Hot Tubs In The Overberg – 50+ of the best hot-tub venues in the Cape Overberg ~
Relaxing in a hot tub is about more than simply warming up and letting your troubles melt away… although that is a huge plus. Lying in the hot water has all sorts of physical and mental benefits too.
Really, visiting one of these venues with a hot tub isn’t just a holiday, it’s a medical necessity!
The Cape Overberg is brimming with stunning accommodation, there’s no doubt. But, there’s something special about these spots with hot tubs in the Overberg.
The Overberg lies between Cape Town and the Garden Route, and includes the well-known towns of Gansbaai, Hermanus and Swellendam.
It’s always a treat to see the unique combination of history, incredible coastline, and stunning indigenous vegetation (including fynbos).
Feel the benefits of hot tubs in the Cape Overberg
Melozhori Treehouse in Bonnievale
At the top of our list of hot tubs in the Overberg, Melozhori Treehouse is magical in all senses and is a perfect romantic escape for couples, located in a private reserve. It is extremely secluded and private with a built-in hot tub and fantastic views.
Even though the unit is run completely on Solar, all luxury amenities are included such as air-conditioning. A 3 metre hammock in front of the Treehouse adds even further relaxation and to just enjoy the magnificent views and our beautiful starry night skies.
Tolbos Cottage
Tolbos, a cosy farm cottage in Greyton has incredible views of the Riversonderend Mountain Range (Pilaarkop). Enjoy spectacular walks, hikes, horse rides and picnics. Outside you will find a covered patio, braai facilities and a wood-fired hot tub.
The Holiday home sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. The kitchen is fully equipped and tea, coffee and sugar are provided. The expansive living area has a fireplace. Wi-Fi is provided.
Vineyard Cottage in Stanford
Vineyard Cottage at Goodluck Homestead is a stunning, off-grid eco cottage situated on a working regenerative farm in Stanford. The cottage enjoys panoramic views towards Walker Bay and the Kleinriviersberg Mountains, and easily makes it to the top 3 of our best Hot Tubs In The Overberg.
Vineyard Cottage has one bedroom furnished with a four poster bed for two adults. The open plan living area has a well-equipped kitchen, a dining table and a lounge area with fireplace. Sliding doors lead outside to the covered patio with furniture, a built-in braai and a wood-fired hot tub overlooking the vineyards.
Pure Sea Boutique Lodge in Gansbaai
A stay at Pure Sea is an invitation to slower living, where the presence and rhythms of nature set the pace. Both eco-friendly and earth-inspired, the spacious suites open up to ocean views of Walker Bay.
The spacious double rooms offer air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. There is a wood fire hot tub situated between the beach and hotel … magical.
Melozhori Cottage in Bonnievale
Melozhori Cottage is a cosy, self catering cottage with a hot tub In the Overberg, situated in the middle of a reserve, high up on the hills and provides breath-taking views of the surrounding landscape. The cottage consists of two en-suite bedrooms with air conditioning that sleep four adults and two small children.
The lounge has comfortable seating. The unit is fully equipped with TV with DStv, a fireplace, Wi-Fi, built in braai, fire pit, pizza oven and a swimming pool.
Klein Hangklip in Rooi Els
This 2-bedroom, self-catering eco pod offers all the features of a luxury resort home with added features of solar power as well as backup batteries. The open plan design of the cabin offers its guests a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area, a dining area, and a cozy sitting area in front of an indoor fireplace for cold winter months.
The outside deck boats tranquility and spectacular views with half of the deck being undercover you can enjoy this space come rain or shine. This spectacular deck area offers a very inviting hot tub, braai facilities, a floating netted seating area as well as a table, seating four people.
Little Bushbuck in Swellendam
Little Bushbuck is a charming studio in Swellendam offering a hot tub in the Overberg, right on the water. It has one large open plan room furnished with a double bed and a day bed for a child. There is a fully equipped kitchenette and a large inside fireplace.
A small patio overlooks the lake. Nearby on the grass banks of the lake is a barbeque area with seating. Along with its magnificent setting above the spring-fed lake, Bushbuck has it own wood-fired hot tub outside from which you can soak up the magnificent views.
