Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments

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Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Exterior
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Luxury Villa | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View | Mountain view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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17 Van Riebeeck Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7600
  • Place, Stellenbosch University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorp Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stellenbosch Town Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Loft

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Honeymoon Studio, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Villa

  • Garden view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments

An outdoor pool, spa services and concierge services are available at this smoke-free guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities and a library are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the guest house include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and manicures and pedicures.
During your stay at Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments , you're just a quick walk from University of Stellenbosch Botanical Garden. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Steps from University of Stellenbosch Botanical Garden and Stellenbosch University
As a guest of Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments , you'll find an outdoor pool, spa services, and a library. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments . Self parking is free.

This 4-star Stellenbosch guest house is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 180 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 180.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bonne Esperance
Bonne Esperance Guest House
Bonne Esperance Guest House Stellenbosch
Bonne Esperance Stellenbosch
Esperance Guest House
Bonne Esperance Hotel Stellenbosch
Bonne Esperance Guest House Guesthouse Stellenbosch
Bonne Esperance Guest House Guesthouse
Bonne Esperance House house
Bonne Esperance Guest House
Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House
Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House Studio Apartments

Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House and Studio Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 219 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. It's in good condition but an older hotel. Our room and bed were very nice. Breakfast had lots of options, good but not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful guesthouse in the historic part of town. Walkable to restaurants and university. Had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible 3 night stay. Everything from checking in, help with wine tours, the cleanliness, the wonderful breakfast were perfect. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great location and very friendly/helpful people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian d von

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed for five days in connection with a conference. I ordered the smallest room, which was plenty of space for one. Amazing breakfast by order. On site Café. Good location, walking distance from the center of Stellenbosch
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a good hotel in the midst of Stellenbosch, with helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property and well located. Staff very helpful and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merritt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect end to our trip !

My husband and i were blown away by this beautiful property and Carmen and Michelle treated us like royalty! The location is perfect to walk around and the breakfast omlette was to die for .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couldn’t recommend this hotel highly enough

Had an amazing stay in Stellenbosch at the Bonne Esperance hotel. Enjoyed every aspect and will definitely be returning to this same hotel again. Service and food were amazing, location is excellent and the general decor is beautiful. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have a very happy time there, and enjoyed the wonderfull garden
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay, friendly staff, delicious breakfast. Made Stellenbosch even more of a dream.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Spot! Highly Recommend

Super cute and charming. Updated bathrooms and rooms. Awesome location, you can walk to restaurants/bars in town. Friendly and accommodating staff. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donovan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely setting close to Stellenbosch town centre. Anna on the front desk in particular was brilliant with her recommendations
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time there, really loved the guesthouse! Great breakfast. Many thanks to Carmen for organizing the winery tour for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place a total gem. The rooms are so cool and all details thought out!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book this! Amazing stay

Everything was wonderful! I would love to stay much longer! What find, location breakfast, top staff = 10 stars I've traveled 75 nights this year, know gem when I find one
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Amazing stay, you won’t be disappointed from the moment we arrived we felt so looked after. Not really a guest house more like a 5* bijou hotel. Fabulous location,and breakfast was outstanding, matches London hotels for sure! Thank you Carmen and your amazing staff, we will be back God willing 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was Special, staff is absolutely brillant, helpful and nice. Breakfast is Amazing. We would Love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The service was sensational, the breakfast was delicious, the location was perfect and the room was very comfortable. I recommend it to everyone!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yavini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great visit

Great place. Stayed for a night while attending a meeting. Central location. Clean comfortable room and bathroom. Friendly staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Guest House with the best breakfast.

The breakfast was the best I had in my life. Very kind service, the beds were a bit too hard for my taste. It would be nice to be able to get a softer mattress. If we are going to stay in Stellenbosch again, we will definitely choose to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff could not have been more helpful. Convenient - a few minutes walk - to several good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023