Built in 1713 as one of the first grand residences in Stellenbosch, the iconic Coopmanhuijs at 33 Church Street underwent three years' painstaking renovation before emerging as the 5-star Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel & Spa in 2010.
Since then, it has consistently ranked #1 on TripAdvisor among all hotels in Stellenbosch. Coopmanhuijs was also awarded a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016, placing it in the top 10% of hotels world-wide.
At Coopmanhuijs, a sense of the history and charm of a bygone era is preserved and teamed with the creations of selected artists and skilled craftsmen.
Combined with unexpected detail and quirky surprises in décor, the result is pure enchantment which simply delights.
16 non-smoking guest rooms are air-conditioned and feature extra-length king size or twin single beds and en-suite Victorian bathrooms with underfloor heating.
Six guest rooms have their own private balconies. The courtyard encloses a tranquil swimming-pool and discreet health spa.
Classic Rooms have king, queen or twin single beds. The rooms have en suite Victorian style bathrooms with bath and/or shower.
The rooms are tastefully decorated and have 100% cotton percale bedding, bath gowns and an exclusive local range of bathroom accouterments.
Room facilities include flat panel satellite television (DSTV), free Wi-Fi, telephone, fully-stocked mini-bar and air-conditioning.
Deluxe Rooms have a private balcony and extra-length king, queen or twin single beds. The rooms have en suite Victorian style bathrooms with bath, separate shower, toilet and bidet.
The rooms are tastefully decorated and have 100% cotton percale bedding, bath gowns and an exclusive local range of bathroom accoutrements.
Luxury Rooms have extra-length king, queen or twin single beds. The rooms have en suiteVictorian style bathrooms with bath, separate shower, toilet and bidet.
Petite Rooms have a double bed and en suite Victorian style bathroom with bath and/or shower. The room is tastefully decorated and have 100% cotton percale bedding, bath gowns and an exclusive local range of bathroom accouterments.
Standard Rooms have a double bed and en suite Victorian style bathroom with bath and/or shower. The rooms are tastefully decorated and have 100% cotton percale bedding, bath gowns and an exclusive local range of bathroom accouterments.
Helena’s Restaurant is located in two adjoining dining areas within Coopmanhuijs. The first area, beneath an antique yellow-wood ceiling, is appointed with richly embossed French wallpaper.
Lighted trees – intricately made of wire – adorn an entire wall.
In the second dining area, hand-hewn poplar dining chairs are set beneath the glass roof of a charming conservatoire, which opens onto the enclosed courtyard and swimming-pool.
Helena’s Restaurant aims to serve heritage food with finesse, often with a subtle twist in the detail – turning the familiar into the spectacular.
The menu is designed to reflect the bounty of the Cape, with specific emphasis on freshness and food provenance. At Helena’s, good unpretentious food and special wine add to the pleasures of life.
Local
The Berg River Dam is a 68-metre high dam on the Berg River in South Africa.
Historic Dorp Street is a national monument and has one of the longest rows of surviving old buildings of any major town in southern Africa.
The 17 km Panorama Trail in the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is for nature lovers who prefer a moderate to strenuous outing.
Oude Meester Brandy Museum gives an in-depth insight into the history of brandy.
The Rupert Museum houses works by renowned South African artists.
The Village museum consists of four period houses namely Schreuderhuis c 1709, Blettermanhuis c 1789, Grosvenor House c 1803 and OM Berghhuis c 1850.
COOPMANHUIJS BOUTIQUE HOTEL
33 Church StStellenbosch CentralStellenbosch 7600South Africa