Welcome to Blix-Inn, your premier destination for sophisticated comfort in the heart of Stellenbosch.
Nestled on Hamman Street just off historic Dorp Street, our upmarket guesthouse offers seven
exquisite en-suite King rooms designed with the luxury business traveller in mind.
Karen Blixen
(ROOM 1)
Writer, storyteller and the inspiration behind Blix, Karen Blixen transformed her years in Kenya into the timeless memoir Out of Africa. The Karen Blixen Room celebrates her independence, imagination and enduring love for Africa.
FARAH
(ROOM 2)
Named after Farah Aden, Karen Blixen’s trusted Somali steward and one of the most important figures in Out of Africa. The Farah Room celebrates loyalty, wisdom and the remarkable friendship at the heart of Blixen’s life in Kenya.
LORD DELAMERE
(ROOM 3)
Named after Hugh Cholmondeley, the 3rd Baron Delamere, one of the best-known figures of early colonial Kenya. The Lord Delamere Room recalls an ambitious and controversial era of East African history that forms part of the world surrounding Out of Africa.
BERKELEY COLE
(ROOM 4)
A close friend of Karen Blixen and Denys Finch Hatton, Berkeley Cole was known for his wit, generosity and love of the finer things in life. The Berkeley Cole Room celebrates friendship, conversation and the colourful social world of Out of Africa.
BROR BLIXEN
(ROOM 5)
Baron Bror von Blixen-Finecke was Karen Blixen’s husband, a celebrated big-game hunter and a defining figure in the beginning of her African story. The Bror Blixen Room reflects a life shaped by adventure, independence and the African wilderness.
Denys Finch Hatton
(ROOM 6)
Explorer, hunter, aviator and the great love of Karen Blixen’s African years, Denys Finch Hatton is one of the most memorable figures in Out of Africa. His room celebrates freedom, curiosity and a profound love of Africa.
KAMANTE
(ROOM 7)
Kamante Gatura was a young Kikuyu man who became Karen Blixen’s cook, companion and one of the most distinctive voices in Out of Africa. The Kamante Room celebrates observation, resilience and an unexpected friendship.
Amenities
Attractions
NEIGHBOURHOOD
FAQ
Each room is equipped with the following:
- king bed
- free wifi
- aircon
- smart TV
- desk and chair
- fridge and freezer
- microwave
- kettle
- nespresso machine
- hairdryer
- iron and board
- bath towels
- swimming towels
- heated towel rail
- africology shampoo, conditioner and shower gel
- handwash
- room spray
Room Amenities
Blix Inn is positioned in one of South Africa’s most celebrated wine and hospitality regions. Guests are within close reach of wine estates, restaurants, mountain trails, galleries, and historic landmarks.
Nearby Attractions
- Blix Tavern
- Oom Samie se Winkel
- Stellenbosch Wine Route
- Dorp Street Historic District
- Rustenberg Wine Estate
- Tokara Wine Estate
- Lanzerac Wine Estate
- Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden
- Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
- Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
- Local Art Galleries & Antique Stores
- Golf Courses & Mountain Trails
Explore Stellenbosch & The Cape Winelands
Blix Inn is located in central Stellenbosch, one of South Africa’s oldest and most historic towns. Known for oak-lined streets, Cape Dutch architecture, wine estates, and a strong food and cultural scene, Stellenbosch offers a slower and more considered pace of travel.
Guests staying at Blix Inn are positioned within easy reach of the Cape Winelands while remaining connected to the restaurants, cafés, galleries, and social life of the town itself. Whether visiting for wine tasting, business, weekend travel, or a longer stay in the Cape, Blix Inn offers boutique accommodation with a strong sense of place.
Stay in the Heart of Stellenbosch
Frequently Asked Questions About Blix Inn
Where is Blix Inn located?
Blix Inn is located at 14 Hamman Street in central Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands, within walking distance of restaurants, wine bars, coffee shops, galleries, and historic streets.
Is Blix Inn close to wine farms?
Yes. Blix Inn is centrally positioned near some of Stellenbosch’s most well-known wine estates, making it an ideal base for wine tasting weekends and Cape Winelands travel.
Does Blix Inn have parking?
Yes. Secure on-site parking is available for guests.
Does Blix Inn have a swimming pool?
Yes. Guests have access to a private courtyard swimming pool.
Is Blix Inn suitable for couples?
Blix Inn is well suited to couples looking for boutique accommodation in Stellenbosch with a quieter and more considered atmosphere.
Is Blix Inn suitable for business travellers?
Yes. The guesthouse offers central accommodation with WiFi, private rooms, and convenient access to Stellenbosch businesses and the university.
Are the rooms air-conditioned?
Yes. All rooms include air-conditioning for comfort throughout the year.
Is Blix Inn walking distance from restaurants and bars?
Yes. Blix Inn is situated within walking distance of many of Stellenbosch’s leading restaurants, cafés, wine bars, and nightlife destinations.
What is Blix Tavern?
Blix Tavern is the bar / coffee shop roughly 70 meters from Blix Inn, known for craft beer, cigars, coffee, whisky, and a more old-world atmosphere inspired by Out of Africa.
How far is Blix Inn from Cape Town?
Blix Inn is approximately 45 minutes from Cape Town and Cape Town International Airport.
Is Blix Inn a hotel or a guesthouse?
Blix Inn is a boutique guesthouse — offering the personal service and character of a small hotel, with seven individually designed rooms rather than a large hotel footprint.
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