Where squirrels scamper and birds sing, where the gleaming patina of antique furniture reflects gleaming tales of a bygone era. Alphen - where warm hospitality has reigned supreme since the 18th century. Old fashioned values combine with contemporary efficiency. A spectacular setting amidst the dappled shade of ancient oaks offers both tranquillity and easy access to the many splendours of the Cape.

A total of 21 bedrooms, from cosy Courtyard rooms with charm and character to the luxurious Country House bedrooms in the Dower House and Mill Range, combines the classic comfort and spaciousness of yesteryear with bathrooms to dream of.

Rooms

A total of 21 bedrooms, from cosy Courtyard rooms with charm and character to the luxurious Country House bedrooms in the Dower House and Mill Range, combines the classic comfort and spaciousness of yesteryear with bathrooms to dream of.

Conferences

At Alphen, we understand the success of your conference lies in our hands as much as in yours.

We take pride in being able to offer our guests not only a variety of meeting rooms and Accommodation within the historic environment of a Cape Dutch estate but also meticulous attention to detail, that makes a highly successful and memorable occasion.

When you arrive at Alphen in the “mink and manure” area of Constantia near Cape Town, you are guests in an 18th century National Monument, home of the Cloete family since 1850.

Nowadays the requirements of a modern hotel blend unobtrusively with the old; while old-fashioned service and hospitality remain our prime objectives.

Conference and Banqueting Manager, Lourette van der Merwe will be your telephone contact for enquiries and reservations and she will show you around when you visit Alphen. She will be able to give you valuable advice and help in organising your successful conference, and will be there to meet you when you arrive.

Weddings

At the gateway to the Constantia Valley, surrounded by extensive gardens lies the historic Alphen Hotel. It has the charm and interest of a bygone era and the comfort, convenience and superb cuisine of an exclusive contemporary hotel.

Since the eighteenth century, Alphen Hotel has been the centre of social activity in the area. Different branches of the Cloete family owned most of the great estates and were known for their hospitality. Today, Dudley and Nicky Cloete-Hopkins continue the tradition. The Manor House now houses one of the finest collections of antique furniture in private hands. It provides the perfect backdrop for old-fashioned personal attention to guests that has always characterized Cape Style.

While retaining the timeless grace that has made it famous, modern hotel and conference rooms have been skilfully blended into the fabric of historic buildings. The extensive grounds are a haven of peace and quiet broken only by the ringing of the old slave bell at the end of the day. Guests will notice areas that are being investigated by the archaeological department of UCT.

A complimentary bedroom awaits you on your wedding night, which will include a bottle of sparkling wine.