Luxury hotels in Stellenbosch

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Stellenbosch. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel & Spa Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Hotel. 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. They include a balcony, cable TV and air conditioning. Rooms also have a private bathroom with underfloor heating. Helena's Restaurant at Coopmanhuijs serves Provençal cuisine and Cape wines. 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 Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 3015 ZAR.

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• 2 Batavia Boutique Hotel Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Hotel. Located in the heart of the historic Stellenbosch, this classical 19th century guest house offers luxurious rooms. Within walking distance from the Stellenbosch Museum and the Moederkerk, it features an outdoor pool. Batavia Boutique Hotel has spacious rooms decorated with antique and contemporary pieces such as beautiful sofas, oversized chairs, and refined tables. Each of the air-conditioned rooms has a flat-screen satellite TV. Guests can start their day with a rich breakfast served in the dining room. Late afternoon tea, cakes and drinks are offered in your room, or outside on the patio next to the swimming pool. You can go for wine tasting along the Stellenbosch wine route, the oldest and most popular in South Africa. A variety of activities can also be enjoyed, including hot air balloon trips, helicopter rides, fishing and mountain biking. Cape Town International Airport is 24 km away, and Batavia Boutique offers free private parking on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 3400 ZAR.

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• 3 Lanzerac Hotel & Spa Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 6000 ZAR.

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• 4 Asara Wine Estate & Hotel Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Hotel. Situated in the middle of a working wine farm, amidst the rolling Stellenbosch hills, Asara Wine Estate & Hotel offers a tranquil ambience and features a heated swimming pool with sun loungers. The spacious and stylishly decorated rooms at Asara each have their own balcony or terrace, opulent bathroom and 5-star room amenities. Guests can enjoy formal dining at the seasonal Taste restaurant and casual bistro-style meals at Sansibar Bistro. Drinks and cocktails are available at the Sansibar Lounge & Terrace. For afternoon teas, coffees, fresh pastries, delicious in-house ice-creams, light meals and wines, guests can visit the Courtyard Café & Deli. The Asara Wine Estate & Hotel offers cellar tours and wine tasting, where guests can taste an impressive selection of award-winning wines. Guests can explore the hotel’s beautiful surroundings with a rental car or bicycle or take a walk through the vineyards. Spa treatments are available by appointment. The property is an ideal wedding and conference venue with an Events Team on hand to assist with planning and ideas. Free on-site private parking and free WiFi are also available. The Stellenbosch Golf Club is 4.3 km from Asara Wine Estate & Hotel, and the Cape Town International Airport is 19.4 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 3995 ZAR.

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• 5 Webersburg Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Guest house. Nestled in the lower valley of Helderberg Mountain, in the Stellenbosch Winelands, Webersburg offers 5-star accommodation in tranquil surroundings. It features a winery, pool and a tennis court. The elegant rooms and cottage feature air conditioning, a seating area with a flat-screen satellite TV, fridge and a private bathroom with a hot tub and free toiletries. The cottage has a patio with mountain views and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy a day of wine tasting on site or in the several wineries within 1 km of the property. Other activities include nature walks and fishing. Cape Town city centre is a 35-minute drive away. Attractions such as Table Mountain, Robben Island, Gordon’s Bay and the Whale Route, all within a 1-hour drive away by car. Cape Town International Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Webersburg has free private parking on site and 24-hour security. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 3050 ZAR.

