Surrounded by mountain vistas, rolling lawns and meandering streams, country-style Houw Hoek Hotel is located between the towns of Grabouw and Botrivier. The well-appointed rooms at Houw Hoek offer satellite TV, a seating area and an en suite bathroom. Tea-and-coffee making facilities are available in each room. The main restaurant serves breakfast, à la carte lunches and dinners. Guest can enjoy meals or a drink on the terrace with views of the magnificent surrounding mountains. The hotel has 2 outdoor pools, a wedding venue and conference facilities for up to 250 delegates. Hermanus is 40 km away and Cape Town can be reached within 1 hour by car. The hotel has a new wellness spa offering massages, manicures, pedicures, facials and more. There is a sauna, a Rasul (Turkish steam room), three massage rooms and heated indoor pool with relaxation area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
3 single beds
and
1 large double bed
4 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Gary
    South Africa South Africa
    The room was large and comfortable, there was more than sufficient variety at breakfast and the food was delicious. The restaurant prices are competitive and the food was good.
  • Lester
    South Africa South Africa
    Spacious rooms, gorgeous views, family atmosphere.
  • Anne
    South Africa South Africa
    Well appointed comfortable rooms. Excellent friendly helpful staff. Charming small bar in original old building. Breakfasts and all meals good.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian
  • Restaurant #2
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

Facilities of Houw Hoek Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • 3 swimming pools
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Lower bathroom sink
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    3 swimming pools
    Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Pool 3 - indoorAdditional charge
    • Open all year
    • Adult only
    • Heated pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Foot bath
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Hair treatments
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hammam
      Additional charge
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Sauna
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Houw Hoek Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 00:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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    FAQs about Houw Hoek Hotel

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Houw Hoek Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Hammam
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Table tennis
      • Tennis court
      • Mini golf
      • Darts
      • Evening entertainment
      • Swimming Pool
      • Beauty Services
      • Tennis equipment
      • Facial treatments
      • Hair treatments
      • Manicure
      • Pedicure
      • Body treatments
      • Body scrub
      • Body wrap
      • Spa facilities
      • Steam room
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Foot bath
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Back massage
      • Neck massage
      • Foot massage
      • Couples massage
      • Head massage
      • Hand massage
      • Full body massage

    • Room options at Houw Hoek Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Quadruple
      • Family

    • Houw Hoek Hotel is 3.1 miles from the centre of Botrivier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Houw Hoek Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Halal
      • Buffet

    • The prices at Houw Hoek Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Houw Hoek Hotel has 2 restaurants:

      • Restaurant #1
      • Restaurant #2

    • Check-in at Houw Hoek Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, Houw Hoek Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.