Grande Roche Hotel

The character of Grande Roche Hotel comes from its exquisite setting - in a gracious Cape Dutch homestead, on a working farm in the heart of the Cape Winelands, with the backdrop of Paarl Mountain and its distinctive granite rock which gives the hotel its name.Courtesy stems from the combination of warmth, friendliness and efficiency displayed by the cosmopolitan and highly skilled staff at Grande Roche. It also shines through in the attention to detail.

Gourmet cuisine is the preserve of the award-winning executive chef Frank Zlomke and his team - whether it's combining textures, flavours and quality ingredients for a special epicurean menu, a tantalising vegetarian or low calorie dish, a stylish barbecue, or a Club sandwich. To complement each course, there are also trained sommeliers to assist in the selection of wine from the hotel's extensive wine list and cellar.

The charm of the place lies in the sheer magic of the surroundings at all hours: jogging through the vineyards at sunrise … taking a refreshing dip in the pools … walking in the cool, shady greenery of the lush gardens… enjoying sundowners on the patios at sunset as twilight makes way for candlelit dinners - under the stars or under the elegant crystal chandeliers of Bosman's Restaurant.

A haven of calm - Grande Roche offers birdsong and tinkling water fountains in tranquil surroundings and a blend of historic architecture that is easy on the eye and an atmosphere that is soothing to the senses. Even the staff go about their daily tasks in an unhurried way!

The Vineyard Venue Conference Centre with its adjoining open-air amphitheatre seating 350 is a versatile venue that can be transformed to accommodate a variety of corporate and social functions, including weddings, product or vehicle launches, demonstrations and auctions.

Some 200 square metres in area, it can be divided into three sections of equal size, with seating for 10 to 200 people, depending on the layout (U-shaped, banquet or cinema-style). There are also two syndicate rooms

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Wedding Package

A welcome drink awaits you on arrival at Grande Roche and in your suite will be a fruit basket and mineral water.

Accommodation for three nights in the Honeymoon suite, including a South African Breakfast with Sparkling Wine & Oysters. This can be enjoyed in your suite, on your private patio or as a leisurely breakfast on the Manor House Terrace.

Prepare for your special day by having a shoulder and back massage OR If you would rather, a reflexology treatment. A Hairdresser will attend the bride in the privacy of the suite. To spoil her further she can choose to have a professional make up as well as a Mini facial and Receive a Honeymoon Gift pack OR A hand massage with a French manicure OR if preferred, a Pedicure with ankle/calf massage and exfoliation.

The ceremony will be held in the hotel's 300-year-old Chapel and conducted by a local Minister. For couples who are not South African citizens, we will arrange for the authentication of the marriage to comply with legal registration in their home country.

Seasonal flowers, of your choice, will be supplied by our florist for the bridal bouquet and a buttonhole for the bridegroom, as well as arrangements for the Chapel and Honeymoon suite. An organist, playing on the 19th Century pedal organ in the Chapel, will play three pieces of music from the selection compiled by the organist. To commemorate the occasion, your names will be engraved on a brass plaque on the chapel door.

For you to celebrate the occasion, our pastry chef will prepare a wedding cake with your preferred filling and decorated with fresh flowers, for up to 8 guests .

A romantic Five course dinner for two, excluding wine, served in the award winning Bosman's Restaurant, or if you prefer in the WA de Klerk Private Dining Room.