Houw Hoek Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 restaurants, breakfast served
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Property grounds
Lake

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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Off N2 Between Grabouw & Botriver, Grabouw, Western Cape, 7160
  • Place, Elgin
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Paul Cluver Wines
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Arabella Golf Course
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Double with Single Bed Open Plan Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double & 2 Single Beds Interleading Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 41 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double & 2 Single Beds Open Plan Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double & 3 Single Beds Interleading Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Double & 4 Single Beds Interleading Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
  • 47 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Open Plan Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Grabouw

A family-friendly stay in Grabouw awaits you at Houw Hoek Hotel. You'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Elgin and 10.7 km (6.7 mi) from Paul Cluver Wines. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Main Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Stagecoach Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, outdoor tennis court, Turkish bath/hammam and sauna. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Grabouw hotel, you'll be 15.8 km (9.8 mi) from Oak Valley Estate and 26.3 km (16.4 mi) from Green Mountain Trail.

What's nearby

  • Elgin - 6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Paul Cluver Wines - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Oak Valley Estate - 15 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Arabella Golf Course - 19 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Grotto Beach - 44 min drive - 52.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Houw Hoek Farm Stall - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ou Meul Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Hickory Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Honingklip Brewery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Houwhoek Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Houw Hoek Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Houw Hoek Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A sauna, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Houw Hoek Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Grabouw hotel.

  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1776
  • Deli
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Houw Hoek Hotel offers 81 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Grabouw hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 5 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 for adults and ZAR 235 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Main Restaurant
  • The Loggia
  • The Stagecoach Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Volleyball
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1776
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Due to drought conditions, water restrictions may apply at this property until further notice.
Due to drought conditions, water restrictions apply at this property until further notice. Guests can expect periodic water supply outages or reduced water pressure during their stay.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 235 for adults and from ZAR 235 for children

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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Houw Hoek Hotel Grabouw
Houw Hoek Grabouw
Houw Hoek Hotel Hotel
Houw Hoek Hotel Grabouw
Houw Hoek Hotel Hotel Grabouw

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Houw Hoek Hotel?

Houw Hoek Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Houw Hoek Hotel?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houw Hoek Hotel on 28 Oct 2025 start from NZ$191.47, 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 parking available at Houw Hoek Hotel?

Yep, Houw Hoek Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Houw Hoek Hotel?

The closest beach to Houw Hoek Hotel is Kleinmond Beach (17.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Houw Hoek Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Houw Hoek Hotel. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as prenatal massages.

Does Houw Hoek Hotel have a pool?

Houw Hoek Hotel has 2 outdoor swimming pools and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Houw Hoek Hotel?

Houw Hoek Hotel features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and an indoor pool.

What makes Houw Hoek Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and wine-tasting room, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Houw Hoek Hotel.

Is Houw Hoek Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare, a playground and an arcade, it's no surprise that Houw Hoek Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Houw Hoek Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Houw Hoek Hotel?

No, Houw Hoek Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Houw Hoek Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Houw Hoek Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Houw Hoek Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.