Location: South Africa » Eastern Cape » Karoo Heartland » Valley of Desolation » Graaff-ReinetDrostdy HotelDrostdy Hotel Hotel / Lodge accommodation in Graaff-Reinet Eastern CapeDescriptionOnce the home and offices of the Landdrost, the beautifully restored Drostdy in the core of historical Graaff-Reinet offers the guest a hotel with old world charm, all modern day amenities and a renowned hospitality. A rare collection of antiques, period prints and art together with lush gardens makes this a true oasis in the Karoo. The majestic facade of the Drostdy Hotel in Graaff-Reinet speaks for itself. Built in 1806 and designed by famous French architect Louis Michel Thibault as the "Drostdy" of the district.
"Drostdy" is the Dutch word for magistrate's court. Restored to its former splendour by De Oude Meester group in 1977, it plays host to many of the group's priceless antiques and paintings.
The patio and garden are alive with the twittering of many wild birds from numerous feeders suspended from trees, are a real joy for the weary traveller looking for a light snack or refreshment!
After walking through the garden path lined with grapefruit trees you find a unique, custom made weather vane that gives you distances from Cape Town to Cairo! As well as hotel directions. From here we venture through to the beautiful swimming pool area. Next to the sparkling swimming pool there is an area where banquets, dances, wedding receptions, barbecues and functions can be held. Accommodation Enter the doors; take a step back in time and a journey through this living national monument. The foyer, with it's doors open, has a perfect view down the street of another national monument, Reinet House, one of 220 national monuments in the oldest town in the Eastern Cape and the fourth oldest in South Africa, Graaff-Reinet. The yellowwood floors, Persian Carpets, and antique furniture give you an idea of what lies ahead. Next to the swimming pool area is Stretch's Court, which is a cobblestone street, lined with colourful shutters and bougainvillea. The accommodation is situated here with safe parking close to the rooms. The imposing slave bell reminds of a time when these cottages were emancipated slave quarters. Each and every of the 51 rooms varies in size, shape, and decor. All are en-suite, equipped with air-conditioning and all modern day amenities to ensure a luxurious stay. Each room also houses one or more priceless antique from the Rembrandt collection in pristine condition. A Victorian addition to the accommodation belonged to the family of the Graaff-Reinet born and bred renowned banker G.T. Ferreira.
Rates Please note: Rates serve as a guideline only and are subject to change without notice. DirectionsRoad distances to Graaff-Reinet
Johannesburg - Cape Town via Colesberg, Graaff-Reinet, Beaufort West only 96 km further than direct route via N1.
From Cape Town via Beaufort West 672 km
From Cape Town via George 771 km
From Cape Town via Oudtshoorn 772 km
From Durban via Umtata and East London 1055 km
From Durban via Queenstown 945 km
From Durban via Harrismith 1111 km | 
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