The Best Accommodation Specials in the Cape Right Now

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Treat yourself to a stay at some of the most iconic properties.

With more than 20 nominations in various categories at the 2023 World Travel Awards, Cape Town continues to spark travellers’ dreams. (The Telegraph UK ranked it as the Greatest City on Earth in 2023.) In fact, the entire Western Cape is pretty spectacular, offering towering mountains, plunging valleys, dramatic coastlines and magnificent fynbos-dotted landscapes.

Where better to experience the Cape’s peerless majesty than from a stunning bolthole? We’ve rounded up some of our favourite places to stay – from city landmarks to Winelands charmers and wilderness escapes – whose fabulous deals mean you needn’t hop on a plane to experience a postcard-worthy holiday.

Do you know of any properties offering great deals? We and our readers would love to know about them. Email us: hello@insideguide.co.za

Disclaimer: All specials and room choices subject to availability.

Accommodation specials in Cape Town

One&Only Cape Town
Steenberg Hotel & Spa
The Alphen
The Marly
Tintswalo Boulders

Accommodation specials out of Cape Town

Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House
Kalmoesfontein
La Châtaigne
La Petite Ferme
Le Grand Jardin
Retreat Guest Farm
The Marine Hermanus
Tsala Treetop Lodge

One&Only Cape Town

Accommodation Specials One&Only Cape Town
One&Only Cape Town Special Bathroom

Where V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
The special One Escape
Cost From R9 750 per room per night
When Ongoing
The details This exceptional offer is exclusive to South African residents, so bring your ID to check-in. It includes daily breakfast and access to all of the resort’s luxurious facilities, including the Spa, Fitness Centre and Kids Club. Minimum stay of 3 or 4 nights, depending on the dates.
About One&Only’s name pretty much says it all: there really is nothing quite like this luxury resort in the heart of the V&A Waterfront. Framed by Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain and overlooking the marina, One&Only Cape Town offers not just unprecedented luxury, but also an authentic urban escape surrounded by private waterways just a short drive from both the bustling city centre and some of the area’s best beaches. From a private spa island to world-class dining experiences and the largest rooms and suites in the city, this hotel has everything you need – and much more.
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Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House

Accommodation Specials Bonne Esperance
Bonne Esperance Special Bedroom
Bonne Esperance Special Swimming Pool

Where Stellenbosch
The special Stellenbosch Chocoholic Experience
Cost R5 795 for two guests for two nights, or R4 345 for one guest for two nights
When Until 30 September 2024
The details Love artisan chocolate? Look no further for an indulgent chocolate experience in the Stellenbosch winelands. This special package includes:

  • 2 consecutive night’s accommodation in a Deluxe Room with balcony or patio
  • a welcome package in your room, with bottle of MCC and artisan chocolate tumbles from local chocolatiers Winston and Julia
  • hospitality tray with tea, coffee (Nespresso), hot chocolate and homemade biscuits in your room
  • delicious breakfast in the breakfast room or on the verandah, with a dessert of mini-croissants and chocolate spread
  • voucher for a Chocolate and Wine Tasting at Lanzerac Wine Estate for two
  • voucher for a Chocolate and Wine Tasting at Spier Wine Estate for two
  • complimentary parking

About Built in 1907, the Victorian villa that’s now Bonne Esperance Guest House retains much of its old-world charm – complete with a wraparound verandah, decorative “broekie lace” and an authentic corner turret – while offering guests every modern luxury in the heart of Stellenbosch. You’ll find yourself on the best corner in town, diagonally opposite the beautiful Botanical Gardens and just five minutes from the centre of town, with its quaint shops and oak-lined streets. There are eight spacious and stylish Deluxe Rooms, all situated in the main house and opening onto the central courtyard and swimming pool.
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Kalmoesfontein

Accommodation Specials Kalmoesfontein
Kalmoesfontein Special
Kalmoesfontein Special Bedroom

Where Swartland
The special Winter Midweek Special
Cost Silo: R2 040 per night (sleeps 2)
Melkkamer: R2 210 per night (sleeps 2)
Winemaker’s Cottage: R3 570 (sleeps 4)
Stables: R2 975 per night (sleeps 4)
Koringhuis: R4 420 per night (sleeps 6)
When Until 30 September 2024
The details Stay for two nights midweek (Mon – Thurs) and enjoy a complimentary guided wine tasting and lunch on either Wednesday or Friday. Lunch will be served on the stoep (if the sun is shining), or by the fire inside the Old House’s kitchen.

