Located in Riebeek-Kasteel, The Royal Hotel is housed in a historic, colonial-style building and offers accommodations with air conditioning. It features a lush garden with views of the valley and an outdoor pool with a terrace.
The bright, airy rooms at The Royal are fitted with under-floor heating and modern furnishings. Plush beds with white linens are offered in all rooms. Each room has an private bathroom with a bath and a shower.
Local cuisine is served in the contemporary restaurant or outdoors on the terrace. Guests can enjoy refreshing drinks at the colonial bar or the pool bar.
Massage treatments are available in the privacy of the guest’s room or in the gazebo in the garden. The Royal Hotel also offers free WiFi and free parking on site.
The surrounding area is well-known for its olives and wine, and popular festivals such as the Riebeek Valley Olive Festival. Cape Town International Airport is 64 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“A Charming Stay at One of South Africa’s Oldest Hotels!
My wife and I spent only one night at the Royal Hotel in Riebeek-Kasteel, and it was an unforgettable experience. Nestled in one of South Africa’s oldest towns, this historic hotel exudes...”
Neil
United States
“The King suite is excellent and amazing value when you look at the options in surrounding areas. The staff are super friendly. Complete escapizum and relaxing. Great food and gin drinks. Sit and read a book anywhere in the hotel and it just works.”
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Inge
United States
“Very friendly staff! Beautifully decorated and walking distance from shops and restaurants.”
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Andrew
South Africa
“Scenery is breath-taking. Privacy excellent. Food was delicious”
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Ursula
South Africa
“Beautiful, historic building with stunning location looking over green fields and vineyards.”
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Keith
South Africa
“Lovely hotel excellent food wonderful staff. Nice big room very comfortable”
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Andre
United Arab Emirates
“Lovely old hotel in the heart of the village close to all the shops and restaurants. Friendly staff and great breakfast.”
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Ilse
South Africa
“Excellent service in the hotel - such lovely, friendly staff! Just a great stay overall. The hotel is gorgeous and the setting just perfect. Would love to stay again.”
Melanie
South Africa
“The breakfast was excellent. We also had lunch and dinner and compliments to the chef. The kingklip was the best we have ever had!
Beautiful view from our apartment. We will definitely be back.”
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Nicholas
United Kingdom
“The hotel is a beautiful, colonial style building and the location in the centre of town is great. There are lots of little bistros/bars nearby, but it's still very peaceful. Opposite the hotel is a wine bar called The Co Op, which did a great...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
The Royal Restaurant
Cuisine
European • South African
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambience
Traditional
House rules
The Royal Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 4 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Royal Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.
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