Whale Huys Luxury Oceanfront Eco Villa
Combining the warmth and character of traditional thatched roof architecture with the luxury of a modern holiday villa (sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms), Whale Huys has conveniences like DStv Premium satellite TV and free WiFi. There are four en-suite bedrooms each of which have a balcony offering phenomenal ocean views.
The living room has a wood burning fireplace and is the ideal place to snuggle up in the evenings. The kitchen is fully equipped for your self catering needs. Outside you can make use of the braai / barbeque facilities on the large terrace and can enjoy a dip in the rim flow swimming pool.
Brunia Cottage in Stanford
Brunia Cottage is an old labourers cottage in Stanford that has been restored to offer comfort and self-contained convenience. With 2 bedrooms, there is also a comfortable lounge with a sleeper couch and a fireplace. The kitchenette is equipped for self-cateting.
The French doors leading out from the lounge open up onto a large private patio, with braai facilities and views over the Stanford Valley from the patio and hot tub.
Valley Pod at Melohori in Bonnievale
Valley Pod is a 1 bedroom, romantic retreat for a couple. The living area has comfortable furniture. Between the bedroom and lounge is a combustion fireplace.
Outside there is a fourteen metre long “hammock” running the length of the unit for both safety as well as for relaxing and stargazing or just relaxing and reading a book. There is a built in braai and pizza oven. The deck also has a hot tub.
Rivergate Potters Shed Cottage
A new entry to our list of Hot Tubs In The Overberg is The Potter’s Shed Cottage. It comfortably accommodates 4 guests in 2 bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom. The living areas are made up of a fully-equipped kitchen, and open-plan dining area and a living space with fireplace.
Open up glass doors onto a wide patio complete with comfortable sitting areas, swings, a sunny daybed and a built-in braai. The cottage is surrounded by private landscaped gardens and a wood-fired pool for your exclusive use.
Onrus Mountain Escape in Hermanus
One of our favourite hot tubs in the Overberg, Onrus Mountain Escape is a charming and luxury self-catering holiday home located on the mountainside in Onrus River. The home boasts picturesque town, mountain and sea views, and is situated 3km from Onrus Beach and 7km from central Hermanus.
The home has a well-equipped kitchen which includes a gas hob and oven. The open-plan living area has a fireplace and TV with satellite channels. Outside guests can enjoy a wood-fired hot tub and a braai / fire pit. The home also has an inverter which runs the TV and Wi-Fi in case of loadshedding.
Aviary Hills Luxury Hideaway in Heidelberg
Aviary Hills is a holiday cabin with one bedroom that is furnished with a double bed. There is a bath in the room that is located close to the window to have a view of the natural landscape. Guests can take in the view fully with inside and outside shower.
The kitchen is fully equipped for self catering and braai equipment is provided. The living area has a fireplace and we supply board games and cards. Outside is a lovely deck with a custom made hammock, braai facilities, a wood-fired hot tub and there is also a fire pit. Wood is supplied for the hot tub, fireplace and braai.
Populiersbos in Stanford
The cottage has two bedrooms, both of which are furnished with a Queen-size bed and have extra blankets for cold nights. The rooms have a wood burning fireplace to keep the winter chill at bay. The open plan cottage which is made up of a fully equipped kitchen and dining / living area is beautifully furnished and decorated.
The comfortable lounge, with fireplace opens onto a spacious patio with views of the garden and surrounding countryside. There is a built-in braai and a wood fired hot tub. A braai grid, utensils and potjie pot are provided
Farm 215 Nature Retreat in Gansbaai
You’ll find three, large freestanding suites along a meandering path surrounded by fynbos and birdlife. With 60m between each, your escape can be perfectly private or close (but not too close) to friends or family you’re with. Sink into your king size bed, soak in the ample bath or shower the day away before wrapping up in one of our gowns.
Enjoy the comfort of deck chairs on your private, protected terrace. Kick back in front of the wood-fire stove or enjoy the fresh summer breeze coming in through the sliding doors in your living area. Spend a summers evening on the deck braaing and enjoying the sunset.Take a dip in your private hot tub or in summer splash pool.
Stonehaven Stars Cabin in Hermanus
Stonehaven Stars Cabin in Hermanus is nestled within the tall fynbos and indigenous vegetation found on the farm ensuring a sense of seclusion and privacy. The cabin has two bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom.
