Title: De Doornkraal Vinotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # De Doornkraal Vinotel Victorian country house with winery and outdoor pool ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/a9c94691.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![22-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/13408ee6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/4a6cda84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/d18011ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/44291dcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies De Doornkraal Vinotel sits in the business district but feels worlds away. Guests attend wine release events and join winery tours at this boutique country house with its own vineyard. The outdoor pool provides relaxation after exploring the property's garden and terrace. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Room service - Breakfast available - Pool - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included £85 includes taxes & fees 24 Oct - 25 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 16 - Oct 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=4794197&PinnedHotelID=4794197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=4794197&PinnedHotelID=4794197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 17 - Oct 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=4794197&PinnedHotelID=4794197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=4794197&PinnedHotelID=4794197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=4794197&PinnedHotelID=4794197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=4794197&PinnedHotelID=4794197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=4794197&PinnedHotelID=4794197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=4794197&PinnedHotelID=4794197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Standard Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/ba73c2a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Free cots/infant beds LED TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding - 140 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Luxury Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/fcec13f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double or Twin Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Free cots/infant beds LED TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding - 205 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Cottage, Garden Area | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/69905533.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage, Garden Area ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Free cots/infant beds LED TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding - 258 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/w742h496x4y3-eaec21e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage, 2 Bedrooms 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Free cots/infant beds LED TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding - 355 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRiversdale-Hotels-De-Doornkraal-Vinotel.h4794197.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRiversdale-Hotels-De-Doornkraal-Vinotel.h4794197.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.08876%2C21.26190&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eCo3HsJTwVPmW-5epmrIPEKB8aE=) 8 Long Street, Riversdale, Western Cape, 6670 #### What's nearby - Julius Gordon Africana Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Riversdale Old Jail / Die Tronk - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Riversdale Hospital - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Riversdale Tourism Office - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles - Stilbaai Golf Club - 35 min drive - 33.3 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Wimpy - ‬2 min drive - ‪Ou Meul Bakery - ‬3 min drive - ‪Nibbling Squirrel - ‬2 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive - ‪Die Rooi Aalwyn Padstal & Koffiepot - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### De Doornkraal Vinotel Upscale boutique country house in the business district At De Doornkraal Vinotel, you can look forward to an attached winery, a terrace and a garden. Sip and savour at this country house, which boasts wine release events, a tasting room and winery tours. The on-site restaurant, De Wingerdt, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a conference centre. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in - A banquet hall, a porter/bellboy and 2 meeting rooms Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Extra amenities include: - Heating and ceiling fans - Egyptian cotton sheets and Tempur-Pedic beds - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths - 22-inch LED TVs with satellite channels - Patios, electric kettles and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305100/13305034/1560dc7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fynbos Guesthouse Riversdale Riversdale - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=13305034&PinnedHotelID=13305034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: ZAR 220 to 242 per person - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - De Wingerdt ### Things to do - 24-hour pool access - Outdoor pool - Private wine tours - Vineyard - Wine tasting room - Winery - Winery release events ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop ### Business services - 2 meeting rooms - Conference centre (1,614 square foot of space) ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Terrace - Vineyard ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 1 floor - 4 buildings - Banquet hall - Built in 1746 - Designated smoking areas - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Egyptian cotton sheets - Tempur-Pedic mattress ### Bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Separate bathtub and shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 22-inch LED TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Ceiling fan - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 220 to 242 for adults and ZAR 0 to 0 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and cash 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties 24-hour pool access Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel Riversdale De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Riversdale Historic Country House Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel Riversdale Doornkraal Historic Boutique Riversdale Doornkraal Historic Boutique Doornkraal Vinotel Riversdale De Doornkraal Vinotel Riversdale De Doornkraal Vinotel Country House De Doornkraal Vinotel Country House Riversdale De Doornkraal Historic Country House Boutique Hotel ## Frequently asked questions ### Does De Doornkraal Vinotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day. ### How much does it cost to stay at De Doornkraal Vinotel? > As of 16 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at De Doornkraal Vinotel on 24 Oct 2025 start from £84.75, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riversdale-Hotels-De-Doornkraal-Vinotel.h4794197.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is De Doornkraal Vinotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at De Doornkraal Vinotel? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at De Doornkraal Vinotel? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. ### What time is check-out at De Doornkraal Vinotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is De Doornkraal Vinotel located? > Situated in the historical district, this boutique country house is within a 10-minute walk of Julius Gordon Africana Centre and Riversdale Old Jail / Die Tronk. Riversdale Hospital and Riversdale Tourism Office are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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