We have created a list with the best boutique hotels in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated January 2024.
Guest House.Romantic. Very stylish. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. De Zeven in Stellenbosch provides adults-only accommodation with pool with a view, an open-air bath and a garden. The property has mountain and pool views, and is 11 km from Stellenbosch University. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The units in the guest house are equipped with a coffee machine. There is a private bathroom with walk-in shower in every unit, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the guest house, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests can relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stellenbosch, like hiking. De Zeven features a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 17 km from the accommodation, while Boschenmeer Golf Course is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 36 km from De Zeven, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most ROMANTIC AND STYLISH guest houses in Stellenbosch. It is the most popular boutique hotel in Stellenbosch, among couples.
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice style. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Simonzicht Guest House in Stellenbosch provides adults-only accommodation with pool with a view, a garden and a shared lounge. The property has garden views and is 7.8 km from Stellenbosch University and 14 km from Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Units include a kettle, while some rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also feature pool views. At the guest house, each unit has bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries and fruits are available each morning at the guest house. Guests at Simonzicht Guest House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stellenbosch, like hiking. Boschenmeer Golf Course is 22 km from the accommodation, while Heidelberg Golf Club is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 33 km from Simonzicht Guest House.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Superb breakfast. More sumptuous than a guest house and more homely than a hotel, Summerwood is situated in beautiful Stellenbosch, nestled between mountains and rivers, the perfect base from which to explore. Conveniently located within easy reach of the Winelands, Cape Town and its spectacular scenery, the guest house is set in a serene garden featuring a wide variety of indigenous plants. Originally built in 1904, it was designed by famous architect Mello Damstra and has been lovingly restored to meet the demands of the modern traveler. The friendly staff invite you to enjoy the comforts and tranquility of Summerwood and the beauty of its surroundings.Show full description
This bed and breakfast has a highly rated breakfast.
Lovely property. Stylish. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. Situated on the highest crest of Helshoogte Mountain Pass, Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa features luxurious accommodation with private pool. It offers a fitness centre and spa facilities. Indochine restaurant serves modern Asian Fusion cuisine, using products from organic farms and the on-site greenhouse. Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa has elegantly decorated rooms and suites with modern furniture and Egyptian cotton linen. Each of the air-conditioned units has a Butler’s Kitchen, a separate seating area, and a balcony. Outside decking provides the option of al fresco dining with delightful views of the surrounding gardens. Guests can relax in the spa and enjoy a variety of treatments, like hydro-massage baths and aromatherapy. A stunning heated infinity pool is located on the spa’s terrace, with a hot tub and large garden area. You can also choose from a variety of activities in the surrounding area, including hiking, horse riding and fishing.Show full description
Guest House.Cosy rooms. Nestled on the banks of the Banghoekrivier, known as the heart of the Stellenbosch Wine country, you will find MolenVliet Vineyards. MolenVliet Vineyards is a boutique Wine and Guest Estate with panoramic views of the breath-taking surrounding Mountains and Vineyards. The boutique style River Manor is nestled in the vineyards overlooking the Simonsberg mountain while the estate's Manor House offers guests access to a communal outdoor pool. For lunch and dinner there are lots of restaurants in Stellenbosch, 9 km away. The estate offers different accommodation options: The Cottages are ideally situated at the Entrance of the Estate with close by parking and boasts a private balcony overlooking the beautiful forest like gardens. Our seven en-suite Mountain View Executive Suites are ideally overlooking the Drakenstein Mountains and Estate Vineyards, this is the perfect hideaway for guests wanting to lounge around at their private heated plunge pool or take in the immaculate views from their private balcony Our six en-suite Mountain View Luxury Suites are ideally overlooking the Drakenstein Mountains and Estate Vineyards, this is the perfect hideaway for guests wanting to take in the immaculate views from their private balcony. A continental and English breakfast is served daily. Guests can visit one of the many wineries in the area. Franschhoek, in the heart of the Cape Winelands, is 24 km away. Molenvliet is 44 km from Cape Town International Airport and airport shuttles can be arranged.Show full description
Guest House.Comfortable beds. Situated in Stellenbosch and only 1.4 km from Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch Manor features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star guest house offers a housekeeping service and a shared lounge. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a year-round outdoor pool. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Some units have a seating area and/or a patio with outdoor furniture. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. Guests can also relax in the garden. Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 7.8 km from the guest house, while Heidelberg Golf Club is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 26 km from Stellenbosch Manor, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Farm Stay.Delightful property. Unique. Great views. Located 7 km from the town of Stellenbosch, Gemoedsrus Farm features views of the surrounding winelands and offers amenities including an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities. This Cape Dutch style building offers accommodation with a private bathroom. Selected rooms are fitted with a kitchenette with an oven and a microwave. We now offer a very stable, very fast wifi connection in all rooms for our guests to work if required. A full English is served each morning, either on the terrace or in the homestead-style kitchen. Popular points of interest near the farm stay include Clos Malverne Winery and Spa, 500 metres away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 36 km from Mulberry Cottage.Show full description
The most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in Stellenbosch.
