Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location
Friendly and helpful staff
High-quality food
Cons:
Aging room furnishings
Reservation issues at the restaurant

Categories

Cleanliness
8.38
Some comments indicate that the room was not up to the expected cleanliness standards.
Service
9.85
Staff was consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
9.89
Multiple reviews highlight the breathtaking views and prime location.
Room Quality
8.34
Mixed reviews with some rooms noted to be aging and needing improvement.
Amenities
9.37
Overall amenities are pleasing, although a gym was noted as a desired addition.
Value for Money
9.33
Many guests felt the experience justified the cost, despite some concerns about dining reservations.
Food and Beverage
9.38
Food quality is highly praised, particularly breakfast, with minor criticisms on specific items.
Overall Experience
9.85
Many guests expressed a strong desire to return, indicating a very positive overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 19:38

Property Description

Tranquil Wine Estate Setting
Nestled in the picturesque Stellenbosch hills, Asara Wine Estate & Hotel offers a serene escape amidst a working wine farm.

Luxurious Accommodations and Dining
Indulge in spacious rooms with private balconies, lavish bathrooms, and top-notch amenities. Experience fine dining at Taste restaurant, relaxed meals at Sansibar Bistro, and drinks at Sansibar Lounge & Terrace.

Wine Tasting and Relaxation
Embark on cellar tours, wine tastings, and vineyard strolls. Unwind with spa treatments or explore the area with a rental car or bicycle.

Ready to experience luxury in the heart of wine country? Book your stay at Asara Wine Estate & Hotel now for a memorable getaway.

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.
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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CPT

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 969 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.38
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.89
Room Quality: 8.34
Amenities: 9.37
Value for Money: 9.33
Food and Beverage: 9.38
Overall Experience: 9.85
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Bader • couple • sa
9
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Ross • couple • ae
7
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • za
5
Pros:

Beautiful location.

Cons:

TV old and did not work.
WFI password difficult.
Breakfast not up to standard.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • za
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Hiro • solo_traveller • jp
10
幻想的な朝もやと美しい庭園、朝食も絶品のワインエステート
Pros:

• 建物も庭も池もとても綺麗なホテルで、妻は大満足。特に朝もやのかかる池は幻想的だった。
• ホテルの朝食はアラカルトで作ってくれとても美味しい
• ホテルでの夕食はルームサービスで普通

Cons:

• 古いホテルなので、ところどころ調子の悪いところがある。室内金庫は電池切れで2回修理してもらった。浴室との扉の開閉にはコツと力が必要。

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Tani • extended_group • jp
8
ロケーションや設備は良い　スタッフも気さくでいいがよりコミュニケーションができてると更に良い
Pros:

部屋が広くて清潔感もあった　ウェルカムワインや部屋にもフリーで1本ワインがあったのは嬉しかった

Cons:

スタッフが円滑につながっていない
マネージャーから下のフロアにワインオープナーやオリジナルTシャツがあると聞いた言ったがスタッフはオープナーは分からない　Tシャツは在庫がないから月曜日しか入らないと言われて結局ダメだった
夕食のレストランのメニューが少ない

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Yulia • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Wardia • solo_traveller • za
3
Cons:

⭐ A Hugely Disappointing Stay at Asara Estate & Hotel

What should have been a rare, peaceful night away from our children turned into an incredibly disappointing stay at Asara Estate & Hotel.

Our room was only ready 45 minutes after the scheduled check-in time. Given that we had deliberately booked a short getaway to rest and recharge, this was an unfortunate start.

The real disappointment, however, came later.

It was extremely cold in the Winelands, so before heading down for a late lunch, we switched on the heater in our room, expecting to return to a warm and comfortable space. We returned shortly before 19h00 to find the room still freezing and the heater not working.

Housekeeping came to attend to it that evening, but despite this, the heater was still not working the following morning. Having someone arrive yet again to deal with the issue during the final precious moments of what was supposed to be our restful getaway was incredibly frustrating.

And that wasn't the only maintenance issue. The bath plug didn't work either, meaning another small but important part of what should have been a relaxing stay simply wasn't functional.

What makes this experience even more disappointing is that our previous stay at Asara was exceptional. It was precisely because of that experience that I booked Asara again without hesitation. We came back expecting the same level of service, comfort and attention to detail.

Instead, this stay fell short on almost every level.

Things can go wrong at any hotel — we understand that. But when multiple issues occur during a short stay, and basic room amenities aren't functioning, it becomes the hotel's responsibility to ensure the guest experience is recovered. Unfortunately, that simply didn't happen for us.

When you rarely get the opportunity to have a night away without your children, you look forward to it, invest in it and expect it to be genuinely restorative.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Jens • solo_traveller • de
10
Top Hotel in sehr guter Lage
Pros:

Im Prinzip alles. Aber besonders die Weinführung und -probe mit Calvin. Seine fachlichen Ausführungen und d seine sympathische Art haben uns sehr gefallen. Vielen Dank.

Cons:

Nichts

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • za
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Marlize • couple • za
6
Rather book in summer when the facilities are all open.
Pros:

The staff was extremely friendly and check-in was easy. The room was clean and spacious. Beautiful setting and views. Good wine.

Cons:

I don't feel that I got value for money. I booked the accommodation a week in advance and it was supposedly on special and included a free upgrade, but when I checked bookings.com on the day we were checking in the price was more than 40% lower than what I paid. I feel that the price was falsely advertised initially. Most of the facilities were closed for winter. They only offered dinner at the wine bar with a very limited menu. The table next to ours got a hair in the their food. There seemed to have been a shortage of staff as we had to go look for somebody to take our order and even though the staff were very friendly they were not attentive and the service was lacking. Also, shortly after check-in I got a suspicious message on my phone asking me to verify my reservation. The hotel said that there was a security breach on bookings.com and the problem was not on their side.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Hartzenberg • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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KGOTHATSO ANNA • family_with_children • za
9
Pros:

The estate is a hidden gem with lots of fine amenities. It's private and exclusive with a great backdrop and beautiful views of the vineyards. They have wine tasting and variety of Asara wines to be enjoyed with meals. The view from the room was amazing. The complimentary wine bottle is a nice bonus. Highly recommended.

Cons:

The bathroom basins were not properly cleaned, there were toothpaste stains which was a bit of a turn off. But overall everything was good.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Philipp • couple • za
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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van der Merwe • couple • za
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Stephanus van Wyk • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Uriel • couple • ar
8
Very good choice for a relaxing weekend away
Pros:

The room was lovely and spacious, with a comfortable bed; the views were fantastic. Overall, the place is beautifully manicured. It's a wonderful choice for a relaxing stay.

Cons:

Our room was too far away from the main building, restaurant, pool, etc. Fortunately, the weather was good, but if it had rained, it would have been uncomfortable.

Also, we came back to the hotel by car from Stellenbosch in the evening, and there were no lights at the entrance gate (nor on the route outside) so not only was it difficult to find the entrance but also it felt quite dangerous.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • za
8
It is really a beautiful setting with very helpful staff
Pros:

The staff was extremely helpful and friendly

Cons:

I had a broken tile in my room, which was dangerous as it had sharp edges. I did report it, but it was not repaired.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • solo_traveller • za
10
Relaxing,peaceful,calm and tranquil
Pros:

The views are outstanding

Cons:

Nothing everything was superb.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee