The best accommodations Stellenbosch

Located on one of the world's most beautiful mountain roads, Clouds Estate is a boutique hotel and working winery. It offers upmarket accommodation, a range of wines under its own label and a contemporary restaurant. Surrounded by incredible views, a stay at Clouds Estate is hard to forget. A Dutch couple, big fans of food, wine and design, bought this small property with its own vineyards, accommodation and extraordinary views in 2012 and turned it into a dream destination. Designer furniture and original artworks by a selection of South African artists adorn all the rooms, as well as the lounge, bar and gardens. With 7 rooms in the hotel and 6 villas on the property, you have many options for choosing your perfect getaway. Enjoy the views, the wine and the tranquility that surrounds you. Mount Simonsberg provides the perfect backdrop for this world-class escape. St. Clouds is an hour's drive from Cape Town, 20 minutes from Franschhoek and just 45 minutes from Cape Town International Airport. The region's Mediterranean climate supports the cultivation of some of the world's finest wines.

This traditional hotel offers 12 rooms decorated in different, warm styles, as well as Art Deco-style apartments with kitchenettes. All rooms feature en suite bathrooms, air conditioning, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, mini-fridges and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms have private balconies, and one even has an Xbox console. Breakfast is included and is served in a dining room decorated with historic photos of the hotel and Stellenbosch. South African delicacies are also served throughout the day. The hotel has a patio with garden and an outdoor saltwater swimming pool. Off-street parking is free. Guests particularly appreciate the hotel's location, which is close to the city center and many restaurants and bars. Wi-Fi is free and a laundry service is available.