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Penelope's Stellenbosch

3.5 star property
Suburban guesthouse in Stellenbosch with free parking

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Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Double Room with King Sized Bed (6) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Double Room with King Sized Bed (6) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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21 Speciosa Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7600
  • Place, Stellenbosch Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, De Zalze Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Stellenbosch University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room with King Sized Bed (6) | Balcony view

Double Room with King Sized Bed (6)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Golf Club is a short stroll from Penelope's Stellenbosch, and other popular attractions like Mediclinic Stellenbosch are within a mile (2 km). This 3.5-star guesthouse welcomes guests with 4 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Stellenbosch Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Technopark Stellenbosch - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • De Zalze Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Dorp Street - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Stellenbosch University - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 27 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Plato Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eerste Kafeeversameling - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blaauwklippen Wine Estate - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Penelope's Stellenbosch

Suburban guesthouse in Stellenbosch with free parking
Guests of Penelope's Stellenbosch enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for ZAR 450 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf guesthouse include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a library.
32-inch TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include 4 bathrooms, balconies, and refrigerators.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse 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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 275 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Pro golf shop
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 275 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Penelope's Guesthouse
Penelope's Guesthouse House
Penelope's Guesthouse House Stellenbosch
Penelope's Guesthouse Stellenbosch
Penelope's Stellenbosch
Penelope's Guesthouse
Penelope's Stellenbosch Guesthouse
Penelope's Stellenbosch Stellenbosch
Penelope's Stellenbosch Guesthouse Stellenbosch

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Penelope's Stellenbosch?

Penelope's Stellenbosch provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Penelope's Stellenbosch?

This guesthouse is located in Stellenbosch, a short 11-minute walk from Stellenbosch Golf Club and also 18 minutes on foot from Blue Creek Weddings and Functions. You'll also find Dorp Street and De Zalze Golf Club within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Penelope's Stellenbosch?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Penelope's Stellenbosch feature a casino at the property?

No, Penelope's Stellenbosch doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Penelope's Stellenbosch?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Penelope's Stellenbosch a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include premium bedding, bathrobes, and an espresso maker.

Are there hot tubs at Penelope's Stellenbosch?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Penelope's Stellenbosch have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Penelope's Stellenbosch offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Penelope's Stellenbosch allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Penelope's Stellenbosch.

Does Penelope's Stellenbosch have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Where is the closest airport to Penelope's Stellenbosch?

The closest major airport to Penelope's Stellenbosch is Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), which is 24.3 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Penelope's Stellenbosch?

Yes, every accommodation at Penelope's Stellenbosch comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.

Reviews

Penelope's Stellenbosch Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catharina

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

Beautiful guest house in a peaceful area

Friendly host, spacious beautiful room and a delicious breakfast made it an enjoyable stay. Thank you Penelope!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

Highly Recommend

Exclusive quiet area close to Stellenbosch, very helpful owner especially on the local wine estates and private off road parking. Stellenbosch has a lively centre with many good restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

This was our favourite stay on our 2 week SA trip!

This was our favourite stay on our 2 week SA trip! Penelope was extremely inviting and her attention to detail on all the little touches was well received. Well kept guesthouse, with a lovely garden and pool. Great location for a short drive to the Stellenbosch winery's
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nikita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming and hospitable host. Lovely house with beautiful garden and pool. Lovely balcony and view. Special attention to detail. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Penelope’s guesthouse is in an ideal location for visiting Stellenbosch and the surrounding wine region. It is a fantastic place to stay. Great room and lovely hostess. The house is beautifully furnished and spotless. Penny made us welcome from the time we arrived until we left, nothing was to much trouble for her. She gave my wife and I lots of advice on places to visit. We will definitely return next time we are in the Western Cape.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina Mila

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

Penelope's Guest House - a MUST in Stellenbosche!

Penelope was LOVE, one of the best hosts, ever! She made our stay feel like home. The place is very cozy and comfortable, well maintained in a quiet area so we were able to relax on our vacation just as we should. Breakfast was lovely too. The guest house is accessible via uber and very near the University area as well as other nearby wineries and vineyards. We will definitely come back! I recommend this for groups as well so you can rent the entire guest house for yourselves!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

James, Market Harborough

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

Great stay!

Was great base for exploring the Winelands. A home away from home!

8/10 Good

Alexander, London

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

Enjoyable short stay

Well presented hotel run by a nice family. Secure parking was available. We only stayed for one night but have no complaints.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Dushan, Skopje

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

Nice guest house with friendly people :)

the rooms where nice and the people re extremely friendly. I recommend this hotel to anyone that wants more homely experience. If you need some good advice ask the lady to help you for sure you wont regret :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place! highly recommended . it is a great place and location. thank you for having us, d

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Toronto, Canada

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

Do not miss this gem.

Aside from the first class accommodations and breakfast, a real treat was Penelope herself. She was warm and welcoming, knowledgeable and helpful, and a guenuinely delightful person. The beautiful gardens and fresh cut flowers in the room made yu feel like you were in an oasis. Thank you Penelope for a wonderful stay.

10/10 Excellent

Megan, Benoni, South Africa

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

Gem of a guest house

Three of us spent five nights at Penelope's Guesthouse while attending a conference. The rooms were great - fluffy towels, big beds and crisp sheets. Extra attention to detail including fresh flowers every day, a treat on your pillow and a Nespresso machine in each room were added bonuses. The breakfasts were delicious, with Penelope going out of her way to accommodate an early start. We also appreciated Penelope's advice on where to eat in town and how to get to various places. The Guesthouse is not situated within Stellenbosch itself, but rather in the outlying suburbs. This would be a challenge if you did not have a car - but it worked for us and meant the rooms were quiet. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend this Guest house to others.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very nice B&B

Located in a suburban neighborhood in Stellenbosch, a bit tricky to find unless you have a GPS (we did). An exceptionally nice B&B, hard to improve upon in any dimension. Even a Nespresso machine in the room! Good value, highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a nice place, great hosts, too. We really enjoyed a great full week!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fritz

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Pool ist top, da kann man echt schwimmen! Ansonsten alles nett und sauber, loadshedding wird mit Stromspeichern überbrückt. Hier gibt es nichts zu meckern.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

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

Good times in Stellenbosch

Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Cyrille

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

Tres bel établissement

Belle expérience

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Sehr schönes Gästehaus in Stellenbosch

Freundliches Personal, wunderschöner Garten, schöne Zimmer und gut gelegen für unsere letzte Nacht in Südafrika

6/10 Okay

Jean-Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Bien mais cher et sans charme

C'est une maison conçue pour être une guesthouse, avec 4 chambres plus ou moins identiques a l’étage. C'est confortable mais sans charme. Et la maison est située dans un quartier banal en périphérie de Stellenbosch. Par ailleurs, j'ai du payer en espèce, notre hôte ne prenant pas la carte de crédit pour des raisons de coût. Pour 115 Euros la nuit, je m'attendais a nettement mieux (et nous avons eu pendant notre séjour des guesthouse largement supérieure pour moins cher, y compris a Cape Town)

10/10 Excellent

Sara, Stockholm

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

Peaceful paradise with lovely garden and pool!

We are really satisfied with our stay at this charming place. The owners were so welcoming and nice and the place was so Peaceful, with a blooming garden to have breakfast in, and a pool big enough to swim in. The room was even nicer than the pictures described! Highly recommended.