Guest House.Lively. Stylish. Great location. Twice Central Guest House is a recently renovated guest house in Stellenbosch, where guests can makes the most of its outdoor swimming pool, garden and barbecue facilities. It is set 1.5 km from Stellenbosch University and features luggage storage space. The guest house also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the guest house, the units are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or garden views. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike hire is available at this 4-star guest house. A car rental service is available at the guest house. Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 10 km from Twice Central Guest House, while Heidelberg Golf Club is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 24 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This guest house has a great location in Stellenbosch.
Lodge.Lively. Charming. Comfortable beds. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities, The Log Cabin Lodge is located on Louisvale Wine Estate, 8 km from central Stellenbosch. Free WiFi is provided. All the air-conditioned units include a kitchenette with a toaster, a fridge and dining area. A stovetop and kettle are also offered. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. A bicycle rental service is available at this property. Stellenbosch Golf Club is 10 km from the lodge, while Cape Town International Airport is 39 km away.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most LIVELY lodges in Stellenbosch.
Hip. Great views. Great bar. Popular among couples. Offering stunning views of the Drakenstein and Simonsberg Mountains, this boutique hotel offers luxury in the heart of the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek Winelands. The rooms and villas are equipped with modern furnishings and spacious bathrooms. The villas contain fully equipped kitchenettes for self-catering. Guests can dine on the stylish patio furniture. The Clouds Wine Estate includes 2 infinity pools surrounded by decking and sun loungers. Guests can relax on the terrace with views of the surrounding countryside and enjoy the Estate’s own Clouds Sauvignon Blanc wine. Located on the Helshoogte Pass, Clouds Wine is less than 10km from central Stellenbosch. Cape Town International Airport is less than 40km from the Estate. Free parking is available.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest boutique hotel in Stellenbosch. It also has outstanding views and an amazing hotel bar.
Historic property. Built in 1713 and located in historic Stellenbosch, this hotel offers cosy rooms with classic décor. It also features a spa, a pool and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. The rooms at the 5-star Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel & Spa overlook the pool and courtyard. Helena's Restaurant at Coopmanhuijs serves Provençal cuisine and Cape wines. They include a balcony, cable TV and air conditioning. Rooms also have a private bathroom with underfloor heating. Guests can choose to dine indoors, in the intimate courtyard next to the pool or al fresco on the sidewalk terrace. Coopmanhuijs Spa offers a range of treatments, including an anti-oxidant rejuvenating facial and an Africology repair facial. Local activities including hiking, horseback riding and golf. The Coopmanhuijs Boutique is surrounded by Stellenbosch shops, galleries and museums. It is 20 km from Strand Beach.Show full description
This is likely the most HISTORIC boutique hotel in Stellenbosch.
