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Steenberg Hotel & Spa | Cape Town
Steenberg Hotel & Spa is a gracious boutique hotel with 24 elegant air-conditioned rooms built around an exquisite Cape Dutch Manor House dating from 1682. Each immaculate room is furnished either with antiques and sympathetic décor, or more contemporary styling (in the case of the spacious Premier rooms). All rooms have en-suite bathroom with bath and shower, air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, mini-bar, and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel's massive grounds allow for two swimming pools, a pool bar, large terrace and the newly created and very popular Spa offering massage and beauty treatments during your stay. Surrounded by its own pristine vineyards and nestling at the foot of the mountains, Steenberg combines proximity to the Cape Peninsula sights with a tranquil retreat environment.
Steenberg's wines are gaining great acclaim and you can visit the highly regarded winery for a complimentary wine-tasting as well as enjoying the wines with the delicious Cape colonial dishes of their restaurant, Catharina's. Steenberg's parkland golf course has extensive mountain and forest views. Designed by Peter Matkovich, you enjoy some testing and varied golf with tee boxes amongst the vines, much use of water, and natural sand banks in the heathland.
A selection of perfectly considered rooms ±25 square meters (±269 square feet). Upstairs tucked into the eaves, downstairs in the barn or in the thick walled Manor House. Classic rooms are light and luxurious with every detail celebrated.
Spacious with high ceilings, large windows and luxurious seating. Extra space to curl up with a book and plan your next adventure while sipping Steenberg bubbles and admiring the art and all the delicious details. Comfortably sized at ±35 square meters (±376 square feet).
Connected rooms with main area seating with the satellite TV and shared luxury bathroom. Each family room has a private patio with seating for private dining and sun loungers, a cozy relaxing family oasis. These rooms are ±50 square meters (±538 square feet).
Spacious and utterly relaxing at ±57 meters square (±613 square feet). Impeccably furnished, stylish with art selected from the estate art collection. These gorgeous premier rooms have dream bathrooms, the tranquil werf on their entrance doorstep and private terraces with spectacular unimpeded views of the mountains across the vines or meandering greens. Enjoy dining on the terrace or relaxing on your sun loungers.
We have three one bedroom suites, at ±97 > ±116 square meters (±1044 > ±1248 square feet).
Jonkershuis, One Bedroom Suite:
A high ceilinged haven, the luxury of space, personalized art and a kitchenette and lounge that opens onto a garden terrace with the tranquil bedroom and bathroom upstairs.
Premier, One Bedroom Suite:
Simply stylish luxury, north facing with double length terrace with privacy screening greenery/ trees and views to the back of Table Mountain over the lawns and valley.
Manor House, One Bedroom Suite:
The historic manor house, has an east facing lounge, spacious bedroom and anteroom all furnished with estate antiques in contemporary style. The Suite enjoys exclusive use of the terrace overlooking the lawn and garden beyond.
Absolute Luxury. Space at ±160 square meters (±1722 square feet), privacy, your own show kitchen, dining and entertaining area and sumptuous lounge. A generous patio runs the length of the villa overlooking a swathe of vineyards and your private pool. Two beautiful bedrooms and the bathrooms of your dreams.
After a day of adventures sink into the couch, enjoy a chilled glass of Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc and be soothed by the perfectly proportioned space, the inspiring art and the anticipation of a long relaxing soak, a light supper at home or a feast at Tryn.
Absolute elegance and pared down luxury combined with an extravagance of outdoor space, your patio leading onto the lawn and generous pool terrace with nothing except vineyards to be seen.
Three spacious, stylish bedrooms and exquisitely finished bathrooms, with every need anticipated and every comfort considered. The suite is ±166 square meters (±1786 square feet).
A glorious family space, where everyone can find their place and come together to relax and celebrate whether dining, relaxing or swimming and sunbathing.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Travel Desk
Steenberg Spa offers a blissful retreat to connect with your sense of wellbeing. Choose time to focus on your skin, the beauty elements or a serenely relaxed body. Our skilled spa therapists offer a range of treatments, products and therapies to perfectly address your needs.
Choose local Africology wraps, and body treatments targeted medicosmetic treatments from QMS or the sublime range from Elemis.
At Steenberg Spa you can celebrate with friends with a spa package, choose a couples massage with your beloved, indulge all day for a special occasion or choose a short targeted treatment to leave you feeling energized and gorgeous.
Our various Tasting areas will satisfy everyone’s requirements.
Steenberg Wine Estate offers guests a selection of wine tasting experiences, with a Wine Tasting Bar, Tasting Lounge and Outdoor Terrace to choose from. With infinity pools and reflective water features set before some of the most remarkable scenery in Cape Town, guests are able to relax and appreciate the natural beauty around them. What could be better than reclining on the couches and tasting the wines of Steenberg, without a care in the world?
