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Oude Werf Hotel

Oude Werf Hotel

Stellenbosch

The oldest running hotel in South Africa, with a history spanning three centuries, this charming hotel offers a unique blend of modern luxury and vintage charm, providing its guests with an unforgettable experience. 

The hotel has had an interesting history over the years and in recent times has been carefully restored to offer a delightful place to stay for your visit to the Winelands. Located in the heart of Stellenbosch on Church Street, the hotel is the perfect starting point for exploring the town's world-class restaurants, trendy cafes, boutique shops and famous vineyards. There is all manner of things to do from bike rentals, museums and shopping for arts and crafts. 

The rooms are all tastefully furnished and have a coffee maker, television, WiFi and air conditioning.

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Parking, Restaurant

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Escape to the heart of the Franschhoek Winelands at Le Quartier Français

Nestled amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Franschhoek Valley, Le Quartier Français is a charming 25-room boutique hotel that exudes romance and tranquillity. This idyllic retreat offers the perfect base for exploring the renowned Winelands or simply wandering through the quaint village, with its delightful shops and galleries.

Experience true luxury and impeccable service

Immerse yourself in the luxurious comfort of our beautifully appointed rooms, where every detail has been carefully considered to ensure an unforgettable stay. Our attentive staff are dedicated to providing exceptional service, ensuring that your every need is catered for.

Indulge in culinary delights and world-class wines

Le Quartier Français is home to two exceptional dining experiences:

Protégé: A relaxed and stylish eatery showcasing fresh, seasonal cuisine.
Epice: An intimate fine-dining restaurant offering an exquisite culinary journey.

Le Quartier Français

Franschhoek

This lovely old building sums up the historic charm of historic Stellenbosch, made up of two adjacent houses set on the banks of the Eerste River. The pretty gardens are a lovely place to relax and unwind after a busy day sightseeing and you're just a stone's throw away from the fashionable restaurants, galleries and shops in town. Aside from winery visits, you'll find plenty of things to do, from museums and markets to botanical gardens and shopping. If you're feeling really adventurous you can even do a helicopter flight over the Franschhoek Valley. At the hotel, you'll find an onsite spa as well as a swimming pool. The comfortable rooms are all air conditioned and have television, WiFi, safe as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

River Manor Boutique Hotel

Stellenbosch

A stay with AfriCamps is all about boutique glamping at the most beautiful working farms, estates, and reserves in South Africa. Their custom-designed boutique glamping tents are fully furnished with everything you need for a comfortable self-catering stay – from the well-equipped kitchens to the spacious showers. You can experience the freedom and beauty of the great outdoors, without compromising on the comforts you love. The tents are suitable for everyone, whether close friends, couples or families. 

Each tent includes:

●	Ensuite bathroom with shower
●	Fully equipped kitchen 
●	Wood-fired hot tub (at selected camps)
●	Outdoor BBQ area 
●	Tents accommodate up to 5 guests and are ideal for families and groups of friends. 
●	At each camp you can order a breakfast basket, BBQ basket and firewood at additional cost.  

AfriCamps at Doolhof is located within the award-winning Doolhof Wine Estate, a short drive from the picturesque town of Wellington and only 50 minutes from Cape Town. Situated beneath the historic Bainskloof Pass at the foothills of the Groenberg Mountain Range, the six boutique glamping tents are surrounded by stunning nature. With the vineyards behind you, the glorious mountain views in front of you, and the soothing Kromme River sounds filling the air, you are in for a peaceful retreat, best enjoyed from the private outdoor wood-fired hot tub right next to your tent. 

Activities on the estate include a vineyard hike, river walk, mountain biking trails that start on the property, a kids mountain bike trail, the tasting room where you can sample some of the estate's award-winning wines along with a platter. You can enjoy a selection of spa treatments from the comfort and privacy of your own tent, (prior booking required). Don't miss a visit to the tasting room and take a few bottles with you to accompany dinner!

AfriCamps at Doolhof

Wellington

How our Tent Ratings work

These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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Your Adventure, Your Way

All good things start with a conversation and planning your holiday shouldn't be like flicking through a catalogue. Email us, book a free consultation, or give us a call, to get your next bespoke adventure underway.

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+44 (0)7516 766404

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