The Stellenbosch Hotel
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, if you want to stay in central Stellenbosch on foot from shops, restaurants and bars and pay less than half of what our other picks cost. Skip it if you are sensitive to smells or want the highest-rated stay in town.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
This is our Budget pick for Stellenbosch, though budget is relative here. At about €171 a night it is not cheap, but the city's sample median was far higher. It suits couples and families who want to walk to dinner and drinks and do not need a 4 or 5-star hotel.
Skip it if your priority is the best guest score. In the provider sample it placed joint last of 9 eligible properties, even with an 8.4. Stellenbosch has a strong field, and the other hotels simply scored higher.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on the corner of Dorp and Andringa Street. Guests describe it as central and within walking distance of shops, restaurants and bars, and they rate the location 9.7 out of 10, one of its best points.
The Moederkerk is about 0.3 km away, roughly 4 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. Our data does not list other sights with distances, so check how you will reach any places outside the centre before you arrive. Parking is not listed in our data, so confirm it if you are driving.
What guests say
The score is 8.4 out of 10 from 699 reviews. Guests praise a friendly, professional team that gives a warm welcome and helpful service.
The weak point is smell. Rooms are generally tidy and often called spotless, but some guests report unpleasant odours from carpets or drains. It is not universal, but it comes up often enough to note.
Price and what you get compared with our other picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 Nov, 2 adults, one room) was €170.75 per night. It is not a live quote. Check today's price for your dates.
You get a 3-star hotel with a restaurant, a terrace, family rooms, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Breakfast is listed as Full English/Irish and buffet; whether it is included in your rate is not confirmed.
Our Best Value pick, Oude Werf Hotel, scores 9.3 and was seen at €377.39 per night, more than double. Our Luxury pick, Lanzerac Hotel & Spa, scores 9.4 at €790.98 per night. The Stellenbosch Hotel is the way to stay central without paying those rates.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 9 hotels in Stellenbosch. This one had the lowest eligible reference price once the upscale choice was set aside, while still scoring 8.4 from nearly 700 reviews and holding a very strong location rating.
Before you book
Read recent reviews for comments on odours, and ask for a different room on arrival if you notice a problem. Check whether breakfast is included and what the cancellation terms are.
Room size, noise and renovation condition have not been assessed. A central corner with bars nearby could mean some evening noise, so if you sleep lightly, ask about a quieter room.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is The Stellenbosch Hotel in the town centre?
Yes. It is on the corner of Dorp and Andringa Street, and guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10. The Moederkerk is about 4 minutes on foot.
Is breakfast included?
A Full English/Irish and buffet breakfast is listed, but inclusion in your rate is not confirmed. Check your rate details.
Does The Stellenbosch Hotel have parking?
Parking is not listed in our data. Contact the hotel before arrival if you plan to drive.
What do guests complain about?
Some guests report unpleasant odours from carpets or drains, though rooms are generally described as tidy. Read recent reviews to see if it is still an issue.
How much does it cost per night?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €170.75 per night. Check today's price for your dates.