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9.2 / 10 Guest Rating

Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments

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

Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments - main view

About the Property

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!

Facilities & Amenities

Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Library

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

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.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9.2
Exceptional80 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the helpful staff and frequently praise the great breakfast options.

Categories

Cleanliness8.6
Service9.6
Location9.6
Room Quality9.1
Amenities9.1
Value for Money9.1
Food and Beverage9.1
Overall Experience9.3

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Eleanor
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 26, 2025

"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.

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Christian
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 16, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

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

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Verified traveler
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in May 17, 2025

"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.

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miranda
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in May 17, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

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

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Merritt
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 18, 2025

"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 .

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William
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 10, 2025

"Exceptional"

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.

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Matthew
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 24, 2025

"Couldn’t recommend this hotel highly enough"

10.0

Had an amazing stay in Stellenbosch at the Bonne Esperance hotel. Enjoyed every aspect and will definitely be returning to this same hotel again. Service and food were amazing, location is excellent and the general decor is beautiful. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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Lorraine
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 13, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Amazing stay, you won’t be disappointed from the moment we arrived we felt so looked after. Not really a guest house more like a 5* bijou hotel. Fabulous location,and breakfast was outstanding, matches London hotels for sure! Thank you Carmen and your amazing staff, we will be back God willing 🙏

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Ben
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 28, 2024

"Exceptional"

10.0

This place is absolutely stunning! From the moment we arrived and were greeted by the owners, we were made to feel at home. The grounds are spectacular, the room well equipped, immaculately clean and the staff all amazing. The breakfast is fabulous, with freshly made omelettes, fruit, cereals, toast and meats and cheeses. I highly recommend this place and we hope to come back some day!

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raghbir
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 21, 2024

"Excellent"

8.0

Good parking. Easy to walk to The centre and road access to all wineries. Beautiful kept garden. Reminder to book the good restaurants and wineries, since they can be fully booked. Our R, 5 does need refurbishing. It's clean and the bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was fine, the gluten free bread was heavy, need to also offer plain white gluten free bread

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