The open-plan kitchen is well equipped with a gas hob, microwave, and dishwasher. Guests can relax in the lounge which has a cosy fireplace. Outside there is a private deck with braai facilities and a wood-fired Kol-Kol hot tub.
Rivergate Woodrose Cottage in Stanford
Woodrose Cottage in Stanford sleeps two guests in one bedroom furnished with a Queen-size bed and has an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, dining and living area with a fireplace.
There is a built-in braai, a patio as well as a wood fired hot tub which also serves as a cold-water plunge pool in summer.
Zebra Lodge at Tides River in Malgas
Set amongst milkwoods and aloes and meters from the water, all rooms have river views. Ideal for a large group, Zebra Lodge has four bedrooms. The kitchen is fitted with a stove and oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, kettle, and toaster and has a serving hatch to the dining area. The dining area has an 8-seater dining table and chairs.
The lounge has a fireplace, a TV with a selection of DStv channels, and a built-in bar. The living area has stacker doors that open to a covered verandah with an 8-seater dining table and chairs, built in braai and its own private wood-fired hot tub.
De Uijlenes in Gansbaai
De Uijlenes offers individually decorated holiday cottages in Gansbaai. Each free-standing cottage has separate bedrooms, as well as a living area and a kitchenette or kitchen with the necessary appliances to prepare and cook meals.
Sleeping 2 – 16 guests, each cottage boasts a wood-fired hot tub on a private deck.
Melozhori Waterfall Pod in Bonnievale
Waterfall Pod is air conditioned and has one bedroom furnished with a King-size bed. The kitchen is fully equipped and the living area has comfortable furniture. Between the bedroom and lounge is a combustion fireplace.
Outside there is a fourteen metre long “hammock” running the length of the unit for both safety as well as for relaxing while stargazing or just relaxing and reading a book. There is a built in braai and pizza oven. The deck also has a hot tub.
Seas The Day Romansbaai
Seas the Day Villa has four bedrooms, each a retreat, exuding warmth and sophistication with luxurious linen and opulent décor and is furnished with Queen-size or King-size beds. The open-plan gourmet kitchen is equipped with state-of-the-art appliances including a washing machine and dryer.
The lounge area has comfortable seating, TV with DStv and Netflix and Wi-Fi is available. The allure extends beyond the interior, step outside to discover a plethora of amenities designed to enhance your stay offering outdoor seating and dining, braai facilities, cosy up around the firepit, or soak up in the wood-fired hot tub.
Pik ‘n Wyntjie
This is the definition of a home away from home for 8 visitors to Betty’s Bay. It has all of the comforts of home as well as plenty of entertainment – including a pool table, table tennis table, and dart board.
There’s a fenced garden that well-behaved pooches love. The stunning mountain views are always welcome, but are certainly best enjoyed from the outdoor hot tub. 🐶
Beloftebos Light Cottage
Perched on the hill, this holiday cottage in Stanford sleeps 11 guests and has really breath-taking views of the dam, nature reserve, and mountains. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (indoor and outdoor), a kitchen with a built-in braai, and a patio with a braai and… the real highlight… a hot tub!
And all of this R&R is only 2 hours from Cape Town – perfect for a weekend away.
Beloftebos Melkstal Cottage
The little village of Stanford oozes a restful vibe and it is the definite theme of this retreat for 6. It’s got the farm-life vibe and offers picturesque views of the fynbos, dam, mountains and countryside. There’s a fireplace inside, but it’s the hot tub outside that is completely irresistible.
In summer, you can choose to leave the water cool and use it as a plunge pool.
Oewerzicht Uitsig Cottages
Greyton has a creative pulse that is almost palpable and visiting it is food for the soul. These 4 holiday homes in Greyton each sleep 4 and are on the hill, overlooking all the prettiness of the mountains and valley.
Each cottage has its own private hot tub on the outside patio, and there’s a communal pool. Children and well-behaved pets are welcome.
Black Eagle Cottage
The biggest decision you’ll have to make here is whether to relax in the outdoor hot tub or in front of the fireplace inside. Good thing you can do both! The spacious stoep is covered and showcases the endless views of Botrivier’s countryside.
This holiday home in Botrivier for 4 is only 40 minutes from Hermanus and 1.25 hours from Cape Town.
