River Manor Boutique Hotel By The Living Journey Collection in Stellenbosch

River Manor Boutique Hotel has 18 rooms across four categories. Each room is air-conditioned and includes a seating area, satellite TV, and a private bathroom. The rooms feature Cape antiques paired with contemporary furniture, plus a laptop safe. Complimentary toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers are provided. Some rooms face the garden or one of the two pools.

Breakfast is served daily from a cold buffet plus made-to-order hot dishes like eggs Benedict and avocado toast. Guests can eat on the terrace overlooking the garden and pools. Afternoon tea and cake are offered free each day. The bar serves wine, champagne, and snacks, with light meals available throughout the day.

The hotel has two swimming pools-each gets sun at different times of the day-set in a landscaped garden with water features and fruit trees. Sun loungers and pool towels are provided. A spa and wellness centre offers massages, facials, body treatments, and a hot tub, plus outdoor pool access. Guests can use Peloton bikes, Technogym equipment, and book guided yoga classes.

The hotel sits on the banks of the Eerste River, a 5-minute walk from Stellenbosch University Botanical Gardens, The Rupert Museum, and Oom Samie Se Winkel. Stellenbosch University is 800 metres away. Restaurants, cafes, and wine bars are within walking distance. Safe, off-street parking is available for about 8 cars. A shuttle service to the airport can be arranged.

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, concierge service, and private check-in/check-out. Room service is available from 07:00-23:00. Guests can arrange wine tours or hiking trips through the tour desk. Parking is free. A library, shared lounge, and TV area are open to all guests.