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
£85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stellenbosch in August
Estimated hotel price
£85
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 Manchester and takes around 14h.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Cape Town.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stellenbosch, including APM, City to City and Eagle Liner. From George, the bus ride to Stellenbosch takes 395 miles and will cost you around £28. From Plettenberg Bay, the ticket costs about £28 for a journey of 490 miles.

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 Manchester and takes around 14h.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Cape Town.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stellenbosch, including APM, City to City and Eagle Liner. From George, the bus ride to Stellenbosch takes 395 miles and will cost you around £28. From Plettenberg Bay, the ticket costs about £28 for a journey of 490 miles.

Airports near Stellenbosch

CPTCape Town Intl

Airlines serving Stellenbosch

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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 £57 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £175 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)
£153+
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Batavia Boutique Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Lovane Boutique Wine Estate and Guesthouse
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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De Zalze Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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African Adventures Accommodation
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£24+
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Stellenbosch
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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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 £10.69 and £14.25. 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 (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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 £10.69 and £14.25. 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 (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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