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Cellars - Hohenort
Cape Town, South Africa
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Personal Impression
A wonderful place to stay a little out in the country located in the
beautiful Constantia Valley about 15 minutes from Cape Town. This
is a 5 star Relais & Chateaux property and part of the “Collection”.
It is an 18th Century Klaasenbosch wine estate and country
house that has been lovingly restored to its present delightful
condition.
A warm and welcoming place with some of the most
incredible gardens I have ever seen and an outstanding restaurant.
If you like a historic and charming place to stay and enjoy hotels
that are older and have character this is a good choice.
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pictures that cannot do these gardens justice. They are
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Location of the hotel
From Cape Town it takes about 10-15
minutes by car. The setting in the vineyards is delightful and the
gardens are truly spectacular. This area is full of vineyards and is
lush, green and quiet. The hotel is very close to the famous
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
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Transport can be arranged through the hotel and car hire and
assistance is available.
AccommodationsAccommodations
There around 50 rooms in the complex mostly air conditioned from
suitioned from
suites to single rooms. Every room has a slightly different décor and
layout. Our room had a separate small lounge, nice sized bedroom
and very updated bathroom. The hotel is full of
antiques and also has some contemporary touches. .The hotel also has a
swimming pool.
Internet access
The hotel has a guest computer and offers free internet access.
Dining and wines
Ah the food. I did not realize when I ate here how famous and well
respected the Greenhouse restaurant has become. The food was
delicious, fresh, perfectly prepared and with excellent service.
There is one table for eight in the corner that is floor to ceiling
glass on two sides overlooking the English country garden. I have
promised myself to return with friends and dine in this remarkable
restaurant. They also have another restaurant called The Cape Malay
that features a set menu with an Asian influence. Breakfast was also
a treat here eating outside watching the squirrels play on the lawn
a truly relaxing beginning to the day.
Spa
The hotel has the Spa Carchele and it
is nestled in the beautiful gardens. A variety of treatments are
available and they also have a hair salon.
Summary
This is a unique hotel, set in
vineyards and lovingly restored. The rooms are comfortable, and well
sized. Food is remarkable and the setting is perfect.
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