De Doornkraal Vinotel

4.0 star property
Victorian country house with a winery and an outdoor pool

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22-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV
Vineyard
Terrace/patio
Interior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
De Doornkraal Vinotel sits in the business district but feels worlds away. Guests attend wine release events and join winery tours at this boutique country house with its own vineyard. The outdoor pool provides relaxation after exploring the property's garden and terrace.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is P5,975
P6,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

Room options

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 33 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Cottage, Garden Area

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
8 Long Street, Riversdale, Western Cape, 6670

What's nearby

  • Julius Gordon Africana Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Riversdale Old Jail / Die Tronk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Riversdale Hospital - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Riversdale Tourism Office - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Stilbaai Golf Club - 35 min drive - 53.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wimpy - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ou Meul Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • Nibbling Squirrel
  • ‪Trends Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Bella Deli & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

De Doornkraal Vinotel

Upscale boutique country house in the business district
At De Doornkraal Vinotel, you can look forward to an attached winery, a terrace, and a garden. Sip and savor at this country house, which boasts wine release events, a vineyard, and winery tours. The on-site restaurant, De Wingerdt, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a conference center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Concierge services, 2 meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
  • 22-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Patios, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 220 to 242 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • De Wingerdt

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (1,614 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1746
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 220 to 242 for adults, and ZAR 0 to 0 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
24-hour pool access
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique
De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel
De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel Riversdale
De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Riversdale
Historic Country House
Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel Riversdale
Doornkraal Historic Boutique Riversdale
Doornkraal Historic Boutique
Doornkraal Vinotel Riversdale
De Doornkraal Vinotel Riversdale
De Doornkraal Vinotel Country House
De Doornkraal Vinotel Country House Riversdale
De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does De Doornkraal Vinotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at De Doornkraal Vinotel?

As of Sep 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at De Doornkraal Vinotel on Sep 20, 2025 start from P 5,975.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is De Doornkraal Vinotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at De Doornkraal Vinotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at De Doornkraal Vinotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at De Doornkraal Vinotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is De Doornkraal Vinotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this boutique country house is within a 10-minute walk of Julius Gordon Africana Centre and Riversdale Old Jail / Die Tronk. Riversdale Hospital and Riversdale Tourism Office are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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