The Royal Hotel

4.0 star property

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A hotel with a series of arched windows and a balcony with railings.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted clock.
A terrace with a white cushioned seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a hilly landscape.
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A dining room with a fireplace, a bull head mounted above it, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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33 Main Street, Riebeek Kasteel, Western Cape, 7307
  • Place, The Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Riebeek Cellars Wine Shop
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Grande Garden Room Twin or Super King (4)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Garden Double Room (5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Royal Suites

  • 60 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Riebeek Kasteel

The Royal Hotel places you next to The Gallery and Riebeek Cellars Wine Shop. This 4-star hotel has 10 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • The Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Riebeek Cellars Wine Shop - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Rhebokskloof Estate - 53 min drive - 47.7 miles
  • Montpellier Wine Estate - 53 min drive - 21.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Marras - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Eve's Eatery & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beans About Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kasteelberg Country Inn & Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪au bouchon rouge brasserie - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Guests of The Royal Hotel enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Minibars, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access

Property is also known as

Royal Hotel Riebeek Kasteel
Royal Riebeek Kasteel
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Riebeek Kasteel
The Royal Hotel Hotel Riebeek Kasteel

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near The Royal Hotel?

This hotel is located in Riebeek Kasteel and just steps from The Gallery and Riebeek Cellars Wine Shop. You'll also find Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate and Allesverloren Estate within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Jul 28, 2026 start from $146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Royal Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at The Royal Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does The Royal Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Royal Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Is The Royal Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does The Royal Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Hotel serves free breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will The Royal Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Royal Hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Royal Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Hotel.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff Very helpful Excellent breakfasts and dinners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing spot!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with grand stoep. Many areas to relax and walking distance to many restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel. We stayed in a garden room with a verandah. Unmissable historic location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Unhappy

The rooms were not cleaned properly. Behind the bed there was alot of dust and dead insects. The bed was never moved. Rhe bathroom was also dirty. Lots of drad insects. For the duration of the stay, the cleaning staff supposedly cleaned the room and bathroom but the dead insects and dust was never removed. The hotel look good on the outside and the entrance looked clean and welcoming. The location was good. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

f

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Belles prestations

Tres bon rapport qualité prix... Le seul defaut est l'insonorisation côté rue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little gem.

The staff were amazing, the breakfast great and the dining room very quaint - the room was a bit cramped. The bed was comfortable and everything was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lovely place, cleanliness iffy!

The staff were more than friendly and accommodating and the property and location is just perfect for a getaway. The only negative factor was the cleanliness of the bathroom, there was a lot of mildew around the sink and shower walls had moss growing on it which spoiled the experience a little. The food was really excellent and the best scones we had ever had for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing rural getaway

This is a lovely hotel in a small town. The staff makes it feel like a family home and are friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

BAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Charmigt hotell, men rummet bedagat, behöver uppfräschning! Många trappsteg upp och ner, både till rum och pool och restaurang. Verandan utmed gatan trevlig!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the “grand old lady” atmosphere of the hotel. The gin & tonic choices on the front verandah are not
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Fairly basic

Externally looks amazing but my room was down some stairs which was difficult with a suitcase. Car park is not secure. I did not feel value for money. Some very loud neighbours and a dodgy door to my room. Sadly I will not return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, tranquility and charming old building. Nice bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Royal Stay

We enjoyed our stay very much and will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were great, the food was also very good, and thank you very much for the free upgrade to a king suite. We just came to get away for a weekend and do nothing, and that's exactly what we did, what a pleasure. Should time and circumstance permit in the future, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely weekend getaway

We had a lovely weekend stay at the Royal Hotel - lovely venue, friendly staff. We had both dinner and breakfast and both were good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Soul trip

It was a very pleasant stay. I shall go again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel a must in Riebeek

The Royal hotel is centrally located in the very small town of Riebeek. Staff are so kind. The hotel restaurant offers a fantastic breakfast, lunch & dinner menu- food is outstanding & superb service. Rooms really clean with modern en suite. From the minute you walk up the steps to the main entrance the Royal has a great feel a very relaxed East Indies feel. Poolside is very relaxing surrounded by mountains- so peaceful & beautiful. Highly recommend can’t say enough positive things about the hotel & the staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful What a fantastic hotel

Lovely room, great staff, fantastic food & drink. Very happy to have stayed here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfekt hotell för lata dagar

Det här är ett fantastiskt hotell i kolonial stil. Väldigt trevlig service, fin bar, underbar terrass, trevlig pool och fina rum. Själva staden är väldigt lugn men har några bra restauranger. Hotellet är en perfekt basstation för att besöka vingårdar i området och har dessutom en väldigt bra restaurang. Frukosten är supergod också.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

We had a great stay - highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ludovic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolute perfection !!! We'll visit again soon

Incredible experience, we absolutely loved the hotel, the service, the exquisite breakfast and the 5 days dinner course for R198 (winter special) which in unbeatable value for money. We'll definitely go back and recommend it to everybody.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wedding Stop over

Was a one nighter, for a wedding... Everyone in this Hotel was super friendly and all had a wonderful smile. Felt like a celebrity. Rooms could use a bit of work, but to be honest problem the best hotel in Riebeek Kasteel. Beautiful little town, like many in Cape town.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Colonial Gem

We enjoyed an overnight stay at the Royal. It was like stepping back into the past. They serve the best gin and tonic on the veranda during happy hour. Dinner was very good and so was breakfast. Definitely worth a visit.
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good to be a Royal

Weekend away for a wedding - great food and comfort