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The 10 Best Guesthouses in Stellenbosch, South Africa

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Van der Stel Manor is situated in a residential area, 5 minutes' drive from the centre of Stellenbosch. The restored Cape Dutch home features a garden and outdoor pool.

The luxurious rooms at Van der Stel Manor feature air conditioning and a private bathroom with bath, shower and bathrobes. Enjoy a cup of tea from your private patio. Each rooms has direct access to the pool and rose garden.

Exceptionally beautiful property on the outside and inside. Serving one of the best breakfasts I ever had. Very attentive and friendly staff.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,042 reviews
Price from
$100
per night

The kitchenette features a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

For guests with children, the guest house provides a baby safety gate. The Cottage Farm has an outdoor fireplace and a children's playground.

Everything about this accommodation was brilliant, the decor and design, the layout, the bottle of wine and chocolate, the welcome by Carla, the location, we loved it.

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9.2
Wonderful
125 reviews
Price from
$62
per night

Deux Frères Wine Estate & Luxury Villas in Stellenbosch provides adults-only accommodation with pool with a view and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. This 5-star guest house offers private entrance.

Quality over quantity is how the welcoming host Charl described the Deux Freres wines during our complementary wine tasting. The same can be said about the two sizeable ground floor apartments. Fitted with many luxuries and complemented with above and beyond service, it is an oasis within a stone's throw from Stellenbosch.

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9.6
Exceptional
163 reviews
Price from
$201
per night

Set within 7.9 km of Stellenbosch University and 14 km of Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, Banhoek Corner Guesthouse features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Stellenbosch. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. The accommodation provides full-day security and a housekeeping service for guests.

Stunning breakfast - not the same everyday. Scones were amazing. Very accommodating when I needed advice. Loved the peace & tranquility

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9.1
Wonderful
453 reviews
Price from
$94
per night

Offering pool views, 4 Piet Retief is an accommodation situated in Stellenbosch, 2.3 km from Stellenbosch University and 10 km from Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. This guest house has a plunge pool, a garden and free private parking. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace.

Morris was extremely helpful and always friendly:)

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9.1
Wonderful
513 reviews
Price from
$68
per night

Situated in Stellenbosch and only 1.4 km from Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch Manor features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star guest house offers a housekeeping service and a shared lounge. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a year-round outdoor pool.

The Stellenbosch Manor is a gorgeous guest house. The rooms are big and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much. Big thanks to the whole team :)

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9.4
Wonderful
577 reviews
Price from
$125
per night

De Zeven in Stellenbosch provides adults-only accommodation with pool with a view, an open-air bath and a garden. The property has mountain and pool views, and is 11 km from Stellenbosch University. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

location, landscape, breakfast, friendly staff, room, lobby, everything

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9.6
Exceptional
362 reviews
Price from
$243
per night

Simonzicht Guest House in Stellenbosch provides adults-only accommodation with pool with a view, a garden and a shared lounge. The property has garden views and is 7.8 km from Stellenbosch University and 14 km from Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Fashionable boutique hotel with exceptional service. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the breakfast perfect (and far more it's customizable). Many wineries to go around.

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9.1
Wonderful
235 reviews
Price from
$174
per night

Languedoc is situated on a small farm in the Blaauwklippen valley, a 10-minute drive from the centre of Stellenbosch.

All units at the guest house come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV.

The farm's natural garden features old trees and has pathways lead to a river and duck pond, with shaded sitting areas for guest to enjoy the bird life.

The room was very comfortable. The surroundings are very beautiful and restful. The deck by the river is a wonderful place to cool off.

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9.2
Wonderful
121 reviews
Price from
$87
per night

With free WiFi, this guest house offers a satellite flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and toaster. A private entrance leads guests into the guest house, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

The hosts gave us some lovely prunes that they got from the market when we arrived, and they were very welcoming.

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9.2
Wonderful
112 reviews
Price from
$41
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.
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  • Avg. price/night: $107.35
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 91 reviews
    Manager at reception was very friendly and helpful. Great location. Beautiful guest house with garden and pool.
    Esme
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  • Avg. price/night: $113.86
    9.3
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    Wonderful
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    Karin is a really great host and she also makes the best breakfast. Communication was easy and check in and out was very flexible. This place is wonderful, so peaceful and very quiet and has a lot of vineyards and restaurants around. Every time again!
    Ronja
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  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 63 reviews
    Great location, excellent facilities, lovely host - what more could one ask for
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  • Avg. price/night: $97.32
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 229 reviews
    Great location, quiet, rooms were nice and a good size. Penelope was very accommodating. We’ll be back.
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  • Avg. price/night: $181.31
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 709 reviews
    A charming old-style guesthouse. Comfortable seating areas . Two plunge pools. Perfect location. The staff are extraordinarily polite and helpful.
    Patrick
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  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 112 reviews
    The location was perfect for our requirements. The room was comfortable, clean and beautifully decorated. There were chocolates, cold water and fresh fruit to welcome us. Annie was a great hostess and made the stay super nice for us.
    Deirdre
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  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 86 reviews
    Great location, high quality bathroom and lovely decorated bedroom/studio. The studio is a bit of an oasis - green, quiet and safe - but only 2 mins walking from lively coffee places, restaurants/bars. The hosts, Izelle and Ian, were very friendly and helpful.
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  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 103 reviews
    Wonderful stay. Room beyond our expectations . Fantastic comfortable bed and great hosts. Beautiful outdoors area peaceful and quiet. A definite visit again . Stellenbosch is such A central area and a nice town to visit. 5 star stay for us.
    Malcolm
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  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 49 reviews
    Peaceful and quiet. Very beautiful scenery and quaint cottage with amazing hosts. Very cleanly and has just about everything you need for a great stay. Such a hidden little gem!
    Kriel
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  • Avg. price/night: $87.56
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 661 reviews
    Breakfast was good especially the fresh fruit and muesli. Cozy lounge with great Rose wine in the Honesty bar. Great location for walking around Stellies. Host was very accommodating and let us leave our luggage with her at check out and collect it later when our shuttle arrived to take us to our later flight. Great value for money!
    Erica
    Group

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