Clanwilliam Hotel

Hotels
7.2 (572 reviews)
22 Main Street , Clanwilliam , ZA

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Decent breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Dated appearance
Inconsistent room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
5.28
Negative mentions of cleanliness due to cockroaches and dirty towels in multiple reviews.
Service
8.25
Friendly and helpful staff were frequently praised.
Location
8.29
Location is frequently mentioned as convenient and well-located.
Room Quality
6.74
Mixed feedback on room quality; some rooms were clean while others had issues.
Amenities
6.77
Amenities were mentioned as dated, and some guests noted a need for improvements.
Value for Money
7.73
Generally good value, though some mentioned overpriced offerings.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Breakfast and restaurant reviews are mostly positive but with some room for improvement.
Overall Experience
6.75
Mixed overall experience; while some enjoyed their stay, others had significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 11:40

Property Description

Traditional Cape Dutch Building:
Experience the charm of a traditional Cape Dutch building at Clanwilliam Hotel, nestled in the picturesque Olifant River Valley. Just a 5-minute drive from the Clanwilliam Dam, our hotel offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort.

Comfortable Rooms and Pool:
Relax in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with satellite TV, hair dryers, and ensuite bathrooms. Family rooms are also available for your convenience. Enjoy a refreshing dip in our 20 sq meter pool with a relaxing patio area, accessible to all guests.

Local Cuisine and Nearby Attractions:
Indulge in authentic South African cuisine at our restaurant and bar, Leipoldt. Explore the surrounding area with shops, banks, Ramskop Nature Reserve, and rooibos tea farms within easy reach. Don't miss the chance to visit Cederberg Mountain Catchment Area and the Atlantic Ocean beaches, just a short drive away.

Book your stay at Clanwilliam Hotel for a memorable getaway in the heart of the Western Cape.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 572 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.28
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.29
Room Quality: 6.74
Amenities: 6.77
Value for Money: 7.73
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 6.75
D
Don • couple • za
8
Easy clean and safe space with lovely food
Pros:

Convenient and easy to locate

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
M
Michelle • solo_traveller • za
9
Friendly and accommodating
Pros:

The restaurant staff as well as the night manager, Wernardt, was extremely friendly and helpful. Wernardt especially went out of his way to accommodate us and make our stay as comfortable as possible.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
T
Tarryn • solo_traveller • za
5
Pros:

The staff were amazing, thank you Des for looking after us so well.

Cons:

The bar area smelt of sewage and that was attached to the dinning room. The food was very expensive for the quality.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
M
Marthinus • couple • za
5
It was ok
Pros:

Friendly people

Cons:

The room - no place to put the bag/case you travel with. It will help if there is a bench, or something, for your case! I do not want to put my expensive case on the floor. The same with the bathroom - you need a small table/bench to put down your toilet bag or clothing - not on the floor.

The dinner I paid for was really bad - the fillet was not prepared as requested and the onion ring burnt. I was promised a refund that never materialised.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
J
Joseph • couple • za
8
Pros:

Good place to stay

Cons:

None

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
V
van Dyk • couple • za
4
Cons:

Dated and overpriced.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
G
Graham • solo_traveller • za
7
Pleasant stay
Pros:

Position

Cons:

All good

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
C
Christian • solo_traveller • re
7
Bien
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
S
Sue • couple • za
8
Very pleasant and would recommend.
Pros:

Spotless room. Very friendly staff.

Cons:

Ventilation in the room.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
M
Mbuli • extended_group • za
5
Not worth the money spend.
Pros:

The hotel is centrally located and convenient. The Area is safe and we were able to safely park our car on the street.

Cons:

The lady at reception was not welcoming. Our rooms were located upstairs with steep steps to climb. We had a heavy bag, and the receptionist just looked at us with no offer to look for someone to assist with the bags. The hotel is generally dusty, and we struggle to sleep peacefully as a result of breathing in the dust.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
A
Adelaide • solo_traveller • za
10
Break Away
Pros:

The staff were friendly and helpful. We had supper at the restaurant at the hotel and it was fantastic. Breakfast was great. Will definitely stat there again.

Cons:

The aircon in our room tripped the electricity. Close to the room that we stayed there is a motor that goes on and off the whole night.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
V
Vishnu • extended_group • za
6
fairly comfortable
Pros:

decent

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
A
Arwin van der Heiden • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Erg goed ontbijt. Geen buffet, maar wordt voor je gemaakt adhv je wensen.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
M
maryam • couple • za
10
Pros:

❤️

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
K
Keryn • couple • za
8
Pros:

Comfortable, clean and quiet rooms. Friendly and very helpful staff.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
G
Gareth • couple • za
1
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
A
Andre • couple • za
9
Great location for exploring the Redbush area
Pros:

Large room, clean , fast internet,

Cons:

Limited onsite parking

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
P
Preachmore • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
G
Greg • solo_traveller • za
5
Pros:

Overall, our stay at Clanwilliam Hotel was passable, but there were definitely some positives worth mentioning. The staff were absolutely amazing — very friendly, helpful, and always willing to assist with anything we needed. The food was also great and one of the highlights of the stay.
The location was excellent and convenient, and the facilities were decent overall.

Cons:

However, the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms could definitely be improved, and for the price paid, it didn’t quite feel like good value for money.
That being said, the excellent service from the staff really stood out and made the experience better.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
V
Van Reenen • couple • za
10
We had a very blessed overnight stay.
Pros:

Everything was exceptional.

Cons:

The parking space is very limited and small.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee