With a population of 94,263, Stellenbosch is a must-see destination in Western Cape, South Africa. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Stellenbosch has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Stellenbosch in February, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 167 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Stellenbosch, with an average rainfall of 22 mm.
Although Stellenbosch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT), which is located 15 miles from Stellenbosch. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Stellenbosch include American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest flight to Stellenbosch from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 14h 35m.
Another option to get to Stellenbosch is to pick up a car hire from Cape Town, which is about 24 miles from Stellenbosch. You’ll find branches of CarWiz and Avis, among others, in Cape Town.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stellenbosch, including APM, Eagle Liner and Williams Coach Tours. From George, the bus ride to Stellenbosch takes 395 miles and will cost you around £27. From Port Elizabeth, the ticket costs about £27 for a journey of 770 miles.
From 5-star hotels such as the Asara Wine Estate & Hotel to great affordable options like the Protea Hotel by Marriott Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £70 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £217 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay £0.97 per litre in Stellenbosch (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.53 and £15.37. The most frequently booked car type in Stellenbosch is Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.
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