Grande Roche Hotel

Grande Roche Highlights

Excellent boutique wine farms
Franschhoek, Stellensbosch and Paarl wine routes
Galleries, boutiques and art shops
Visit some of the cheese makers of the valley
Visit historical sites

Grande Roche Information

Lodge type; Luxury Hotel
Location; Paarl
Lodge size; 34 rooms
Recommended stay; 2-5 nights

Introduction

Today Grande Roche is a celebrated international hotel, famous for its exquisite location in the heart of the beautiful Cape Winelands as well as for its luxurious, cosmopolitan accommodation, award-winning cuisine and matchless service and hospitality.

Without question; one of our preferred hotel options when staying in the Cape Winelands. Simply stunning.

Rooms and Suites

The immaculately restored Cape Dutch homestead at Grande Roche dates back to the 18th century and offers guests a variety of luxurious accommodations which include 29 luxury suites and five executive rooms.

Each of Paarl Luxury Hotel accommodations has been lavishly designed and decorated for the comfort and pampering of guests.

The staff ensure that everyone who visits Grande Roche leaves with special memories of this unique estate escape - the treasure of the Cape Winelands.

All rooms offer;

Flowers, fruits and mineral water on arrival
Individually controlled air-conditioning
Under-floor heating
Digital telephones
Satellite television (suites have TV's & DVD's in the lounges and TV's in the bedrooms)
An electronic safe for valuables
A mini bar fridge
Tea/coffee making facilities
Hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and umbrellas
Molton Brown amenities in the bathrooms
Internet access via the telephone line

Cuisine and Wine

The recently renovated manor house at Grande Roche Hotel is the heart of the hotel and home to the award-winning Bosman's Restaurant. A fusion of imaginative and innovative epicurean delights will tantalise the most discerning of palates.

Bosman's is a 70-seater restaurant with a terrace and patio seating 60 in fine weather. It is open seven days a week. For groups of eight or more, the Banqueting department will help to choose a menu to suit the guest and the occasion. Dress code for the restaurant is smart - no "Jacket & Tie" requirement.

There is wheelchair access throughout as well as designated parking bays.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Fine dining restaurant
Gym and fitness centre
Swimming pools
Stunning gardens
Tennis courts
Wedding Chapel
Helipad
Conference/ wedding facilities
Babysitting
WiFi

Nearby Activities

Surrounding wine estates
Restaurants in and around Paarl
Hikes and mountain biking
Day trips
Numerous self-drive options
Shopping in Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch

Family Friendly

Families with children of all ages are more than welcome.

Spa and Wellness

The Grande Roche Health Centre is the perfect place for indulgent pampering! The peaceful setting and beautiful surroundings ensuring that you can relax, de-stress and experience a transcendent feeling of well-being. The Health Care Centre offers guests gym and massage facilities as well as an outdoor heated swimming pool, sauna and steam room.

The Massage Suite; the professional in-house masseur is available from Monday to Friday between 08h00 and 17h00. Massages and body treatments on Saturdays and Sundays, or on Public holidays are available by prior arrangement.

10 best things about Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa is a vibrant and beautiful city that offers something for everyone.

From its stunning beaches to its majestic Table Mountain, from its world-famous Constantia vineyards to the stunning Kirstenbosch Garden, Robben Island and a great number of 5-star restaurants on offer - Cape Town truly is an unforgettable destination.

Here are 10 of the best things about this incredible city that make it such a fantastic place to visit or live in.
10 best things about Cape Town
Mount Nelson Hotel In Cape Town

The Mount Nelson Hotel in Cape Town is a luxurious 5-star resort known for its stately entrance, magnificent views of Table Mountain, and nine acres of landscaped gardens.

Recently the hotel has completed a winter refurbishment program that includes enhancements to the façade and bathrooms, as well as light refurbishments to all remaining luxury rooms and suites.

Guests can enjoy activities such as garden walks with the hotel horticulturalists, indulging in morning or afternoon tea on the terrace, or meeting up with friends at Planet Champagne Bar.
Mount Nelson Hotel In Cape Town
Horse Riding in Cape Town

Experience an unforgettable adventure and explore the beauty of Cape Town by horseback.

Just a short drive from the centre of town, you will find Noordhoek – a sleepy community known for its stunning beach that stretches for over eight kilometres and is bordered by wetlands, Chapmans Peak and Kommetjie lighthouse.

Sleepy Hollow Horse Riding offers outrides on this beach where you can ride through dunes, trot across pools of water and even visit the skeletal remains of an old steamship wreck!
Horse Riding in Cape Town
Cape Town Kite Festival

The 19th annual Cape Town Kite Festival was held at the beginning of November in Muizenberg, bringing together over 20,000 people for a two-day event.

The festival featured stunt kiting exhibitions, Japanese-inspired Rokkaku kite battles, and a Heritage Kite Competition that encouraged children to build South African swallow or bat-style kites from scratch.

In addition to the fun activities on offer, the festival also supports Cape Mental Health charity and provides an opportunity for local businesses and visitors alike to experience the beauty of Cape Town and Muizenberg.
Cape Town Kite Festival
Shark Cage Diving Cape Town

Experience the majesty of one of nature's most magnificent creatures with shark cage diving in Cape Town. With "Shark Diving", you can get up close and personal with great white sharks as they swim around the boat looking for bait.

Whether you want to dive yourself or just observe from the deck, this thrilling activity offers a unique opportunity to appreciate these powerful animals in their natural habitat.

You will also learn more about how humans are affecting their environment and why conservation efforts are essential for protecting them.
Shark Cage Diving Cape Town
Helicopter Flight over Cape Town

Experience the beauty of Cape Town from a whole new perspective with an amazing Helicopter Flight over the city!

Get ready to take off and explore the stunning coastline, Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach and more - all while taking in spectacular views that can only be seen from above.

Soar through the skies on a 12-13 minute flight or opt for one of the longer flights available to Hout Bay, Cape Point or even out to the Cape Winelands.
Helicopter Flight over Cape Town
Constantia Winelands, What to Do?

Escape from the hustle of Cape Town and immerse yourself in South Africa's famous wine culture by visiting Constantia Valley - only a quick journey away!

For centuries, Constantia Valley has been the home of some of South Africa's oldest and most renowned vineyards and wine farms.

Among these renowned wineries are Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Constantia Uitsig and Buitenverwachting – each with its own unparalleled atmosphere and exquisite wines.
Constantia Winelands, What to Do?
Climbing Table Mountain

Table Mountain is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cape Town, and with the Aerial Cableway closed for a few weeks, now is the perfect time to explore its many paths.

A hike up Skeleton Gorge provides an opportunity to experience nature's beauty while gathering breathtaking views along the way.

With record numbers of visitors coming to Cape Town due to its designation as World Design Capital 2014, and inclusion as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, it is no wonder why this city has been gaining so much attention.
Climbing Table Mountain