KAROO1 - HOTEL VILLAGE   

For many fortune-seekers of the late 1860's, Karoo 1 was a welcome stopover on their long journey to the newly discovered diamond mines in Kimberley.

Already at that time, the farm was known for its hospitality and good food. It was their 'karbonaatjie', a generous portion of wholesome 'padkos' or lunch pack, that earned the farm its former name of 'Karbonaatjieskraal'. Wrapped in a damp cloth or newspaper, it was a treasured source of comfort for the travellers on their journey further north along the Hex River Pass.

The farm was the first in the Karoo coming from De Doorns, hence its current name 'Karoo 1'. The karbonaatjie may have disappeared from the menu, but hospitality remains key at Karoo 1. A tradition started by the South African Hugo family in the 1860's and continued today by the Woestyn family from Belgium.

Each generation has added its own flavour to this beautiful 2000 ha farm on the rim of a kloof that cuts a deep groove into the Hex River Valley. The land is graced by delightful fynbos, the indigenous Karoo vegetation, and the often snow-capped Matroosberg, the highest peak in the Western Cape.

The original buildings on the farm date back to 1756 and have seen the farm grow from Travellers' Inn to Hotel Village, a new concept introduced by Willy Woestyn in 2009. Willy is a Belgian architect and it has always been his dream to create his own village where he could express and share the enjoyment of the simple things in life: a place called home where one enjoys good food, good wine and good company.

Karoo 1 Hotel Village is a true village with its own wedding chapel, a licensed restaurant and conference facilities. But most importantly, it is a village energised by Willy's gorgeous collection of contemporary art, some of which is made on the farm and many sourced from all over Southern Africa. Absolutely irresistible and part of the decoration for the guests to enjoy.

Welcome to Karoo 1, a Hotel Village where funky sheep greet you upon arrival and playful springbok browse near the terrace of your room...

WINTER SPECIAL! ***ZAR 495/night/person, breakfast included***