Reviews of Vineyard Hotel
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"Fabulous hotel"
What a buffet breakfast!!
The location, away from the noisy Waterfront, suited us perfectly, although a car here is probably required if staying more than a few days. The hotel staff park the car and bring it to the front entrance when you wish to go out.
The hotal has a shuttle bus to the Waterfront and chauffered us to and from local restaurants, free of charge, at night.
The travel desk at the hotel books trips and gave very good advice.
Really could not fault this hotel at all." See all these reviews: 5n in South Africa; 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Excellent service, good location"
Food and service in the lounge and restaurant was excellent.
The location for us was good with shops within walking distance, and for using the car it was easy to go North, South, West or East while missing the main city traffic.
We had a great stay here and by the end of it didn't really want to move." See all these reviews: 16n in South Africa
"A lovely way to settle in"
The only (small) thing was that although children are very welcome the hotel restaurant wasn't the most ideal place for small children. One evening our daughter broke a plate and spilt a whole glass of juice (not unusual if you've ever been out with 3 year olds) and I was extremely conscious of the couples around me having (or trying to have) relaxed dinners listening to the piano music... We only ate there a couple of times but it might be worth flagging up to any travellers with toddlers." See all these reviews: 12n in South Africa
"Vineyard Hotel review"
We were facing the courtyard and the toads/frogs were very noisy, we had to open the window for ventilation." See all these reviews: 12n in South Africa
"Vineyard Hotel"
The breakfast was excellent with lots of choice and my eggs prepared perfectly. The first morning we had to wait for a table but not long. We ate at their high end restaurant (outside restaurant operating on their property) and they fit us in when we said we were hotel guests, even though they were fully booked. It was a gourmet meal in every respect. Wonderful.
We liked the hotel in every respect and would stay there again." See all these reviews: 6n in Botswana; 3n in South Africa; 2n in Namibia; 1n in Zambia
"Quiet formal Vineyard Hotel"
Quiet location very close to Kirstenbosch and if the weather had been better I'm sure there are good views of Table Mountain.
Wonderful garden alongside the river although due to it's very nature it is not accessible to the disabled, apart from the patio area.
At dinner the starter whilst very nice was not what I ordered. The waiter said he would query it with the kitchen but we never got any feedback.
This place is too big and a little formal for us after having spent three weeks at lodges and B&B's." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 9n in South Africa
"good"
"Vineyard Hotel and Spa review"
All of this considered, it was a pleasure to stay here. I must say after Hog Hollow and Ocean Eleven, the room was just an ordinary hotel room. In addition, if one is there to spa and relax at saunas the Vineyard is an excellent choice." See all these reviews: 7n in Tanzania; 6n in South Africa
"Vineyard Hotel and Spa review"
Meals were excellent - only challenge was on Easter Monday when the hotel was clearly the place to have brunch. It would have helped us if the hotel has warned us that it was likely to be busy as it was hard to get a table and the service was really poor (the staff found it hard to cope with so many people)." See all these reviews: 13n in South Africa
"We Enjoyed Our Stay Here"
Some lovely pieces of antique furniture in the public areas and beautiful gardens, complete with a large tortoise. Very good service. Excellent breakfasts and evening meals were good too, with a choice of restaurants. The room opened on to a courtyard garden and was very quiet. Our only criticism is that the decor looked a little tired and there were no bedside lights. We commented on the lack of reading lights when leaving and were told that the room was shortly to be refurbished." See all these reviews: 6n in Namibia; 6n in South Africa
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