately the vegetarian options at dinner were a bit limited — only one main option and several of our guests are vegetarian. We discussed this in advance but it didn't carry through to the kitchen. Honest review for future couples.
3.5 Value 3.0 Communication 4.0 On-day Service 4.5 Quality & Décor
Cape Gardens Venue replied · 27 November 2024
Rachel & Pieter — thank you for taking the time to share this. You're right, our communication on the vegetarian menu fell short and we apologise sincerely. We've since updated our menu briefing workflow with a dedicated dietary section. Please reach out — we'd love to invite you back for a tasting on the house.

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