Many have said that if heaven could be described in words, Cape Town would certainly be among the relative cities it is described with. The city of Cape Town certainly deserves its place among the top travel destinations of the world. The city, each year, attracts tourists by the dozens because of its marvelous landscapes, serene weather and of course, the resorts the city has. Among the very best hotels of the city is the Steenberg Hotel. Situated on the Cape’s oldest farmland, it is just a twenty minute drive from the city Centre. The hotel is located in the Constantia Valley, against the Steenberg Mountain, after which it has been named.
The hotel, if described in a single word, is just amazing. The buildings date back to 1682, all of which have been restored and renovated combining the ancient poise with the modern elegance. The hotel has been voted the number 1 in Africa by the Traveler and has also won the travelers choice award this year. The attractions provided at the hotel certainly are numerous, rare and the place itself is a part of history. As the city is a common travel destination, a variety of cheap flights to Cape Town are available.
The Heritage Suites at the Steenberg offer magnificent views of the vineyards outside along with the evergreen golf course and the False Bay. All these elements contribute to the creation of views that you do not want to miss. Recently three new suites have been added to the structure as a celebration of the National Monument Status of the hotel. What is most distinct about the suites is that their design and decoration are a depiction of the three different eras of the city. The three new suites are The cape colonial exhibiting the impacts of cultural history of medieval Holland ,Germany and French Huguenots on Cape Town, The Khoi Khoi with its tribute to the nomadic herders and pottery makers and the Dutch East India suite with the delicate blue, the white porcelain and shades of the India Company being introduced in Europe.
The amenities included are numerous and all contribute to making your stay more relaxing , memorable and comfortable at the Steenberg. They include a Butler Service, a genuine fireplace for you to have a pre or post dinner drink at while watching the romantic glow of the flames. The rooms feature complementary refreshment bars , complementary laundry service and Wi-Fi to ensure you stay connected to your loved ones. The satellite TV, audio entertainment systems and iPod docking stations all keep you entertained while you’re at the Steenberg.
The dining at the Steenberg is certainly a memorable affair. You can choose to dine at the inviting ambience of the Catharina, with the luxurious interiors and terraces overlooking the vineyards. Or visit the Bistro Sixteen62, which is a favorite for breakfast, lunch and tapas at sunsets. Other attractions include the Spa, operated by the famous Ginkgo Spa and Wellness group, with the unique vineyard of the Steenberg and an exclusive, private golf club set in memorable surroundings.
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