Grand Roche Hotel
Paarl, South Africa
The luxurious 5-star Grande Roche Hotel is an immaculately restored Cape Dutch homestead surrounded by vineyards and set against a stunning mountain backdrop in the famous Paarl wine region. With gourmet dining, an informal bistro, two outdoor pools and spa treatments, this is an exceptional base from which to discover the region’s very best Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec wines. The ambiance is undeniably luxurious yet there is a relaxed and welcoming feel. The essence of the Grande Roche Hotel experience lies in the 30 unique suites spread over landscaped gardens in the midst of a working wine farm. From the moment you arrive, you are warmly greeted by the guest service team, offered a welcome drink and escorted to your suite through the beautiful gardens. Each of the luxurious suites have been lavishly designed and decorated for the comfort and pampering of guests. It ensure that everyone who visits Grande Roche leaves with special memories of this unique estate escape – a treasure of the Cape Winelands. Chef Kevin’s impressive resume includes running the kitchen at Jan-Hendrik van der Westhuizen’s Michelin starred…
JAN in Nice, France; Head Chef position at Delaire Graff outside Stellenbosch and a stint at Le Petit Manoir restaurant and guest house in Franschhoek, amongst others. Wife Inemari is an established chef in her own right and her creativity as a food stylist will add immense flair to the visual experience of the meal. This formidable team will apply all their skills in the spectacular setting of the Grande Roche - a historical estate where the atmosphere of a bygone era brings a sense of gracious, unhurried living. The terrace, with its picturesque vistas is the ideal daytime setting - from breakfast (classic Eggs Benedict or something more unique like Green Shakshuka) to sunset, with oysters and bubbly or bar snacks and cocktails. For lunch and dinner Kevin envisions a unique blend of fine dining with a laid back atmosphere. “I just want to play with flavors and fresh ingredients and do justice to the long history of this pearl of the Paarl” says Kevin.
All the suites feature flowers, fruits and mineral water on arrival, individual heating cooling air-conditioning, underfloor heating, luxurious bathroom amenities, plush gowns and slippers, 24-hour room service, turndown service with mineral water and chocolate, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and housekeeping services twice daily.
AT A GLANCE – 18 TERRACE SUITES
The eighteen terrace suites are in groups of three, scattered around the estate. All are built in the original Cape colonial style, with thatched roofs, shutters and trailing vines over the private outdoor terrace. Whether you are relaxing in the lounge or enjoying a lazy morning in the bedroom, the view from each room is spectacular. Imagine looking out on the mellow mists of autumn or the bright green vines flanked by roses in the summer, this is the place to be whatever the season.
- Suite size: approx. 549 ft²
AT A GLANCE – 6 LEGACY SUITES
The four studio suites are situated in the charmingly restored coach and carriage houses of the historic estate. They contain a spacious lounge/bedroom and each has its own semi private garden terrace with a magnificent view of the majestic Drakenstein Mountains. One of the rooms is fully equipped for disabled guests.
- Suite size: approx. 495 ft²
AT A GLANCE – 5 HERITAGE SUITES
Grande Roche transformed the old slave quarters on the estate into five duplex suites, with names that reflect their Dutch colonial past: Java, Jasmijn, Batavia, Malabaar and Koljanner. The ground floor of each suite has a spacious lounge, where extra beds can be made up to accommodate families. Upstairs the large bedroom boasts twin or king bed configuration with views across the gardens.
- Suite size: approx. 700 ft²
AT A GLANCE – 1 GARDEN SUITE
A combination of luxury, romance and elegant charm, this suite is in a class of its own. Offering a separate lounge, bedroom with king sized bed, bathroom with double showers, spa bath, small courtyard and private roof top terrace.
- Suite size: approx. 538 ft²
