During winter, occupancies in the Western Cape dip, but the province still has plenty to offer and the winter rainfall also ensures the region is lush and green. Tourism Update rounds up some of the deals available during the winter months.

1.Romantic winter escape with Tintswalo

Until August 31, Tintswalo Atlantic is offering a R5 500 per room per night stay for two people. The rate includes airport transfers; a welcome lunch and breakfast. A gourmet five-course dinner is bookable as an extra at R360 per person. The special is 10% commissionable for agents and valid for new bookings only.

2. Winter warmth at the Capital Mirage

The Capital Mirage offers winter rates from R1 530 per room per night. Bookings can be made online or with the hotel directly, using the promo code WINTERSPECIAL. The offer is valid from June 1-13, subject to availability and terms and conditions apply. Complimentary uncapped WiFi is included and rooms feature underfloor heating and a Nespresso machine. The special is commissionable at 10%.

3.Winter conferences

The Radisson Blu Le Vendome Hotel in Cape Town offers special winter day conference packages. Full-day conference package are R365 per person. This includes three coffee/tea breaks, WiFi, parking, lunch, and snacks. The half-day conference package is R340 per person and includes a coffee/tea break, WiFi, parking, lunch, and snacks. There is also an overnight option. The 24-hour winter day conference package is R1 850 per person and includes accommodation, breakfast, dinner, WiFi and parking.