To view our Tasting Options, please download our Tasting Menu in the documents.
Steenberg Golf Estate and private Golf Club is situated in the lush Constantia Valley, just 20 minutes from the centre of Cape Town.
The golf course – consistently named one of the best conditioned courses in South Africa Golf Digest’s annual Top 100 – attracts golfers seeking a total golfing experience. Known for its hybrid plan, it offers traditionalists the opportunity to ‘bump and run’ (a rare shot in South Africa) in the rough around the greens, and to meet the challenges of strategically placed sand pits and waterways.
The par-three, not-so-short 14th hole, features the largest green in Africa at 76 meters in length. Indigenous shrubs guard the green and the mound has been shaped to echo the distinctive mountain range behind.
The 18-hole golf course was designed to make full use of natural features and hazards such as the vineyards, pine forest and gentle waterways. Its environmental diversity gives the course its unique character.
The well-designed and refurbished clubhouse has seen many golfers enjoying the 19th hole.
The Steenberg Golf Club is open to the public, but priority and special green fee rates are given to hotel guests and members.
Please note the Steenberg Golf Club reserves the right to close the course on short notice for Maintenance.
Members Only Competition Days: Wednesday afternoons, Saturdays and the 1st Sunday afternoon of each month.
The Norval Foundation is a centre for art and cultural expression. Dedicated to the research and exhibition of 20th- and 21st-century visual art from South Africa and beyond. Located in the Steenberg area of Cape Town, adjacent to Table Mountain National Park, the Norval Foundation combines the experience of art with an appreciation for nature.
The innovative Sculpture Garden, outdoor amphitheatre, purpose-built exhibition spaces and research library are situated in a unique setting that offers visitors a multisensory experience. This is complemented by the Skotnes Restaurant and Bar, a bespoke shop and a children’s playground.
Their aim is to create high-quality exhibitions and public programming to broaden understanding of the visual arts. The Norval Foundation is honoured to be the custodian of the Gerard Sekoto Foundation, the Edoardo Villa Estate Collection and the Alexis Preller Archive. Art has the power to enrich lives and artists contribute to communities in a profound way.
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is acclaimed as one of the great botanic gardens of the world. Few gardens can match the sheer grandeur of the setting of Kirstenbosch, against the eastern slopes of Cape Town’s Table Mountain.
The magnificent landscape of Kirstenbosch is also a perfect setting for art. The Garden presents a variety of art exhibitions, both outdoor exhibitions of long and short-term duration, as well as indoor art shows and exhibitions in the various venues at Kirstenbosch.
The Centenary Tree Canopy Walkway is a new curved steel and timber bridge that winds and dips its way through and over the trees of the Arboretum. Inspired by a snake skeleton, and informally called ‘The Boomslang‘ (meaning tree snake), it is a low-maintenance, low-impact sculptural raised walkway.
The Walkway takes the visitor from the forest floor into and through the trees and bursts out above the canopy, giving spectacular panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains.
The beautiful Boulders Beach is one of Cape Town’s most visited beaches and the only place in the world where you get close to African Penguins.
In 1982 a couple of these little crowd-pleasers settled on the soft white sand between the large granite boulders that protect the beach from wind and large, stormy waves, and currently the population is estimated between 2,000 and 3,000 birds. Sadly the African Penguin has been classified as an endangered species, due to things like over-fishing, habitat destruction, pollution, and irresponsible tourism activities, and the Boulders Beach colony has also felt the effect, with numbers dwindling over the last couple of years.
Thankfully, Boulders and its surrounding beaches now form part of the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area, thus ensuring the beaches are safe and clean, and the penguins protected. A couple of years ago three wheelchair-friendly boardwalks were constructed to accommodate the nearly 60,000 visitors that visit the beach each year. These boardwalks wind their way through the dunes and vegetation and not only provides great viewing spots, but also protects nesting penguins and their chicks. However, you can still spot one or two of the little fellas waddling through the parking lot from time to time.
Table Mountain is proud to be one of the official New7Wonders of Nature, and the only one to be located in an urban area, making it highly accessible. Competing against major international attractions, Table Mountain made it to the top seven after a campaign that attracted more than 100-million global votes.
The New7Wonders of Nature campaign began in 2007. The support from voters, including South Africa’s favourite archbishop, Desmond Tutu, was overwhelming.
In December 2012, the plaque that proudly confirms Table Mountain's status as one of the New7Wonders of Nature was officially unveiled. The ceremony was followed by a massive celebration through the streets of Cape Town as part of the city's annual switch-on of the festive lights. Dancing, singing and a giant rotating Table Mountain float marked the historic occasion.
Steenberg’s breath-taking natural surrounds make for a most enjoyable stroll.
