Constantia Valley

THE STEENBERG  HOTEL
Some 20 minutes from the city centre, the buildings date back to 1682 and have been painstakingly restored to offer 5 star comfort and facilities. Each of the 24 bedrooms and suites, set in five buildings, is individually styled and air conditioned. The small and intimate public rooms are beautifully furnished including the cocktail bar. The award winning Catharina’s restaurant, housed in the original winery, serves South African cuisine. In the gardens are two swimming pools for warm sunny days. Not only does the hotel have its own renowned vineyard but also a challenging 18-hole championship golf course which makes full use of the natural features and hazards, such as the vineyards, pine forest and waterways.

CAPE COVE
This highly acclaimed 5 star boutique hotel is located on the slopes of Lions head in the quiet residential area of Fresnaye, just a few minutes from the city centre.  From the city centre.  From the hotel there are panoramic views of the mountains and the sea around Cape Town.  The six spacious bedrooms have a a sitting area, leading on to a private balcony with a view over the Atlantic Ocean or the indigenous garden, mini bar, safe, satellite TV, direct dial phone and internet access.  The rooms feature contemporary and tribal African art from the owners private collection.  For relaxation there is a library, lounge and swimming pool surrounded by a pool deck.

THE VINEYARD
Set in the suburb of Newlands, about 15 minutes from the city, this popular privately owned hotel has 160 bedrooms of various categories ranging from Standard rooms to Mountain facing rooms to River Deluxe rooms located alongside the Liesbeck River. In addition, there are five 2 bedroom cottages.  The hotel has a choice of 3 restaurants including Au Jardin serving superb French cuisine, comfortable lounges and bar. In the 6 acres of landscaped gardens is a large swimming pool surrounded by parasols and loungers. The hotel boasts a large fully equipped fitness centre with a heater indoor pool and Angsana Spa. A transfer bus service operates to the V & A Waterfront at set times during the day.

HIGHLANDS COUNTRY HOUSE
The house, situated in Kenilworth about 20 minutes from the city, was  built in 1900 and is now a restored National Monument run as a privately owned hotel. From the moment of arrival you are enveloped by your  hosts hospitality and nothing is too much trouble for them. Public rooms include an elegant lounge, library, dining room breakfast conservatory, cosy bar, wine cellar and beauty spa. The spacious suites are located on 2 floors (no lift) and 9 have access to a balcony whist 4 suites open on to the attractive gardens with swimming pool. The dinner menu is extensive and the chef will discuss with your preferences and daily specials.

CONSTANTIA UITSIG
From the 16 garden bedrooms, furnished with elegant simplicity, there are sweeping views of the Constantia Valley. This much acclaimed hotel is set amidst a private working wine estate and there is easy access to beautiful  vineyard walking and mountain hikes. The estate’s three restaurants -Constantia Uitsig set in the original Manor House offering an Italian/Asian Cuisine - La Colombe with is southern French inspired menu - the more informal River Café - are very highly regarded and serve some of the finest food in South Africa. Within the beautiful mountain facing gardens is a swimming pool. The drive to the city centre is about 20 minutes.

BISHOPSGRACE
A charming guest house situated in the prestigious suburb of Bishopscourt, some 10 minutes from the V & A Waterfront. Each of the 6 suites, 4 located on the first floor of the homestead and 2 in the Mitre House, is spacious and has a balcony with spectacular mountain or garden views. Rooms are air conditioned and have extra-length king size featherbeds or twin beds. A charming breakfast and dining room opens onto a courtyard with fountains and garden views. Light lunches and suppers can be prepared by prior notice. In the gardens are two swimming pools and a floodlit tennis court. A day room is available for early arrivals and late departures. Rate includes fully stocked mini-bar.

THE CELLARS-HOHENORT
A long standing favourite with British guests the 5-star hotel is set in the Constantia Valley and is a member of the exclusive Relais et Chateaux. The  hotel has, in two separate buildings, 55 beautifully furnished air conditioned rooms and suites with views over the surrounding 9 acres of world renown gardens and vineyards. The charming public rooms include two restaurants, bars and lounges. In the extensive gardens are two swimming pools – one heated and a Gary Player designed chipping & putting green and a tennis court. Other facilities include a gym, Carchele Spa offering a host of treatments and a hair salon. Complimentary shuttle transfers are provided within a 5 km radius of the hotel.

ANDROS BOUTIQUE HOTEL
The Cape Dutch style hotel, located in Claremont, was built in 1908 and has been carefully restored and updated to ensure its character is preserved whilst introducing the latest facilities. It has 12 spacious bedrooms situated in the manor house and within the grounds, most with access to a patio or balcony. There is also a suite with its own entrance, lounge and a private pool. In fine weather breakfast is taken on the terrace overlooking the park-like gardens and in the evening dinner is served in the candle-lit cosy dining room, focusing on country cuisine with a French influence. There is a beautiful swimming pool, a well equipped gym, sauna and beauty salon with two treatment rooms with qualified beauticians on duty daily.

RODWELL HOUSE
Redefining elite seaside holidays in Cape Town is 5* Rodwell House in the sun-soaked village of St James. It nestles between the Kalk Bay Mountains and False Bay, world famous for whale-watching, warm sea bathing and a sheltered Mediterranean climate. Only 20 minutes from either Cape Town or Cape Point and 10 minutes to top vineyards and gold medal restaurants. Furnished impeccably, guests luxuriate in suites providing unashamed comfort and privacy. The entire 2nd floor is set aside for guest bedrooms, balconies or private gardens. Calm, modern and sophisticated, these open-plan suites offer unrivalled space, echoed by fine views of sea or mountain. Even the state-of-the-art bathrooms have stunning views. There are comfortable couches and chairs and superb quality king-sized beds, huge freestanding baths with double sized separate shower, air-conditioning with heating, a digital wall safe, Satellite TV, DVD, Wi-Fi, hairdryer, tea / coffee facilities and silent fridge Leisure rooms, terraces, gym, boulle field and swimming pool fed by a mountain stream are on offer. Sophisticated technology ensures global communication and fingertip entertainment. A wine and food extravaganza beckons. The cellar is world class, matched with the freshest of seasonal cuisine. Sun and gentle sea breezes whet the appetite. Take an energising mountain stroll or a refreshing dip in the tidal pool below the gardens, and then dine on freshly grilled lobster with an aged Montrachet.