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• 6 Deux Frères Luxury Villas Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Guest house. Set in Stellenbosch, 7.9 km from Stellenbosch University, Deux Frères Luxury Villas offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 5-star guest house offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. The units in the guest house are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchenette, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Deux Frères Luxury Villas provides certain units with pool views, and every room is fitted with a coffee machine. At the accommodation all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. Boschenmeer Golf Course is 23 km from Deux Frères Luxury Villas, while Heidelberg Golf Club is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 31 km from the guest house. Show full description Guest review score 9.7

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• 7 Wedgeview Country House & Spa Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Guest house. Situated near Stellenbosch, Wedgeview Country House & Spa offers luxurious rooms with free Wi-Fi. This countryside retreat also has 2 outdoor pools, spa facilities, and an open-air terrace. Each Wedgeview room has a private patio that overlooks the vineyards or the landscaped garden. Rooms come equipped with satellite TV and a seating area. Some bathrooms have double rain shower heads. Breakfast is served in the property's garden. Afterwards, Wedgeview Country guests can relax in the hydro bath or enjoy a professional spa treatment. Wedgeview Country House & Spa is a short drive from Somerset West, a 35-minute drive from Cape Town centre, and only a 20-minute drive from Cape Town International Airport. Free private on-site parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 1748 ZAR.

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• 8 Lyngrove Wines & Guesthouse Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Guest house. Located along the garden route, only 10 km from Stellenbosch, Lyngrove Wines & Guesthouse features large gardens with an outdoor pool and tennis court. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Each of the rooms is individually decorated and has an en suite bathroom. Some rooms have a private patio and all come equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, air-conditioning and tea/coffee facilities. Breakfast is prepared fresh daily and served in the elegant dining room featuring large windows and garden views. Guests can use the barbecue facilities to enjoy a traditional braai, and the bar serves a variety of drinks. After breakfast, guests can relax in the lounge of beside the open fire or enjoy a game of billiards in the games room. Free private parking is available and a shuttle can be requested to Cape Town International Airport, 27 km away. Somerset West is only a 12 km drive from the Lyngrove Guest House. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 2880 ZAR.

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• 9 Evergreen Manor and Spa Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Guest house. Located in Stellenbosch, the heart of South Africa’s wine industry, this luxurious guest house boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyards and mountains. Ideal if you wish to explore the Cape Winelands, Evergreen Manor and Spa is housed in a beautiful Cape Dutch-style building. Start the day with a swim in the outdoor pool. After breakfast on the terrace, you can stroll through the garden or treat yourself to a professional massage. The spa offers countless body and beauty treatments, ensuring you a truly relaxing stay at Evergreen. Plan the following days in the comfort of your individually furnished guest room, decorated with unique antique pieces. Personalised service and a sophisticated atmosphere complement your visit. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 1995 ZAR.

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• 10 Aaldering Luxury Lodges Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Lodge. Featuring a garden with sun terrace, Aaldering Vineyards & Wines offers wine tasting and a quiet countryside accommodation. With free WiFi, the property is 8 km from the centre of Stellenbosch. With a furnished terrace and views of a lake and the vineyards, the air-conditioned lodges have a private entrance. They are equipped with a fireplace, a seating area with sofa and 2 luxury chairs and a coffee machine with complimentary coffee and tea. Guests can make use of the free iPad. The bathroom contains a shower and a bath. For a good night's sleep, guests at Aaldering Vineyards & Wines can choose out of 6 pillows from the pillow menu. A full hot breakfast is served every morning. The concierge service can assist guests in arranging excursions and spa treatment which is available upon request at a charge. Cape Town International Airport is 36 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.6

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• 11 Wild Mushroom Country House Stellenbosch, South Africa

  

  Country house. The Wild Mushroom Country House is in the Cape Winelands, 5-minutes from the historical centre of Stellenbosch. The hotel offers unique guest rooms and free Wi-Fi in a beautiful location. This small hotel has 6 luxury suites on offer, all of which have been uniquely decorated. All rooms include an extra-length king-size bed and a luxury bathroom, as well as a plasma TV and iPod docking station. A full English breakfast is included in the room rate at Wild Mushroom Country House and can be enjoyed in the pretty courtyard, weather permitting. A light lunch, afternoon tea and dinner can also be arranged. Guests at the Wild Mushroom Country House can relax by the swimming pool or enjoy the landscaped gardens. Horse-riding, golf and wine tasting tours are all available in the surrounding area. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 2450 ZAR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!