Official Congress Accommodation - Online Registration
The WEHC 2012 Congress Secretariat has selected a range of accommodation options for delegates to choose from and has negotiated guaranteed rates. From university residence accommodation to luxury wine estates, there is a comfortable and convenient option suited to every delegate's preferences and budget.
Delegates can conveniently reserve accommodation at one of the official congress accommodation options when completing the online registration form or can choose to book directly with one of the recommended alternative accommodation options.
Click here to see the self-booking options.
Click here to see the Official Congress Accommodation greening policies and here for the Alternative - Self Booking Accommodation greening policies.
IMPORTANT: The information below applies to the official congress accommodation that can be reserved online when registering as a delegate.
Official Congress Accommodation Rates
All reservations are made on a "first come, first served" basis. The stated room rates are valid through 8 May 2012 and availability will be regularly updated. Thereafter, no rates or availability can be guaranteed and requests will be dealt with according to the current availability and rates.
In order to finalise your accommodation booking, the full amount due is required in advance or a completed credit card authorisation form must be submitted. Please ensure that your credit card is valid through the end of your stay, failing which the booking may not be guaranteed.
Rates quoted are per room, per night, including breakfast, including 14% VAT, excluding the compulsory 1% Government Tourism Levy.
IMPORTANT: Please note that no transport will be provided between accommodation and congress venue (and airport), and delegates will need to make independent arrangements. To arrange an airport transfer or car hire please click here.
Official Congress Accommodation
Accommodation Links
IMPORTANT: To view a map showing the geographical position of the Official Congress Accommodation options in relation to the venue (Kruiskerk) please click here.
Click here to see the Official Congress Accommodation greening policies.
African Valley Estate
FULLY BOOKED
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African Valley Estate is situated between Stellenbosch and the Franschhoek Valley and within the main wine route of the area. Located in the Simonsberg mountain range and just a stone's throw from the historical Stellenbosch town. African Valley Estate is a modern, small luxury hotel with 12 suites, offering personal service for a relaxing and peaceful stay. Room amenities include under-floor heating, air conditioning, open fire places, spacious bathrooms, mini-bars, safes, wireless internet, DSTV and private patios with garden furniture. |
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Asara Wine Estate and Hotel
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Asara Wine Estate and Hotel, situated on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, is a place where guests can enjoy 5-star accommodation, wine tastings, superb service and a diverse range of dining experiences, highlighting local, seasonal produce. Set apart from any hotel, Asara is uniquely situated on a working wine farm with 36 bedrooms, three different dining experiences, a whisky and cigar lounge, a delicatessen and a tasting room, offering something for everyone. The hotel boasts spectacular views and a tranquil waterside setting, backed by the grandeur of the Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains and vineyards all around providing an idyllic backdrop. |
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Auberge Rozendal Winefarm
FULLY BOOKED
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Auberge Rozendal has 19 en suite guesthouse rooms each with a terrace, situated between the vineyards with majestic views of Stellenbosch and the Simonsberg mountains, as well as Table Mountain in the distance. The rooms are decorated in a European style with a South African touch and a limited number of rooms were created especially with the family in mind. Guests can relax at the pool, enjoy a leisurely walk, hike or cycle in the adjacent forests and mountains. The restaurant is located in the 150-year old Manor House, serving cuisine that can be described as country style with Provencal roots. |
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Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel and Spa
FULLY BOOKED
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Built in 1713, Coopmanhuijs was recently established as a sophisticated and luxurious boutique hotel and spa. Situated in the heart of historic Stellenbosch, this 300-year old homestead located in world-renowned Church Street has been lovingly restored and is a National Monument. The decor is a balance of old world charm in a serene and modern setting and spacious rooms overlook a pool and a walled courtyard with tasteful decor, air conditioning, Victorian bathrooms, extra-length king size or twin single beds, Egyptian cotton bedding, silk-filled duvets and organic amenities. |
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Devon Valley Hotel
