Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House
Corner of Neethling and Van Riebeeck Street
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Why people book this hotel
“love the location”
“Location was perfect, staff were both professional and empathic, and the place w…”
“Very helpful staff, lovely room, good poolside area, close to town centre”
“Staff were so friendly and accommodating”
“The room itself was in the top 10% of rooms I've received”
“Beautiful hotel with good sized rooms and very comfortable beds”
“Great breakfast”
“Delicious breakfast”
“checked in to find towels on bed and hang drunk water next to bed and empty shop…”
“The room was so homely, clean, comfy bed”
“Lovely little pool”
Overview
The Bonne Esperance is located in a Victorian guest house, 7-minutes walk from the University of Stellenbosch. It has free WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool and a wrap-around veranda. Rooms at the Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House are spacious and come equipped with air conditioning, bathroom amenities and satellite TV. Guests can take a walk through the hotel’s landscaped garden or relax in the lounge. Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House is 5 km away from Stellenbosch Golf Club and a 10-minute drive from several wine estates. The Jan Marais Nature Reserve is a 10-minute walk away.
Traveller reviews
Trudie
couple
May 28, 2026
“loved every minute”
love the location
Fiona
couple
May 13, 2026
“Beautiful spot in Stellenbosch with wonderful team on site!”
Location was perfect, staff were both professional and empathic, and the place was very charming.
Jo-anne
couple
May 10, 2026
“Beautiful venue and easy to walk into town”
Zihui
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
“Great property. Clean. Lovely staff. Good location!”
Well decorated. Good location.
Megan
extended_group
April 21, 2026
“felt nauseas at prospect of staying in a hotel that room had not been checked and coukd have slept in somebody rises dir”
checked in to find towels on bed and hang drunk water next to bed and empty shopping bags in the room the room had clearly not been cleaned
Kevin
couple
April 2, 2026
“Comfortable, great location and helpful staff”
Very helpful staff, lovely room, good poolside area, close to town centre
Katie
solo_traveller
March 29, 2026
“10/10 - what a stunning place”
Staff were so friendly and accommodating. The room was so homely, clean, comfy bed. Nice coffee, tea and biscuits. Beautiful flowers and garden wow. Great breakfast. Can’t recommend it enough.
Philip
extended_group
March 24, 2026
The location is perfect. Walking distance to shops and other facilities. The breakfast was great value for money. The room itself was in the top 10% of rooms I've received. Spacious, clean and comfortable.
Liat B
couple
March 23, 2026
Really lovely, well appointed studio. Lovely little pool. Delicious breakfast!
Carrie
couple
March 23, 2026
“Excellent boutique hotel very close to the centre”
Beautiful hotel with good sized rooms and very comfortable beds. Excellent location close to the centre but still quiet. Hotel teams were all very helpful and attentive.
Jonathan
couple
March 20, 2026
Great location
Anish
solo_traveller
March 19, 2026
The breakfast options were very tasty, got to try a different option every day!
Amy
couple
March 13, 2026
Lovely staff, room spacious, good location!
Eudine
couple
March 13, 2026
Loved that it was quaint and the gardens are beautiful and well taken care of. The staff were exceptional and especially the receptionist Carmen who was so helpful and friendly. Breakfasts were amazing and the bedroom was so comfortable. We would definitely come back.
nicola
extended_group
March 8, 2026
“Lovely stay with good room and breakfast”
Location and helpful staff
Janet
couple
March 7, 2026
Requested Twin beds because I was sharing the room with a friend. Instead of a King bed and arrived to a King Bed
Elia
couple
March 5, 2026
This place is just perfect. So beautiful. Wonderful staff, gorgeous room, excellent breakfast. Don't think twice, if in Stellenbosch this is the place to stay
Helena
couple
March 3, 2026
“Lekka”
Big variety of food for breakfast. Location was very good. Park your car and walk where you want to be.
Patrick
solo_traveller
February 27, 2026
“Very high standard hotel on quiet location with superb breakfast!”
Great hotel just one block to all restaurants and shops. Rooms small but very tastefull decorated. High quality in everything. Quiet and peaceful with beautiful gardens. An amazing breakfast is served, great choice of platters!
Stuart
couple
February 25, 2026
“Lovely boutique hotel with a chilled atmosphere and an ideal location for a stroll into centre”
Perfect location and very friendly staff
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Massage, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Manicure, Pedicure, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Full body massage, Temporary art galleries, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool (all year)
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Plunge pool, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shuttle service, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Shuttle service (additional charge), Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
One Bedroom Apartment with Terrace
Situated in a separate house, 50 meters away from the guest house, this self-catering apartment features a living area and kitchen. It offers a sofa bed and en suite bathroom with shower.
Family Room
Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This family room has air conditioning, a minibar, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as wine/champagne for guests.
Classic Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has air conditioning, a minibar, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Loft
This guest room is in the loft. Please note no extra beds are available in this room.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
This twin/double room features a balcony or patio, pool view and electric kettle.
Honeymoon Suite
Situated in a separate house, 50 meters away from the guest house, this self-catering Honeymoon Suite features a kitchenette with microwave.This is a romantic room with a four poster bed and fireplace, the private bathroom has a Victorian bath and crystal chandelier.
Studio Apartment
Situated in a separate house, 50 meters away from the guest house, this self-catering studio apartment features a kitchenette with microwave and en suite bathroom with shower.
Budget Single Room
Functional room with a small bathroom with shower. No extra beds are available in this room. Please note that these rooms are located next to communal or parking areas which may cause noise disturbances.
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