Name: Houw Hoek Hotel
Address: Off N2 Between Grabouw & Botriver, Grabouw, 7160, ZA
Telephone: +61 3 8827 0770
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.2

Grabouw Western Cape

Check in 3:00 PM

Check out 11:00 AM

Your basecamp for adrenaline awaits at Houw Hoek Hotel, where epic adventures start and end in ultimate comfort, Houw Hoek Hotel is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Elgin and Paul Cluver Wines. This family-friendly hotel is 35 minutes drive to Oak Valley Estate and 55 minutes drive to Green Mountain Trail.

Thrill-seekers will love mini-refrigerator, a private balcony, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, daily housekeeping, in-room coffee & tea facilities, room service, complimentary high-speed WiFi and a 42-inch flat-screen TV, secure kit storage and rugged décor. Conveniences include a desk, a phone, an in-room safe and heated flooring.

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Property Details

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.

Air hockey
Gift shops or newsstand
Renewable energy source - solar
Vegetarian breakfast available
No single-use plastic straws
Pool umbrellas
No single-use plastic stirrers
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Biodegradable/compostable straws
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Designated smoking areas
Number of outdoor pools - 2
Number of indoor pools - 1
Fireplace in lobby
Vegetarian menu options available
Conference center
Electric car charging station
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Turkish bath/Hammam
Laundry facilities
Ziplining on site
Tasting room
Secured parking
Games
Mountain biking nearby
Uncovered parking
Banquet hall
Table tennis
Foosball
Meeting rooms
Spa treatment room(s)
Arcade/game room
Well-lit path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Garden
Wedding services
Full-service spa
Volleyball on site
Supervised childcare/activities (surcharge)
Golf driving range on site
Miniature golf on site
Off-street parking
Wheelchair accessible – no
Grocery/convenience store
Outdoor padel courts - 2
Billiards or pool table
Business center
Padel court on site
Trampoline
24-hour front desk
Playground on site
Number of restaurants - 2
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snack bar/deli
Sauna
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Steam room
Free self parking
Terrace
Pool sun loungers
Year Built - 1776
Total number of rooms - 99

Check-in

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. 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.

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-authorize 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, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

There is no charge for breakfast on Saturday and Sunday.

Other details

Grab a bite at Main Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Lebanon Nature Reserve - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Elgin - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Community Library - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Paul Cluver Wines - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi
Gabrielskloof Wine Estate - 13.9 km / 8.6 mi
Ross Gower Wines - 15.7 km / 9.8 mi
Oak Valley Estate - 15.8 km / 9.8 mi
Eskom Palmiet Visitor Centre - 17.9 km / 11.1 mi
Almenkerk Wine Estate - 18.3 km / 11.4 mi
Kogelberg Nature Reserve - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi
Rooisand Nature Reserve - 23.6 km / 14.7 mi
Green Mountain Trail - 26.3 km / 16.4 mi
Kleinmond Beach - 26.8 km / 16.6 mi

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

Professional property host/manager
Contactless check-out is available
LGBTQIA+ friendly
No rollaway/extra beds available
Cashless transactions are available
Contactless check-in is available
Essential workers only - NO
No elevators

Pets

Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Pets not allowed

Other charges

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 250 for adults and ZAR 250 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Off N2 Between Grabouw & Botriver, Grabouw, Western Cape 7160, South Africa

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