We decided to have our wedding at Grande Roche on Sat, 3rd April 2010 and planned the event in detail from the UK with the help of ECCO Tours Groups team in Cape Town and Willem Van der Merwe (Grande Roche Functions & Events Manager). I have to say from the start that my husband and I have stayed at... more

Beautiful hotel in a lovely area of Paarl with lovely suites on 2 floors. They only had a very small pool area which meant you couldn't alweays get a sun bed. The only real negative I would mention is in the restaurant. I don't eat red meat but I'm not a strict vegetarian, eating fish & chicken. I wanted to... more

We were married here in Jan 09, wonderful location- exceptional high standards. Food was outstanding in a country where food is already top class more

This was our second stay here and it really is almost perfect. The staff cannot be faulted, the rooms are superb and breakfasts/sundowners on the terrace are truly memorable. The main pool is super - 15m - Franschhoek is only 35 mins away, and many nearby passes, villages and vineyards are worth visiting. Our only minus, and a personal one,... more

The service here is exceptional. From champagne with check in to our (regretful!) departure... Can we have a late check out? "Is 4pm ok for you?" Can we book a massage? "Is an hours time in your room ok for you?" Can I check in online for my flight? "Go to the pool and leave us the details, we will... more

Stayed for 2 nights in November as part of a 2 week trip around South Africa (Western and Eastern Capes). Welcomed as we parked the car in the rain by two members of staff with golf umberellas. Check-in was done in the lounge whilst enjoying a glass of wine. So much better than standing at a desk! We were in... more

No doubt that the Grande Roche is a top class hotel but I have to agree with some other reviwers that you can have nicer rooms for much lower price in the SA. Nevertheless I must point out: Of course you can, but not in the Wine country and definitely not with restaurant of such a class! The place itself,... more

We stayed at the Grande Roche for the first part of our honeymoon. It is an understatement to say that it was a PERFECT place, but I do not know how to better describe it in one word. We flew from Atlanta to Cape town, and to be honest, the flight was not bad at all. Surprisingly enough the Delta... more

we had our wedding at the Grande Roche and went a few days early to relax pre-event. the honeymoon suite was wonderful. the grounds are impeccably maintained. the housekeeping staff are extremely responsive and thorough. everybody was super friendly and attentive. the only criticism I can think of is that the gym facilities are a bit meagre (but since most... more