Rosenhof is a pretty and sophisticated hotel in the middle of Oudtshoorn. The surrounding area is dry and barren, so the Rosenhof appears as a welcome  oasis after a long drive. The gardens are Victorian in design and bushes of full blown roses give the hotel its name – Rosenhof meaning Rose House in Afrikaans.  The original Victorian Homestead is where the lounges, bar and restaurants are located. In the courtyard 12 guest  rooms have been positioned. . All the rooms are individually furnished in a Cape Victorian style  with en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, television, mini bar and coffee making facilities. 

A recent addition is 2 luxury suites, these have private lounges and huge double size bathrooms - complete with exercise bikes! Each suite has its own swimming pool.  Relax in any one of the luxury lounges, or retire in the smoking room for an after dinner cognac. Traditional South African Cuisine is served with cordon bleu flair and has won Rosenhof international acclaim.  A brand new addition at Rosenhof is its Wellness Centre which includes a Jacuzzi, Sauna, Fully Equipped Gym and Beauty Clinic.

Rosenhof : Eating Ostrich

Rosenhof is well known as  having one of the best restaurants in the Garden Route, we highly recommend enjoying a dinner here.  At the same time - Oudtshoorn is most famous for being the ostrich capital of the world. When it comes to the combination of great taste and healthiness, ostrich is truly one of the most superior meats in existence. It may be unusual for some to think about the planet's largest bird in this manner, but the taste of ostrich is incredibly similar to prime beef. Ostrich, a red meat, is even lower in calories, cholesterol and fat than skinless chicken and turkey, while remaining high in iron and protein.