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3-star hotels in Constantia
A shortlist of the 3-star hotels and guest houses in and around Constantia, the green wine valley below Table Mountain, for wine lovers, families with a hire car, golfers and anyone who wants space and trees instead of a sea view.
Staying in Constantia
Constantia is where the South African wine industry started in 1685, on the eastern slopes below Constantia Nek and the back side of Table Mountain. It is a wealthy, deeply green residential valley of high walls, horse paddocks and oak avenues, with eight working wine estates inside its boundaries and Constantia Village at the middle of it. At 9pm nothing is happening: there are no bars, no strip and no street life, and estate restaurants take last orders between 8.30pm and 9pm. That silence is the product on sale. It suits wine people, families with a hire car and golfers, and makes a strong touring base, with Kirstenbosch, Tokai Forest, Muizenberg beach and the whole Southern Suburbs within twenty minutes. It suits backpackers, non-drivers and nightlife seekers badly.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
2 On Lismore
2 Lismore Avenue, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereSet on Lismore Avenue, this 3-star guest house suits families and longer stays: family rooms come with a kitchen or kitchenette and a dishwasher, and there is a playground and outdoor pool in the garden. Guests can eat in the lounge or order breakfast in the room, and free parking and free wifi are provided. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 97 reviews, it also has a fireplace and air conditioning.
See 2 On LismoreConstantia Spring
42 Nova Constantia Road 7806 Constantiacape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Nova Constantia Road, Constantia Spring is a 3-star option for travellers who need to mix work and leisure, with a business centre, a computer room and wedding services alongside an outdoor pool and garden. Express check in, free parking and free wifi keep the stay simple, and there is a picnic area for warm afternoons. It holds a guest rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 24 reviews.
See Constantia SpringAscot Gardens Self Catering
8 Eksteen Avenue, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereAscot Gardens Self Catering on Eksteen Avenue is built around independent stays: each unit has a kitchen or kitchenette with oven, microwave and dishwasher, and family rooms, cots and high chairs are available. Children have a playground, and the garden and terrace give adults space to relax. The 3-star property is wheelchair accessible, offers free parking and free wifi, and scores 4.2 out of 5 from 43 reviews.
See Ascot Gardens Self CateringWink Eaton Square
167 Main Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereWink Eaton Square on Main Road puts guests close to the beach and to a golf course, with a restaurant on site and breakfast, lunch and special diets catered for. The 3-star hotel has family rooms, a kitchen with oven and microwave, lifts and a shuttle service, plus free wifi and parking. Housekeeping and laundry keep longer stays easy; 132 reviews give it 3.7 out of 5.
See Wink Eaton SquareAlphens Edge Boutique Retreat
Peter Cloete Avenue Constantia Constantiacape Townwestern Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAlphens Edge Boutique Retreat on Peter Cloete Avenue is a small 3-star retreat with a garden, terrace, lounge and outdoor pool, plus a tennis court for guests. Breakfast is served, the front desk is staffed 24 hours, and concierge, babysitting and meeting room services cover both families and working visitors. Free parking and free wifi are included, and it is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 reviews.
See Alphens Edge Boutique RetreatConstantia Woods
127 Constantia Road Kapstadtcape Townwestern Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereConstantia Woods on Constantia Road is a 3-star base with an outdoor pool, garden and terrace, a shuttle service and a casino for evenings out. Shops are within the property's offering, babysitting is available for families, and guests park and use wifi for free. It is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 7 reviews.
See Constantia WoodsNavona Constantia Guest Cottage
10 Angus Avenue, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereNavona Constantia Guest Cottage on Angus Avenue is a 3-star cottage for self-catering stays, with a full kitchen including oven, dishwasher and microwave, plus a washing machine and a swimming pool. Air conditioning, a patio and a garden make it comfortable in summer, and express check in, free parking and free wifi add convenience. Family-friendly features include a cot and non smoking rooms.
See Navona Constantia Guest CottageTiana Guest House
15 Gerrie Avenue Dennedal Tokai Dennendal Cape Town 7945 South Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereTiana Guest House on Gerrie Avenue in Dennendal suits guests who want activities on the doorstep: an outdoor pool, a golf course, horse back riding and bicycle hire are all offered, along with a bar and lounge and a library. The 3-star house has a kitchen, room service, laundry and a shuttle service, with free parking and free wifi. A supermarket and ATM are also on hand.
