Cape Town’s trusted landing platform for international students and interns.
Rent-A-Room is the proud accommodation partner of VAC Cape Town
WE’RE NOT YOUR AVERAGE RENTAL AGENCY
Welcome to our luxury short-term student rental company located in Observatory, Cape Town. We are dedicated to providing exceptional co-living experiences for foreign students studying in Cape Town.
Our company offers a unique blend of modern amenities and community-oriented living, designed to foster a comfortable and secure environment for our residents. We take pride in our prime location, which provides easy access to local universities, restaurants, and entertainment options.
Our team of experienced professionals is committed to delivering personalized services to ensure that our residents have everything they need to thrive during their stay with us. Join us and experience the best that Cape Town has to offer!
Your Cape Town landing, sorted
Moving to a new country is daunting. We make the hardest part — a safe place to land — simple.
“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, Guest
“It was truly amazing. I felt at home far from home. Great facilities, comfy bed, equipped kitchen. All good!”
— Macarena Vega Gonzalez, Guest
“I have recommended their housing to multiple other students and interns coming to South Africa and they truly have a house and room type for anyone. Rent A Room should be your first and last stop in your search.”
— Rob Weidner, Resident
“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. Thank you Rent a Room.”
— Abdullah, 3-month Resident
“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
“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 any additional documentation required when applying for your visa.”
— Brais Omar Moreno Cidrás, 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
“Rent-A-Room made the process so easy, finding me a place as soon as possible. We have all that we need in our little house and I have felt very safe. An excellent cost-effective option for both short and long stays in Cape Town.”
— 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 for their stay in Observatory.”
— Ryan Garwood, First-time Traveller
