Lord Charles Hotel, Somerset West, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

This hotel is nestled amid the breathtaking surroundings of the Cape Wine lands. The centre of Cape Town lies around 45 km away. Cape Town Airport is just 20 min from the hotel by car.

The hotel has a lifts and features 198 rooms, including 9 suites and 186 double rooms. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. A cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel offers various facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Guests of the hotel are welcome to relax in the garden. Additional amenities include a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (no extra charge) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Travellers with bicycles can make use of the on-site bicycle storage area. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a projector.

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Guests can leisurely swim a few laps in one of 2 heated freshwater pools of the outdoor area. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. Sun loungers and parasols on the terrace invite guests to relax and unwind. The hotel offers outdoor sports, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, volleyball, crazy golf, golf and horse riding. With windsurfing, jet skiing, motorboat rides, sailing, catamaraning, snorkelling and diving available, fans of water sports will have plenty to choose from. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, billiards, bowling, squash and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium. Additional amenities include an entertainment programme for children with a number of fun activities.

Dining facilities include a bar and a pub. Guests can dine in 2 restaurants, which have air conditioning and high chairs as well as smoking and non-smoking areas. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board, full board and all-inclusive. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Dinner options include a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Diet meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.