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The award-winning Devon Valley Hotel is hidden away in a shady, green and peaceful corner of the Stellenbosch Winelands showcasing breathtaking views of the vineyards and majestic Helderberg Mountains, while offering the finest in authentic hospitality. All rooms have en suite bathrooms, air conditioning, heating and TV with satellite channels. Most rooms are on ground level and are wheelchair accessible. Amenities include same-day laundry facilities, a communications centre with free internet access, Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas and free parking for all guests. The elegant Flavours Restaurant serves breakfasts, lunches and a la carte dinners. |
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Devonvale Golf and Wine Estate
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Devonvale Golf Lodge has magnificent views over the vineyards, the surrounding mountains and the golf course and offers varying types of accommodation to suit all needs, including self-catering apartments, hotel-style rooms and holiday houses. The self-catering apartments have 1 or 2 en suite bedrooms for up to 4 guests. The ground floor apartments have their own patios and private gardens, while the 1st floor apartments have covered balconies with views over the pool and gardens. The hotel rooms are well suited for the business traveller or conference delegates, with en suite bathrooms as well as tea and coffee facilities. Amenities include a business centre, internet access, an a la carte restaurant, lounge bar, golf course, wine tasting, braai facilities, swimming pool, room service and secure parking. |
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d'Ouwe Werf Hotel
FULLY BOOKED
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A vintage hotel landmark in the heart of Stellenbosch, d'Ouwe Werf blends its colourful Georgian origins as one of South Africa's very first inns with 4-star luxury and 21st century comfort. Rooms are individually styled, each with its own unique "modern-meets-vintage" look. Lounge in the leafy courtyard pool deck or raise a glass in the Die Kromme Elleboog bar lounge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served under the cool vines or in the fireside interiors of the celebrated 1802 Restaurant, serving traditional Cape dishes with a gourmet twist and local wines. |
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Kleine Zalze Lodge
FULLY BOOKED
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The stylishly decorated 4-star Kleine Zalze Lodge is situated on the Kleine Zalze wine estate, set alongside the first fairway of the championship De Zalze Golf Course. The rooms enjoy breathtaking views of the Stellenbosch Mountains and are surrounded by vineyards. Guests can enjoy a full or continental breakfast overlooking the first green while being shaded by old oaks. Accommodation is available in a variety of units: family 2 bedroom suites, luxury 1 bedroom suites, superior rooms and standard rooms. Facilities include a swimming pool, sauna, gym, vineyard trails for hiking, running and mountain biking, as well as wine tastings. |
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The Lanzerac Hotel and Spa
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A member of the elite Gatsby International Hotels and Resorts, the estate's gracious opulence has earned the hotel a 5-star rating. Accommodation is limited to 48 spacious rooms, including Junior Suites, the Royal Pool Suite with its own private swimming pool, and the sumptuous Presidential Suite. The hotel's main a la carte gourmet restaurant, The Governor's Hall, opens onto sculptured gardens in the Lady Anne Courtyard and the Terrace Restaurant offers guests an al fresco menu, which can also be enjoyed in the authentic Cape country bar, The Taphuis. Appropriately, given its surroundings, the spa specialises in therapy from the winelands, using grapes as the base of all therapy oils. The facility offers 6 therapy rooms, 2 saunas, 2 steam rooms, a Jacuzzi and a heated swimming pool. |
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Majeka House
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A small luxury hotel on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, set in beautiful gardens, Majeka House also has on the premises the popular Makaron Restaurant and the Sanctuary Spa. Amenities include a fitness centre, a heated indoor pool with swim current, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, a business centre with two workstations and a printer, and a 16-seater boardroom. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. |
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NH The Lord Charles Hotel
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Set against the breathtaking surroundings of the famed Cape Winelands, NH The Lord Charles boasts 188 luxuriously appointed en suite rooms and 10 sophisticated suites, each tastefully decorated for relaxation or business in a clean, contemporary style. Rooms are divided into categories, each individually decorated and uniquely styled, with mountain or garden views. A large number of rooms have private terraces, leading out onto the splendid estate and gardens. All rooms offer the standard facilities expected of a 4-star establishment. |