See Tiana Guest HouseConstantia Vista
34 Price Drive, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereGuests can cook in the kitchen or kitchenette, and the fireplace and air conditioning handle cooler and warmer days. The beach and a golf course are nearby; the front desk is staffed 24 hours and parking and wifi are free.
See Constantia VistaConstantia Cottages
14 Walloon Road, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Car parking
Why stay hereConstantia Cottages on Walloon Road is a 3-star choice for active guests, with a fitness centre, sauna and spa on site and diving, sailing and surfing nearby. An outdoor pool, garden and terrace provide quieter downtime, and babysitting, concierge and laundry services are available. It is wheelchair accessible, has free parking and free wifi, and sits close to a golf course and shops.
See Constantia CottagesKlein Bosheuwel Guest House
51A Klaasens Road Bishopscourt, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Wifi
Why stay hereKlein Bosheuwel Guest House on Klaasens Road in Bishopscourt is a 3-star property with a swimming pool, wifi and a TV. The simple facility list suits guests who want a quiet, uncomplicated base in the Constantia area.
See Klein Bosheuwel Guest HouseLittle House
1 Connor Close, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLittle House on Connor Close is a 3-star self-catering option with a kitchen or kitchenette, a jacuzzi and a swimming pool. Air conditioning, a balcony, a patio and a garden cover indoor and outdoor comfort, while fishing and horse back riding are nearby for days out. Free parking and free wifi are provided, and housekeeping and laundry services are available.
See Little House33 Strawberry Lane
33 Strawberry Lane, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay here33 Strawberry Lane is a 3-star house for families and groups, with family rooms, a sofa bed, a kitchen or kitchenette and a washing machine. A fireplace, balcony, patio and garden extend the living space, and the beach and a golf course are close by. Express check in, free parking and free wifi are included, and there are picnic and barbecue-style picnic areas.
See 33 Strawberry LaneAfribode Maple Cottage
1 Maple Lane, Cape Town, South Africa
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAfribode Maple Cottage on Maple Lane is a compact 3-star cottage with a kitchen or kitchenette, a balcony, a patio and a garden. It suits couples or small families wanting self-catering independence, with a cot available, non smoking rooms, free parking and free wifi. The beach and a golf course are nearby.
See Afribode Maple CottageAlphen Lodge
21 Brommersvlei Road Constantia 7806, Constantia, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAlphen Lodge on Brommersvlei Road in Constantia is a 3-star guest house with an outdoor pool, a salt water pool and a garden with a terrace. Family rooms are available, and laundry and luggage storage help with longer visits. Free parking and free wifi are provided, and the beach and a golf course are within reach.
See Alphen Lodge
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 On Lismore | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Constantia Spring | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Ascot Gardens Self Catering | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Wink Eaton Square | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Constantia Woods | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Navona Constantia Guest Cottage | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Tiana Guest House | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Constantia Vista | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Constantia Cottages | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Klein Bosheuwel Guest House | ★★★ | – | – | Yes |
| Little House | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| 33 Strawberry Lane | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Afribode Maple Cottage | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Alphen Lodge | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
2 On Lismore has family rooms and a playground, Ascot Gardens Self Catering adds cots and high chairs, and 33 Strawberry Lane offers family rooms with a sofa bed. All three have kitchens or kitchenettes, gardens and free car parking, which matters in a valley where you drive everywhere.
2 On Lismore · Ascot Gardens Self Catering · 33 Strawberry Lane
Wine valley base
Constantia Spring sits on Nova Constantia Road, Alphen Lodge on Brommersvlei Road and Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat on Peter Cloete Avenue, all named for the estate lanes they are on, and 2 On Lismore is minutes away. Each has a garden and an outdoor pool, so a day of tastings ends in the valley itself.
Constantia Spring · Alphen Lodge · Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat · 2 On Lismore
Self-catering
Ascot Gardens Self Catering, Afribode Maple Cottage, Constantia Vista, Little House and 33 Strawberry Lane all provide kitchens, and several add a dishwasher, oven and washing machine. Good for longer stays and for anyone travelling with children who would rather eat in after an early estate dinner.
