Houw Hoek Hotel

The Houw Hoek Hotel is a child-friendly establishment situated in the heart of the Kogelberg Nature Reserve, approximately 80 kilometers from Cape Town, off the N2 freeway. It is peacefully positioned in an exquisite location, between majestic mountains and beautiful ponds, creating a perfect place for relaxation and unwinding. Most of the hotel's rooms feature private balconies with magnificent views and fireplaces for cozy winter evenings.

The hotel offers five air-conditioned conference facilities and is renowned as a romantic wedding venue due to its picturesque setting. It features a wellness spa with a sauna, steam room, and a range of treatments, including massages, full-body wraps, and more. The Houw Hoek Hotel has 81 beautifully appointed rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, comprising double rooms, family rooms, and rooms with inter-leading doors.

The rooms are well-equipped with amenities such as private balconies with stunning mountain views, hotel bouquet 20-channel DStv, minibars, tea and coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms feature fireplaces, underfloor heating, and air conditioning. A buffet breakfast is included in the room price. The hotel's restaurant serves u00e0 la carte or buffet breakfasts, relaxed lunches, and delicious dinners daily, with the modern Loggia offering a delightful dining experience accompanied by sweeping views of nature.

Guests can enjoy drinks or appetizing meals on the terraces, taking in the panoramic views of the majestic mountains and beautiful ponds. On Saturdays, the hotel hosts its famous Dinner Dance in the Barn. Additionally, there are two games rooms for adults and children, the Stagecoach Bar (the oldest licensed bar in South Africa), and various outdoor activities, including two refreshing swimming pools. The veranda and rolling lawns showcase breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and ponds.

Built in 1779, the Houw Hoek Hotel is the oldest licensed hotel in South Africa and has won two Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards: The Best Scenic Environment Hotel in South Africa and The Best Historical Hotel in South Africa. The hotel offers a variety of activities, including two refreshing swimming pools, two games rooms, and a host of outdoor pursuits. It promises five-star treatment and outstanding service, ensuring a magnificent stay surrounded by natural beauty, making it a photographer's paradise.

The hotel's rolling lawns and large ponds create a romantic setting, making it an ideal wedding venue with various options tailored to suit different requirements and budgets. The relaxation spa immerses guests in serenity with panoramic views of nature, offering a range of treatments, including massages, wraps, manicures, and more, complemented by facilities such as a sauna, steam room, and heated indoor pool with a relaxation area.

Steeped in a history of romance, the Houw Hoek Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in South Africa and a popular wedding venue where many couples have chosen to get engaged. Many rooms have one or two additional single beds, ideal for small families. Outdoor activities include putt-putt and volleyball on the rolling lawns, while indoors, there is a games room with table tennis, foosball, a pool table, and video games. Some rooms feature interleading bedrooms with a double bed and two single beds for children under 16, all equipped with en-suite bathrooms, 20-channel DStv, and free Wi-Fi, with most rooms having fireplaces and balconies.