Take in the unparalleled scenery on our Steenberg Walking Trail, an easy, picturesque meander that starts and ends at the Steenberg Hotel. This trail passes a historic graveyard, winds through the expansive vineyards, past the winery (walking is thirsty work, after all!), a scenic dam, and the Steenberg Golf Estate.
Steenberg’s surrounding areas offer a plethora of hiking opportunities, taking advantage of Cape Town’s famed flora, fauna and natural beauty.
Just a few of the many nearby options include:
Constantiaberg hike
A 3-4 hour hike for the ambitious hiker, the Constantiaberg hike starts from Constantia Nek and ends at Hout Bay Beach. Along the way, the views of the Hout Bay Valley make for impressive pictures.
Cecilia Forest hike
Starting and ending at the Cecilia Forest car park (where Hohenort Drive meets Rhodes Drive), this leisurely 1-2 hour walk winds through the enchanting Cecilia Forest. Along the way, small steams offer a refreshing stop, and this shaded path offers a great way to walk on a hot day.
Mountain Hikes
Lion’s Head and Table Mountain offer arresting panoramic views of Cape Town, making the trip up worth every step.
Constantia Nek to Kirstenbosch Gardens
The Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens are a must-visit on any trip to Cape Town. This easy 2-hour walk is a great way to get there. Take along a picnic, or enjoy brunch at Kirstenbosch, as this walk is just enough to build up a healthy appetite!
The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is one of Africa's most visited destinations and attracts 24 million people every year. Its setting, in the oldest working harbour in the southern hemisphere, is simply spectacular: it has Table Mountain as a dramatic backdrop as well as extensive views of the ocean, city bowl and the mountain peaks of the Hottentots-Holland Mountains.
This 123-hectare mixed-use development, which caters to both local and international visitors, has everything on offer from residential to commercial property, which includes retail districts, and extensive dining, leisure and entertainment facilities. Its many heritage sites and tourism landmarks make it both exceptional and unique, as does the recently opened Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA), which hosts the world's largest collection of contemporary art from Africa.
Robben Island, the unique symbol of “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, suffering and injustice” with a rich 500 year old multi-layered history, is visited every year by thousands of people eager to understand and honour the important aspects of South Africa’s history that the Island represents.
Currently tours run as follows; 09h00, 11h00, 13h00 and 15h00. The ferries depart from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V & A Waterfront. The tour takes 3.5 hours including the ferry trip to and from the Island (Depending on the boat used as they have different travel times).
You will disembark at Murray’s Bay Harbour situated on the east coast of the Island and take a short walk to buses that will transport you to all the historical sites around the Island. On the way to the buses, you will pass buildings and a high wall built by prisoners during the 1960s. The buildings were used for family and lawyer visits to prisoners.
You will meet your Tour Guide when you have boarded the busses. The prison tour will be conducted by a Robben Island Tour Guide. This is part of our integrated tour model. They are fully conversant and knowledgeable about the Island’s multi-layered 500-year-old history. The tour route includes the graveyard of people who died from leprosy, the Lime Quarry, Robert Sobukwe’s house, the Bluestone quarry, the army and navy bunkers and the Maximum Security Prison where thousands of South Africa’s freedom fighters were incarcerated for years. The tour culminates with a viewing of Nelson Mandela’s cell.
Dedicated to Steenberg’s 17th century founder, Catharina Ras, or Tryn as she was known to her nearest and dearest; this restaurant is contemporary in spirit with fabulous food, bold accents and modern textures.
“My team and I are very excited about bringing Catharina into the 21st century with the opening of Tryn, and creating a dining experience that is more connected to her free and feisty spirit,” says Steenberg Executive Chef Kerry Kilpin.
Tryn’s personality is splashed on bold and gutsy ruby and jade walls in the private dining areas. Solid timber and hardy stone convey her strength, whilst delicate layering of textured fabrics and wall effects coat the space with her femininity. Rich burnt orange and mustard tones in the soft furnishings add scatterings of her feisty character. An inviting bar draws guests into the heart of the space and beckons after work encounters, either indoors or on the tranquil outstretched terrace overlooking verdant vineyards.
At Tryn, Chef Kerry takes her culinary skills to the next level, featuring an abundance of fresh ingredients, honest flavours and intuitive service. Known for adding a touch of Asian and Middle Eastern flair to her classically prepared food, Chef Kerry enlivens the familiar with exciting twists and flavour combinations to delight all palates.
Relaxed neo-bistro cuisine focusing on seasonal dishes skilfully created by Chef Kerry Kilpin.
Named after the year in which Steenberg was established, Bistro Sixteen82 first opened its doors in 2009, and has been the tapas and bistro-style darling of the dining world ever since.
An innovative and interactive wine and food destination, the Bistro sits adjacent to Steenberg’s winery, and spills into its surrounding indigenous gardens with a terraced dining area leading to reflective water features, unfurling into views of the magnificent stone mountains and expansive winelands.
