Title: 10 Historic Hotels in South Africa for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Top Cities in South Africa

![Victoria and Alfred Waterfront which includes a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/197000/197898-Cape-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Cape Town

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![Durban featuring a city, general coastal views and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44731-Durban.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Durban

[](https://expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Historic-Hotel.0-0-d1073-tHistoricHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Johannesburg - Gauteng showing a skyscraper, a sunset and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65140-Johannesburg-Gauteng-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Johannesburg

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![Knysna Quays](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/198000/198298-Knysna.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Knysna

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## Check availability on South Africa Historic Hotels

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## Our top choices for South Africa historic hotels

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2839300/2839262/fdb955cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2839300/2839262/0b6285b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2839300/2839262/0c841e98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2839300/2839262/53b9c798.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cape Heritage Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Cape-Heritage-Hotel.h2839262.Hotel-Information)

Cape Town City Centre

9.8/10

Exceptional

(291)

"We loved our one night stay at Caoe heritage Hotel! Not only for its convenient central location and quietness, but also for its decor and charm, and most importantly for the warm hearted service we received. It happened to be one of us’s birthday. Sam and Bonford went out of their way to make the birthday girl feel happy and special. Love it, wish we stayed longer. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Birong

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Cape-Heritage-Hotel.h2839262.Hotel-Information)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/663700/663635/66f8d6a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/663700/663635/ffe0f451.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/663700/663635/7879e37f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/663700/663635/76950e95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront-Breakwater-Lodge.h663635.Hotel-Information)

Green Point

8.2/10

Very good

(775)

"Lovely location, awesome history but the room airon, room size and no gym let it down. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Conrad

CA $226

CA $262 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Cape-Town-Waterfront-Breakwater-Lodge.h663635.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3760000/3750900/3750887/9060671b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3760000/3750900/3750887/78bf3378.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3760000/3750900/3750887/b39e7b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3760000/3750900/3750887/7366f292.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Coopmanhuijs-Boutique-Hotel.h3750887.Hotel-Information)

Stellenbosch Central

9.6/10

Exceptional

(297)

"Fantastic location- had been worried it may be a little noisy bit it was absolutely no issue at all. Super comfy room, best sheets and shower ever!! Used the pool area which is quite small but enough, and enjoyed breakfast outside most mornings- lovely. Great assistance from all the team there but stand out colleague Shane- great tips and recommendations and a really genuine nature about him. Would absolutely revisit!"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Angela

CA $267

CA $307 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Coopmanhuijs-Boutique-Hotel.h3750887.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3620000/3612900/3612816/e8732171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3620000/3612900/3612816/bd4e4fed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3620000/3612900/3612816/a2b1d4a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3620000/3612900/3612816/b8194ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Eendracht Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Eendracht-Hotel.h3612816.Hotel-Information)

Stellenbosch Central

9.2/10

Wonderful

(163)

"Very comfortable guesthouse on a quiet street in beautiful Stellenbosch. The staff are wonderful, as is the breakfast. "

![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg)

Thomas

CA $186

CA $216 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Eendracht-Hotel.h3612816.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/a9c94691.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![22-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/13408ee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/44291dcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4794200/4794197/4a6cda84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### De Doornkraal Vinotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Riversdale-Hotels-De-Doornkraal-Vinotel.h4794197.Hotel-Information)

Riversdale

8.8/10

Excellent

(37)

"Friendly Clean Enjoy stay "

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Christina

CA $145

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Riversdale-Hotels-De-Doornkraal-Vinotel.h4794197.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13128200/13128121/8abbef46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13128200/13128121/8aa83621.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13128200/13128121/b991239b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13128200/13128121/0780d7c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### 1692 De Kleijne Bos Country House

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-1692-De-Kleijne-Bos-Country-House.h13128121.Hotel-Information)

Paarl

9.2/10

Wonderful

(40)

"Amazing find on the outskirts of Paarl. This historic Cape Dutch farm has bern tastefully decoratrd and restored with "craftsmanship" finishes and great attention to detail. Also a nice lounge with cosy fireplace. It's a small but intimate B&B with only 6 rooms. A beautiful and quiet location worth staying for longer than one night to explore the area and winelands."

