The hotel is very central situated just a couple of minutes from the main centre. The gentleman on reception was very helpful with securing our car and helping with luggage. He showed us to a room which situated at the back of a small pool area, it didn’t match what I had been expecting but thought I maybe I was mistaken. We arrived late in the afternoon and had been driving some time so needed to stretch our legs and get some fresh air and therefore headed straight out. While we were out I checked my booking confirmation and the room did not match the description or pictures. However we arrived back around 9pm to darkness due to load shedding (no sign or information this was due to happen) They do have a generator but for lighting in the rooms only. The reception also closes down at 9pm. When we started to unpack a few things I then realised none of the windows opened and all covered by curtains as outside were walls etc. We could then hear someone in the room above going to the toilet. It was an uncomfortable night with lighting and someone’s mobile vibrating on the floor above. We went to breakfast which had a good selection of fresh fruits, yogurts and cereals. The cooked breakfast was ok not exceptional We didn’t see any other guests. I spoke to the same man at reception and said the room we had been given didn’t match photos and descriptions I had on my booking. He stated the booking system is automated and he would not have allocated and they were fully booked. I told about the noise from above and the room had no windows which were not completely covered, I felt I was in a converted garage. He said he would speak to the director. There was a woman who appeared now and again but seemed to avoid guests. As we were heading out for a wine tour he told us we would be moved. On our return the room we were shown to fitted the description and photos on my confirmation. It was a much nicer room with balcony and overlooked the pool with windows that could be opened. We left the next day again we saw no one at breakfast. The hotel is quirky and decorated in a old colonial style. It is a nice street and looks lovely from the outside. It was a strange experience and I was very annoyed that we had to challenge to have the room we booked and paid for, this was supposed be 5 star and it was not and I will contact our booking agent to seek compensation for the 1st night stay. Stellenbosch is so beautiful and this strange experience tainted our stay.