Charming. Popular among women. Located in the heart of Stellenbosch, River Manor Boutique Hotel offers accommodation on the banks of the Eerste River. Housed in 2 adjacent manor houses and set in a landscaped garden, River Manor offers luxurious rooms featuring Cape antiques combined with contemporary furniture. There are a number of shops and restaurants within walking distance of River Manor Boutique Hotel, while Stellenbosch University is 800 metres away. Each room is air-conditioned and has a seating area, satellite TV and a private bathroom. Guests can relax in the library, or mingle with other guests in the lounge and dining areas that lead onto the terraces overlooking the gardens and 2 swimming pools.Show full description
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Good breakfast. Located on a working protea farm, on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, this manor welcomes guests seeking the perfect base to relax in style. Boasting panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and Devon Valley, Sugarbird Manor offers modern guest rooms. Spend the day exploring nearby hiking trails, improving your golfing skills or simply sunbathing next to the pool. Barbecue facilities are available for guests looking to have a traditional South African braai. Each of the guest units is decorated with earthy colours, underlining Sugarbird's bond with its natural surroundings. Watch the sunset from the terrace or discover all the garden has to offer.Show full description
Lodge.Romantic. Beautiful. Cosy rooms. Banhoek Lodge is situated along the scenic Helshoogte Pass, which offers an array of wine farms. The lodge boasts views of the vineyards and mountains. There are wineries within walking distance and restaurants such as Tokara and Indochine at Delaire Graff Estate are within a 5-minute drive. The elegant rooms and suites come complete with wooden furnishings and offer a balcony with views of the mountain. The air-conditioned units include a seating area, fireplace, flat-screen satellite TV and en suite bathroom. Activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. The historical town of Stellenbosch is 8 km away and Franschhoek is 20 km away. Cape Town International Airport can be reached in 44 km.Show full description
Apartment.Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and garden, Rozendal Stay is situated on an organic farm against the forested mountain slopes of the Jonkershoek Valley, 4 km from Stellenbosch. With a patio, each room is equipped with a safety deposit box. The private bathroom comes with a shower, bath and hairdryer. They have a private patio and overlooks the valley and stretches with distant views of Table Mountain. Guests can enjoy Vinaigrier- cellar tour and unique botanical vinegar made on the farm The centre of Stellenbosch is a 7-minute drive from Rozendal Stay, while the beachfront of Strand is 25 km away. Cape Town is a 45-minute drive from the property.Show full description
One of the most CHARMING apartments in Stellenbosch.
Unique. Comfortable beds. Good breakfast.Opened March 2022. Located in Stellenbosch, 8.9 km from Stellenbosch University, The Salene Hotel & Cottages provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the property also features a restaurant, as well as a bar. The hotel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Each room has a kettle and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while selected rooms come with a kitchen equipped with an oven. At the hotel every room comes with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at the property. The Salene Hotel & Cottages offers a barbecue. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stellenbosch, like hiking and fishing. The Salene Hotel & Cottages provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 17 km from the hotel, while Heidelberg Golf Club is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 26 km from The Salene Hotel & Cottages.Show full description
Historic. Great bar. The Lanzerac is situated on a private wine estate in the Jonkershoek Valley, surrounded by the Helderberg Mountains. It has a spa, two outdoor pools and one heated indoor pool. The Manor Kitchen serves classical dinners with contemporary influences and light meals can be enjoyed at the pub-style Taphuis restaurant. The spacious and air-conditioned rooms have a seating area with a satellite TV. Each has tea-and-coffee making facilities and a minibar. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries and under floor heating. Relaxing massages and a variety of beauty treatments are available at The Lanzerac Hotel & Spa, which features 8 private treatment rooms. It also has a sauna, steam room and a fitness room. A continental buffet and and hot breakfast options are served in the morning. The Deli offers home-made jams, freshly baked produce, cheese and charcuterie platters and picnic baskets. The Craven Lounge offers drinks, wines, spirits and craft beers in a relaxed environment with a fireplace and tapas menu. There is a working winery on site, offering guests a complimentary wine tasting and cellar tour.Show full description
Guest House.Historic. Great location. Great value. Popular among women. The Bonne Esperance is located in a Victorian guest house, 7-minutes walk from the University of Stellenbosch. It has free WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool and a wrap-around veranda. Rooms at the Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House are spacious and come equipped with air conditioning, bathroom amenities and satellite TV. Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House is 5 km away from Stellenbosch Golf Club and a 10-minute drive from several wine estates. Guests can take a walk through the hotel’s landscaped garden or relax in the lounge. The Jan Marais Nature Reserve is a 10-minute walk away.Show full description
Guest House.Lively. Offering garden views, The Jordan Suites is an accommodation set in Stellenbosch, 8.2 km from Stellenbosch University and 16 km from Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. A restaurant and coffee shop can be found on-site. The guest house also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Units come with a kettle, while some rooms also feature a terrace and others also feature mountain views. At the guest house, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach of the property. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, relax in the garden, or go cycling or hiking. Heidelberg Golf Club is 22 km from the guest house, while Boschenmeer Golf Course is 36 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 19 km from The Jordan Suites, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Cool. Great value. Great location. Popular among women. Set just 7.9 km from Stellenbosch University, Banhoek Corner Guesthouse features accommodation in Stellenbosch with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as full-day security. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside. All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a TV with streaming services. With a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi, while some rooms come with a terrace. The units at the bed and breakfast feature air conditioning and a desk. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, pancakes and fruits are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. There is a coffee shop and lounge. Guests at Banhoek Corner Guesthouse will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stellenbosch, like cycling. Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 14 km from the accommodation, while Boschenmeer Golf Course is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 33 km from Banhoek Corner Guesthouse.Show full description
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