The Bistro Sixteen82 menu is a constant evolution, keeping up with seasonal produce and featuring inventive dishes that complement the finest locally sourced ingredients. With Breakfast, Lunch and late-afternoon Tapas menus to choose from, the Bistro provides dining with an inimitable contemporary spirit.
Executive Chef, Kerry Kilpin, love to create food which is seasonal, flavourful and bursts with freshness. "My greatest inspirations are derived from significant occasions in my life. On my travels to Thailand I developed a love and passion for Asian food. From shopping at the local food markets to creating my first authentic Thai dish, I was in heaven. You will notice a common thread in what I do and who I am. Love. I cook with love and my food is love."
Internationally, Bistro Sixteen82 has been recognised in the list of 20 of the World’s Best Winery Restaurants by Canada’s renowned Wine Access magazine. Locally, listings included prominent mentions in Fleur du Cap’s Top 100 Places; Eat in Cape Town; and EAT OUT’s Best Bistros list.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
5 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Xhosa, Zulu
No. Rooms: 24
Special Interests: Birding, Cycling, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Wine
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa | Somerset West
Erinvale Hotel and Spa offers superior accommodation around an original Cape Dutch homestead in the Helderberg Valley close to Somerset West. This 57 room hotel is an ideal base for exploring the many wine estates and the lovely walking country around. The False Bay are just 15 minutes away whilst Hermanus, famous for its whale watching, is one hour away. Four superb wine estates are within walking distance of Erinvale including the historic Vergelegen Manor House and Winery next door. Bedrooms are equipped with a personal safe, hairdryer, tea/coffee facilities, bar fridge, television and telephone.
However Erinvale is best known for its world-class 18 hole golf course. This American-style golf course is in a delightful country setting. It was chosen as the venue for the 1996 World Championships, due to its superb design and challenging course with strategic water hazards on six holes. Tennis, squash, bowls, croquet and horse-riding are available nearby, as well as the Helderberg Nature Reserve, which offers splendid hiking trails and magnificent views.
Spacious Room with high ceilings overlooking the beautiful central courtyard. King-size bed, en-suite bathroom with shower only, first-floor.
Located within the hotel’s 18th century main building, the five Loft Rooms overlook the manicured lawns and indigenous garden of Erinvale Hotel Estate & Spa’s central courtyard, with the Hottentots Holland Mountain range outlining the horizon.
Each loft room – with its sealed-off, thatched high ceiling that’s accentuated with skylights – narrates the hotel’s history and heritage. Staying here offers guests the opportunity to stay in a historic building that’s been tastefully restored with an interplay of old and new elements to offer the modern comforts of a luxurious 21st century establishment.
The spacious 25-sqm interior consists of a light-filled lounge that leads to a bedroom, decorated with eclectic South African artworks (you may even notice some pieces by renowned artist Kyle Rinquest), with an en-suite, shower-only bathroom. This is the ideal home base to explore Somerset West and the Heart of the Helderberg.
Effortlessly stylish rooms, overlooking the courtyard and facing the majestic Helderberg Mountain. King-size bed, en-suite bathroom, first-floor.
The 22 airy Classic Rooms within the hotel’s lovingly-restored heritage building allow guests to imagine what it must have been like to live in the Helderberg region in the early 1700s, surrounded by some of South Africa’s oldest wine estates.
The 30-sqm Classic Rooms eloquently combine the region’s history with bespoke touchpoints, elegant finishings and classic furnishings guided by Clinton Savage Interiors and Architecture. Meanwhile, the en-suite bathrooms, complete with bath and shower, include award-winning TheraVine amenities to create a homely ambiance so guests may relax after a thrilling day exploring this part of Somerset West and beyond.
A relaxing space decorated in nudes and neutrals with splashes of colour, these rooms also each have a patio with a garden view. King-size bed, en-suite bathroom, ground floor.
Each bedecked with a patio that either faces the luscious gardens or carefully-tended courtyard, the 19 ground-floor Premium Rooms are perfect to enjoy a morning cuppa, read a page-turner, or to indulge in a sundowner in the fresh air.
These rooms, ranging between 30–35 sqm, are a short walk along a pathway to the historic Cape Dutch Manor House, where the three restaurants – Stefan's, the Magnolia Social Dining Lounge, and Oak Terrace and Bistro – await with cocktails and fine-dining options alike. The four interleading rooms are ideal for families travelling with children looking to explore the sub-route of the Stellenbosch winelands without compromising on world-class style and comfort, combined with unbeatable South African hospitality.
These rooms deliver comfort and space, with a lounge seating area and sweeping views of the Helderberg Mountains. King-bed, en-suite bathroom, lounge area, ground or first-floor options.