Frog Mountain Sam’s Place
This farm guest house in Swellendam for up to 12 (8 adults and 4 children) is special. It’s in a verdant valley, surrounded by the exquisite mountains around Swellendam.
Whether you’re jumping into the chilly waters of the swimming pool, lazing in the welcoming hot tub, or enjoying a braai on the patio, you never lose sight of these stunning surrounds.
Frog Mountain Willow Lodge
Need a family getaway for 6 adults and 4 kids in Swellendam? This self-catering place is dreamy. It’s in the valley at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains, surrounded by the emerald-green landscapes of the Overberg.
Outside, there is a pool, fire pit and, best of all, a wood-fired hot tub.
Africamps at Kam’Bati
As winter approaches, there’s nothing better than a bit of glamping to enjoy the natural surrounds of Swellendam while staying toasty and comfortable. Each of these lux tents has a spacious deck with a wood-fired hot tub.
There are also 3 swimming pools, a mini-golf course, and canoes available – perfect for a fun family holiday!
Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve
Wow! This little hideaway in the rocky mountains of Botrivier is all sorts of gorgeous! There are 5 thatched rondavels that sleep 2, 4 and 6 guests. Each is well equipped with the comforts of home and a fireplace, as well as its own hot tub.
Soak your troubles away, surrounded by fynbos and the high blue African skies.
Southern Yurts
Want something a little different? Head to this yurt in Botrivier, where time seems to stand still and the rhythm of nature governs your days. It sleeps 2 and promises spectacular views of the Overberg, as well as of the sun as it rises and sets.
The wood-fired hot tub is a real feature thanks to its idyllic location in the heart of the outdoors.
Parrastoel
We love the indoor/outdoor feel of this hot tub as it’s on a covered and enclosed patio, on the cusp of where the deck tumbles into the mountains and fynbos of Botrivier.
It sleeps 6 in 2 bedrooms and has a great entertainment area, as well as a swimming pool for summer days. What a treat!
Truffle @ Avani Lodge
This is the ultimate in accommodation that feels like it’s morphed with the landscapes around it, thanks to all that glass. The deck and hot tub have exquisite views of the mountains, valley and forest around the little hideaway.
The hot tub is the best place to warm up in the winter, but can also be left cool for hot summer days when you need a refreshing dip. There’s an indoor braai and an outdoor shower too.
AfriCamps at Stanford Hills
These luxury tents overlooking a dam and nestled on the slopes of the Klein River Mountains are hard to beat. They’re dreamy and serene, with all the comforts of home plus an outdoor veranda, which is how they made it onto out list of the best hot tubs in the Overberg.
The highlight of some of the glamping suites is the hot tub on their deck with these beautiful vistas all around you. And all of this tranquillity is just a few minutes from Hermanus.
Pringle Sunsets
Pringle Bay is picturesque and serene…a great escape for anyone that needs to reboot and refresh their body and mind. This holiday home in Pringle Bay sleeps 6 and has a few magical features – including an outdoor shower with fairy lights, the deck with mountain views, and that perfect hot tub outside.
The beach and lagoon are only a short walk away. Pets and children are welcome.
Stay at Friends
Head to Betty’s Bay for an unforgettable stay in this gorgeous setting. It’s tranquil and tasteful, with plenty of light and space to create a restful ambience.
Each of the 5 suites offers something a little different, and all guests have access to the outdoor hot tub that’s surrounded by aloes and the greenery of the Cape Overberg.
De Hoop Cottage
A little Victorian elegance goes a long way! This house for 4 in Greyton is all sorts of wonderful, thanks to its great amenities, awesome entertainment area, magnificent views and… of course … that irresistible hot tub outside.
There’s also a fire pit that’s ideal for long evening chats, and an indoor fireplace.
De Hoop Victorian Farm House
Sometimes, all it takes to regroup after a stressful few months is a farmy getaway, and this holiday home in Greyton for 10 guests is the perfect choice.
Dual showers, Victorian baths with a view, a huge garden and an enclosed patio with a built-in braai are all features; not to mention that gorgeous wood-fired hot tub!
Kam’Bati River Resort
These family-friendly holiday cottages with hot tubs In the Overberg, overlook the dam and offer the perfect combo of endless fun, a stunning setting, and loads of opportunities to do absolutely nothing but chill. The resort has 3 swimming pools, a putt-putt course, a dam, and more.