The special Weekend Pay-Stay Special
Cost Silo: R4 800 for 3 nights (sleeps 2)
Melkkamer: R5 200 for 3 nights (sleeps 2)
Winemaker’s Cottage: R8 400 for 3 nights (sleeps 4)
Stables: R7 000 for 3 nights (sleeps 4)
Koringhuis: R10 200 for 3 nights (sleeps 6)
When Until 30 September 2024
The details Stay three nights over a weekend (including Friday and Saturday) and you’ll only pay for two.
About Kalmoesfontein is the Paardeberg farm of legendary Swartland winemaker, Adi Badenhorst. The self-catering cottages are clean and uncluttered, with a predominantly white palette, polished screed floors, simple antique pieces and lots of high-quality luxuries. Each cottage is unique – some have hot tubs, all have pools – and you’ll find plenty of ways to enjoy your stay, from reading with a glass of red wine by the fire to walking in the vineyards and fynbos fields.
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La Châtaigne

Accommodation Specials La Chataigne
La Châtaigne Special Kitchen

Where Franschhoek
The special Winter Discount
Cost From R2 500 per night for two-bedroom riverside cottages
From R2 900 per night for luxury one-bedroom cottages.
When Until 30 September 2024
The details Enjoy special winter rates when you stay in either a luxury one-bedroom cottage or a family-style two-bedroom cottage at La Chataigne (minimum two nights on weekends). Get 30% off all bookings.
About Just 7km from Franschhoek village – with its quaint restaurants and shops, surrounded by majestic mountains and sun-drenched vineyards – lies La Chataigne, a working farm that produces a boutique range of wines. There are two charming riverside cottages (each with two bedrooms) and three luxury one-bedroom cottages, all boasting fireplaces for cold winter nights, open-plan living and kitchen areas, private verandahs and access to either a private or shared swimming pool.
Good to know Children 12 years and under stay free
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La Petite Ferme

Accommodation Specials La Petite Ferme
La Petite Ferme Special Bedroom
La Petite Ferme Special Exterior

Where Franschhoek
The special Winter Warmer Offer (for SA residents only)
Cost From R4 000 per night (special applied)
When Until 30 September 2024
The details As winter cloaks the Franschhoek Valley in serene beauty, South African guests can enjoy a stay at Le Petite Ferme for up to 50% less, along with a complimentary three-course dinner at La Petite Ferme restaurant during your stay.
The special Linger Longer Offer (for international guests)
Cost From R5 400 per night (special applied)
When Until 30 September 2024
The details Celebrate the wonder of the winter season with this exclusive offer for international guests: Stay three nights and get 50% off your third night.
About Situated on the edge of town in a breathtaking hillside setting, La Petite Ferme produces superb small-batch wines. The charming, glass-fronted restaurant serves farm-fresh seasonal dishes, overlooking an expansive lawn dotted with roaming peacocks. But the star of the show is the boutique hotel, with 15 individually decorated, elegant rooms: five beautiful Vineyard Suites (each with their own private pool), five Manor House Suites and five newly launched Winery Suites.
Good to know Your stay includes a tasting of La Petite Ferme’s bespoke wine portfolio.
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Le Grand Jardin

Accommodation Specials Le Grand Jardin
Le Grand Jardin Special Bedroom

Where Stellenbosch
The special The Le Grand Domaine Wine Experience package
Cost From R85 800 for two nights half-board (includes breakfast and dinner daily for up to 12 guests)
When Until 30 September 2024
The details Book a two-night stay (minimum six adults) at the exclusive-use Le Grand Jardin Villa and enjoy an elaborate Le Grand Domaine wine-tasting experience for the duration of your stay at just R1 770 extra per person. The package includes:

  • a blind tasting in a candlelit cellar, followed by a pizza evening
  • a walk through the vineyards to understand the origin of a great wine
  • a barrel-tasting experience with the head winemaker at Le Grand Domaine Wine Cellar
  • cheese and salad platters for lunch
  • a wine-blending competition, followed by a blind tasting
  • dinner and a five-course wine pairing at the Grand Domaine Enoteca
  • a farm-style hangover burger brunch in the glasshouse, or brunch bubbles and a tasting board
  • all meals and wine

