Top Boutique Hotels in Stellenbosch (2026)

De Zeven in Stellenbosch provides adults-only accommodations with pool with a view, an open-air bath, and a garden. Beauty services is available for guests. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. At the guest house, all units are fitted with a desk. There's 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 can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Stellenbosch University is 6.7 miles from De Zeven, while Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 10 miles away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 22 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "I absolutely loved my stay at the guest lodge. It doesn't feel at all like a hotel. It's more like visiting a friends hillside vineyard villa. It's open and airy with amazing views. Tons of sitting space around the public areas. The pool is beautiful overlooking the valley and surround mountains. The breakfast is wonderful. And, the staff is extremely welcoming. My room was large and very comfortable. I loved staying here!" - "The views, the location, the breakfast"

Van der Stel Manor is located in a residential area, 5 minutes' drive from the center of Stellenbosch. The restored Cape Dutch home features a garden and outdoor pool. The luxurious rooms at Van der Stel Manor feature air conditioning and a private bathroom with bath, shower and bathrobes. Enjoy a cup of tea from your private patio. Each rooms has direct access to the pool and rose garden. A continental breakfast is served in the morning and light meals, wines, tea and desserts can be arranged on request. Jan Marais Nature Reserve is 0.9 mi away and Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is within 10 minutes' drive. Activities in the area include wine tasting, golfing, hiking and mountain biking. Cape Town International Airport is 23 mi away.

- "We had a lovely stay at Van Der Stel Manor!" - "Fantastic thank you!" - "Great location. Stylish, classic Cape guest house. Comfortable, spacious room with big bathroom and balcony. Warm efficient hospitality fron Petro and her team. Delicious tasty, individually served breakfast, all home made and fresh. Perfect stay, thank you." - "Lovely room with a small patio with a table and two chairs that led onto the beautifully kept garden and small pool. Very helpful and friendly staff who were always happy to help and provide wonderful insight on the area and where to visit. Breakfast was very good and plenty to eat."

Located on the highest crest of Helshoogte Mountain Pass, Delaire Graff Lodges and Spa features luxurious accommodations with private pool. It offers a fitness center and spa facilities. 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. 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. 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.

- "Extraordinary good food, location, cottage." - "The exceptional customer service" - "This hotel is really gem. Everything was absolutely amazing from the check-in to check-out. This hotel is like heaven. Amazing spa, superb pool area, excellent apartments, simply the best. There isn not any negative. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks to all staff in the hotel. Food in the restaurant is really delicious. 🙏🙏🙏 wish to spend there more nights."

Stellenbosch Manor in Stellenbosch provides accommodations with a garden and a terrace. This 4-star guest house offers daily room service and a shared lounge. There's a year-round outdoor pool and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a shower. A patio with outdoor furniture and garden views is offered in select units. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. The guest house offers an à la carte or continental breakfast. Stellenbosch University is a 16-minute walk from Stellenbosch Manor, while Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 4.9 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 16 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "The place is amazing, the staff is very engaged to make the experience look magical. We have stayed in room 3, very comfortable and well equipped." - "Beautiful place and the host was great. Very helpful and accommodating our weird checkin and checkout times" - "Loved the breakfast, wish we could have ordered more!" - "All staff members were outstanding, great service with a smile and very attentive. Bed was super comfortable, linens were luxury quality, room #4 upstairs in the back of the house had a lovely terrace and quiet for sleeping, breakfast was excellent, and housekeeping was just right. Secure parking on-site. Loved being able to walk to town in the daylight and lots of walking and hiking paths/trails nearby."

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 6.2 mi from central Stellenbosch. Cape Town International Airport is less than 25 mi from the Estate. Free parking is available.

- "The pool is sensational. Such a nice touch to have waters and suntan lotion there. Location is amazing with awesome views. Wish I was there for longer." - "Everything. Beautiful, relaxing, good food and wine. Stunning view." - "Absolutely the most beautiful place I have ever stayed. The view, the luxury yet very comfortable estate felt perfect. Just magical in every way. Service and food were excellent - best breakfast, snacks, fresh salads and delightful dinner selections. The wine, beautiful private vineyard-overlooking the cloud laced mountains and valleys below made for life time memories."