One of the cabins (Cabin 3) sleeps 4 people and has its own private hot tub too. Bliss.
Black Barn
We’re obsessed. The simple design of this holiday home in Gansbaai celebrates the surrounding beauty of the fynbos and the ocean. It’s spacious and tasteful, ideal for 6 guests.
In addition to the braai, wood-fired stove, and other home comforts, there’s also an outdoor hot tub that is nestled right in the indigenous fynbos of the Overberg.
Twin Cabins at Romansbaai
This is the sort of place where your troubles melt away, thanks to its perfect setting and laid-back vibe. It’s in the Overberg town of Gansbaai and is just a few hundred metres from the beach, close to loads of walking trails.
When you’re not swimming or exploring the area, you’ll almost definitely be treating yourself to a good soak in the hot tub!
Frog Mountain Nguni Cottage
Escape to a farm just outside Swellendam for a break you won’t forget. It sleeps 4 adults and 4 children and has a peaceful ambience that feels miles away from the real world.
Swim in the river or the pool, watch the kids enjoy the pretty garden, go hiking and canoeing, or just unwind in the outdoor hot tub.
Frog Mountain Getaway
These 5 rondavels are ideal for group getaways and every single one of them boasts its own private hot tub. There are rondavels for 5, 8, 10 and 12 guests, making these lovely for families.
These venues with A popular venue with hot tubs In the Overberg also have swimming pools, rock pools, waterfalls, hiking and cycling trails, and a well-stocked dam for fishing. Children love the labyrinth and all the friendly farm animals.
The Honey Bee Suite
This is seriously special! It’s a romantic eco-friendly little hideaway for 2 in the forests around Gansbaai. The free-standing tented room is all about celebrating the pristine beauty of its surrounds.
As part of this commitment, the outdoor hot tub is the perfect place to breathe in the fresh forest air and feel the soothing power of nature.
Black Eagle Villa
Do you ever feel like you just need to get closer to nature to reboot? This Botrivier villa in the mountains overlooking the dam might be the perfect medicine for your soul. Two of the bedrooms have fireplaces, and most of the spaces in the villa promise pretty views.
Swim in the dam and explore the picturesque surrounds, then warm up in that wood-fired hot tub outside.
Black Eagle Lodge
This stone house in the mountains of the Overberg exudes a tranquil farm feel. There is an inviting fireplace in the living area, an outdoor braai, a spacious patio with breath-taking views and a wood-fired hot tub that is perfect all year round.
The dam is right on your doorstep too, when hot summer days demand a refreshing dip.
Oewerzicht Stone Cottages
These stone cottages in Greyton each sleep 2 and are as magical as they are restful. Each is perched on the river bank and has a private veranda overlooking the water. There’s a braai area as well as a hot tub for the guests to enjoy.
This is a family-friendly spot with plenty of places to explore and have fun, while also offering the ultimate in total relaxation. A popular venue with hot tubs In The Overberg.
Ridge House Guesthouse
We know some good views when we see them! This holiday home in Hermanus showcases the gorgeous ocean vistas from the bedrooms, bath, decks, and, of course, outdoor hot tub! There are 4 unique suites, and each has access to the hot tub, fire pit, braai area, and pretty garden.
And all of this is only 2 hours from Cape Town, making Ridge House ideal for a weekend getaway.
Ridge House Villa
What defines cosy for you? This venue with hot tubs in the Overberg, has an inviting fireplace, baths with sea views, bedrooms that open onto private decks that overlook the bay, and an outdoor hot tub? Then, this family-friendly spot is all about the cosiness!
It has 4 bedrooms and sleeps 8 adults and 2 children, all in the pretty coastal town of Hermanus in the Overberg. There’s a little boma and campfire in the garden too.
Popular activities in the Cape Overberg include:
- Shark cage diving in Gansbaai
- Whale tours in Hermanus
- Wine tastings
- Many golf estates
- Watersports
- Birkenhead Brewery in Stanford
- Health spas
- The Whale Museum
- Fly-fishing in Elgin Valley
- Farm stalls and markets
- Cape Agulhas Lighthouse
- Many restaurants, cafés and bistros
Check out even more attractions here.
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