We have created a list with the best spa hotels in Western Cape, 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 Ada Nyman & Alexandra Bocheliuk. Updated March 2024.
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Wellness Retreat is located at the foothills of the Cederberg Mountains. It features a spaand wellness centre, heated outdoor swimming pool and lush garden. The spa offers a selection of signature massages and beauty treatments. Free WiFi is available. The elegantly decorated, air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a seating area. Each room includes under-floor heating and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The en-suite bathroom has a bath, shower and bathrobe. Bushmans Kloof serves breakfast daily and offers Cape Contemporary Cuisine and fresh organic products from the garden. The Wine Cellar boasts a variety of South African wines and guests can relax and enjoy a glass of wine in the bar. Guests can enjoy a variety of activities from hiking, canoeing, cycling and rock art excursions. Cape Town is a 3 hours’ drive away.Show full description
Outstanding SPA facilities. Nice sauna. Santé Wellness Retreat & Spais situated in the historic town of Paarl in the Cape Winelands. In a valley surrounded by mountains, it features a spa and wellness centre, heated indoor pool, outdoor pool, sauna, hydrotherapy treatment rooms and a Jacuzzi®. Pearl Valley Golf Estate and Spa is 12 km from the property and Cape Town is 54 km away. Each individually decorated room is air conditioned and comes equipped with a mini-fridge, tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom has a frame-less shower, bath and double vanity A number of restaurants can be found within 10 km radius from Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa. Free WiFi and private parking is available on site. The Cape Town International Airport is 50 km from the property. Nearby attractions include wine farms and historical landmarks both in Stellenbosch, 26 km away, and Franschhoek set 32 km from the property.Show full description
This is likely the most BEAUTIFUL spa hotel in Western Cape. It also has a great SPA!
Arabella Hotel & Spais overlooks a spectacularly attractive natural lagoon, surrounded by a lush landscape. The hotel boasts a 18-hole golf course designed by Peter Matkovich. With a balcony, the elegant rooms and suites at Arabella Hotel include air conditioning, a seating area, desk and a TV. Each has a private bathroom with free toiletries. Room service is available. Jamani Restaurant offers international and contemporary South African cuisine. Drinks, light meals and cocktails can be enjoyed at Barnabas Bar, overlooking the pool. Rejuvenate at the Arabella Spa, in the sauna and with a soothing massage. Energize at the gymor on the tennis court. Follow all with a dip in the pool. Relax also, in the pretty gardens or on the terrace. The friendly staff will help with setting up the full range of activities, including wine tasting, whale watching and horse riding. Rent a bike to explore the landscape, or see it from the sea, while kayaking. Hermanus is within 30 minutes' drive and Cape Town International Airport is 87 km away. Airport transfers can be arranged.Show full description
Tucked away on a large, private estate overlooking Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, this boutique hotel combines stunning views with first-class facilities. Nestled against the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range, Camps Bay Retreat Hotel is the ideal choice for guests looking to explore Cape Town in style. Wake up to the sound of rolling waves. Whether you stay in the old manor or modern annex, ocean views are ensured at all times. Privacy and tranquility are guaranteed at Camps Bay Retreat, thanks to the small number of guest rooms and natural setting. Stroll over the estate and discover waterfalls and mountains streams. Alternatively, you can have a swim in the outdoor pool or soak up the sun on your balcony. Why not treat yourself to a delicious meal on the veranda. While you indulge in seasonal specialities, the attentive staff can organise a rental car, reserve various day trips or see to it that your laundry is taken care of before your next Padel match. Turn-down service further complements your stay. Deck Rooms can be reached via a swing bridge and impress with their modern furnishings, glass front and open-plan design. Enjoy a bath in your free-standing bath or marvel at sea views from one of your balconies. Rooms in the manor boast a more traditional interior and feature elegant antique furnishings. