Life & Leisure Communal-Living
18 Van Riebeeck Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Very authentic and South African 😊 The location is perfect if you need to be c…”
“The location was central, breakfast was amazing, the venue modern and well kept”
“The staff were amazing and very accommodating”
“Margi is such a caring and professional host”
“Their welcome tasteful laid out goodies in the dining area and in the room makes…”
“We loved how comfortable it was, and the location was perfect”
“Breakfast was good and plentiful”
“The breakfast was great”
“I valued the swift communication and willingness to make me feel comfortable”
“Good value for central Stellenbosch”
“Margie is a welcoming host and her house is quiet and comfortable yet within eas…”
“On-site parking”
Overview
Life & Leisure Communal-Living offers accommodation in the historic and central par of Stellenbosch, within walking distance to restaurants,shops and bars. The Village Museum is a 5-minute walk away. Life & Leisure Communal-Living's rooms are individually decorated and combine contemporary design with elegant touches, colors and modern comfort. All rooms offer air conditioning, satellite TV, a minibar, toaster, microwave and tea-and-coffee making facilities. The University of Stellenbosch is 500 metres away and bicycle rental can also be arranged. Other facilities include a conference venue and a swimming pool, as well as 2 lounge areas and a bar. Cape Town International Airport is 35 km away, and an airport shuttle service is also available for a surcharge.
Traveller reviews
Nicole
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
“Amazing stay, will definitely be going back to stay when I come back to South Africa!”
The staff were amazing and very accommodating! The property is very clean and spacious!
Andiswa
solo_traveller
June 2, 2026
“My stay was short, sweet and homely. Also a walking distance to the town.”
I like the fact that there was fire in the lounge because on the day I arrived it was rainy and cold. Their welcome tasteful laid out goodies in the dining area and in the room makes feel cared for.
Johann
couple
May 16, 2026
“Fantastic!”
Very welcoming
Andries
couple
May 11, 2026
“Very comfortable, friendly and kind staff.”
An excellent venue I certainly will book the venue again. There is great facilities and would have enjoyed using them. Time did not permit us to do so
Mariam
solo_traveller
April 29, 2026
“Fantastic stay”
Margi is such a caring and professional host. I valued the swift communication and willingness to make me feel comfortable. The bidet sprayer in the bathroom was appreciated, and the little (and efficient) kitchenette in the room was fantastic. There is limited halaal food in Stellenbosch so the kitchenette was very useful. The welcome treats in the form of sweeties and Nik Naks was a lovely touch! Very authentic and South African 😊 The location is perfect if you need to be close to the Stellenbosch University buildings.
McKay
solo_traveller
April 21, 2026
“The stay was very pleasant. I will certainly go back.”
The location was central, breakfast was amazing, the venue modern and well kept. The owner Margie and her team are so accommodating. I loved their biscuits available to all guest at no coast.
Christel
couple
April 20, 2026
“You have to go here when visiting Stellenbosch!”
Amazing staff! Super nice guest house!! Location perfect! It was such a lovely place!!
justine
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
We loved how comfortable it was, and the location was perfect.
Lightfoot
solo_traveller
April 15, 2026
“Wonderful stay here”
This guesthouse is perfect! It’s completely comfortable and in a great location. Strongly recommend.
Robert
solo_traveller
April 15, 2026
“A quiet and comfortable place to stay with private parking, all within a short walk of the centre”
Margie is a welcoming host and her house is quiet and comfortable yet within easy walking distance of the centre and with the bonus of private off road parking. Breakfast was good and plentiful.
Henri
couple
April 12, 2026
“Amazing”
Everything! Our host, Margie, made sure that we felt right at home. The location is perfect, walking distance from everything. The breakfast was great. It felt like home away from home.
Judy
extended_group
March 30, 2026
“Our rooms were beautifully designed, offering a modern yet cozy atmosphere that made it easy to relax. The location was”
Welcoming host and staff. Delicious apple tart! Perfect location.
Pablo2525
couple
March 21, 2026
Close to centre of Stellenbosch but without too much traffic side-effects. On-site parking. Extensive breakfast. Spacious room with kitchenette (which we did not use). Refregirator in room + smart TV.
Bronwen
couple
March 16, 2026
“Centrally located and convenient”
Very comfortable beds and big room. Very good staff. The host is very friendly and goes out of her way to make sure you are happy and accommodate requests. Great to have a pool in summer heat. Good value for central Stellenbosch.
kristin
solo_traveller
March 14, 2026
“Great stay in center of stellenbosch ! Excellent b&b”
Clean , well situated, extremely welcoming
Emmarentia
couple
March 9, 2026
“The best guest house so near to the buzz!”
The apartment had more than we ever had even at the most luxurious hotels we stayed in. Iron, iron table, hairdryer ect. ect. Sitting room beautiful, comfortable, lovely background music. Breakfast area so nice and the food looked delicious. So much extras in glass jars, coffee cookies, marshmallows. Too much to compliment the owner on. A lovely place to stay in Stellenbosch for sure.
john
solo_traveller
March 4, 2026
Everything
Hendrina
solo_traveller
March 2, 2026
“This was a comfortable, exceptionally well positioned stay. People very friendly!”
Breakfast was exceptional. Priced at R250. My room was massive with a kitchenette counter, couch and private stoep area. Staff super friendly.
Jade
couple
February 23, 2026
“Beautiful house, excellent staff and great location”
The location, the staff and how hospital the host is.
John
couple
February 18, 2026
“A fantastic place.”
The staff are wonderful. The location is great and the attention to detail marvellous. Secure parking and a 5 minute walk to excellent restaurants.
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Massage, Karaoke, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Horse riding, Nightclub/DJ, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Make up services, Hair treatments, Manicure, Pedicure, Hair cut, Hair colouring, Body treatments, Light therapy, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Temporary art galleries, Pub crawls, Walking tours, Bike tours, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Bingo
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, 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, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end, Pool cover, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shuttle service, Shared lounge/TV area, Grocery deliveries, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Express check-in/check-out, Business centre, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Ironing service, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Airport shuttle, Concierge service, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Packed lunches
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Superior Queen Room
In the well-equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior Queen Room
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The well-equipped kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as garden views.
Superior Queen Room
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. In the kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. In the well-equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The air-conditioned twin/double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as mountain views.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. In the kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as mountain views.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. In the well-equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as pool views.
Luxury Twin Room
The fully equipped kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious twin room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.
Standard Twin Room
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that is equipped with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The spacious air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as garden views.
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