Stellenbosch

Travel Guide

Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch
Spier Wine Estate showing a lake or waterhole and autumn leaves
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Stellenbosch

Where to stay in Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch showing mountains, landscape views and farmland

Stellenbosch Central

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Stellenbosch Central, Fick House and Dorp Street are top sights worth seeing.

Stellenbosch Central
We watched and waited and finally he yawned!

Raithby

Gardens and restaurants are some noteworthy features of Raithby. Make a stop by Eikendal Winery while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Firgrove Station to get around town.

Raithby
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Pniel

While Pniel might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Boschendal and Zorgvliet Estate.

Pniel
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Die Boord

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Die Boord and surrounding area, you can visit Dorp Street and Stellenbosch Golf Club.

Die Boord
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Dalsig

Though Dalsig might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dorp Street and Stellenbosch Golf Club.

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Vlottenburg

Unique features of Vlottenburg include the wineries and restaurants. Make a stop by Van Ryn Brandy Cellar or Vredenheim Estate while you're exploring the area.

Vlottenburg
De Zalze Lodge
De Zalze Lodge
4 out of 5
Strand Road R44, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
The price is SAR 555 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
SAR 555
SAR 638 total
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury country house in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions De Zalze Golf Club and Blue ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

De Zalze Lodge
Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel
Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
33 Church Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury guesthouse in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (287 reviews)
Just perfect!
"I can't recommend this hotel enough! From its amazing friendly staff, great location and delicious food ... everything was just perfect!"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel
The Spier Hotel
The Spier Hotel
4 out of 5
R310 Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
The price is SAR 1,074 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
SAR 1,074
SAR 1,247 total
10 Jun - 11 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (541 reviews)
Charming luxury family owned hotel and winery.
"This is a beautiful hotel, just renovated and reopened in March 2025 in one of Stellenbosch’s oldest wineries. We enjoyed the knowledgeable wine tasting by Sommelier Tyson who also assisted us with a fine wine at the charming open kitchen restaurant. Everything is farm to table, fresh and excellent. ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

The Spier Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sunset Farm Stellenbosch
Sunset Farm Stellenbosch
4 out of 5
Blaauwklippen Rd & Wildebosch Rd, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Blue Creek Weddings and Functions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Last minute booking led to an amazing short stay for our two families. Wish we could have stayed longer. Beautiful accomodations in a beautiful area."

Reviewed on 16 July 2024

Sunset Farm Stellenbosch
WINK Quiver Tree
WINK Quiver Tree
3.5 out of 5
2 Faure Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Van der Stel ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
"The property was clean and well guarded .The bathroom needed a good clean .The surroundings were kept clean"

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

WINK Quiver Tree
7 Ackermann Place Guest House
7 Ackermann Place Guest House
3 out of 5
7 Ackermann Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Stellenbosch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Toy & Miniature ...
Great spot
"I would highly recommend 7 Ackermann Place Guest House. It was spotlessly clean, lovely spacious comfortable rooms and a great location."

Reviewed on 14 August 2024

7 Ackermann Place Guest House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Stellenbosch

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 65%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 31%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Suzanne

Rupert Museum was well worth going to. Delaire Graff - Most amazing grounds and most amazing views from this property. A must see!

5/5 - Excellent

T

Beautiful scenery, interesting wine farms. Friendly and knowledgable people. Even though we live close to Napa and Sonoma wine country, we still found Stellenbosch and surrounding areas to be appealing and worthwhile..

5/5 - Excellent

RM

Very lovely place to visit.

5/5 - Excellent

ADNK

Landscape was excellent.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful-- split time between Stellenbosch and Franschoek.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Enjoyed our wine tour with Leizel from Hotspots. She was a fabulous tour guide. Very informative.