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Angala Boutique Hotel
Angala Boutique Hotel
Angala Boutique Hotel
Angala Boutique Hotel
Angala Boutique Hotel
Angala Boutique Hotel
Angala Boutique Hotel
Angala Boutique Hotel

Angala Boutique Hotel


33°51’0.0"S 18°56’0.8"E

About Angala Boutique Hotel

Angala Boutique Hotel is a luxurious and very contemporary guesthouse which has an impressive position in ...

... the heart of the Cape Winelands – between Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch. Beside the mountainous Simonsberg Nature Reserve, Angala has panoramic views across vineyards reaching as far as the Boland Mountains.

Angala is a peaceful, relaxed guesthouse with a simple, chic design and an idyllic backdrop of vineyards and mountains. The rooms vary, but all are smart, airy and reasonably spacious, with private verandas and little gardens. The ‘eco pool’ is a lovely feature – even if swimming in it won’t be to everyone’s taste. We think the guesthouse makes a good base for exploring the wine region for design-conscious couples and families with older children.

Our view

Angala is a peaceful, relaxed guesthouse with a simple, chic design and an idyllic backdrop of vineyards and mountains. The rooms vary, but all are smart, airy and reasonably spacious, with private verandas and little gardens. The ‘eco pool’ is a lovely feature – even if swimming in it won’t be to everyone’s taste. We think the guesthouse makes a good base for exploring the wine region for design-conscious couples and families with older children.

Lucy Copson

Lucy Copson

South Africa expert

Accommodation

9 suites; 1 cottage

Children

Best for age 9+

Open

All year

Traveller reviews of Angala Boutique Hotel

2 real, un-edited reviews from Expert Africa's travellers.


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Mr JfromHants

Arrived 6 Nov 2018, 2 nights

"Delightful location"

"The eating area was perfect and the breakfast was good. …" Read Mr J’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Professor & Mrs MfromUK

Arrived 20 Feb 2017, 3 nights

"Angala Boutique Hotel & Guest House review"

"The hotel and grounds were beautiful and immaculately maintained, staff freindly …" Read Professor & Mrs M’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

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Angala Boutique Hotel: Our full report

Angala Boutique Hotel is a luxurious and very contemporary guesthouse which has an impressive position in ...

... the heart of the Cape Winelands – between Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch. Beside the mountainous Simonsberg Nature Reserve, Angala has panoramic views across vineyards reaching as far as the Boland Mountains.

Angala is more formally known as ‘Angala Boutique Hotel & Guest House’, but when we arrived here it felt delightfully informal – with a warm welcome that instantly made us feel at home. It has nine suites all of which have wooden floors, some with the occasional rug, and are decorated in tasteful neutral tones of browns and creams. All have remote-control air conditioning, a flat-screen TV including South African cable channels, a complimentary minibar and a tea tray including a Nespresso coffee maker, and a digital safe. Each room also has its own small private garden.

The rooms are divided into five different types, plus the recent addition of a cottage:

  • Two Deluxe Rooms can have either a king-size bed or twin beds, as required. Each of these rooms leads onto a private veranda and garden, and has a roomy en-suite bathroom with a smart, glass shower, double basins and a free-standing bath, as well as an extra outdoor shower.


