Best hotels in Oudtshoorn

On the outskirts of Oudtshoorn along South Africa's famed Route 62 is Rosenhof Country House, a charming hostelry complete with a lovely rose garden, yellowwood beams and a collection of antique furniture. Equipped with all the creature comforts we've come to expect when we travel, the 14 individually styled rooms, the pool, manicured gardens, convivial pub and variety of luxurious lounges with fireplaces and cosy nooks to read in, it's a hard place to leave. If you manage to tear yourself away, several ostrich farms and the 20-million-year-old network of limestone chambers that make up the Cango Caves await exploration.

Wedged between mountain ranges and on the beloved R62 wine route, Oudtshoorn is a picture of rural bounty. Settled in the mid-sixteenth century as a farming outpost, the town put itself on the map when ostrich feathers surged into fashion in Europe in the 1860s. Suddenly it was an economic firecracker. Vestiges of the heyday still remain - the ornate architecture and a number of thriving farms - and Hlangana Lodge is a perfect reflection of this town's charming character. The Victorian-inspired lodge sits amid sprawling exotic gardens, filled with enormous palms and rose bushes. With luxurious accommodation and personalised service, you can enjoy the fruits of the town's present and former glory.

De Denne Country Guesthouse in Oudtshoorn is the perfect stop over halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth travelling on the Route 62. The Country Guest House is situated on a working ostrich and Alfalfa farm and offers tranquility, spectacular views and soul touching moments. Sunsets you will never find elsewhere and hospitality to make you feel at home. At De Denne Country Guesthouse all the suites enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding farmlands, majestic mountains and the well-kept garden. There are many activities including bird watching, scenic walks, stargazing, environmental and farm tours where you can experience the ostrich chicks hatching. De Denne Country Guesthouse is perfectly situated for a day visit to the surrounding towns of Prince Albert, Mossel Bay, Calitzdorp (The Port Capital) and Knysna. Perfect for romantic getaways or family fun time, with modern amenities and olde-world charm.