Alba House is 4 Star (Tourism Grading) Top 10 accredited Bed and Breakfast in Paarl, the heart of the Cape Winelands, one of the 3 oldest towns in South Africa. 9.3 grading by Booking.com
Enjoy the wonderful view of the Berg river valley, with majestic Hottentot Holland mountains in the background. This guest house in Paarl is easily reachable from Cape Town on the N1 motorway in 40 minutes. Cape Town International airport is only 45 minutes away.
All rooms are ensuite, own outside patio seating. All rooms are air conditioned, bar fridges, coffee/tea in the room. Delicious breakfast served in the dining room or outdoors, weather permitting. Our airy guest lounge overlooks the garden, perfect picture.
Relax by our large saltwater swimming pool with comfortable sun loungers and sun umbrellas. Relax under shady trees. The immaculate, mature garden is full of colour and bird song.
Close to many restaurants and wineries. To name a few: Laborie, Fairview, KWV, Spice Route, Noop, Babylonstoren.
Wedding venues and two quality golf courses Paarl-Boschenmeer and Pearl Valley within 10 minutes drive.
Shopping centres close by.
Franschoek and Stellenbosch 20 minutes drive.
Secure, quiet, welcoming, and relaxing.
*The historical town of Paarl is the 3rd oldest in South Africa and is ideally suited for exploration of the Cape Winelands, Cape Town and the near towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek (both 20 minutes drive).
*The Cape Peninsular and the seaside towns near Cape Town are easily accessible.
*Visit world-renowned wine farms and enjoy wine tasting and wonderful cuisine.
*2 international standard golf courses are within 10 minute drive. Enjoy a special discount as an Alba House guest.
* 2 minutes drive to Paarl Shopping Mall
* Close to Pearl Valley and Paarl Boschenmeer Golf Clubs
* Val de Vie Polo Estate 10 minute's drive
* Fairview, Spice Route, Babylonstoren close by
* Visit Franschhoek and Stellenbosch 20 minutes away
* Fantastic wine estates and restaurants close by: to name a few-
*Avondale, La Paris, Noop, Grande Roche, Hussar Grill.
Visit Paarl Nature Reserve 50sq. km of pristine nature with amazing views over the valley. from the second largest boulder in the world.
*Wine tasting in the area's many world-renowned wine farms.
*Alba House lies just below the Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve, where wonderful walks, hikes and an indigenous gardens can be enjoyed.
*Visit the second largest granite boulder ('The Pearls') in the world at the Paarl Mountain Nature Reservation. Climb on top, for an unforgettable view of Table Mountain, Cape Town, the Boland area of the Winelands, and as far as the sea.
*Paarl Golf Club (Boschenmeer) 5 minutes drive from Alba House, Pearl Valley Signature Golf Course 10 minutes. Our guests enjoy a discount at Paarl Golf Club if they booked via Alba House. See our special Golf and Accommodation Packages.
*Enjoy excellent cuisine in the town's many restaurants and wine farms.
*Sightseeing from mountain passes.
*Sports facilities are plentiful in and around town and include golf, tennis, swimming, bowling, canoeing, horse riding, hot air ballooning, a gun club for shooting, walking, hiking, bird watching etc.
*The nearest beach is in Cape Town or Somerset West, both about 40 minutes drive from Alba House.