  • The four Luxury Suites are rather larger than the Deluxe Rooms, with space for a sofa and small dining table. They also a fireplace and a ‘super king-size’ bed rather than just a king-size, and have spectacular views from their secluded gardens.
  • The Executive Suite is similar to the Luxury Suites, but the lounge/dining room is large and completely separate from the bedroom.
  • The Two-Bedroomed Deluxe Suite can work well for families or two couples travelling together. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, and between there’s a small lounge with a fireplace and kitchenette between the two bedrooms. This suite also has a private terrace and small garden, but no real view.
  • The Luxury Garden Suite has all the same features as the Luxury Suites, with the addition of a combined lounge and kitchenette, where a pull-out sleeper-couch would suit two small children. It has a fairly large terrace with views over the Simonsberg Nature Reserve.
  • The River Cottage is slightly removed from the rest of the rooms and offers more privacy – perfect for honeymooners or families. The bedroom has a super king-size bed, and opens out onto an outdoor bath and seating area. An entirely separate en-suite bathroom boasts an elegant free-standing bath, plus an additional outdoor shower. There is a small kitchen/dining area, as well as a lounge with a pull-out sofa bed, and on the terrace is a private pool with views overlooking the dam and mountains.
Angala’s main house is large, relatively open-plan and minimalist in design. The main dining room has hardwood flooring, and is decorated in neutral greys, beige and very pale green. To one side there is a bar and a cosy lounge area with wood burning stove, and to the other are individual dining tables. Wrapped around this on two sides is a second, open-sided dining area with a long communal table, additional individual tables and another seating area with a massive open fireplace. With natural stone floors and sweeping views of the valley and mountains, it flows continuously onto the wide veranda where there are more comfy seating areas.

As well as breakfast, Angala offers guests the option of evening dining from Monday to Saturday, but this must be booked in advance. On Sundays, with advance notice, they are happy to make a cheese or deli platter to eat on your veranda or in the main area.

In front of the main building is a lovely lawn with loungers, and at the end is what Angala’s team proudly refer to as their eco pool. This freshwater swimming pool isn’t chlorinated, but uses a natural filtering process (through filter-beds and locally occurring water plants) to keep the water clean. The views from here are beautiful.

In-room spa treatments can be organised by prior arrangement, usually with an external masseur/masseuse.

Although Angala feels fairly remote and tranquil, it is only an hours drive from the centre of Cape Town. There are lots of activities possible in the vicinity, from discovering the beautiful Franschhoek vineyards, to the adrenalin rush of skydiving off the southern Cape’s coast.

Geographics

Location
Winelands, South Africa
Ideal length of stay
We’d happily relax here for three or four nights as part of a self-drive trip around the Cape.
Directions
Angala is about 33km north-east of Stellenbosch, 16.7km south-west of Paarl and 23.4km from Franschhoek. It’s about 1 hour’s drive from Central Cape Town.

Take the N1 north-east out of Cape Town and after about 60km turn right onto the R45. Drive for about 6km then turn right into Klapmuts-Simondium Road (signpost for Vrede en Lust Wine Estate). Continue up this road for about 2.4km, following the signposts for Angala.

Accessible by
Self-drive

Food & drink

Usual board basis
Bed & Breakfast
Food quality
Angala offers breakfast, consisting of cereals, yoghurt, fruit, breads etc as well as cooked options.

With advance notice, guests have the option of evening dining on Monday to Saturday (but not on Sundays) from a small à la carte menu. (Do ask us if you want to arrange it for your first evening in advance.)

On Sundays they are happy to make a cheese or deli platter to eat on your veranda or in the main area – you just need to ask for this in advance.
Dining style
Individual Tables
Dining locations
Indoor and Outdoor Dining
Further dining info, including room service
Room Service is available on request
Drinks included
The minibar in the rooms is included, but other drinks are extra.

Children

Attitude towards children
Property’s age restrictions
Children aged 9 years and over are welcome.
Special activities & services
None
Generally recommended for children
Yes, especially the suites/cottage with kitchenettes.

Communications

Power supply notes
There is no alternative power supply.
Communications
Direct-dial phones and WiFi are available in rooms.
TV & radio
South African DSTV is available in all rooms.
Water supply
Mains

Health & safety

Malarial protection recommended
No
Medical care
The closest medical care is in Paarl, which is approximately 17km from the hotel.
Dangerous animals
Low Risk
Security measures
There’s a guard on duty outside the property at night.
Fire safety
There are fire extinguishers in every room and main areas, plus hoses available around the property.