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Protea Hotel Dorpshuis and Spa
FULLY BOOKED
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Situated in the historic Dorp Street of Stellenbosch in the heart of the Cape Winelands, this elegant hotel with a fusion of Victorian and modern elegance is a haven of peace and tranquillity. Steeped in rich history, the hotel provides fantastic hospitality and serves the best local fare in the Oak Leaf Restaurant and Bar. The spa incorporates 2 treatment rooms, sauna, Jacuzzi and heated pool. |
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Protea Hotel Stellenbosch
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This 180-bedroom hotel offers guests the most comfortable beds in the winelands. 88 well-appointed deluxe rooms each offer a small kitchenette facility and separate lounge. All rooms have individual air-conditioning, 18 satellite television channels, an electronic safe and tea/coffee facilities. |
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Spier Hotel
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Spier, in the heart of the famous Cape Winelands, is more than a hotel – it is a destination in itself. The first luxury hotel in South Africa to be "Fair Trade in Tourism" certified, Spier offers guests a variety of authentic experiences from food and wine to outdoor activities in beautiful surroundings. Spier's focus is on sustainability and it aims to be a centre of leisure and culture. It is also pioneering social and ecological programmes to help eliminate poverty, protect the environment and ensure a sustainable future for the local community. Spier aims to embody the vibrancy, energy and heritage of the African continent. |
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Stellenbosch Hotel
FULLY BOOKED
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The Stellenbosch Hotel is a 27-room boutique-style hotel, built on land granted by Governor Simon van der Stel between 1692 and 1701 and restored in 1987 and declared a national monument. Breakfast in the morning is served in the famous Jan Cats Restaurant where lunch and dinner can also be enjoyed. |
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Stellenbosch Lodge
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Nestled amongst the lush vineyards of the Blaauwklippen Estate, centrally located in the heart of the Cape Winelands, lies Stellenbosch Lodge Country Hotel and Conference Centre. This charming 4-star hotel was built in the Cape Vernacular style and is furnished in quaint Oregon pine with 53 air-conditioned, en suite bedrooms, 3 multi-functional venues, a swimming pool and a restaurant. |
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Stellenbosch University Residences
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The Stellenbosch University Residences provide simple, clean and comfortable accommodation close to campus. Each floor has communal bathroom facilities and each room has a single bed with bedding, linen and towel provided. The residences have modern laundry facilities, a common living area and most have an attractive courtyard or garden. |
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Official Congress Accommodation Terms and Conditions
1. Reservations at the official congress accommodation will be made on behalf of delegates by the WEHC 2012
Congress Secretariat. Please complete the appropriate section on the registration form specifying room type,
check-in/ check-out dates, and any other special requests.
2. Reservations are made on a "first come, first served" basis.
3. Published room rates are valid until 8 May 2012. Thereafter, rates are not guaranteed and any late
reservations will be accommodated according to current rates and availability.
4. In order to finalise your accommodation booking, the full amount due is required as prepayment;
alternatively a credit card authorisation must be completed which will be passed on to the hotel in order
to hold the booking. If paying by credit card, please ensure that your credit card is valid through the
end of your stay, failing which the booking may not be guaranteed. Any extras must be settled upon check-out
in South African Rand (ZAR), including the compulsory 1% Government Tourism Levy.
5. Payments apply only to the original reservation and are not transferable.
6. Reductions or changes to a booking 60-30 days from arrival date, a 25% penalty will be
charged. For reductions or changes 30-7 days of the arrival date a 50% penalty will be charged. For reductions or
changes within 7 days of the arrival date or if you fail to arrive as scheduled, the hotel will charge
100% for the loss of revenue for the night or nights in question.
7. Cancellations 60-30 days from arrival date, a 50% penalty will be charged. For cancellations
within 30 days of the arrival date a 100% penalty will be charged. Should you fail to arrive as scheduled, the hotel
will charge for the loss of revenue for the night or nights in question.
UPDATES
KEY DATES
Congress Opening Session
9 July 2012
Welcome Reception
9 July 2012
Book Launch
10 July 2012
Cultural Evening
11 July 2012
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