Reviews of Arbour1 Guesthouse
1 Arbour Road Heatherlands, 6529 George, South Africa
#14 of 62 B&Bs and Inns in George
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 164 hotel reviews
8.8Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.5
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Comfort
9.2
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Location
9.1
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Facilities
9.1
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Staff
9.1
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Value for money
8.8
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Free WiFi
8.9
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Reviewed: 5 September 2025
Patrizia
South Africa58 reviews10 helpful votes8.0“Okay stay in George”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
The fact that I was totally alone on a strange property and there wasn't even anyone to check me in.
The room was beautiful and spacious and as advertised on the website. The breakfast was delicious, however it was a bit strange that I couldn't have breakfast on the Saturday morning as the staff don't work then so I had a pre-prepared meal to warm in the microwave.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 5 June 2025
Linda
South Africa49 reviews3 helpful votes10“Making business travel feel like a little holiday”- • Business trip
- • Group
- • King Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
Well positioned in central George close to all the areas we were planning to visit. The rooms are spacious and well equipped and the bedding of high quality. The room was clean and I found everything I needed for my overnight stay in my room. I particularly appreciated the electric blanket on my bed. Breakfast was great and the lady who prepared and served us was very friendly and cooked a lovely breakfast. This was a great stay and made the business travel feel like a little holiday.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Christina
South Africa7 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Baie mooi tuin
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Ilmar
South Africa4 reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double or Twin Room with Terrace
- • Stayed 1 night
Dear Team, Kindly note that I am giving the feedback on Ilmar's experience - he was so satisfied and happy and happy - he will defn visit you soon again and asked that we need to book him in suite 5 the next time. Thank you for your assistance and making it an unforgettable stay for him.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Alistair
South Africa5 reviews8.0“Comfortable, well positioned to center of town and friendly staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast was adequate. The road nose was intrusive but if you closed the rooms door it was manageable.
Good location, friendly staff, beautiful garden.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Minne
South Africa24 reviews3 helpful votes10“Definitely a place to stay! Awesome environment and host!”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I thought everything was perfect.
The host was amazing. I was impressed by the hospitality and the general atmosphere was very pleasant.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 11 February 2025
Louise
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Stunning place to stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Absolutely nothing
It was beautiful, clean and comfortable. Lovely host (JP) gorgeous gardens and pool
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 23 January 2025
Jim
United Kingdom5 reviews10“JP gave us a warm welcome. He was really efficient and went out of his way to help us and book”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
N/à
Extremely clean and exceptional service. Gardens are beautiful and location was super.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 20 January 2025
Paul
South Africa8 reviews9.0“George stopover”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Beautiful gardens, central location, very comfortable room and an amazing breakfast!
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Ryan
South Africa3 reviews9.0“Would stay again. Great property.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The only minor thing is there was no AC in our room and it was a hot few days in George.
Really well appointed rooms, nice bedding. Really enjoyed the size. Everything was well managed by the team at Arbour1.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 1 October 2024
Shannon
South Africa12 reviews1 helpful vote10“Fantastic and value for money.”- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Magnificent garden. Made you want to explore it. Variety of birds called the garden home. Excellent communication. Exquisite decor, extremely tasteful. I have never stayed in such a clean B&B. It sparkled. The linen and towels were white and quality. Bonus was the electrical blankets and wall heater on a cold night. Breakfast was most enjoyable. The stay was sheer luxury. Touches such as sherry and chocolate. The kitchenette was well catered for needs of a traveller and included an egg boiler, toaster, microwave, fridge. Luxury toiletries. JP was a gracious and caring manager. I look forward to staying again.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: 20 August 2024
Lynne
South Africa1 review10“Absolutely fantastic, thank you”- • Business trip
- • Group
- • King Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
Cannot complain at all
Exceptional, way surpassed my expectations Beautiful gardens, friendly staff Rooms stunning, clean, attention to detail, value for money Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Would recommend to anyone. Thank you
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: 13 August 2024
Leonard
South Africa7 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Very Clean and Welcoming Accommodation.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
I did not dislike the shower, but prefer a bath whenever possible.
Exquisitely clean. Very comfortable. Peaceful/Tranquil. Beautiful property. Extremely friendly and helpful host and staff.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Wesley
South Africa24 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Lizel
South Africa1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was amazing!
The breakfast was good, no complaints. I love everything about the place, the scenery, atmosphere, the room and most of all the friendliness of JP!! Will definitely visit again ! 🤗🥰🤗
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Herman
South Africa1 review9.0Superb- • Business trip
- • Group
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Excellent Venue - Friendly Hosts and Great Breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Martin
South Africa1 review9.0“Best in a long time. Will definitely visit again”- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Poor water preasure room 3
Beatifull garden and rooms. Really good breakfast. Very clean. Most comfortable bed
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Wayne
South Africa16 reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, great breakfast and an excellent location. Room is beautiful with everything one needs. Loved the welcoming sherry and chocolate!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Michael
South Africa3 reviews10“very nice thanks”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 2 nights
Excellent breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Jean
South Africa4 reviews10Exceptional- • Family with young children
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Safe and clean. Very friendly staff and exceptional breakfast. Always nice to stay there
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Jason
United Kingdom15 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“What a little gem, just a short taxi ride from George airport and the shopping mall”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Can't think of anything
What a lovely place. My room was great overlooking the pool and garden. It was quiet and friendly and amazing value for money. I would definitely recommend it and stay again if I'm in the area.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Rosetta
South Africa12 reviews10“Home away from home”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Loved everything about the property.
The property manager Charlene was just absolutely amazing. Even before we got to the accommodation, she was communicating with ensuring all was fine. The room we started in was absolutely beautiful and comfortable. The cleanliness of the room and linen made the stay even better. Charlene and the staff were excellent, going as far as accommodating my partner and I’s request for breakfast in our room. And moreover when we wanted to move out of the room to finish off the breakfast, they graciously obliged. The cherry on top of this great service was the check in message from Charlene when we got to Cape Town. Than you Charlene, you’re absolutely amazing. We will definitely visit again when we’re back in George.☺️
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Faan
South Africa1 review9.0“home away from home”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Pool View
- • Stayed 2 nights
just a heart warm questhouse
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Madri
South Africa11 reviews9.0“Comfortable stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Terrace
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
Beautiful guesthouse with pretty gardens! Good location.
Stayed in January 2024