Activities

    Extras

    Disabled access
    On Request
    Laundry facilities
    Available at an extra charge, between Monday and Friday only.
    Money
    Digital Safes are installed in all rooms.
    Accepted payment on location
    South African rand in cash is accepted, as well as most credit cards, except for AmEx and Diner’s Club cards.

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    When to go to Winelands

    Our month by month guide: What it's like to visit Angala Boutique Hotel in Winelands


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    South Africa in January

    January is considered one of the best months to travel. In Cape Town the weather is hot and generally dry. The Garden Route is also excellent at this time of the year but has a more temperate climate, with slightly lower temperatures and rain can fall at any time of the year. In the Kgalagadi temperatures often top 40°C and short, sharp thunderstorms are also fairly frequent. Wildlife tends to disperse, although birding is excellent.

    As this is the high season in the Cape there are numerous events, festivals and outdoor activities to attract visitors. Accommodation books up quickly and it may be necessary to book at least a year in advance. Reservations will often be needed for restaurants and visitor attractions too.

    • Hot, largely dry days with clear skies – except on Garden Route
    • Wildlife disperses in the Kalahari but birding excellent
    • Events, festivals and outdoor activities staged for the high season
    • The high season in the Cape, accommodation can cost up to 50% more
    • Pre-booking of activities & attractions is essential

    Our view

    Fantastic: the very best time to visit

    Weather in January

    South Africa in February

    In February conditions are largely the same as in January, although temperatures can be slightly higher, especially in the interior. The wind in Cape Town starts to ease off. Although the Garden Route can experience some rain, the days are pleasantly warm and largely dry.

    The Kgalagadi remains very hot, but the birding is still excellent. Wildlife viewing can be tricky especially if there has been some rain, as the resulting long grass can obscure the animals.

    For visitors it’s still the high season, but with the local school holidays over and residents back at work, it is less busy than December and January. Accommodation costs remain high and it’s still advisable to pre-book certain activities and restaurants.

    • Hot, largely dry days with little cloud
    • Wind starts easing in Cape Town
    • Slightly less busy than December & January
    • Accommodation costs remain high, activities still best pre-booked

    Our view

    Fantastic: the very best time to visit

    Weather in February

    South Africa in March

    March is still a very good time to visit. Conditions remain dry and very warm in Cape Town, although temperatures start dropping off towards the end of the month. The wind has usually died right down.

    The Kalahari remains very hot and in years of good rains vegetation is at its most lush – making wildlife viewing tricky.

    Typically, the crowds dwindle, but it can get very busy if Easter falls in March. It is also worth bearing in mind that during major events in March, including the Cape Town Cycle Tour, Cape Epic Mountain Bike Tour, The Cape Town Carnival and the International Jazz Festival, accommodation can get very full.

    Attractions remain busy but booking is less essential.

    • Temperatures start falling towards the end of the month
    • Cape Town hosts a number of world class sport and cultural events
    • Wildlife in the Kgalagadi disperses, game viewing more challenging
    • Crowds diminish as the high season comes to an end
    • Accommodation can get busy during major events

    Our view

    Fantastic: the very best time to visit

    Weather in March

    South Africa in April

    April is South Africa’s “shoulder” season and is often the most pleasant. Not too hot, not too cold, some rain but not masses. In Cape Town and along the Garden Route days are usually sunny, warm, windless and largely dry, although in Cape Town the chance of rain increases from the end of the month.

    In the Kgalagadi the rainy season is typically over and migratory birds are starting to make their journey back up North. Vegetation remains lush but wildlife viewing starts picking up towards the end of the month.

    The region is still relatively busy (especially of its still Easter) but it gets quieter towards the end of the month thus availability improves. Accommodation rates start to decrease, and it becomes less important to book restaurants and attractions in advance.

