Elana's place is beautiful, clean, stylish and at a very convenient location. Everything she describes and depicts in the pictures is accurate and truthful to the actual location. She is a great host because she is attentive and caring about your stay and safety while she is hosting you. Her husband is also a very nice person.
This apartment is nice for a tourism vacation for two. Aside from the good amenities, it is very centrally located and close to the key landmarks in Cape Town. This allows you to walk to most places, but also make the most of your time by reducing your travel time by car to a minimum.
While in no way the following comment is the host's responsibility or fault, it is important for guests to know this. The apartment is located right next to greenmarket square and Long Street. This area at all times of day and night is very busy and filled with people of all backgrounds. While you never really feel unsafe, it can be a bit bothersome sometimes that you get boarded by beggars every time you walk out the door or get dropped off in the corner. We also noticed that at nights, there where prostitutes standing near the door.
Again, at no point did we ever feel like our safety was in doubt, because the building has 24/7 security and there is always a concierge at the door. However, I would say that this place is best for tourism and making the best out of your time rather than a place to relax and enjoy a romantic getaway.
I still give the place and the host 5 stars.