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Situated on the highest crest of Helshoogte Mountain Pass, Delaire Graff Lodges and Spafeatures luxurious accommodation with private pool. It offers a fitness centre and spa facilities. Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa has elegantly decorated rooms and suites with modern furniture and Egyptian cotton linen. Guests can relax in the spa and enjoy a variety of treatments, like hydro-massage baths and aromatherapy. Each of the air-conditioned units has a Butler’s Kitchen, a separate seating area, and a balcony. Indochine restaurant serves modern Asian Fusion cuisine, using products from organic farms and the on-site greenhouse. Outside decking provides the option of al fresco dining with delightful views of the surrounding gardens. 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
This historic Cape Dutch farm has been elegantly renovated and features a garden full of fresh produce used in the restaurant. Babylonstoren also contains a spawith a massage service and Turkish bath. Each of the air-conditioned apartments retains historic details, such as wooden farm doors, fireplaces and thick stone walls. They are also equipped with modern kitchens, designer bathrooms and cable TVs. Free WiFi is provided. A fresh breakfast is provided daily and guests can order a packed lunch to explore the area on a bike, borrowed for free from Babylonstoren. The property also offers tea rituals, available via reservation at a surcharge. There is an indoor pool as well as an outside pool featuring a sun terrace with views of the mountains. Babylonstoren offers free private parking and a shuttle services can be arranged at a surcharge upon request. Cape Town International Airport is 50 km away.Show full description
Great pool. Located in Sea Point in Cape Town, The Glen Boutique Hotel & Spaoffers luxurious rooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel features an outdoor pool with sun loungers and spa facilities. The hotel’s spa offers a variety of massage treatments, a spacious steam room, a traditional Swedish sauna, and a hot tub. This hotel offers stylish rooms with modern furniture and a satellite TV. All rooms have private bathrooms equipped with double volume showers. Some rooms overlook the pool or have a balcony with views of the mountains or the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can enjoy or breakfast buffet, and an á la carte menu for a complementary warm breakfast item. We offer informal lunch and dining. In the day time food can be enjoyed at the poolside or terrace, dinner can be enjoyed at the terrace overlooking the swimming pool or at the restaurant. A good selection of fresh juices, teas and coffee's is available throughout the day. Cape Town International Airport is only 20 km from The Glen, and the hotel offers free private parking on site. An airport shuttle service is available on request.Show full description
Wonderful SPA facilities. 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 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 Manor Kitchen serves classical dinners with contemporary influences and light meals can be enjoyed at the pub-style Taphuis restaurant. 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. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Situated a 15-minute drive away from Cape Town's centre, in large park-like gardens in the heart of Claremont, this manor house offers country chic rooms with free Wi-Fi and a seating area. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool. The air-conditioned rooms of The Andros Boutique Hotel are individually decorated in an elegant style. Some rooms have panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and gardens. Room service is available. Guests can spoil themselves with a personalised treatment at Andros Boutique’s Beauty Salon Ginkgo Spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. The hotel also has a gymand a sauna. In the champagne room, guests can enjoy freshly prepared cocktails and pre-dinner drinks. The à la carte restaurant serves country cuisine with a French influence in an intimate setting. Claremont is one of Capetown’s Southern Suburbs. The Andros Boutique Hotel is just a 5-minute drive from the Kenilworth Race Course and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Free private parking is available on site. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
I rate this as the most STYLISH spa hotel in Western Cape.
