Alba House Guest House is a luxury 4**** Bed and Breakfast in Paarl, in the centre of Cape Winelands, Western Cape. Paarl is 30 minutes drive from Cape Town and 40 minutes to the Cape Town International Airport.
The guest house is situated in a quiet, elevated residential area, with sweeping views over the Winelands, on the outskirts of town, close to the N1 towards Cape Town. Paarl boasts the longest Main Road in Africa, great valley surrounded by mountain ranges with river Berg supplying water to the surrounding wine farms. The Main Road is lined by old oak trees providing pleasant shade on hot summer days. Enjoy the street caffes, restaurants, bars, galleries, gift shops in this beautiful green town, with vines growing along the road.
Come and enjoy beautiful mountain views over the garden, and valley beyond. Mature well maintained garden. Very large swimming pool with sun loungers and shady umbrellas. Guest lounge with stunning views. Rooms are light and airy, furnished to a very high standard. En-suite facilities, ceiling fans, air conditioning and some under floor heating, heaters provided in the winter, guest gowns and slippers for guests comfort, Satellite TV, WiFi internet connection, safe, stocked bar fridge, tea tray, hair dryer, radio alarm clock, fresh flowers in the rooms.
• Private garden entrances to all rooms and own patio seating.
• Guest lounge with stunning view
• Safe parking on premises.
• Car hire arranged
• Airport Shuttle / Transfers arranged
• Fax and Email Facilities
• Complimentary refreshments on arrival
• Laundry services available on the premises
• Close to restaurants, wine farms and shopping
Full South African breakfast is served in the dining room or the breakfast room. Fresh coffee, fruit juices, fresh fruit salad, yogurts and cereals to start with, followed by a choice of bacon and eggs (fresh from the farm), or a variety of omelettes, fresh fruit and cheeses. Home made preserves. Special diets catered for. Fresh muffins baked every day.
Paarl has a large choice of excellent restaurants. All within easy reach of Alba House. From the famous Grande Roche 5***** formal gourmet dining to Steak houses. Booking in advance is essential in the high season. Franschhoek and Stellenbosch can be visited to enjoy their excellent restaurants.
Wine Tasting
Wine tasting is on the list of most visitors to Paarl as a must. There are fantastic venues here that should not be missed. You can walk to several wineries from Alba House. Guided tours offered at the largest Wine farm on the Wine Route KWV and the famous Nederburg. Visit close by Fairview, Seidelberg, Simonsvlei, Rupert & Rothchild, Boland, and some of the smaller farms, that make excellent boutique wines.
Golf
South Africa boasts some of the finest golf courses in the world. Paarl Golf Course (Boschenmeer) - 27 holes is set along the Berg River, surrounded by splendid views of Paarl's mountain ranges. It is one of the top rated golf courses in the Western Cape and is within 5 minutes drive of the Alba House. Discount on golf rates for our clients at Paarl Golf Course, if golf is booked via Alba House.
other nearby courses include
Pearl Valley 10 minutes drive; Stellenbosch 20 minutes drive; De Zalze 25 minutes drive; Erinvale 40 minutes drive, Devonvale 15 minutes drive, Wellington 10 minutes drive and all the Cape Town Courses. We can book golf for you at all these courses.
Bird Watching
Bird Watching area in Paarl is recommended by many enthusiasts as a superb site. Many return again to visit. 10 minutes drive from the house.
Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve
Walking and hiking in Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve starts just above the house and continues throughout town and surrounding mountains. Wonderful views to be enjoyed from the walk to the 2nd largest Granite Rocks in the world.
Butterfly farm
A unique chance to experience exotic and domestic species fly around you as you visit this farm. 10 minutes drive from Alba House.
