The Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (700 reviews)
33 Main Street , Riebeek-Kasteel , za

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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:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Excellent cuisine
Cons:
Need for room maintenance
Limited accessibility for wheelchairs
Lack of parking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.31
Some areas noted for maintenance, impacting overall cleanliness.
Service
9.78
Staff were friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
9.32
Perfect location to explore the town, with beautiful surroundings.
Room Quality
8.27
Rooms need attention; some amenities like air-conditioning not working properly.
Amenities
8.8
Good facilities like dining options, but some maintenance needed.
Value for Money
8.76
Competitively priced for the overall experience, good quality.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Breakfast was highly praised, but some variety in meals could be improved.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall a lovely stay with positive experiences despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 10:51

Property Description

Historic Colonial-Style Building and Lush Garden
Experience a stay like no other at The Royal Hotel in Riebeek-Kasteel. This historic colonial-style building offers air-conditioned accommodation surrounded by a lush garden with stunning valley views. Relax by the outdoor pool on the terrace and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the surroundings.

Luxurious Rooms with Modern Amenities
Indulge in the bright and airy rooms at The Royal, featuring under-floor heating and modern furnishings. Enjoy a restful night's sleep on plush beds with white linens. The en suite bathrooms with a bath and shower provide the ultimate comfort during your stay.

Dining and Relaxation Options
Savor local cuisine at the contemporary restaurant or dine outdoors on the terrace. Unwind with a drink at the colonial bar or the pool bar. For ultimate relaxation, opt for a massage treatment in your room or the garden gazebo.

Book your stay at The Royal Hotel for a truly unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 12 years old stay for 50% of the adult rate per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 700 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.31
Service: 9.78
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 8.27
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Leon • extended_group • za
9
I felt pampered
Pros:

The front-of-house staff were the nicest four ladies that seemed to work all the time. Early morning they are there with a smile and late evenings you see the same people. The breakfast was included and it was excellent. They were more than willing to alter meals for my vegan friend and everything was spot-on.

Since it was winter, the fireplaces throughout the hotel were always burning, giving it a lovely cozy atmosphere!

Cons:

Instant coffee in the room. Argh! No alcohol in the minibar: it's a mini-BAR after all?

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • couple • za
8
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Great

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Carla • couple • us
8
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Desmond • couple • za
8
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Havinga • couple • za
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Madeleine • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Johannes • couple • za
10
Beautiful interior. Exceptional staff!
Pros:

The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful throughout the property. Very good breakfast and dinner.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Annette • solo_traveller • za
8
Pros:

The atmosphere; warm and cozy.. The food was good. Location is peefect.

Cons:

NA

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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heidi • couple • ch
8
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Kobus • couple • za
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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bouwer • family_with_children • za
9
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • za
8
Otherwise we enjoyed the scenery and the friendly staff
Pros:

The breakfast pancake option was an absolute winner. Room was spacious. Staff had no problem to upgrade us to a bigger room with a view. The reception was very apologetic for the cold water and asked if they could give us a discount to make up for it. We declined as that was not why we mentioned it

Cons:

The sensor for the light in the bathroom is not nice especially at night going to the bathroom everything is lit up. The unit was beautiful but previous guests definately smoked cigars in there which we did not appreciate. Next morning we did not have hot water at all in the bathroom.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • za
7
A lovely stay in a nostalgic charming hotel. Loved the breakfasts!
Pros:

It was very charming. The food was excellent.

Cons:

A few things were not working - lights, no lotion in the lotion dispenser in the bathroom, not enough 2 prong outlets for charging phones/watches etc.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Anouck • couple • ie
8
Charming hotel in Swartland region
Pros:

Friendly staff
Good vibes
Cozy lounge
Nice food

Cons:

Comes with the trademark of the hotel but the room was a bit older and felt a bit stuffy, nice bathroom though!

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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bouwer • family_with_children • za
9
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • gb
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • extended_group • za
8
Great stay, charming place. The hotel was comfortable overall, but the breakfast was disappointing. The milk provided wa
Pros:

Gorgeous patio, location and charm

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
8
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Michelle T • couple • za
8
Comfy stay in the Valley
Pros:

The Royal hotel is a classic in the Riebeeck Valley. Staff are friendly, location is great. Nice fireplaces in the lounge areas of the hotel. Food and drinks were also great

Cons:

Only downside was that we booked a king suite which are a bit more expensive. Was a bit of a disappointment that we could not use the fireplace in the room. We stayed in these rooms before and was looking forward to using the fireplace but was told that it is not allowed anymore. The room also had a problem with ants. But that all said - we still had a great stay and will recommend it. We noticed that they are starting to clear an area in front of the existing rooms and were told that they are going to add additional rooms. Hope the owners will keep in mind that they shouldn't take the view away from the existing rooms.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Catering Chalets • extended_group • na
9
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee