Experience charming countryside hospitality in South Africa
De Doornkraal Vinotel is a four-star, family owned hotel in Riversdale, the first Garden Route town when travelling from Cape Town and a proud multiple national and regional winner of the prestigious Lilizela Tourism Award.
We are committed to providing service excellence and ensuring that our guests feel that they are at home whilst away from home.
Enjoy a memorable stay in De Doornkraal’s luxurious en-suite rooms
Our splendid facilities and service will ensure that your stay with us is a comfortable one. You have a choice of luxury or standard en suite rooms with private entrances, as well as two cottages with private lounges located on our wine estate. Enjoy a drink served by our attentive team in the wine garden, private lounges or by the pool. Interior Design by Adriaan Lochner.
Taste De Doornkraal’s award-winning Syrah wines
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to taste our award-winning wines, born on the banks of the
Vette River in the single-block Syrah vineyard of the Aan’t Vette Wine Estate.
Our Syrah wines have been appraised by numerous prestigious award shows such as
the Traditional South African Young Wine Show and the Veritas awards. Find out more on our
Winery page.
Awards
The Team’s Proud Accomplishments
4x Winner
2x Winner
2x Winner
The owners have also been recognised by The Simon van der Stel Foundation for their contribution toward the conservation of our architectural heritage.