Alba house is a very heart warming home from home. Our stay (3 adults) was an extremely enjoyable experience. the B&B provides everything to cater for all your needs..and if there is anything missing Ivana does her upmost to deliver the goods! The facilites are exceptional, swimming pool area most welcome after a days walking in the nature reserve. Ivana... More

We stayed 6 nights at Alba house and enjoyed every minute of our stay there. The rooms were very clean and spacious, and had a lovely patio area. The pool was immaculate and all staff were extremely friendly.The breakfasts were very good. The owners made us feel so welcome and were full of knowledge about the best places to visit... More

This is a beautiful property, wonderfully located and possessing a stunning view over the valley and beyond to the mountains. In a delightful garden with a large and beautiful pool, Alba House ought to be suitable for holiday makers wanting a long stay or business people needing to be in Paarl. We stayed for one night because we were attending... More

First time in South Africa for vacation and our expectations were met by far during our fortnight stay in December 2011. Our "home" at Alba House was great, friendly and beautiful. The pictures of Alba house and the garden are telling the truth and the scenery from the house is incredible. The breakfasts kept us going until late afternoon whether... More

There are hundreds of places to stay in the wine region, so picking the right one is always difficult. But if you want a smaller, more personal and intimate place, but still enjoy luxury and with affordable prices, the Alba House is definately a place to consider. The guesthouse is on the southwestern outskirts of Paarl in a beautiful neighbourhood.... More

We had never been to South Africa or Paarl, and had located Alba House, a B&B through the town's website. Email exchange was very cordial, so we booked. The experience was fantastic, not only because of the venue--pristine and well appointed, with great views of the surrounding mountains. The icing on the cake was the hostess, Ivana. She is not... More

We have stayed at Alba House many times in the past few years and the very high standard of acomodation and those wonderful breakfasts are just the same. John and Ivana are the most welcoming and hospitable hosts and nothing is too much trouble for them in giving guests such an enjoyable stay. And, of course, there is that stunning... More

if you like golf, if you like nature and hiking, if you like good food and wine, then Paarl is excellent option. and if you like friendly and relaxed accomodation then Deckers Alba House is one of best to stay in. Questhouse is spacious and hospital-like clean, breakfasts are tasty and always fresh. Outside you can enjoy huge swimming pool,... More

Ivana & John's place, Alba Guesthouse, is absolutely delightful and great value. Ivana and John are perfect hosts and offer up plenty of suggestions of things to do, places to eat etc. The rooms are very comfortable and spacious. We only stayed two nights, but should have organised our itinerary to stay there longer. You should make Alba your base... More