Houw Hoek Hotel, Botrivier
About the Hotel
Houw Hoek Hotel is the oldest licensed hotel in South Africa, dating back to 1779. Nestled in the Kogelberg Nature Reserve, it offers a blend of history and modern amenities. Located just off the N2 freeway, it serves as a tranquil retreat near Cape Town. The hotel features a range of family-friendly activities and wellness options.
Location
The hotel is conveniently situated 70 km from Cape Town International Airport and 7 km from Botrivier. It is surrounded by numerous outdoor attractions, including hiking, mountain biking trails, and golf courses. Guests can explore the scenic beauty of the Kogelberg Biosphere and nearby wine estates.
Rooms
The hotel boasts 99 well-appointed rooms, including family rooms with inter-leading doors. Many rooms come with private balconies that present magnificent mountain views. Each room is equipped with en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Additional amenities include fireplaces and underfloor heating in select rooms.
Eat & Drink
Houw Hoek Hotel features two dining venues that cater to a variety of tastes. The dining room is popular for its à la carte meals and breakfast buffets. The new Loggia restaurant offers seasonal menus paired with an award-winning list of local wines and picturesque views overlooking tranquil ponds.
Leisure & Business
For leisure, guests can enjoy two swimming pools, games rooms, and outdoor activities like putt-putt and padel. The hotel also provides seven conference rooms, all equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, catering to both corporate events and team-building activities.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Hairdresser
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Mini golf
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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