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Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments

★★★★ 17 Van Riebeeck Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7600, Stellenbosch, ZA

9.2 guest rating· 80 reviews

About this hotel

Experience unparalleled comfort and relaxation at Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments, where charming hospitality meets modern convenience.

Wellness Retreat

Indulge in rejuvenating massages and revitalizing facials designed to melt away your stresses, leaving you refreshed and renewed.

Comfortable Accommodations

Our 25 uniquely decorated rooms are equipped with cozy espresso makers and state-of-the-art LED televisions, ensuring a luxurious stay complete with complimentary Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping.

Central Location

Perfectly situated in the heart of Stellenbosch, you're just a stone's throw away from iconic attractions like the University of Stellenbosch Botanical Garden and the Stellenbosch Village Museum.

Don’t miss out on this tranquil escape; book your stay today!

Rooms & rates

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Studio, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>431 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, microwave, espresso maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 1 · 9 m² · Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>97 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View

Sleeps 2 · 15 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>161-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with pool views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Luxury Villa

Sleeps 6 · 3× King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>3 King Beds</strong></p><p>Furnished patio with garden views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, and dining area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Private pool</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and dining table</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard, safe, and laptop workspace</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Classic Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>172 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Loft

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>129 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Family Room

Sleeps 3 · 24 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>258 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Honeymoon Studio, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>377-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Mini-fridge, microwave, espresso maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Studio Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>215 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Mini-fridge, microwave, espresso maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge service
  • Garden
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  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • LED light bulbs
  • Library
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
  • Luggage storage
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Secured bicycle storage
  • Showcase for local artists
  • Smoke-free property
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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17 Van Riebeeck Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7600, Stellenbosch, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.280 reviews

+ Helpful staff+ Great breakfast options− Strict cancellation policy
Cleanliness8.6
Service9.6
Location9.6
Room Quality9.1
Amenities9.1
Value for Money9.1

Convenient and lovely

10.0

A lovely room with modern, interesting decor. Everything needed was provided e.g. teas, coffees etc. Reception was incredibly helpful and couldn't do enough for you Breakfast was incredible! All ordered from a menu, but a very wide range of choices, and the ability to have whatever you'd like (French toast is to die for!) Location is brilliant as well - a seven minute walk to all the main restaurants in town! The only complaint is their strict cancellations policy. We had to reshuffle our whole holiday by three days due to my husband's work, and this was the only hotel out of seven across Cape Town and the Garden Route that didn't refund us at all, despite weeks of notice. This was a shame, but the hotel is lovely nonetheless.

Eleanor · 2025-08-26

Guest review

10.0

Beautiful guesthouse in the historic part of town. Walkable to restaurants and university. Had a great stay.

Christian · 2025-07-16

Great Spot! Highly Recommend

10.0

Super cute and charming. Updated bathrooms and rooms. Awesome location, you can walk to restaurants/bars in town. Friendly and accommodating staff. Breakfast was great.

Verified traveler · 2025-05-17

Guest review

8.0

a good hotel in the midst of Stellenbosch, with helpful staff.

miranda · 2025-05-17

Perfect end to our trip !

10.0

My husband and i were blown away by this beautiful property and Carmen and Michelle treated us like royalty! The location is perfect to walk around and the breakfast omlette was to die for .

Merritt · 2025-04-18

Guest review

10.0

We had an incredible 3 night stay. Everything from checking in, help with wine tours, the cleanliness, the wonderful breakfast were perfect. We would definitely stay here again.

William · 2025-04-10

Good to know

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the guesthouse prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

›Pets

Service animals not allowed

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

›Guest type

Essential workers only - NO

›Accessibility

No elevators

›Children and extra beds

Children not allowed

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

›Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available