Property Location With a stay at De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel in Riversdale, you'll be in the historical district and minutes from Julius Gordon Africana Centre, and close to Riversdale Hospital. This 4-star country house is convenient to Riversdale Tourism Office.
FeesOptional Fees Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 220 to 242 for adults, and ZAR 0 to 0 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. PoliciesKnow Before You Go This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties. 24-hour pool accessChildren 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Room
Amenities Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an attached winery and an outdoor pool. This Victorian country house also features complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services.
Standard Double Room
1 Double Bed140-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Tempur-Pedic bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fanNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors
1 Double Bed140-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Tempur-Pedic bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fanNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors
Cottage, Garden Area
1 Double Bed258-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Tempur-Pedic bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fanNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors
1 Double Bed258-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Tempur-Pedic bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fanNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors
Luxury Double or Twin Room
1 Double Bed205-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Tempur-Pedic bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fanNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors
1 Double Bed205-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Tempur-Pedic bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fanNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors
Cottage, 2 Bedrooms
4 Twin Beds355-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views Layout - 2 bedrooms Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Tempur-Pedic bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fanNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors
4 Twin Beds355-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with garden views Layout - 2 bedrooms Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Tempur-Pedic bed, Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fanNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors
dining
Dining Grab a bite to eat at the country house's restaurant, where you can take in a garden view and dine alfresco (weather permitting). Or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Recreation
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Julius Gordon Africana Centre - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Riversdale Old Jail / Die Tronk - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Riversdale Hospital - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi Riversdale Tourism Office - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi Cape Floral Region Protected Areas - 17 km / 10.6 mi Star Nation Art Studio and Gallery - 31.4 km / 19.5 mi Inverroche Distillery - 35 km / 21.8 mi Melkhoutfontein Kliniek - 37.5 km / 23.3 mi Hessequa Municipal Library - Melkhoutfontein Branch - 37.6 km / 23.4 mi Hessequa Municipality Offices - 37.6 km / 23.4 mi The NG Church - 39.8 km / 24.7 mi Tuin-op-die-Brak Botanical Garden - 40.4 km / 25.1 mi Stilbaai Gallery - 40.6 km / 25.2 mi House of Aloes - 40.6 km / 25.2 mi Lappiesbaai Beach - 40.9 km / 25.4 mi The preferred airport for De Doornkraal Vinotel is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 286.9 km / 178.3 mi
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Location
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
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Rating
494 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
rtolle469521
Lovely hotel
Thank you so much for our wonderful stay, the staff and room was brilliant. Breakfast was absolutely gorgeous, will definitely be returning. Thank you all
jkock643762
Very nice garden
Very friendly, good breakfast. Room was a bit dark. Location was very quiet, no busy street. Big and very peaceful garden
plettplums
Leo
Comfortable , clean room, great staff, Good Dinner and superb Breakfast. Will definitely stay again.
