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Reviews of De Leeuwenhof Estate 4 stars

De Leeuwenhof Estate, Sonstraal Road, 7646 Paarl, South Africa

#11 of 42 B&Bs and Inns in Paarl

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 175 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    7.6

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  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    9.0
    Good value spot close to Paarl
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Old Stable
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Two singles pushed together with single duvets does not constitute a double bed. Blackout curtains would be preferred

    Large comfortable room with excellent shower. Ac is effective. Lovely pool, bar and restaurant area. My favourite beer is on tap. Easy access and parking near room.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious, clean countryside

    Woodfire and soothing music at breakfast Best ever

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    10
    10/10 would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t have any dislikes

    The accommodation was neat and well maintained The staff was very friendly and accommodating to my needs

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had two single beds in our cottage. A double bed would've been much better. 😊

    Stunning venue with friendly and helpful staff members.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Old Stable
    • Stayed 1 night

    Obsolutly GREAT Host and super friendly staff

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    10
    Beautiful location, spacious and very comfortable rooms with many amenities and exceptional staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I did not like.

    The location was perfect. The breakfast exceeded our expectations and the staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    10
    Amazing estate with great staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice estate, rooms & cottages are nicely spread around the estate so you have privacy.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cape Manor Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is beautiful with gorgeous grounds. Our apartment was comfortable and equipped with everything required, especially if self catering is an option. Breakfast and dinner were delicious.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2025

    10
    Great facility and staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location and facilities are great. It is a quiet oasis in a working farm and the staff friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cape Manor Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Exceptionally friendly staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    8.0
    Authentic farmstay, excellent food
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Old Stable
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast choices a bit limited

    Rustic and authentic, lovely restaurant area by the pool, amazing food cooked by the hosts.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    9.0
    A perfect retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon King Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bit dark in the room, hard to do make up etc Bathroom was dark

    Beautiful estate in gorgeous grounds. Lovely kind caring staff Very accommodating to any requests Outside space and views which was essential for our needs

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    8.0
    Enjoyable, very friendly and helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Old Stable
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Supper - over priced

    Great breakfast

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful farm, very bice staff and good food.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    10
    Beautiful & welcoming - a must stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cannot recommend enough, this family run place has a wonderful welcoming atmosphere. The meals are delicious, they serve drinks by the pool, the rooms are comfortable and the whole place is beautiful. I was travelling solo and Tessa went out of her way to make sure I was having a good time and had everything I needed. I would love to go back!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2025

    10
    A peaceful oasis
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    De Leeuwenhof Estate is a wonderful oasis of tranquility. From the moment you arrive, you feel warmly welcomed - the owners and staff are incredibly friendly and make sure guests have a fantastic stay. The accommodation was spotless, the entire estate is beautifully maintained, and the service is excellent. The pool was clean and inviting, and given the heat during our visit, we truly appreciated the chance to cool off! For those who need to work remotely, the WiFi was stable and fast, and MTN mobile coverage was also reliable, making it easy to get things done. A special mention goes to the exceptional dining experience. Some reviews mention limited choices and pricing, but it’s important to note: the chef prepares meals exclusively for house guests and at a truly high level - the food was absolutely delicious. Many high-end restaurants, including Michelin-starred establishments, also serve set menus. Yes, you can find cheaper options nearby, perhaps even different styles of cuisine, but within this serene and intimate setting and the quality, the price is fully justified. We highly recommend dining here at least once during your stay - it’s well worth it! We’ll certainly be back and can highly recommend this beautiful estate for anyone looking for a relaxing, high-quality stay near Paarl.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2025

    8.0
    Lovely stay in cottage on fruit farm
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The single choice at dinner was good but overpriced by local standards. Lack of a price list for the bar & mini bar drinks.

    Location on a fruit farm was lovely. The swimming pool very welcome in the heat of Paarl. The selection of fruit at breakfast was very good.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Old Stable
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful setting and beautiful staff

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2025

    9.0
    A delightful stay, we hope to return one day
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Heritage Barnyard
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A couple of very minor issues that caused us no problems - lukewarm water one morning and a missing dstv handset

    The owners and their staff were wonderful

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Classic Old Stable
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host is exceptional 👌 great food, clean rooms and overall excellent service. Will definitely be visiting again.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2025

    9.0
    Excellent place to stay with lots of history. Staff were brilliant. Food was delicious.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Tessa and her staff were attentive, friendly and very helpful. Great chef.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2025

    9.0
    Any niggles made up by charming owners and staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Plug in basin perpetually leaked a little so difficult shaving! TV totally beyond our abilities to find what we wanted.

    Excellent location, good food and service

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    10
    We had a very enjoyable couple of days at the venue. The room was very spacious,clean with coffee and tea making facili
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was excellent and the facilities and room were much lovelier than we expected.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    9.0
    An amazing stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing we didn’t like!

    Location excellent. Breakfast excellent. Internet excellent.

    Stayed in January 2025

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