Pearl Valley Hotel - Paarl

Luxury Cape Winelands hotel with Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course access

Golf & Recreation

Pearl Valley Hotel sits within the Val de Vie Estate, offering guests access to the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, ranked among the top 3 courses in South Africa. The course is the best conditioned in the Western Cape, and guests staying at the hotel can also use the golf club's bar, restaurants, and pool. Beyond golf, the hotel provides a tennis court, hiking and cycling trails, and live sport events on site.

Accommodations

Pearl Valley Hotel offers 63 one-bedroom suites, one of which is wheelchair friendly, each designed with a separate lounge area and a large balcony overlooking the golf course or lake. Rooms include a kitchenette with a fridge, stove, and crockery, though self-catering is not permitted, and guests are encouraged to use the two on-site restaurants. Suites feature large bathrooms with both a bath and a separate walk-in shower, and a king-size bed for comfort.

Dining

Two on-site restaurants serve guests: The Valley Restaurant and Backs Restaurant & Deli, both offering à la carte dishes including grills, pasta, salads, pizzas, and desserts. Breakfast is ordered from the menu (not a buffet) and includes a choice of coffee; the sushi at Backs receives particular praise from guests. Wine and champagne are available, and special diet menus can be arranged upon request.

Wellness & Spa

Camelot Spa at Pearl Valley Hotel provides diverse wellness treatments, including massages and facials, with a focus on relaxation. The hotel operates two outdoor swimming pools-one with a pool bar and a water slide, plus a separate children's pool-and a fully equipped fitness center that guests rate as 'fabulous.' Sun loungers, umbrellas, and pool towels are provided around both pools.

Family & Activities

Families are welcome at Pearl Valley Hotel, with amenities including a children's pool, play parks, and themed dinner nights. The hotel is family-friendly, offering family rooms and a shuttle service to explore the nearby Cape Winelands attractions, such as the Franschhoek Wine Tram and Le Bonheur Crocodile Farm. The estate's 24-hour security and key card access provide a safe environment for children to play.

• Golf: Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course (top 3 in SA)
• Rooms: 63 one-bedroom suites with lake or golf views
• Dining: The Valley Restaurant & Backs Restaurant & Deli
• Wellness: Camelot Spa & two outdoor pools
• Family: Children's pool, play parks, themed dinner nights
• Location: Within Val de Vie Estate, 37 miles from Cape Town Airport