There are three kinds of Luxury Rooms to choose from – the ground floor room with an adjoining terrace; and a first-floor room that looks out onto either the central courtyard or the manicured garden and spa pool, both of which are coupled with panoramic views of the Helderberg Mountains in the background to remind you why you’re here in the first place.
The 35-sqm sumptuous Luxury Rooms showcase a lounge seating area where you can put up your feet in front of the Smart TV (kitted out with streaming services and a full programme bouquet), even though we know you’re probably going to want to explore the surrounding vineyards, unwind at our award-winning spa, or try your hand at the 18-hole, Gary Player-designed golf course instead. Once the day is done, the king-size bed with its 600 thread-count Sanders-Kauffmann linen waits on the other end of a relaxing bubble bath.
Spacious Suite with high thatched ceiling, overlooking the beautifully tended lawn of the tranquil central courtyard. King-bed, en-suite bathroom with shower only, first-floor.
Erinvale’s Loft Suite is tailored for the leisure – and the business – traveller, with its expansive layout and dining table that doubles up as a spacious working desk for the corporate traveller or the remote worker to make them feel right at home, coupled with carefully curated backdrops composed of classic art pieces.
This high-ceiling, 45-sqm room makes it a comfortable space for the free-flow of thoughts and ideas, with inspiration just outside the window in the form of the tranquil courtyard and naturescapes, as well as relaxed and fine dining options that are well suited for a corporate lunch or dinner.
Elegance and luxury meet in a tranquil space that is simply breath-taking. These Suites leads out to their own patios and includes all modern conveniences. King-bed, en-suite bathroom, ground-floor.
Elegance and luxury seamlessly come together in Erinvale’s two Courtyard Suites, where a lovely garden terrace in a tranquil corner of the hotel’s property make it the highlight of any stay, particularly if it is to celebrate a special occasion or a much-needed breakaway from the city in the Helderberg wine region.
Here, the mountain, vineyards and ocean are on your doorstep and can be explored, according to your travel style, with the help of our friendly and knowledgeable staff. Be sure to indulge in a treatment at the Lurra Spa with its indoor relaxation area and heated pool. And end off your day with a seven- or 10-course dinner and wine pairing from Executive Chef Stefan Bekker and his team.
The hotel's premier offering is spacious and luxurious with separate main bedroom, living room, dining room table and fire place. King-bed, en-suite bathroom, ground floor, garden view.
The aptly named Erinvale Suite – which is the hotel’s flagship offering – is the unsurpassable choice whether you’re exploring the region during an overnight stay, on a golfing getaway, business trip, or travelling for a long weekend away with your significant other or for a special celebration.
After admiring the picturesque landscapes that necklace the hotel from your private terrace, the centerpiece of the dining room and lounge in this 80-sqm suite is certainly the fireplace.
It makes for a cosy, romance-filled evening spent indoors with a bottle of the region’s best, especially since our winemaker has keys to neighbouring Lourensford’s wine cellar. The king bed is draped with goose down duvets and everything you’d need for a comfortable night’s rest, so that you’re ready for the day ahead, no matter what kind of excitement it may bring.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Business Centre, Chapel, Conference Centre, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk
Your Stay
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fancourt Hotel | George
Positioned on 613 hectares in the magnificent Garden Route, just outside George, Fancourt is South Africa’s premier lifestyle estate with mountains, indigenous forests and the warm Indian Ocean in close proximity. 133 luxury rooms and suites, fantastic family facilities, three Gary Player designed golf courses, a spa, a kids club and a variety of restaurants guarantee enjoyment. The hair salon, ladies boutique, two Golf Pro Shops, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fishing dams and walking trails provide guests with luxurious and exciting entertainment. Glorious swimming beaches are easily accessible and mountain biking, horse riding, picnics and hikes can be arranged on request. Sightseeing excursions in the picturesque coastal towns of Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and Mossel Bay are also available. Fancourt’s reputation is internationally esteemed after hosting the Presidents Cup in 2003, Nelson Mandela’s 46664 concert in 2005 and Japan’s football team for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Serving as private retreats into comfort and style, our Classic Rooms are equipped with all the essentials needed to settle in to a relaxing stay at the Fancourt Hotel. These rooms provide the perfect setting for unwinding after a day of activities and feature shared or private balconies.
- Approximately 32 square metres.
- Classic rooms overlooking the Outeniqua Mountains, Fancourt gardens or the Montagu golf course
- All with TV, mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and dressing tables
- Our Classic rooms have either a patio or balcony and are situated on the ground or first floor.
- All have wifi internet access.
Inter-leading rooms are available on the first floor on request.
Tailored for sophistication and the needs of modern-day travel, the Luxury Rooms serve as indoor sanctuaries for our esteemed patrons. Fitted with all the trappings of a five-star establishment, these rooms afford guests with an opportunity for repose against the backdrop of the majestic Outeniqua mountain range.