Ascot Gardens Self Catering · Afribode Maple Cottage · Constantia Vista · Little House · 33 Strawberry Lane
Top rated
By guest rating, Constantia Spring leads with 4.7 out of 5 from 24 reviews, followed by 2 On Lismore at 4.4 from 97 reviews and Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat at 4.3. Constantia Spring also has an outdoor pool, a business centre and free car parking.
Constantia Spring · 2 On Lismore · Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat
Where to stay in Constantia
Bishopscourt
Klein Bosheuwel Guest House sits on Klaasens Road in Bishopscourt, on the Table Mountain side of the valley, with a swimming pool and wifi. A leafy, high-walled residential pocket, it keeps you close to Constantia Nek and the estates along the M41 while staying well clear of any street life.
Our picks here: Klein Bosheuwel Guest House
Tokai
Tiana Guest House is on Gerrie Avenue in Dennedal, Tokai, ten minutes south of Constantia. Tokai is the SANParks pine plantation and fynbos section, with graded mountain-bike trails and the Elephants Eye cave hike about ninety minutes up, plus Tokai Manor and picnic areas at the entrance.
Our picks here: Tiana Guest House
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
There is no rail service in the valley itself; the Metrorail Southern Line runs down the far side of the M3 through Claremont, Wynberg and Plumstead, from where you need a car for the last four kilometres. Drive the M3 or the M41 and M42 that link the wine estates, and note that traffic policing on the M3 is genuinely active. Estate restaurants close early and the roads are unlit in places, so an evening in the City Bowl or Kalk Bay means a designated driver or an Uber.
When to go
Summer days run long and dry, and estate terraces such as the one at Constantia Nek stay open until around 8pm, which suits late tastings but brings the busiest tasting rooms by noon. Spring and autumn give cooler, quieter estate visits with the oaks still in leaf, and winter is the valley's greenest, wettest season, better for cellar tours and long lunches at Jonkershuis than for the Elephants Eye climb or the Alphen Trail.
Things to do near Constantia
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the wine estates?
Constantia Spring on Nova Constantia Road, Alphen Lodge on Brommersvlei Road and Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat on Peter Cloete Avenue all sit on Constantia estate lanes. Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting and the other estates lie within ten minutes of each other on the M41 and M42, so a car is needed either way.
Do the hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at 2 On Lismore, Constantia Spring, Ascot Gardens Self Catering, Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat, Constantia Woods, Navona Constantia Guest Cottage, Tiana Guest House, Constantia Vista, Constantia Cottages, Little House, 33 Strawberry Lane, Afribode Maple Cottage and Alphen Lodge. Wink Eaton Square and Constantia Cottages also list parking.
Which hotels are best for families?
2 On Lismore, Ascot Gardens Self Catering and 33 Strawberry Lane all list family rooms. 2 On Lismore adds a playground, Ascot Gardens adds cots and high chairs, and 33 Strawberry Lane includes a sofa bed. Constantia Woods, Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat and Constantia Cottages list babysitting service.
Which hotels have a pool?
Constantia Spring, Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat, Constantia Woods, Constantia Vista, Constantia Cottages, Alphen Lodge and Little House all list a pool, and Alphen Lodge specifies a salt water pool. Klein Bosheuwel Guest House lists a swimming pool as well.
Do any of these hotels serve breakfast?
Wink Eaton Square, Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat and 2 On Lismore list breakfast, with 2 On Lismore also offering breakfast in room. Ascot Gardens Self Catering, Afribode Maple Cottage, Constantia Vista and 33 Strawberry Lane have kitchens instead, so you can make your own.
Which is the best-rated hotel on this list?
Constantia Spring has the highest guest rating, 4.7 out of 5 from 24 reviews, followed by 2 On Lismore at 4.4 from 97 reviews and Alphens Edge Boutique Retreat at 4.3 from 4 reviews. Ascot Gardens Self Catering scores 4.2 from 43 reviews and Constantia Woods 4.1 from 7 reviews.
Can I stay in Constantia without a car?
It is difficult. There is no rail service in the valley, the Metrorail Southern Line stops on the far side of the M3 in Claremont, Wynberg and Plumstead, and you need a car for the last four kilometres.
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Cape Town?
Wink Eaton Square on Main Road and Tiana Guest House in Dennedal, Tokai sit on the edges of the valley rather than in Constantia proper. The City Bowl is a drive of about twenty minutes from Constantia, and traffic policing on the M3 is genuinely active.