    • Temperatures still warm and very pleasant, with little wind.
    • Rain starts easing in the Kalahari and migratory birds start to depart
    • Less busy, especially towards the end of the month - busy over Easter
    • Accommodation frees up and prices start to come down

    Our view

    A very good time to visit

    Weather in April

    South Africa in May

    May marks the start of the dry season in the Kgalagadi. Days are warm and dry with almost zero rainfall. Night-time/early-morning temperatures can drop towards 0°C. Wildlife viewing is at its peak as animals concentrate around the few remaining water sources.

    Days can still be warm and sunny in Cape Town and on the Garden Route, but the weather becomes a lot more variable. May heralds the start of the rainy season in Cape Town and the winelands. Night-time temperatures rarely drop below 10 degrees in the coastal areas.

    With far fewer tourists, accommodation prices are at their lowest. There is rarely any need to pre-book activities, but reservations are still advisable at some of the top restaurants.

    • Higher chance of rain in Cape Town & the Winelands
    • Day time temperatures drop significantly
    • Wildlife viewing peaks in the Kgalagadi
    • Low season so rarely busy & very few crowds
    • Low season rates at the hotels & lodges

    Our view

    A good time to visit, with pros & cons

    Weather in May

    South Africa in June

    Winter is now in full swing. Maximum temperatures in Cape Town rarely reach 20°C and the rainy season is well under way. Outdoor activities therefore become limited, but a number of high-quality indoor events are organised.

    The Garden Route has, in general milder weather and less rain than Cape Town.

    June sees the arrival of the first whales which migrate to the South African coastline to give birth.

    In the Kgalagadi, daytime temperatures are warm but nights and early mornings are bitterly cold. Wildlife viewing is excellent as animals are drawn to the few remaining permanent water points.

    Overall tourist numbers are at their lowest, as are the costs of flights and accommodation.

    • Cold & wet weather in Cape Town, Kgalagadi warm days but cold at night
    • One of the best months for wildlife viewing in the Kgalagadi
    • Whales start arriving to have their calves
    • Low visitor numbers & no crowds
    • Accommodation & flight prices remain low

    Our view

    A good time to visit, with pros & cons

    Weather in June

    South Africa in July

    The winter weather continues with very cold nights and early mornings in the Kgalagadi and virtually no rainfall. Vegetation here is really thinning out now and water even more scarce – so wildlife is easy to spot.

    Despite the winter and local school holidays, Cape Town remains a great place to visit. On a wet and cold day, the Two Oceans Aquarium, Zeitz Mocca (art museum) and the Cape Town Comedy Club all make for great days out, as does a trip to the wine country or the annual Oyster Festival at Knysna.

    By mid-July most of the whales have arrived to give birth. Hermanus is the best place to see them.

    At the height of the low season, so accommodation and flight prices remain low.

    • Generally cold & wet in the Cape, but good quality indoor events
    • Very good wildlife viewing in the Kgalagadi
    • Oyster festival in Knysna
    • Local school holidays can make places a little busier than usual
    • Accommodation and flight prices remain low

    Our view

    A good time to visit, with pros & cons

    Weather in July

    South Africa in August

    While August experiences mostly wintry weather it does mark the very beginning of spring with temperatures starting to rise. Visitors are drawn to the West Coast and Namaqualand to see the wildflowers, which start blooming in late August and can be seen until mid-September. Whales are still in abundance now too.

    The Kgalagadi is now very dry and wildlife vieiwng is still good. Temperatures start climbing towards the end of the month.

    Despite the weather , visitor numbers can be high as the northern hemisphere schools close for their summer holidays. It may be a good idea to book certain attractions and restaurants in advance.

    Simlarly, although accommodation prices are still low, flight prices can be a little higher than in previous months.

    • Temperatures start rising – but still potential for cold & wet weather
    • Wildflowers on the West Coast & in Namaqualand
    • Good wildlife viewing in the Kgalagadi
    • Whales continue to attract visitors
    • Can get busy due to northern hemisphere school summer holidays

    Our view

    A good time to visit, with pros & cons

    Weather in August

    South Africa in September

    Good wildlife viewing in the Kgalagadi continues and daytime temperatures increase quite dramatically. Mornings and evenings are still on the chilly side, but not as cold as they are in June, July and August.

