Banhoek Lodge

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio
Interior entrance
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Helshoogte Road, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7600
  • Zorgvliet Estate
    1 min walk
  • Camberley Wine Farm
    15 min walk
  • Alluvia Boutique Winery
    3 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    57 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Suite

  • 452 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 409 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About this property

Banhoek Lodge

4-star Stellenbosch lodge with outdoor pool
This lodge features an outdoor pool, a snack bar/deli, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include spa services, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
Banhoek Lodge offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages.
The lodge offers a snack bar/deli. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle. This Stellenbosch lodge also offers an outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace. A total renovation of this property was completed in November 2021.

Banhoek Lodge has designated areas for smoking.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2003
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note this property has an onsite private well with filtration system available.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 800 (one-way), (up to 11 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Banhoek Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 179 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 179 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 179 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 179 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 179 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views and quiet (we were the only guests staying there) but despite that we got put in a room right by reception despite asking for another room. We checked out several days early for several reasons mainly due to the fact that this is very much just a Bed & Breakfast- that’s it- which we hadn’t anticipated. Secondly the night receptionist asked us for money which made us feel uncomfortable especially that given reception do the turn down and go into the rooms where all our valuables are. Breakfast was ok but South Africa cuisine and culinary scene is outstanding- this was not anywhere near the same standards as neighbouring hotels. When we asked for the out of hours snacks (off the menu given to us in the room) we were told it wasn’t possible as they hadn’t done a food order. Banhoek could benefit from a proper coffee machine which would really elevate breakfast. And as nice as they were the staff could do with a bit of training- on asking about local attractions, restaurants and wineries- we were given many blank answers and check in was giving us a key- we had to carry own bags (my boyfriend wasn’t able bodied), figure out how things in the room worked ourselves etc - a bit of orientation would have been welcome.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This small and beautiful property is a hidden gem. Excellent service, amazing rooms and a view that is breathtaking. I will be staying here again many times again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lodge in stunning Stellenbosch
Beautiful room with stunning views of the vineyards. Near to restaurants and wineries for wine tasting. Incredibly helpful and friendly staff with great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning bedroom views from this lodge and exceptional service and kind attitude from Shannon ! Food was also great. It’s an older lodge that has been upgraded with excellent bathroom fixtures and main bedroom lighting. Wifi is a little slow, early morning hot water taps need to run a bit before hot water arrives and the sliding partition in our room 2 needs to be replaced with a frosted glass door as the current wooden sliding partition is a little stiff to open . Otherwise an excellent choice for your next vacation !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Stellenbosch
We had an amazing stay and all the Staff were fantastic One of the most relaxed stays we have had and lots of places to eat close by
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay
Magnificent view from bedroom. Staff friendly. Rooms are large but a little tired. Need more than one lamp for use during loadshedding. Need to invest in generator or inverter as rooms get very hot if no aircon on during loadshedding.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location location
Location location location, the hotel is set in beautiful rolling vineyards. Staff could not have been more helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property nestled in the vineyards. Easy walk to a number of wineries.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine, Atlanta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very special place with amazing views, incredible staff, fantastic breakfast and close to town and really great wineries.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

George, Bellport

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I can’t say enough good things about this resort! Banhoek Lodge completely blew me away! Elegant styling, & incredible views! Plus, all the staff members we, so warm & welcoming. I booked a wine tour online, & the company did not pick me up my girlfriend, & I. The staff at Banhoek Lodge tried their best to help me get in contact with the company that was supposed come and pick me up. After all of our failed attempts, they found another local company to take my girlfriend, & I around Stellenbosch for the day. The tour guide that they suggested was amazing! They save the day! I only had one day to experience Stellenbosch & they turned a horrible experience into a memorable one! I’ve stay at some of the best hotels in the world, from the Ritz, to the Jumeirah properties in Dubai.. & the service, hospitality, warmth, & helpfulness ranks right up there with them! Thank you for an amazing experience, and all the help that you given my girlfriend, & I during our trip to Stellenbosch. I would refer your property to anyone who asked about staying in Stellenbosch. Much appreciated! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful setting
The setting is beautiful. Spectacular view to the vinyard and mountain Breakfast on the veranda of your room very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allisson, Helensburgh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at this lodge. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The lodge itself is located in a quiet picturesque region with spectacular mountain views. The rooms are well appointed, clean and very comfortable. The addition of a fire place in the room was awesome as the nights were cold. Breakfast was fresh and delicious and the wait staff ensured you had a great start to your day. We found the location pretty central to everything and the parking was safe and secure. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

stefania

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with beautiful view from the room, very nice of them to give us two free vouchers for wine tasting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel with great views. Walking distance from some wineries. Great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While a couple of kilometers outside Stellenbosch the view and close proximity to two of the finest wineries more than compensates. The staff was most solicitous and the breakfast astoundingly good. Best eggs Benedict I have ever enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

ANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect and very special stay
Banhoek Lodge is truly one of the best stays we have ever had. The room is gorgeous with perfect design, the bed comfortable and the views are absolutely stunning. The breakfast, homemade every morning by the lovely people that work there, is delicious. The staff is so welcoming and kind, and we especially want to thank Ms. Pamela for everything. This is a very special place and we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Banhoek Lodge is Franschhoek’s best kept secret. Nestled amidst several small vineyards, it has stunning mountain and valley views from every room. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to experience the Cape wine lands.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay with incredible views. Noisy rooms
Nice stay with incredible views and pleasant front of house staff. The breakfasts were lovely on our balcony however it was an hour late one morning due to an admin error. The accessibility from main road is great and there are beautiful walks available on the estate. Clean rooms and well decorated. Main issues are that the toilet is not private from the rest of the room and we the sound proofing between rooms is very poor, we could hear conversations and TV in room next door which was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10 out of 10
The best hotel of our trip from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth! The room was very spacious and well maintained. The view from the rooms are spectacular, overlooking another wine estate, as well as the mountains around the hotel. Breakfast was nice. The location was also really good, close to several great restaurants in the region. Very romantic experience! They even gave us a free coupon for a wine tasting close to the hotel, which we really enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020