Montagu Country Hotel

The Montagu Country Hotel is the only original Art Deco Hotel in South Africa, where warm country hospitality and Art Deco glamour meet. This family owned and run 4-star hotel is situated on historic Route 62, halfway between Cape Town and the Garden Route. The Colonial "Art Deco" style of the Montagu Hotel is based on the 1920's design from Paris. This unique style is themed throughout the reception area, restaurants, and lounges of the hotel. The rooms in the main building are mostly decorated in the unique Art Deco style while the rooms in the two Victorian Villas in the garden boast furniture and décor from that period. The African Hut is a standalone African Chic rondavel while our 54m² Executive Suite is furnished with original early French Mahogany masterpieces. Charlestons Restaurant offers traditional South African cuisine with fine dining flair and presentation. complimented by carefully selected wines from the area. A funky Feathers And Flatcaps Coffee and Cocktail Lounge leads onto an expansive deck in front of the hotel, a favourite meeting place for locals and visitors. Enjoy a Bootlegger coffee, light meals, and of course, drinks and cocktails, either in the café-style room boasting the original bar counter from the 1930’s or on the deck under the shady elm tree. Charging points and high speed Wi-Fi provided for online or business meetings. The Wellness Centre specialises in health and beauty treatments and boasts a mineral Jacuzzi bath and sauna. Various couples treatments are offered. Enjoy contemporary South African art at Montagu Country Hotel’s own gallery. Montagu is known for the many talented artists that find inspiration from the beautiful surroundings. The gallery offers them the opportunity to engage with both locals and visitors interested in their work. The Montagu Country Hotel offers ideal venues and facilities for ‘n intimate wedding, year-end function, anniversary or birthday celebration. Modern conference facilities for up to 60 delegates are available. Explore the Robertson wine route in a chauffeur-driven American Dream Car. Two Classic Cadillacs from the 50’s and 60’s make up the current fleet of this fun activity based at the Montagu Country Hotel.

Area Info

Montagu lies nestled between two mountain ranges and its crystal-clear air is free of pollution. The town is strategically situated on Route 62 between the Garden Route and Cape Town, offering a very picturesque drive.

The weather is perfect: far enough South to escape the heat of the Klein Karoo and far enough North to get away from the long, wet winters of the Cape. Autumn brings on a kaleidoscope of colour that gradually changes into winter with lazy mild sunny days. October is undoubtedly the most magical month when the streets are lined with rose gardens in full bloom and the orchards and vineyards are resplendent in fresh green growth.

The area offers a rich history. Some interesting visits being the Montagu Museum, Joubert House (the oldest local house / residence), the British fort and the Montagu Nature Garden.

The Robertson / Ashton / Montagu Wine route is known throughout South Africa. Some of the most well-known wine farms being Van Loveren, Graham Beck, Excelsior and Weltevrede.

There are a variety of hiking trails to choose from. Lover's Walk being ideal for an early morning stroll. This short walk offers a range of surprises that can include tortoises, dassies, guineafowl, Egyptian geese and the odd baboon or small buck.

The town offers the more adventurous guest several excellent places to do rock climbing, ridge scrambling and mountain biking.
Town & Ghost Tours are available as Cycling or Walking Tours from Flying Feet Tours.

Pierre Burger's tractor ride to the summit of the Langeberg and the optional potjiekos is a must.

The hot springs, situated less than 3kms outside of town at the Avalon Springs, is a haven for those who suffer ailments such as arthritis, rheumatism or those who just want to relax and let the warm water soothe away the stressed of a busy life style.