    The 1st of September is officially the start of spring in Cape Town. Days become warmer but not quite warm enough to enjoy the city’s beautiful beaches. Venues all over Cape Town play host to various artists during the Cape Town Fringe Festival.
    Rainy days are fewer, but night times can still get chilly. Many hotels are still charging low season rates making September great value for money.

    Elsewhere, Hermanus hosts the popular annual Whale Festival, and in the West of the Cape, wildflowers continue to bloom until the middle of the month.

    • The start of spring; temperatures start rising
    • Whale festival in Hermanus
    • Cape Town Fringe Ferstival attracts a wide range of artists
    • Wildflowers blooming well until the middle of the month
    • Good wildlife viewing continues in the Kgalagadi

    Our view

    A very good time to visit

    Weather in September

    South Africa in October

    The weather starts warming up nicely, Cape Town experiences pleasant days, with much less rain, nights can still be quite cool, but not cold. Some days are now warm enough to enjoy the beach. This is one of the best months to visit the Cape Region.

    October is one of the hottest months in the Kalahari. Water remains very scarce, so the wildlife viewing is still very good. Towards the end of the month the odd spectacular thunderstorm is possible with much lightning and thunder. Migratory birds start to arrive, and resident species gear up for the breeding season.

    The whales are still present with Hermanus and False Bay the best places to see them.

    • Days start warming up; fewer rainy days in Cape Town
    • Very hot in the Kalahari – thunderstorms season starts
    • Migratory birds start arriving & resident birds start breeding
    • Whale watching still excellent in Hermanus and False Bay areas
    • Start of the high season, getting busy and accommodation prices rise

    Our view

    A very good time to visit

    Weather in October

    South Africa in November

    By November Cape Town is experiencing summer conditions with hot, clear days and warm, pleasant evenings. It’s a great month to enjoy the beaches before the peak holiday season in December. There are no real downsides to visiting in November and you may even get a few accommodation specials before prices go up for the festive season. Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens begins their summer outdoor concerts with local and international artists performing.

    The Kgalagadi remains hot but thunderstorms are a bit more regular. With the rains, water sources become more plentiful and wildlife disperses but this is when herbivores such as Springbok start lambing. Photography improves as conditions become less hazy.

    This is the last month for regular whale sightings – they tend to migrate back down south by early December.

    • Summer now in full swing, with temperatures often reaching 30°C
    • Rainy days scarce; evenings warm & very pleasant
    • Antelope start lambing in the Kgalagadi; wildlife generally dispersed
    • Last month for regular whale sightings
    • Good time to visit Cape Town before the peak holiday season

    Our view

    Fantastic: the very best time to visit

    Weather in November

    South Africa in December

    December is usually Cape Town’s hottest month when temperatures frequently breach 30°C. You can expect hot and cloudless days, and almost no rain but December does see the occasional very windy day.

    The Kalahari is still hot, but temperatures are not quite as high as previous months. With the rainfall the bush transforms into various shades of green. Wildlife disperses as water become more widely available.

    The Garden Route enjoys warm to hot days with rain at any time but usually not over an extended period.

    Mid to late December becomes incredibly busy with concerts, festivals and various outdoor activities in Cape Town. Hotel prices rise, tourist attractions and beaches are crowded and most popular sites and restaurants need to be booked in advance.

    • Long, hot sunny days
    • Kgalagadi bursts into life as rainy season kicks in
    • Wildlife viewing a bit trickier as wildlife disperses
    • Cape Town buzzing with concerts, events, festivals etc
    • Peak season: attractions get very busy & accommodation costs rise

    Our view

    Fantastic: the very best time to visit

    Weather in December

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