- Approximately 40 square metres.
- Modern, spacious rooms overlooking the Outeniqua Mountains, Fancourt gardens or golf warm up area.
- All with TV, mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- Our Luxury rooms have patios or balconies and are situated on the ground or first floor.
- All have wifi internet access.
- Limited Inter-leading rooms are available on the first and ground floor on request.
Complete with a separate living area, our One-Bedroom Suites are prime locations for business or leisure. Providing a spacious haven where guests can spread out and unwind, each suite includes a private balcony or patio designed to showcase the idyllic views of Fancourt’s manicured estate. Fireplaces are available on request.
- Approximately 58- 70 square metres.
- Suites with king or twin beds.
- One-bedroom suites have a separate lounge area and TVs in the bedroom and lounge.
- All with mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- These suites have views of the gardens, driving range or Outeniqua Mountains.
- All with balcony or patio.
- All have wifi internet access.
Designed to meet the needs of the whole family, our Two-Bedroom Suites boast plush interiors complemented by timeless detailing. The suite includes its own separate lounge with a fireplace and dining area, affording guests with optimum movement. A full en suite bathroom leads off from each individual bedroom, striking the perfect balance between privacy and shared living.
- Approximately 86 square metres.
- Suites with king or twin beds.
- One-bedroom suites have a separate lounge area and TVs in the bedroom and lounge.
- All with mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- These suites have views of the gardens, driving range or Outeniqua Mountains.
- All with balcony or patio.
- All have wifi internet access.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Gym, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), ATM, Babysitting Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk
Toast to an evening filled with Fancourt’s warm hospitality and creative cuisine in the historic surrounds of the Manor House. Henry White’s welcomes all guests with a discerning palate. Expect culinary excellence and superb service, filled with flavours that will linger long after guests have cleared the last bite of dessert of their plates.
Savour hearty South African and local favourites paired with the finest wines. Enjoy ostrich fillet, springbok loin, artisan cheese platters with homemade preserve, and much more.
This is elegant, yet relaxed dining, at its very best – Fancourt’s signature mark of excellence.
Dress Code: formal, with a collared shirt for men, and no shorts, flip flops or caps
“First we eat, then we do everything else” – this Italian mantra is embodied in Fancourt’s La Cantina.
Serving modern yet healthy Italian cuisine flavoured with all the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality, La Cantina offers casual and carefree dining.
Spend quality time with your significant other or fun-loving moments with the family dining at La Cantina. Culinary highlights to tempt all taste buds are our homemade pasta, succulent steaks and famous thin-based pizza, baked with care in a wood-fired pizza oven. La Cantina’s legendary tiramisu is the perfect sweet treat to round off your meal.
La Cantina is also Fancourt’s breakfast restaurant of choice. Start the day right with the fresh and healthy breakfast buffet or opt for a personal favourite from the extensive à la carte menu.
Dress Code: smart casual, but no shorts, vests, flip-flops or caps.
Take a seat at Fancourt’s Monet’s eatery. This French-style bistro serves casual café meals against the backdrop of the Outeniqua golf course and Mountains. The relaxed setting is the perfect spot for a light lunch, afternoon tea or coffee. It’s open from morning to late afternoon serving local and seasonal artisan cuisine, always creatively presented.
Tuck into French favourites such as niçoise salad, Provençal vegetable soup, crêpes, Croque-Madame and whatever else tempts your taste buds. Sit back and savour the joie de vivre.
Mom and Dad can enjoy cocktails at any time of the afternoon while the children’s colourful and creative menus keep the little ones entertained and satisfied.
Dress Code: casual, golf attire welcome, but no bare feet or swimming costumes.
You won’t need to hit the sweet spot on the fairways of Fancourt to earn your spot in Fancourt’s Club Lounge. Guests are welcomed as friends when they pop in to The Club Lounge for a snack, sandwich or hearty meal.
The Club Lounge is affectionately known as the 19th Hole, overlooking the 18th green of Montagu golf course. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Eat well from the expansive menu of steaks, burgers and platters to recharge what you’ve worked off on the golf course.
The Club Lounge delivers on its status as a celebrated 19th hole. Sports enthusiasts can catch up on the televised sporting events, while enjoying a few drinks from the well-stocked bar.
Dress Code: casual, golf attire welcome, but no bare feet or swimming costumes.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
5 Star
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 115
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Star Gazing, Wine
Alternative Accommodation
The Oyster Box | Umhlanga
Standing proud on Umhlanga’s beachfront, overlooking the historical Umhlanga lighthouse, The Oyster Box has long been one of South Africa’s best-loved and most distinguished hotels. This 86-room hotel is renowned for its generous hospitality, attentive service and exceptional cuisine. The elegant rooms, decorated with antiques, feature private balconies (many with sea views), flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and fresh fruit and flowers. Suites add separate lounges; some have private plunge pools. There's a complimentary buffet breakfast, a fine-dining restaurant and multiple eateries/bars. Other amenities include a spa with a hammam, an oceanfront outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's also a 24-seat cinema and a kids' activity programme.
