March 29, 2021by Sasha Ella

Pearl Valley Hotel by Mantis

The perfect base from which to explore the Cape Winelands

Situated between Paarl and Franschhoek, on the award-winning Val de Vie Estate, you will find The Pearl Valley Hotel by Mantis, offering guests the opportunity to experience the magic of the Cape Winelands.

You might think that to best experience the winelands and its surrounds you have to base yourself either on a wine farm or in Franschhoek, but the Pearl Valley Hotel by Mantis offers so much more.

Luxurious accommodation, an abundance of activities, gourmet food experiences, transfers readily available, and all this set against the stunning backdrop of the Simonsberg Mountain and of course, the number 2 ranked Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus signature golf course.

Guests have the option to stay either in a one- or 2-bedroom hotel suite, making it the perfect choice for couples or families. Whether you are planning a romantic escape or an adventurous breakaway, the hotel offers all the classic comforts and conveniences expected from a luxury hotel.

Dining options at the hotel are wide-ranging

The Backs Deli, situated at the hotel, open 7 days a week, offers breakfasts, pool snacks, leisurely lunches and dinners, along with an assortment of items that are readily available to guests. We are talking freshly baked breads, quiches, pates, tapenade and cheeses. What more do you need while sipping your wine, watching the sunset over the golf course or the majestic Paarl mountains.

The Valley Restaurant, situated in the Clubhouse, are proud custodians of an impressive selection of award-winning wines and offer a carefully crafted menu of the freshest regional and imported produce. Whether you’re enjoying breakfast, lunch, dinner, The Valley Restaurant is a fine choice. Large windows leading onto sprawling terraces, the venue is renowned for spectacular views over our manicured Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Superb service in a unique setting all adds to a gourmet dining experience.

Reuben’s & Co Café, the latest restaurant in the impressive portfolio of acclaimed South African chef Reuben Riffel, is located at The Yard lifestyle center situated in the heart of Val de Vie Estate. Seasonal, health-conscious dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients grown organically on Val de Vie Estate and surrounding farms. Open 6 days a week, excluding Tuesdays from 07:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 07:00 to 19:30 Friday and Saturday, it is well worth a visit.

Exploring the winelands from the hotel is a breeze

By pre-arranging a transfer with reception, everything will be arranged for you with a preferred service provider on the estate. Why not book a transfer to the Wine Tram to a Hop-on-Hop-Off experience on a wine route? Better yet, why not book a privately guided wine tour and visit your wine farms of choice? Think La Motte, Plaisir De Merle, Delaire Graff Estate. The choices are endless.

And for those days where you feel like just staying at the hotel, don’t worry, you are covered. Laze by the pool. There are two to choose from. Play a round of golf. Hire a bike and explore the 42km of cycling trails on the estate. Blow off some steam at the gym. Treat yourself to a massage at the Camelot Spa or kick your feet up on your patio with a book. Just take a moment, take in the incredible views, breathe and start planning your next trip with Mantis.