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Grande Roche Hotel

5.0 of 5
Plantasie Street, Paarl 7646, South Africa
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Grande Roche Hotel
Ranked #7 of 16 hotels in Paarl
4.0 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
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Scotland
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

A hotel in a beautiful old estate made up of several different Cape Dutch thatched houses and cottages around a manor house where reception and restaurant are located, the Grande Roche is one of the winelands' oldest luxury relais gourmand hotels. There's load to like including efficient and very friendly staff, excellent food from breakfast through dinner and a glorious... More

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Cape Town
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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We went lunch with some friends because it has wonderful views and is supposed to be 5 star. I ordered a Ceasar salad and was surprised when it arrived with bacon on it ( which was not mentioned on the menu). I explained I did not eat bacon and would they prepare a new one without it,, which they agreed... More

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Sydney
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Exactly what you would expect from a 5 star boutique winery. Great service across the board. The food was some of the best anywhere ink the world. We stayed a more expensive, recently refurbished room. Great views of the surrounding mountains and landscape. The staff could be more helpful. More

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London
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

I find it difficult to choose original words to complement those of reviewer 'Umiani09' below since I agree with everything said. (no we don't know one another!). So in brief + points....location & views, restaurant, greeting and welcome, staff all seemingly enjoying their work. Sommelier Josephine outstanding, passionate and knowledgeable (follow every word of her advice on wine pairing). Have... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

We had a great experience but the rooms are in need of an upgrade. Dinner at Bosmans was excellent. More

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London, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
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We stayed at Grande Roche for two nights in January 2012. The location of the property is truly exquisite - the views at breakfast from Bosman's restuarant are truly breathtaking. Upon arrival you are met at your car by a representative of the hotel who welcomes you and offers you a refreshment - I think this is a really nice... More

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Toronto, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012
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We were supposed to stay 2 nights and only ended up staying one because our room was THAT bad. Musty, no view and low ceilings (where we bumped our heads on a few occasions) made this unbearable for another night. One check out, they didn't refund the proper amount and couldn't seem to get anything straight. They charged us twice... More

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UK
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

We decided to visit this hotel's restaurant for a celebratory so called (and advertised as such in the Cape Times) 'afternoon tea'. We had booked but were not expected. A table was hastily laid but the service was slow and eratic. The 'tea' comprised six little bites each and we struggled to make the experience last 20 minutes. The view... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2011

We drove up to the gates and it was some time before we were allowed to proceed to the car park. We said we wanted to have something to eat. The gardens are wonderful and there were roses everywhere in full bloom. The hotel is surrounded by vineyards and the views across the valley are lovely. The waiter suggested fried... More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2011
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person found this review helpful

The hotel grounds are spectacular and the views from the hotel's terrace, watching the sun go down are quite something. The welcome glass of champagne on arrival is also a wonderful touch. This is unfortunately where our compliments cease. Whilst we were in a standard room, which in itself was delightful with Molten Brown toiletries, the walls to these rooms... More

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Plantasie Street, Paarl 7646, South Africa
Price range (per night):* RM660 - 1,865

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