Hotel De Doornkraal Vinotel

8 Lower Long Street, 6670 Riversdale, South Africa – Great location - show map

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8.4
Very good
101 reviews

Very friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable facilities. Dinner at the restaurant was also delicious

Eleonora South Africa

I was travelling with my son who attended a sporting event. We had to leave early in the morning and the hotel accommodated us by making him a small selection of breakfast goodies on a plate with muesli and yoghurt the evening before. Accommodation is beautiful and comfortable.

Alice South Africa

Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. There is just an open an positive vibe to the old building

Ronel South Africa

Breakfast and dinner both very good. Beautiful old town. Quiet location. Felt safe.

Reyna United Kingdom

This is a very nice and comfortable place. The evening meal was very nice and the manager packed me a packed lunch for breakfast which was delicious

Soekie South Africa

The guest house was in a quiet street that had the charm one expects from old places. Ranco was exceptional. We will definitely go back on future trips.

Sandra South Africa

Beautiful large and comfortable rooms. Wonderful meals and pleasant grounds

Srb South Africa

Wilhelm was exceptional to accommodate us with dinner on a Sunday evening!

Frederick South Africa

We had such a wonderful stay at De Doornkraal that we extended our visit to Riversdal Excellent breakfasts and dinners

Ruben South Africa

Everything was excellent and we were very impressed overall. I will visit again and will recommend the B & B. Thank you for great service and tasty breakfast with friendly staff.

Chrizelda South Africa
8.4
Very good
101 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Very friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable facilities. Dinner at the restaurant was also delicious”
    Eleonora Eleonora South Africa South Africa
  • “I was travelling with my son who attended a sporting event. We had to leave early in the morning and the hotel accommodated us by making him a small selection of breakfast goodies on a plate with...”
    Alice Alice South Africa South Africa
  • “Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. There is just an open an positive vibe to the old building”
    Ronel Ronel South Africa South Africa
  • “Breakfast and dinner both very good. Beautiful old town. Quiet location. Felt safe.”
    Reyna Reyna United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “This is a very nice and comfortable place. The evening meal was very nice and the manager packed me a packed lunch for breakfast which was delicious”
    Soekie Soekie South Africa South Africa
  • “The guest house was in a quiet street that had the charm one expects from old places. Ranco was exceptional. We will definitely go back on future trips.”
    Sandra Sandra South Africa South Africa
  • “Beautiful large and comfortable rooms. Wonderful meals and pleasant grounds”
    Srb Srb South Africa South Africa
  • “Wilhelm was exceptional to accommodate us with dinner on a Sunday evening!”
    Frederick Frederick South Africa South Africa
  • “We had such a wonderful stay at De Doornkraal that we extended our visit to Riversdal Excellent breakfasts and dinners”
    Ruben Ruben South Africa South Africa
  • “Everything was excellent and we were very impressed overall. I will visit again and will recommend the B & B. Thank you for great service and tasty breakfast with friendly staff.”
    Chrizelda Chrizelda South Africa South Africa

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness8.7
  • Comfort8.7
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location8.4
  • Free WiFi7.5

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Located on the Garden Route and a 15-minute drive from Garcia Nature Reserve, Doornkraal offers luxurious accommodation with a private patio. There is free on-site parking and Riversdale Train Station is 900 yards away.

Rooms at the De Doornkraal Vinotel feature a satellite TV and an electric kettle. Cottages also offer a seating area and some have a kitchenette.

Breakfast is served daily and the à la carte restaurant serves international cuisine as well as award-winning wines. Guests can also relax on the sun terrace or stroll in the garden.

The Country House provides free Wi-Fi in public areas. It is situated less than a 2-hour drive from De Hoop Marine protected area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

De Doornkraal Vinotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 17 Jan 2012.

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Most popular facilities

1 swimming pool
Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guest reviews

8.4
Very good · 101 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness8.7
  • Comfort8.7
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location8.4
  • Free WiFi7.5

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  • Eleonora South Africa

    “Very friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable facilities. Dinner at the restaurant was also delicious”

  • Alice South Africa

    “I was travelling with my son who attended a sporting event. We had to leave early in the morning and the hotel accommodated us by making him a small selection of breakfast goodies on a plate with muesli and yoghurt the evening before. Accommodation is beautiful and comfortable.”

  • Ronel South Africa

    “Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. There is just an open an positive vibe to the old building”

  • Reyna United Kingdom

    “Breakfast and dinner both very good. Beautiful old town. Quiet location. Felt safe.”

  • Soekie South Africa

    “This is a very nice and comfortable place. The evening meal was very nice and the manager packed me a packed lunch for breakfast which was delicious”

  • Sandra South Africa

    “The guest house was in a quiet street that had the charm one expects from old places. Ranco was exceptional. We will definitely go back on future trips.”

  • Srb South Africa

    “Beautiful large and comfortable rooms. Wonderful meals and pleasant grounds”

  • Frederick South Africa

    “Wilhelm was exceptional to accommodate us with dinner on a Sunday evening!”

  • Ruben South Africa

    “We had such a wonderful stay at De Doornkraal that we extended our visit to Riversdal Excellent breakfasts and dinners”

  • Chrizelda South Africa

    “Everything was excellent and we were very impressed overall. I will visit again and will recommend the B & B. Thank you for great service and tasty breakfast with friendly staff.”

Property questions and answers
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  • Hi do you offer dinner?
    Good day, Yes we do have an onsite Restaurant, and we will be happy to serve you some of Chef Luca's meals looking forward to your visit - please book a table for dinner in order not to be disappointed Regards Eleane
    Answered on 20 January 2022
  • Hi is This accommodation pet friendly for two mini Shnausers?
    good day I am so so sorry, we are not accommodating our furry kids - so sorry ... regards
    Answered on 20 January 2022
  • Hi, we have a 3 year old, a 4 month old and a small well behaved dog. Would this cottage be able to accommodate us?
    Good day Im so sorry, but we can not allow your doggie kids at all., Sorry for the inconvenience Regards Eleane 0728036455
    Asked about: Two-Bedroom Cottage • Answered on 1 March 2022
  • my bus stop Wednesday morning about 3 clock how will I get key
    Good day Please mail me at info@dedoornkraal with your booking details and name to arrange Regards
    Answered on 22 January 2022
  • good day may i pls confirm my booking on the 21st instead of the 20th to avoid paying the full fee as cancellation fee. The trails are on the 21st
    Good day Please mail me at info@dedoornkraal with your booking details Regards
    Answered on 22 January 2022

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Hotel surroundings *
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What's nearby
  • Riversdale Golf club
    1.9 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/bar Baleia Wines
    1.9 miles
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1 restaurant on site

    De Wingerdt Restaurant

    Cuisine: International

    Open for: Lunch, Dinner

    Menu: À la carte

Facilities of De Doornkraal Vinotel

Most popular facilities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free! All pools are free of charge
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Pool/beach towels
Languages spoken
  • English
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House rules De Doornkraal Vinotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

14:00 - 20:00

Check-out

07:00 - 11:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children aged 16 years and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 295 per child, per night

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the room you choose. Please check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

FAQs about De Doornkraal Vinotel

  • De Doornkraal Vinotel is 750 yards from the centre of Riversdale.

  • The prices at De Doornkraal Vinotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at De Doornkraal Vinotel include:

    • Double
    • Family

  • De Doornkraal Vinotel has 1 restaurant:

    • De Wingerdt Restaurant

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at De Doornkraal Vinotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private parking
    • Parking
    • Free parking

  • Guests staying at De Doornkraal Vinotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • De Doornkraal Vinotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Check-in at De Doornkraal Vinotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.