Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Stellenbosch travel guide

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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. Stellenbosch deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch in August
Estimated hotel price
£83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stellenbosch in August
Estimated hotel price
£83
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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How to Get to Stellenbosch

Plane

Although Stellenbosch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT), which is located 15 miles from Stellenbosch. The shortest flight to Stellenbosch from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 20m.

Car

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 Alamo, among others, in Cape Town.

Plane

Although Stellenbosch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT), which is located 15 miles from Stellenbosch. The shortest flight to Stellenbosch from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 20m.

Car

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 Alamo, among others, in Cape Town.

Airports near Stellenbosch

CPTCape Town Intl

Airlines serving Stellenbosch

Lufthansa
Good (7,199 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,112 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,655 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,951 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,828 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,419 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,375 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,324 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (790 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (929 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (358 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,913 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
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Where to stay in Stellenbosch

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 £58 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £179 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stellenbosch

Most booked hotels in Stellenbosch

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Asara Wine Estate & Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£131+
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Batavia Boutique Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Lovane Boutique Wine Estate and Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Winelands Villa Guesthouse and Cottages
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£43+
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De Zalze Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Stellenbosch
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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Hiring a car in Stellenbosch

Expect to pay £0.90 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 £10.78 and £14.37. Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stellenbosch, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £0.90 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 £10.78 and £14.37. Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stellenbosch, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

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