Babylonstoren, Simondium

Accommodations

Babylonstoren offers unique accommodations set within original farm buildings featuring Cape Dutch architecture. The Farmhouse Suite has luxurious en-suite marble bathrooms and a king-size four-poster bed. Each Garden Cottage is adjacent to a five-hectare cultivated garden, showcasing original features like thick walls and hearty fireplaces.

Dining

The hotel houses Babel Restaurant, recognized as Africa's Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant, emphasizing seasonal ingredients from the garden. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast featuring fresh produce and artisan bread from the old bakery. An Italian-inspired evening menu and a five-course Carnivore Experience highlight locally-sourced ingredients.

Wellness

The Garden Spa offers treatments linked to the seasonal garden, featuring an indoor vitality pool and sauna. Guests can relax in the exclusive hot spa area, which includes steam rooms and tropical rain showers. The spa menu includes nourishing body wraps and a range of massages for ultimate relaxation.

Activities

Babylonstoren provides guided garden tours where guests can interact with over 15 botanical clusters, including a prickly pear maze and a vegetable garden. Guests can also partake in workshops ranging from cheese-making to gardening sessions. Outdoors, bicycles are available for exploring the expansive 200-hectare farm.

Location

The hotel is located at the foot of Simonsberg in the Franschhoek wine valley, surrounded by spectacular views. Babylonstoren is part of a collective of sister estates across the UK, Italy, the Netherlands, and South Africa, embodying a rich sense of place. Access to the Franschhoek Wine Tram allows guests to explore nearby wine estates conveniently.

Highlights

Accommodations: Farmhouse Suite and Garden Cottages

Dining: Babel Restaurant and five-course Carnivore Experience

Wellness: Garden Spa and hot spa area

Activities: guided garden tours and workshops