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Life & Leisure Communal-Living

Guest house

18 Van Riebeeck Street

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
11 mentions

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

Friendly staff
10 mentions

The staff were amazing and very accommodating

Margi is such a caring and professional host

Comfortable rooms
10 mentions

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 available
6 mentions

Breakfast was good and plentiful

The breakfast was great

Good value
3 mentions

I valued the swift communication and willingness to make me feel comfortable

Good value for central Stellenbosch

Parking available
3 mentions

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

N

Nicole

solo_traveller

June 5, 2026

10

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!

A

Andiswa

solo_traveller

June 2, 2026

9

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.

J

Johann

couple

May 16, 2026

10

Fantastic!

Very welcoming

A

Andries

couple

May 11, 2026

9

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

M

Mariam

solo_traveller

April 29, 2026

9

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.

M

McKay

solo_traveller

April 21, 2026

10

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.

C

Christel

couple

April 20, 2026

10

You have to go here when visiting Stellenbosch!

Amazing staff! Super nice guest house!! Location perfect! It was such a lovely place!!

J

justine

solo_traveller

April 19, 2026

10

We loved how comfortable it was, and the location was perfect.

L

Lightfoot

solo_traveller

April 15, 2026

10

Wonderful stay here

This guesthouse is perfect! It’s completely comfortable and in a great location. Strongly recommend.

R

Robert

solo_traveller

April 15, 2026

8

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.

H

Henri

couple

April 12, 2026

10

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.

J

Judy

extended_group

March 30, 2026

8

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.

P

Pablo2525

couple

March 21, 2026

9

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.

B

Bronwen

couple

March 16, 2026

9

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.

K

kristin

solo_traveller

March 14, 2026

10

Great stay in center of stellenbosch ! Excellent b&b

Clean , well situated, extremely welcoming

E

Emmarentia

couple

March 9, 2026

10

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.

J

john

solo_traveller

March 4, 2026

10

Everything

H

Hendrina

solo_traveller

March 2, 2026

9

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.

J

Jade

couple

February 23, 2026

9

Beautiful house, excellent staff and great location

The location, the staff and how hospital the host is.

J

John

couple

February 18, 2026

10

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.

Max 2 guests 22 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 26 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 27 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 24 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 26 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 32 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 26 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printA surcharge of 350R applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:35 AM

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