The elegant Classic Garden Facing Rooms, all overlook the hotel’s lush, tranquil gardens.
Each charming Classic Sea Facing Room has a balcony that opens on to uninterrupted views of Umhlanga’s historic lighthouse and KwaZulu Natal’s breath-taking coastline. These rooms have a bath or shower and a single vanity.
Our beautifully appointed Luxury Sea Facing Rooms each offer a balcony that opens on to uninterrupted views of Umhlanga’s historic lighthouse and KwaZulu Natal’s breath-taking coastline. All rooms offer a double vanity feature in the bathrooms along with spacious separate shower and bath.
These beautiful Junior Cabanas are located on the lower ground level with stunning sea views and leading out onto the grassed area in front. All rooms consists of a four-poster king bed with an en-suite bathroom offering a shower and single vanity.
The stunning Sea Facing Cabanas present gorgeous king size Four Poster beds and are all located on the lower ground floor, boasting individual spacious balcony terraces and exceptional beachfront views.
The Oyster Box is designed for the absolute comfort of each family. There are 5 private Sea Facing Family Rooms, each with not only a master bedroom, but an additional room or loft for the younger members of the family.
Individually decorated, all of the striking and eclectic Sea Facing Suites comprise of one well-appointed bedroom with a lavish separate lounge
Individually decorated, the Sea Facing Deluxe Suites comprise of one bedroom with a luxurious separate lounge. The Deluxe suites are located on the lower ground and boast their own private plunge pools and terrace.
These spectacular Superior Garden Villas are nestled in the hotel’s lush gardens and all have an inviting private plunge pool, terrace, gorgeous lounge, complimented by a bar and an opulent spacious bathroom. 4 of the 8 villas can be converted into a 2 bed-roomed villa by reserving an additional Garden Villa Lofts.
Our pretty garden-facing Garden Villa Loft Rooms are available as separate accommodation or, with the combination of a Superior Garden Villa, ideal for the out-and-about visitor. Each room is individually and superbly decorated. All Garden Villa rooms offer a 4-charming king size Poster Bed and ample space.
The epitome of indulgence; this grandeur and stylish Presidential Suite is split over two exquisitely decorated levels and boasts a private elevator. The extravagantly decorated master bedroom includes a relaxing seating area and an intimate personal study. There are two lavish marble bathrooms – his and hers. Unparalleled sea views complimented by opulence and tranquillity beyond compare. Other incomparable features of this gracious suit include a private rim-flow swimming pool, an elegant lounge, and a tasteful dining room with seating for 8 guests, complimented further by a bar and a beautifully equipped kitchen. There is also an additional bedroom. This unrivalled décor incorporates white timber floors and marble and white Caesar stone.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Gym, Internet Access, Kiddies Club, Library, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle, Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours)
If you’re a foodie looking for something a little ‘out of the ordinary’, need a unique event menu, or are keen to impress somebody special - then don’t miss the opportunity to take a front row seat with Executive Chef Kevin Joseph and his ace Team, for an extraordinary dining experience at The Chef’s Table in The Kitchen at The Oyster Box.
Your evening begins in the elegant Oyster Bar with pre-dinner drinks and live music from our resident musician, before being taken ‘behind the scenes’ where your culinary journey begins, with a tour of the working kitchen and your amuse bouche of Champagne and Canapes.
As the drama of this busy kitchen in ‘full service’ mode unfolds, watch as the Chefs prepare a delicious 5-course paired menu before your eyes. The Chef’s Table is available for groups of between six and 10 guests, from from Monday to Sunday for Dinner only.
Direct beach access to a swimming beach
Children between the ages of four and 12 years, have access to the supervised Holiday Club during their stay. .
Other vacation activities include story-telling, face painting, art and craft activities, pizza-making and movie screenings. Special programmes are offered during peak periods such as school holidays, Easter, Christmas and New Year.
The Holiday Club is open daily from 10h00 to 19h00
For a more intimate dining experience, the Wine Cellar, with its glass ceiling, is sunken just below the Oyster Bar and is unique for dinner parties, corporate functions, tastings or special events and offers a Chef’s Table for up to 10 guests.
Bespoke menus are created for every occasion and the resident Sommelier will present a selection of wines from the Diners Club Diamond award-winning wine list, which boasts the finest selection of South African and international vintages.
An intimate, 24-seater cinema/screening room is available to hotel guests. Each month a new schedule is set, running a new movie five times a day (10h00, 14h00, 18h00, 20h00 and 22h00).
