Asara Wine Estate & Hotel

An award-winning wine estate and 5-star hotel in the heart of the Cape Winelands.Asara offers warm hospitality, luxury accommodation, friendly, attentive service and the finest in food and wines. Among its many features are breath-taking views and a tranquil atmosphere.Situated just 4 km from Stellenbosch, and 25 km from Cape Town International Airport, Asara is ideal as a base for exploring the picturesque Cape Winelands and the many attractions of the Cape Peninsula, or for simply relaxing on the estate.Asara has 37 bedrooms and is located a mere 20 minute

An award-winning wine estate and 5-star hotel in the heart of the Cape Winelands.

Asara offers warm hospitality, luxury accommodation, friendly, attentive service and the finest in food and wines. Among its many features are breath-taking views and a tranquil atmosphere.

Situated just 4 km from Stellenbosch, and 25 km from Cape Town International Airport, Asara is ideal as a base for exploring the picturesque Cape Winelands and the many attractions of the Cape Peninsula, or for simply relaxing on the estate.

Asara has 37 bedrooms and is located a mere 20 minutes from Cape Town International Airport and offers warm, professional service with a range of dining options allowing guests to choose from either of its two restaurants, Raphael’s and The Cellar or Sansibar which offers warm ambience, stunning views, a great selection of single malts and cigars.

Asara also offers a full-length heated pool with vineyard views and is the perfect setting for a wedding, with a stunning mountain vistas, fabulous seasonal food and attentive and friendly staff.

Our dining options:

The enjoyment of food and dining is very much part of the Asara experience. We celebrate local, artisanal suppliers whenever possible, and subscribe to an ethos of seasonal, sustainable, flavorful food.
Hotel guests and visitors can choose from several different venues:

-mise en place: Our seasonal, evenings-only Destination Restaurant with elegant décor, superb service and seasonal menu. (open mid-October to end March – Tuesday to Saturday evenings only)

-Sansibar Bistro Open from midday each day, an indoor/outdoor experience with lovely, large terraces and sweeping views.

-Reception Lounge & Courtyard Lounge and outdoor seating in the courtyard at the heart of the hotel with teas, coffees and more.

-Raphael’s Venue for our fabulous buffet and a la carte breakfasts.

-Deli Offers various treats, including in-house ice-creams in summer.