8 Top-Rated Hotels in Grabouw, Overberg District, Western Cape

Trail’s End in Grabouw is not just Africa’s first bike hotel, it’s also the perfect base to relax, have fun and explore all the delights the Overberg has to offer. Whether you’re hungry to catch some fresh air on our scenic trails, find your next adventure, sample some of the country's finest beverages or unwind after a week wrapped up in the city life - you’ve come to the right destination.

Villa Exner is an exclusive small boutique hotel, centrally located at Elgin Valley Grabouw in the Winelands and close to Cape Town. All major attractions and activities are within easy access, making it your ideal base to explore the Cape while enjoying the space and tranquility of the country side.Experience all those indulging touches and the intimate, personal service that only a small boutique hotel can offer.Villa Exner provides the space to relax and rejuvenate; rolling lawns, a decadent open garden offering privacy and interactive places where you can sit and chat in a laid-back atmosphere, make new friends and enjoy life in a modern country style. Villa Exner is based in the heart of Elgin Grabouw, only an hour from Cape Town. Surrounded by pure nature with the two bordering Nature Reserves, the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom, as well as the Winelands and Hermanus at the doorstep, there are a million things to do. Hiking, birding, mountain biking, 4x4 off road trails & tours, quad biking, golf, tennis, paragliding over the stunning False Bay, scuba diving along the coast, to name a few. One of only two South African water-skiing schools, with the most beautiful setting, is also close by.

Conveniently situated in the quaint farming town of Grabouw which lies at the center the picturesque Elgin Valley. Being only 70 kilometers from Cape Town, it’s the perfect setting for a quick escape from the city to enjoy the charm of country life. Grabouw Accommodation The pace slows down as you come over the Hottentots Holland Mountains and enter into a lush patchwork valley scattered with vineyards, orchards and an abundance of roses. Immerse yourself in the magnificent scenery while enjoying a variety of local attractions like the Elgin Railway Market, the Elgin steam train, wine farms or for the more adventurous the Cape Canopy Tours, or simply relax and put your feet up. One could also use your Grabouw accommodation as base from which to explore the Overberg region and surrounds.

The child-friendly Houw Hoek Hotel is situated in the heart of the Kogelberg Nature Reserve, a leisurely 80 km from Cape Town, just off the N2 freeway. We are peacefully positioned in an exquisite location, between majestic mountains and beautiful ponds, making this the perfect place to relax and unwind. Most of the rooms have private balconies with magnificent views and fireplaces for those cosy winter evenings. Built in 1779, we are the oldest licensed hotel in South Africa. The Houw Hoek Hotel is the winner of TWO Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards – The Best Scenic Environment Hotel in South Africa and The Best Historical Hotel in South Africa. There is so much to do – two refreshing swimming pools, two games rooms and a host of outdoor activities. Join us for drinks or a delicious meal on the terraces with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Enjoy 5-star treatment while our outstanding service ensures that you have a magnificent stay.

Paul and Nicky Wallace purchased their 25 hectare farm in September 2003 and immediately set out to create their own little piece of heaven. The two labourer's cottages, converted to self-catering accommodation, are perfect for a getaway to the country. Surrounded by vineyards, natural dams with abundant bird life and unparalleled sunsets, this is a little piece of paradise. Each cottage has a well equipped kitchenette, with a microwave, four plate stove top, fridge/freezer and other necessary amenities. The living area is open plan with the kitchenette and has a fireplace to keep things cosy in the cold, along with a TV with full DSTV. The two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a king (which can be made up as two single beds), come with wall heaters and electric blankets and are separated by a shared bathroom with toilet, basin and shower. Firewood, charcoal and firelighters are provided for both the inside fireplace and the braai outside.