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Claudia

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-1692-De-Kleijne-Bos-Country-House.h13128121.Hotel-Information)

![Buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1142700/1142623/f2c7e0b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Double Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1142700/1142623/2fb1e1e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1142700/1142623/b1f5a188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1142700/1142623/f444f6a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tudor Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Tudor-Hotel.h1142623.Hotel-Information)

Cape Town City Centre

7.6/10

Good

(270)

"It was closed the entire time I was there and received no refund"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Tudor-Hotel.h1142623.Hotel-Information)

![Villa | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/696000/695944/9ce18f4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/696000/695944/5b236c5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/696000/695944/fd01cf40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premier Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/696000/695944/6aff9030.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Steenberg Hotel & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Steenberg-Hotel.h695944.Hotel-Information)

Steenberg Estate

9.6/10

Exceptional

(161)

"The Steenberg Hotel is a fabulous oasis of tranquility, with wonderful, knowledgeable, and courteous staff, great breakfasts and an excellent dinner menu at Tryn. Thank you for the perfect ending to our Cape Town trip."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Andrew

CA $499

CA $578 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 16 - Dec 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Steenberg-Hotel.h695944.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2942200/2942182/146bea28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2942200/2942182/952e36b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hot springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2942200/2942182/3657d7c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2950000/2942200/2942182/d52dde10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### De Kloof Luxury Estate

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Swellendam-Hotels-De-Kloof-Luxury-Estate.h2942182.Hotel-Information)

Swellendam

9.6/10

Exceptional

(91)

"Unfortunately power was out in Swellendam during our stay (of course not their fault) but generator was kept on only for short periods of time. Otherwise, beautiful property gardens, pool, and luxurious accommodations."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Alan

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Swellendam-Hotels-De-Kloof-Luxury-Estate.h2942182.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4253800/4253784/fcad505c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, Garden Area (Aloe) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4253800/4253784/7ae03596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4253800/4253784/632f0c34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4253800/4253784/9c080388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Augusta de Mist Country House

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Swellendam-Hotels-Augusta-De-Mist-Country-House.h4253784.Hotel-Information)

Swellendam

10/10

Exceptional

(49)

"Wonderful experience - incredibly enthusiastic, talented and knowledge owners - unbelievable food at evening meal. Only served every other night so make sure you book at least one night for evening meal. Accommodation lovely and very private. Even get an early morning car wash in with the room rate!!"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Swellendam-Hotels-Augusta-De-Mist-Country-House.h4253784.Hotel-Information)

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## Top South Africa Hotel Reviews

![Taj Cape Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3020000/3016400/3016361/457d7663_y.jpg)

### Taj Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service as always"

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Taj-Cape-Town.h3016361.Hotel-Information)

![Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18650000/18644300/18644202/1a4c78a9_y.jpg)

### Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and really nice hotel "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-RED-Hotel-VA-Waterfront-Cape-Town.h18644202.Hotel-Information)

![City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/7cfaa0a7_y.jpg)

### City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable and convenient "

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-At-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h8403573.Hotel-Information)

![Premier Hotel OR Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3843900/3843897/3f4075ad_y.jpg)

### Premier Hotel OR Tambo

10/10 Excellent

"Airport shuttle very easy to work."

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Premier-Hotel-OR-Tambo.h3843897.Hotel-Information)

![Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/c1c8158d_y.jpg)

### Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, friendly staff, beautiful surroundings good food, and wonderful cocktails by the pool in the afternoon. Right next to the airport, you can actually see the planes. Would come back again."

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-OR-Tambo-Airport.h3003373.Hotel-Information)

![Southern Sun O.R Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/29878d44_y.jpg)

### Southern Sun O.R Tambo

10/10 Excellent

"Yes it was"

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Southern-Sun-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h48843.Hotel-Information)

![Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1320800/1320739/44189984_y.jpg)

### Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Lagoon-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h1320739.Hotel-Information)

![Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8404400/8404390/1f0fe700_y.jpg)

### Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Huge rooms and bathrooms, everything was perfect, the sux gentle "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Road-Lodge-Cape-Town-International-Airport.h8404390.Hotel-Information)

![One&Only Cape Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2450000/2442800/2442736/w3840h2557x0y3-e3929b14_y.jpg)

### One&Only Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"The room was large and spotless and the view of Table Mountain was spectacular. The little gifts left after turndown were a beautiful touch, quite fitting to the whole hotel. Last but no least the guest experience staff and concierge staff were amazing and made our visit that bit more special. If we can, we will definately be back."

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-OneOnly-Cape-Town.h2442736.Hotel-Information)