24 hour access
We are dedicated to restoring beauty and balance through individual treatments and spa journeys, personalised for each of our guests by exceptionally skilled therapists. Our commitment to wellbeing focuses on holistic principles, combining ancient wisdom and modern expertise.
The Spa at The Oyster Box uses a variety of internationally-recognised treatment products as well as its own exclusive, signature range of all natural, body-care products and professional spa treatments B|Africa. This deluxe range combines indigenous African plant extracts and the natural goodness of West Coast Atlantic sea-salts.
B| Africa uses sustainable harvesting practices on renewable indigenous species, such as oil from the baobab tree, marula oil, avocado butter, honey, rooibos, Mongongo nut and Ximenia kernel oil. In addition, the range includes carefully-crafted B|Africa Spa treatment packages.
Our state of the art, 24 hour complimentary Business Centre, located on the first floor adjacent to the cinema, is available to all hotel guests. There are two desks, each with a computer, printer and a refreshment station offering thoughtful details such as dried fruit and mineral water, as well as tea and coffee on request. The Business Centre offers complimentary internet and the entire hotel has complimentary wireless Internet if you prefer to work from your room. The Business Centre also has a fax, black and white photocopier and secretarial services as available on request. Shipping and packaging, laminating and binding can be arranged directly with our concierge deck at an additional cost.
Clock Library
The legendary Grill Room has been renowned for its fine dining and outstanding cuisine for almost 70 years.
The menu is an inspired combination of classic favourites, created by Bea Tollman, president and founder of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, the restaurant’s Signature Dishes and contemporary creations, inspired by current global trends.
Classic Grill Room touches include the authentic Gueridon service, where food is prepared and presented at the individual diner’s table and the Classic 1920’s Hors d’ Oeuvres Trolley, with an extensive range of 18 ‘old world’ appetizers.
The beautiful Ocean Terrace restaurant, with gorgeous views across the Indian Ocean, serves a Bistro-style menu and is perfect for casual, al fresco and family dining. With something to suit every palate favourite dishes include freshly baked pizzas from the wood-fire pizza oven, sustainably sourced seafood and a host of perennial favourites such as fish and chips. The Ocean Terrace also serves a delicious English Breakfast daily, as well as an a la carte menu for lunch and dinner.
Also on offer in the Ocean Terrace, the incredible Curry Buffet, including authentic Tandoori Chicken, continues to attract fans from far and wide. Using delicate hand-blended combinations of spices and fresh herbs, the extensive selection of Curries includes, meat, fish and vegetarian option - making each curry a masterpiece!
The Ocean Terrace is also the perfect backdrop for a relaxed sundowner overlooking the rim flow pool and sea.
Inspired by The Oyster Box’s original, colonial architecture with four magnificent tole and ceramic chandeliers purchased from the Savoy Hotel in London, natural sunlight and towering Palms, The Palm Court is the venue for the legendary High Tea each afternoon. It’s also a favourite meeting spot for casual dining and the ideal place to enjoy the Evening Indulgence treat.
High Tea is a lengthy, leisurely affair with live piano music a welcome addition to the occasion. All pastries and baked goods are prepared on the property by executive pastry chef, Joanita Venter and her team. The high tea table is a visual and taste spectacle of sumptuous treats, with everything from freshly baked scones, pastries, quiches and cakes, to finger sandwiches and savouries.
Richly inviting with its dark wooden panels and details in leather, crimson and gold, the Lighthouse Bar has a large terrace for spectacular views of the iconic lighthouse and the Indian Ocean. With live music, delicious light snack meals and exotic cocktails, this is the hottest bar in KwaZulu-Natal.
Overlooking the infinity pool and Indian Ocean, the stylish Oyster Bar specialises in Champagne and Oysters, freshly harvested from our own Oyster beds and also offers a light menu, delicious cocktails and live music.
This authentic old world bar is full of charm and character. It has remained a firm favourite with the locals for over 40 years, serving delicious hearty snacks and the finest selection of whiskeys, beers and cigars.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
5 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu
No. Rooms: 86
Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Birding, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet, History & Culture, Leisure, Relaxation, Shopping, Watersports, Wine
Thanda Safari Lodge | Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve
Thanda Safari Lodge is situated in the rich wildlife area of South Africa’s northern KwaZulu Natal and is one of Africa’s most luxurious safari destinations. The accommodation comprises nine self-contained suites, each with a lavish living space, heated plunge pool and outside ‘sala’ or resting area overlooking the reserve. Guests can enjoy delicious meals in the central dining and gathering area, which includes an inviting lounge, expansive deck and library overlooking a waterhole, private business area, cigar bar and impressive wine cellar. Other facilities include an inviting spa where guests can relax and unwind. Guests can also enjoy safari games drives and guided bush walks.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Sala, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Services
Babysitting Service, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours)
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included