Stellenbosch travel guide
Stellenbosch Tourism | Stellenbosch Guide
You're Going to Love Stellenbosch
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.
When to visit Stellenbosch
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.
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 25 km from Stellenbosch. The shortest flight to Stellenbosch from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 14h 30m.
Car
Another option to get to Stellenbosch is to pick up a car hire from Cape Town, which is about 39 km from Stellenbosch. You’ll find branches of Woodford and 1First Car Rental, among others, in Cape Town.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stellenbosch, including APM, City to City and Williams Coach Tours. From George, the bus ride to Stellenbosch takes 636 km and will cost you around £13. From Plettenberg Bay, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 789 km.
Airports near Stellenbosch
Airlines serving Stellenbosch
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 £61 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £156 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Stellenbosch
Most booked hotels in Stellenbosch
Hiring a car in Stellenbosch
Hiring a car in Stellenbosch costs £72 per day, on average, or £216 if you want to hire it for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 68% more expensive than at Cape Town Intl.
Expect to pay £1.05 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 £12.54 and £16.71. The most frequently booked car type in Stellenbosch is Compact (Class Compact Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.