Luxury Cape Winelands hotels

‘A Natural and Relaxing Resort with a History’

Babylonstoren is located in the Groot Drakenstein Valley in the heart of the Cape Winelands. This farm hotel is built in the Cape Dutch tradition, with many original structures still standing. Babylonstoren has suites and cottages with thick, white-washed walls, gabled roofs, and open fireplaces. Architecture emulates the buildings from the Cape Colony in the 17th and 18th centuries, creating a special place to stay. The best feature of the farm is the unique 8-acre formal garden, which provides the two onsite restaurants with a diverse range of seasonal fruit and vegetables. There is plenty of time to relax at Babylonstoren – guests can pick and taste produce from the garden, enjoy the spa or simply lounge by the pool. For a more adventurous getaway that makes the best of the region, explore the surrounding vineyards, be driven into the mountains, try out a hiking trail, or canoe or fish up at the dam. Babylonstoren offers stays swathed in nature and relaxation.

‘Restored Manor House’

With just 25 stunning rooms, suites and cottages, this luxury boutique hotel is situated on the outskirts of the Franschhoek village. Guests can choose between the original and charming Franschhoek Country House or villa accommodation. The award winning Monneaux Restaurant is situated on site and offers freshness, creativity, and generosity on every plate, without compromising on technique or elegance. There is also the wine lounge, perfect for that pre-dinner drink and sundowner. The Franschhoek Country House & Villas, surrounded by vineyards and lavender gardens, is a perfect base from which to explore this famously beautiful wine growing region. To relax further you will find a comprehensive selection of spa treatments including massages, reflexology, facials, manicures, pedicures and signature treatments which should not be missed!

‘Vineyard Views and Mountain Backdrops’

La Residence is situated at the heart of a private 30-acre estate in the picturesque town of Franschhoek; a haven for wine lovers, filled with boutique wineries and old family-owned wine farms. Private wine and cheese tasting sessions can be arranged and the hotel provides complimentary transfers into the town centre. At the estate you may spend your time cycling past the vineyards and plum orchards or simply admiring them from the cool infinity pool. Relaxing moments can also be found indoors as you receive a treatment at the spa or curl up with a book in the warm and inviting library. Dining takes place in a room reminiscent to that of a grand manor hall, where you can savour a seasonal menu with a heavy emphasis on the use of regional produce; accompanied of course by fine South African wines. Individually-styled rooms are appointed with plush furnishings, carefully-selected antiques and art pieces; showcasing views of the scenic mountains from a private balcony or veranda.

'Elegant and sophisticated Manor House'

The flagship property in the Leeu Collection, located between the mountainside and river just minutes away from the village of Franschhoek, Leeu Estates is an exclusive five-star Premium boutique hotel property situated on 68 hectares of vineyards. 

With 23 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites, it is an elegant and sophisticated private hideaway, offering superb comfort, fine dining and platinum service. The exceptional interiors of the 19th-century Manor House are matched by the equally spectacular surrounding mountain panoramas.
The Manor House features six rooms and suites, whilst two rooms are situated adjacent to The Manor House, and the remaining rooms and suites are located in spacious cottages amongst the gardens, oak trees and vineyards.

'Boutique in the heart of the Cape Winelands'

Located on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, Majeka House is an ideal base from which to explore Stellenbosch with museums, galleries and wineries all within easy reach. While not exploring, unwind and treat yourself in the Hotel Spa, and enjoy tailor made treatments. Each room comes with views of either the gardens or the mountains around Stellenbosch. Dining is provided by the Kitchen, which serves a range of meals that caters to all tastes. Alternatively, Stellenbosch, with its local eateries, is only a short drive away.