Situated 20 km from Cape Town, the elegant Steenberg Hotel & Spaoffers a unique experience of heritage, fine wine and excellent cuisine. The hotel has a spa centre and hosts a championship golf course. The air-conditioned rooms feature an electric kettle, TV with satellite channels and shower. Further facilities include a hairdryer, slippers and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy the fine-dining at Tryn Restaurant or trendy bistro fare at winery restaurant Bistro Sixteen82. Alternatively, guests can try the award-winning wines at the Steenberg Winery. The hotel offers a free shuttle service within 5 km radius and airport shuttles can be arranged for a surcharge. The hotel, nestling at the foot of the Stone Mountain, is surrounded by pristine vineyards. The buildings, dating back to 1682, have been restored to their former glory and are national monuments.Show full description
Amazing pool. Superb sauna facilities. Located on a private garden estate in Stellenbosch, Majeka House features a spa, a gourmet restaurant and a large, heated, communal indoor pool. The owner managed boutique hotel boasts stylish rooms and free WiFi. Majeka Spaoffers a full range of massages, facials and other treatments. The rooms at Majeka House are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV and Nespresso coffee machines. The Majeka Kitchen serves local specialities cooked with fresh ingredients, some picked from the on-site organic garden. Food is served on the terrace during the summer months, and by a fireplace in winter. Guests can relax in the sauna, steam room or hot tub, or work out in the fitness centre. In addition to the communal, indoor pool, the Poolside Rooms and Double Rooms with Garden View offer access to semi-exclusive outdoor pools. From Majeka House, it is less than 10-minutes’ drive to the shops and cafés of Stellenbosch city centre. Stellenbosch Golf Club is 3 km away.Show full description
Located in the hills above Knysna, the 5-star Simola Hotel Country Club & Spaboasts a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course and a restaurant with lagoon views. The rooms at the eco-friendly Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player and a stylish bathroom with amenities. The Simola Spa features massages, face and body treatments. Some rooms have panoramic views of the lagoon or forest and include a kitchen and a cosy lounge with a fireplace. With a bistro-style meanu, Lungalo Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. Lunch and light meals are available at the golf club lounge. Guests can relax in the heated indoor pool or work out at the gymwhich overlooks the Knysna Heads and offers state-of-the-art equipment and personal trainers. The centre of Knysna is within 10 minutes' drive and Plettenberg Bay is 39 km away while George can be reached within 1 hour by car.Show full description
Stunning pool facilities. Wonderful sauna. Located in the heart of the Cape Winelands between magnificent mountains, Angala in Paarl offers elegant accommodation, conference facilities and is conveniently located close to renowned golf courses. The private, spacious rooms and suites feature natural colors and are decorated with sculptures and selected decoration items. Each suite offers a patio, a seating area and a satellite TV. Some of the suites offer fireplaces. A breakfast buffet is served every morning. Angala also boasts a restaurant, that opens up onto a terrace with views of the Du Toits Kloof Mountains. Guest can relax in the natural pool, which features panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Massages and beauty treatments are available for a fee. Other facilities at Angala also include an infrared sauna, steam room, ozonated solar heated pool with spa. Angala is located just outside Franschhoek. Free private parking is available on site. Facilities at this hotel do not include a proper SPA, but a sauna, a swimming pool, hot tub and hammam. Show full description
This boutique hotel has lovely pool facilities and great sauna facilities.
Located in Plettenberg Bay, 90 metres from Hobie Beach, The Old Rectory provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms are fitted with a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with pool views. At The Old Rectory every room comes with bed linen and towels. A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The Wedge Beach is 90 metres from the accommodation, while Central Beach is 200 metres away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay Airport, 6 km from The Old Rectory. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Great sauna. This hotel is set at the gateway to the V&A Waterfront and located adjacent to the CTICC. Hotel guests can have in-room workstation with free Wi-Fi and free access to the Heavenly Spa. The Westin Cape Town’s rooms have a minibar, an LCD TV, separate bathtub, essential amenities and incredible views of both the waterfront and the city skyline.. Selected rooms have a spacious lounge area, all rooms come with a flat-screen TV. Guests can have 24-hour room service and free access to the well-equipped gymwhich overlooks city views. Thirty7 Showkitchen restaurant serves breakfast, all made from local product. A selection of whiskeys and cognacs are available at the Raleighs Bar. The Westin Cape Town is a 5-minute drive to the Cape Town Stadium. Camps Bay and Clifton Beach are within a 10-minute drive. