The new Asara Hotel opened its doors on the 1st of May 2008 and offers discerning clientele a slice of world class, five star luxury within the heart of the Stellenbosch vineyards.

With its 37 stylish appointed rooms, gourmet dining and opulent services – Asara Wine Estate & Hotel is set to become one of the leading tourism destinations in the wine lands.

The luxury rooms and suites are spread between three buildings across the Estate, with each building designed in such a way as to maximize the views over Stellenbosch and the surrounding vineyards and mountains.

Asara Wine Estate & Hotel also prides itself on providing premier levels in dining, using only the finest and freshest ingredients.

The Wine Estate offers a variety of different dining venues. These include - the main Asara restaurant - Raphael’s, an Exclusive Fine Dining section, the more informal Asara Bistro & Tapas bar as well as our Sansibar Cocktail & Whisky lounge.

For those who wish to learn from the best, the luxury Wine Estate Hotel offers a unique opportunity for all you amateur chefs to watch our Executive Chef, Patrick Bischoff in action – the Chef’s Table is set in the heart of the main Asara kitchen.

The five star luxury accommodation on the Wine Estate comprises of a Presidential Suite, a honeymoon suite (in a tower!), family rooms, deluxe rooms and courtyard rooms.

The Presidential room also offers a jet stream bath and an open fire place, making it a perfect accommodation in the Winelands for a Winter getaway.

Its private balcony offers spectacular views of the Estate’s well-maintained vineyards as well as panoramic views of the Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains.

The Honeymoon Suite at Asara Wine Estate Hotel is a unique three-storey tower is named after Asara’s most exclusive wine, the Avalon. The perfect backdrop to a marriage ceremony held on the estate.

A spiral staircase links the spacious king sized bedroom to the luxurious bathroom, containing a bubbling Jacuzzi, and the lounge area with a romantic roaring fire.

The Vineyard Suite (Family Room) consists of two stylishly decorated bedrooms, two bathrooms, a communal lounge and a private terrace that offers views of the Estate’s vineyards as well as panoramic views of the Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains . The family rooms are perfect for the whole family.

The 29 Deluxe Rooms at Asara Wine Estate & Hotel are spread throughout the estate.

Each stylishly decorated room has its own private balcony or terrace which offers spectacular views over the vineyards and surrounding mountains as well as en-suite bathroom facilities.

The 4 Courtyard Rooms at Asara Wine Estate & Hotel are situated in the heart of the main hotel.

Each room is open plan with an en-suite bathroom and has its own private terrace overlooking the courtyard area.


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