Ideally situated in the Simonsberg Mountain Range, just a stone’s throw from Stellenbosch, this luxurious hotel stands for excellent service and pure relaxation.
Just 40 minutes from Cape Town, African Valley Estate is a unique escape for the discerning traveller. Enjoy a day discovering the area’s many sights or soak up the sun in the pool area. Beverages and lunch are either served in the indoors dining area or on the pool deck.
Each of the 12 suites includes a private lounge with fireplace, ensuring you a romantic stay. Marvel at panoramic views of Stellenbosch and Table Mountain from the comfort of your private patio. The attentive staff is happy to organize special outings and day trips for you.
Hotel informationAfrican Valley Estate Small Luxury Hotel is a 12 bedroom hotel in the middle of the winelands on the edge of historic Stellenbosch. The hotel is just a heart beat away from the town. Guest can go on day outings or lounge around the swimming pool.
Food & beverage
Enjoy breakfast or lunch in the restaurant or pool area. For fine dining in the evening the restaurant is the place to be.
Area information
Due to its great location, guests of the hotel can explore the Simonsberg Mountains on foot or bicycle. Play a round of golf on the nearby golf course or discover Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. Other places of interest are the Art Musea, the Cheese Factory and numerous wine estates. Activities possible in close proximity to the hotel include whale watching, shark cage diving and visiting a crocodile or cheetah farm.
Travel information
By car:
- Driving on the N1, take the Stellenbosch and Klipheuvel turn-off to your
left.
- Turn right at the T-junction.
- Continue for approximately 15 minutes, past the first set of traffic
lights.
- Pass the 2nd set of traffic lights and, at the Seven Eleven, turn left at
the traffic lights.
- Turn right onto Helshoogte Pass at the next set of traffic lights.
- Continue on this road until you can see Simons Rust (Spar) to your
right and Idas Valley to your left.
- Cross the traffic lights and continue for about 1 km, until you see 2
white poles on your right-hand side.
- This is the entrance to the estate.
- Follow the N2 in the direction of Somerset West.
- Take the R310 turn-off at Baden Powell Dr and Stellenbosch and turn
left.
- Continue for about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Once in Stellenbosch, drive past Spier Wine Estate to your right.
- Continue until you get to the intersection (Polkadraai Rd.).
- Turn right and continue straight ahead on the left lanes.
- Turn left onto Adam Tas Rd. at the 3rd set of traffic lights.
- Pass Eikestad & Stellenbosch Motors on your left-hand side and
cross over the intersection (with traffic lights).
- Turn right onto Helshoogte Pass at the next set of traffic lights.
- Continue on this road until you can see Simons Rust (Spar) to your
right and Idas Valley to your left.
- Cross the traffic lights and continue for about 1 km, until you see 2
white poles on your right-hand side.
- This is the entrance to the estate.
All suites include a lounge area as well as private patio. To enhance the luxury and comfort of each room, combination lighting has been installed.
Twin Bedded Luxury Suite
Includes a lounge with open fireplace, a private patio overlooking Stellenbosch or the mountains, and a spacious bathroom.
Double Bedded Luxury Suite
Includes a lounge with open fireplace, a private patio overlooking Stellenbosch or the mountains, and a spacious bathroom.
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