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Nestled between the mountains and a river within the picturesque Franschhoek valley, Leeu Estates is situated on 100 hectares of vineyards, landscaped gardens and fynbos. The luxury estate boasts a spaand outdoor pool. The elegant, spacious rooms and suites are either located at the refurbished 19th-century Manor House or around the estate amongst gardens, oak trees and vineyards. Each comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Guests can relax at the pool, work out in the fitness centre or get pampered at Leeu Spa. There is also a library at the old Manor House. An array of activities is offered in the area, such as cycling and hiking. The hotel also offers free use of bicycles and car hire can be arranged. Franschhoek Monument is 2.1 km from Leeu Estates and the nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 47 km away.Show full description
This former power station is located in Knysna and offers sunny suites with an iPod docking station and views of the Knysna Lagoon. The spacious sun deck comes with an outdoor pool. The rooms at Turbine Hotel & Spaare elegantly decorated with light fabrics and parquet floors. The suites have a satellite LCD TV and extra long beds. A full English breakfast is available each morning at the Turbine Hotel. For light meals and drinks, there is a tapas bar and a fully stocked wine cellar. Guests of this hotel can undergo a hot-stone massage or enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool, which faces the lagoon. The sun deck offers a calm spot to read a book or magazine. The 24-hour reception staff can arrange babysitting and shuttles to George Airport, 65 km away. Lagoon and sea cruises can be arranged as well.Show full description
Situated in the historical Constantia Valley on the slopes of Table Mountain, The Cellars-Hohenort offers luxurious rooms with views across its world-renowned gardens and vineyards. Facilities include 2 award-winning restaurants and 2 swimming pools. Fresh Wellness Spahas a holistic approach to both health and beauty, and features a steam room, facial and massage rooms, and manicure and pedicure rooms. The elegant rooms of The Cellars-Hohenort are uniquely decorated with artworks by South African artists. All rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a smart TV, and offer views of Table Mountain or the manicured gardens. The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel also features a tennis court. Guests can enjoy a selection of traditional recipes in The Conservatory, built around a giant 300-year old oak tree. The Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden is about 4 km away and Cape Town city centre can be reached within 15 minutes by car.Show full description
Rooftop pool. Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain, in trendy Tamboerskloof, our boutique hotel Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel and Spais located within walking distance of the variety of trendy shops and restaurants on the vibrant Kloof and Long Streets. Nearby attractions include V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay and Clifton Beaches, and are all within a 10-minute drive. Facilities include a spa with sauna and 3 treatment rooms, an elevator, 24 hour reception, security and parking. Rooms at Cloud 9 are equipped with modern amenities such as a Nespresso coffee machine, Ultra HD TV with an extensive channel selection, air conditioning and complimentary high-speed fibre WiFi. The bathrooms are fitted with a rain shower, designer bathroom amenities and some of them also offer a bath. Some rooms boast views of Table Mountain. Cloud 9 also features a rooftop bar with 360-degree views of the city and Table Mountain, 3 on-site restaurants and room service. There is also an art gallery and an intimate library. The hotel connects 5 beautiful heritage properties via a central reception and secluded courtyard. Guests can relax on the sun deck, and enjoy a splash in the plunge pools or the hot tub. The reception desk can assist guests with arranging airport transfers and various trips in and around Cape Town. Cape Town International Airport is 21 km away from Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel and Spa. We now have Solar Power . Show full description
Nice pool. Windtown, a resort situated in Langebaan along the West Coast, features a water sports centre providing SUP boards and kite surfing equipment rentals and lessons. Each air-conditioned room has a pool view. The spaoffers guests relaxing massages and beauty treatments. It comes equipped with a TV and the private bathroom has a shower and free toiletries. The TVs come equipped with satellite limited channels and you can also use a HDMI & USB if you want to view your own programs. Breeze Restaurant serves healthy and natural food including local delicacies in a relaxed atmosphere. A number of restaurants serving a range of cuisines can be found within 1 km from Windtown. The beach is located 150 metres from the property where guests can enjoy a variety of water sports or they can relax around the pool at the resort. Free Wi-Fi and private parking is available. Cape Town is 126 km from the property and the Cape Town International Airport is a 1-hour and 30-minute drive away.Show full description
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