About Follow the white rabbit into a hidden, magical wonderland – surrounded by rose bushes, lavender fields and rolling lawns – in the historic town of Stellenbosch. Le Grand Jardin is an exclusive-use Villa that accommodates up to 12 guests in absolute comfort and luxury. With three bedrooms in the Pool Pavilion and three bedrooms in the Manor House, there are plenty of spaces to choose from, not to mention a Victorian glasshouse, a sizable swimming pool, a steam room, a hot tub and even a fairground carousel.
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Retreat Guest Farm

Accommodation Specials Retreat Guest Farm
Retreat Guest Farm Special Bedroom
Retreat Guest Farm Special

Where Piket-Bo-Berg
The special Winter Mountain Getaway Special
Cost Langberg Cottage: R1 800 per night
Somerlus Cottage: R3 600 per night
The Main House: R4 000 per night
When Until 30 September 2024
The details Book two or three nights at Retreat Guest Farm and stay an extra night for free
About Picturesque and pet-friendly, Retreat Guest Farm is the ideal family escape. There are three self-catering options on offer: Langberg Cottage sleeps four and is perfect for a quiet weekend away, Somerlus Cottage sleeps six and suits longer holiday periods, and the tastefully furnished Main House sleeps eight, making it ideal for larger families or groups of friends. From swimming in the nearby dam to hiking, mountain-biking, trail running, bouldering, birding and just playing in the garden, there’s more than enough to keep everyone entertained.
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The Marine Hermanus

Accommodation Specials The Marine Hermanus
The Marine Hermanus Special
The Marine Hermanus Special Bedroom

Where Hermanus
The special The Wellness Escape Package
Cost From R8 000 per night for two people sharing, subject to availability
When Until 30 September 2024
The details This special winter wellness package has everything you need for a thoroughly pampering and restorative treat. Welcoming you with a fresh green juice on arrival, the package includes (per person):

  • a 45-minute back, neck and shoulders Swedish massage
  • a 60-minute body wrap spa treatment (including exfoliation, scalp massage, Vichy shower in the DermaLife capsule)
  • breakfast
  • a three-course dinner (excluding beverages)
  • overnight accommodation

About The champagne air of Hermanus in the cooler months is an invitation to kick back and relax. This town is all about cliff-path walks, wondrous whale-watching and warm hospitality… Add rejuvenating spa treatments and a delightful dinner, followed by a stay at The Marine, and you have all you need to cocoon, rejuvenate and recharge. The iconic hotel’s enviable cliff-hugging location, spa, restaurants and five-star facilities make it a sought-after year-round destination – especially in winter, when you can watch the whales in comfort, whether it’s from your sea view room, the heated saltwater swimming pool, the restaurant or the delightful sun lounge over afternoon tea or sundowners
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Tsala Treetop Lodge

Accommodation Specials Tsala Treetop Lodge
Tsala Treetop Lodge Special
Tsala Treetop Lodge Special Exterior

Where Between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay
The special SA Rates Special
Cost Luxury Suite: From R8 035 per night (low season); from R10 710 per night (High Season)
Luxury Villa (2 Bedroom): From R10 445 per night (low season); from R13 925 per night (High Season)
When Ongoing, excludes peak season (18 December 2024 – 10 January 2025)
The details South African guests can experience the ultimate luxury escape with a huge saving, thanks to the SA resident rates offer of up to 40% off (except in peak season). This offer includes luxury accommodation for two in a Treehouse Suite or Two Bedroom Villa, as well as daily breakfast for two.
About With its idyllic forest setting, inspired architecture and the celebrated temperate climate of the Garden Route, Tsala Treetop Lodge provides the perfect backdrop for a winter retreat. Each luxurious suite and villa is designed for ultimate relaxation, with thoughtful amenities and breathtaking views. Curl up by the fireplace, dine at any of the three onsite restaurants, unwind on your private deck with splash pool or pamper yourself with rejuvenating spa and wellness treatments in the privacy of your private treetop hideaway.
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The Inside Guide has made every effort to ensure that the information in this post was correct at the time of publication. However, we do not assume any liability caused by errors, such as price, cost, time, and location.

Time of publication: 30 May 2024

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3 Responses to “The Best Accommodation Specials in the Cape Right Now”

  1. DAWN VISSER

    your accomodation specials state September 2024 ……….this is an error

    Reply
    • Inside Guide

      Hi Dawn
      The article was published on 30 May 2024; some specials have expired; others are still valid.

      Reply
  2. Daniel sidis

    Excellent choices made thank you for that can you on your next publication do the same for a lower end market please it would be appreciated

    Reply