Located in Stellenbosch, 1.2 miles from Stellenbosch University, Southern Sun de Wagen provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. The property has a concierge service, and organizing tours for guests. 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. At Southern Sun de Wagen all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. The accommodation has a sun terrace. Guests at Southern Sun de Wagen will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stellenbosch, like cycling. Speaking Afrikaans and English, staff at the 24-hour front desk can help you plan your stay. Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 6.3 miles from the hotel, while Heidelberg Golf Club is 11 miles away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 15 miles from Southern Sun de Wagen, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "It was great!" - "The best breakfast ever. I will definately recommed your facility to freinds and collegues. The staff was freindly too and attendede to every request with care. I will gladly come back as soon as possible." - "One of the best hotels we have stayed in for a very long time. The room was spacious, the bed was comfortable, the staff were lovely, the facilities were excellent and the breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend and will definitely book again if we make our way through Stellenbosch again. Could not fault anything! Thank you for a wonderful stay!"

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. Guests can take a walk through the hotel’s landscaped garden or relax in the lounge. Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House is 3.1 mi away from Stellenbosch Golf Club and a 10-minute drive from several wine estates. The Jan Marais Nature Reserve is a 10-minute walk away.

- "I had the french toast for breakfast and it was amazing, would recommend it for anyone." - "This was a nice place to stay ideally located for a few nights in stellenbosch. The property was undergoing renovations at the time but they let us know in advance and we were completely undisturbed the checkin and breakfast staff were great. We had breakfast in the building next door there was a good selection the rooms were clean and our had a balcony and small table you could see some of the mountains. Reception were accommodating if we needed anything."

Built in 1713 and located in historic Stellenbosch, this hotel offers cozy 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 12 mi from Strand Beach.

- "One of the best boutique hotels we stayed. Nice interior, rooms and restaurant." - "The location is very convenient and there are many restaurants/bars/cafes around the hotel. We had dinner at the restaurant (Helena’s restaurant) and it was fantastic. All staff are super friendly and professional. Their valet parking service is convenient. Breakfast was also amazing and we really enjoyed staying here." - "Evening meals were excellent." - "Centrally located. Historical building. Attractive decor. Lovely, efficient staff."

Life & Leisure Boutique Guest house offers accommodations in the historic and central part of Stellenbosch, within walking distance to restaurants,shops and bars. The Village Museum is a 5-minute walk away. Life & Leisure Boutique Guest house's rooms are individually decorated and combine contemporary design with elegant touches, colors and modern comfort. All rooms offer air conditioning, satellite TV, a mini-bar, toaster, microwave and tea-and-coffee making facilities. The University of Stellenbosch is 1640 feet away and bicycle rental can also be arranged. Other facilities include a conference venue and a swimming pool, as well as 2 lounge areas and a bar. Cape Town International Airport is 22 mi away, and an airport shuttle service is also available for a surcharge.

- "Location & ease of access and ‘honesty policy’" - "Beautiful place, very good breakfast, perfect location, very friendly staff. Thanks to the owner Margie for all the recommendations and her hospitality." - "Fantastic location, walking distance to town, great coffee and breakfast. Loved the pool in the stellenbosch heat. Friendly staff, we had everything we could possibly need provided by the establishment." - "The hotel is warm and cozy and has a very homely feel. It has a beautiful interior and the best sheets I have ever slept on. The staff were incredible and so hospitable. We will back for sure."

Located in the heart of Stellenbosch, River Manor Boutique Hotel offers accommodations 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. 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. There are a number of shops and restaurants within walking distance of River Manor Boutique Hotel, while Stellenbosch University is 2625 feet away.

- "Amazing staff, beautiful atmosphere" - "Super nice hotel and staff! Everyone was lovely and the room was great." - "Good staff and very good breakfast." - "Staff were great and the room was well appointed. Great location. Nice breakfast." - "What makes the place stand out is the staff, all of them are so well trained, friendly and professional." - "Loved everything about the hotel. The kind friendly and helpful staff, the cleanliness, the room was so spacious and the bed so comfortable. Will definitely stay here again. Warm and cozy, just perfect!"