The guest house is situated in a quiet, elevated residential area, with sweeping views over the Winelands, on the outskirts of town, close to the N1 towards Cape Town. Paarl boasts the longest Main Road in Africa, great valley surrounded by mountain ranges with river Berg supplying water to the surrounding wine farms. The Main Road is lined by old oak trees providing pleasant shade on hot summer days. Enjoy the street caffes, restaurants, bars, galleries, gift shops in this beautiful green town, with vines growing along the road.
Accommodation
Come and enjoy beautiful mountain views over the garden, and valley beyond. Mature well maintained garden. Very large swimming pool with sun loungers and shady umbrellas. Guest lounge with stunning views. Rooms are light and airy, furnished to a very high standard. En-suite facilities, ceiling fans, air conditioning and some under floor heating, heaters provided in the winter, guest gowns and slippers for guests comfort, Satellite TV, WiFi internet connection, safe, stocked bar fridge, tea tray, hair dryer, radio alarm clock, fresh flowers in the rooms.
• Private garden entrances to all rooms and own patio seating.
• Guest lounge with stunning view
• Safe parking on premises.
• Car hire arranged
• Airport Shuttle / Transfers arranged
• Fax and Email Facilities
• Complimentary refreshments on arrival
• Laundry services available on the premises
• Close to restaurants, wine farms and shopping
Breakfast and Dining
Full South African breakfast is served in the dining room or the breakfast room. Fresh coffee, fruit juices, fresh fruit salad, yogurts and cereals to start with, followed by a choice of bacon and eggs (fresh from the farm), or a variety of omelettes, fresh fruit and cheeses. Home made preserves. Special diets catered for. Fresh muffins baked every day.
Paarl has a large choice of excellent restaurants. All within easy reach of Alba House. From the famous Grande Roche 5***** formal gourmet dining to Steak houses. Booking in advance is essential in the high season. Franschhoek and Stellenbosch can be visited to enjoy their excellent restaurants.
Activities and Attractions
Wine Tasting
Wine tasting is on the list of most visitors to Paarl as a must. There are fantastic venues here that should not be missed. You can walk to several wineries from Alba House. Guided tours offered at the largest Wine farm on the Wine Route KWV and the famous Nederburg. Visit close by Fairview, Seidelberg, Simonsvlei, Rupert & Rothchild, Boland, and some of the smaller farms, that make excellent boutique wines.
Golf
South Africa boasts some of the finest golf courses in the world. Paarl Golf Course (Boschenmeer) - 27 holes is set along the Berg River, surrounded by splendid views of Paarl's mountain ranges. It is one of the top rated golf courses in the Western Cape and is within 5 minutes drive of the Alba House. Discount on golf rates for our clients at Paarl Golf Course, if golf is booked via Alba House.
other nearby courses include
Pearl Valley 10 minutes drive; Stellenbosch 20 minutes drive; De Zalze 25 minutes drive; Erinvale 40 minutes drive, Devonvale 15 minutes drive, Wellington 10 minutes drive and all the Cape Town Courses. We can book golf for you at all these courses.
Bird Watching
Bird Watching area in Paarl is recommended by many enthusiasts as a superb site. Many return again to visit. 10 minutes drive from the house.
Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve
Walking and hiking in Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve starts just above the house and continues throughout town and surrounding mountains. Wonderful views to be enjoyed from the walk to the 2nd largest Granite Rocks in the world.
Butterfly farm
A unique chance to experience exotic and domestic species fly around you as you visit this farm. 10 minutes drive from Alba House.
ACCREDITATIONS (as claimed by the establishment)
gps co-ordinates
33° 46' 19.56" S
18° 57' 12.32" E
children policy
Children of all ages are welcome.
A cot can be provided if required.
closest airport(s)
Cape Town International - 50km
travellers' reviews
"Paarl is wonderful. I enjoy playing the 2 golf courses, Paarl ... "
- Petr Svejkovsky, Prague
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check-in/out times
Check-in: from 02h00
Check-out: by 11h00
Early arrival and late check out is always possible by prior arrangement please. If you are planning to arrive after 6pm, please let us know.
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