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Reviews of Marula Lodge This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

111 Voortrek Street, 6740 Swellendam, South Africa

#13 of 29 B&Bs and inns in Swellendam

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 142 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: April 29, 2025

    10
    Beautiful guesthouse!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marula Classic
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A quiet place with a lovely garden and a beautiful swimmingpool. The family room was huge and so beautifully decorated. We loved it!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely guest house, beautiful gardens and lovely pool. Rooms spacious and comfortable. Walter recommended a restaurant for dinner which was fantastic and breakfast the next morning was great.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2025

    8.0
    A
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night

    The very disturbing thing was some insect in our room that was making noise, it was a cicada or a grasshopper, and it was VERY ANNOYING, I wouldn't be able to get asleep without earplugs and I couldn't find it in the apartment. But I think that's ok, it happens sometimes

    We stayed there for one night. Everything was clean and very comfortable, and we parked our car there. The property is located in a nice part of the city, quite close to restaurants and cafes. They upgraded one of our rooms, it was very nice form them

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Garden
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely warm welcome. Accommodation was spotless.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2025

    8.0
    Great place for a short stopover, a little gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Marula Classic
    • Stayed 1 night

    Beautifully laid out rooms around the pool, nice touches like an honesty bar for soft drinks. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2025

    8.0
    A wonderful stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    In room facilities not geared for self-catering, I would suggest making use of the bed and breakfast option.

    Well maintained property in an excellent location. Extremely friendly and helpful owner.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2025

    9.0
    Swellendam weekend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly homely atmosphere. Thoughtful little things such as extra pool towels, Tabard and the honesty bar.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Garden
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is no air conditioning in the room - there is a ceiling fan, though.

    The location is great. It's safe to walk to restaurants, and there are some really good restaurants close by. The gardens and pool are beautiful. Towels are provided for pool use, and there are plenty of sun loungers and shade available. There's a very relaxed atmosphere - guests can help themselves to stuff in the fridge and use the honesty book to settle up later.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely comfortable lodge with pool
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Marula Garden
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No fridge in the room

    Good location to town and restaurants Staff very helpful with restaurant recommendations and bookings Nice garden space and swimming pool, comfy beds Very friendly host

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    9.0
    Pleasant stay in a nice environment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Garden
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was warm in Swellendam (January) and an air conditioner in the room would have been nice.

    Very nice guesthouse and a friendly helpful staff. Location is convenient with some restaurants and a supermarket within walking distance.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Convenient location(Pick n Pay in 5 mins walk) Lovely atmosphere (5 rabbits in the yard so cute!!!) Nice staff service

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The road can be a bit noisy and there was no AC. Normally I think thats fine but it was just extremely warm during our stay.

    The host is lovely, he is very funny and has loads of very good tips. The big garden and swimming pool are also great.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2024

    10
    Great value for money stop n way home to Cape Town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Helpful, informative staff who offered all support for my disabled wife. Excellent breakfast. Clean. Lovely setting in convenient location.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 25, 2024

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Such a lovely property, very calm and serene. The pool area was fabulous

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 22, 2024

    9.0
    Perfect for an overnight stay! Very comfartable.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location was brilliant and close to the work site and center of town.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely room, nice host with a lot of good recommendations, Beautiful garden

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 3, 2024

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to add here :)

    We only stayed here for one night and the accommodation was great, cozy and comfortable. We had a quick swim in the pool, and after that we headed to a restaurant for dinner, for which Walter helped us make a reservation as it was a busy Saturday evening. We appreciated Walter's recommendations for our drive back to Cape Town, as we ended up seeing beautiful scenery thanks to that! :)

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 20, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The room was modern, clean, and beautifully furnished. The garden was gorgeous- especially the bunnies hopping around.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cleanliness, utilities, ambiance

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2024

    8.0
    Cozy stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was a bit cold during the night. The rooms close to the pool don’t have a lot of privacy (I.e. you can’t open the window without everyone seeing you) We couldn’t use the pool (we travelled end of august)

    Walter was very friendly and the room was quite nice!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Garden
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    ..

    Very clean and comfortable rooms.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2024

    10
    Lovely
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Marula Standard
    • Stayed 1 night

    N/A

    I am writing this on Steve's instructions. I booked this for him so the review is coming to my email. Steve says that Walter, the host was so kind and such a help with getting his dinner booked and ensuring he had a comfortable stay. Really appreciated. When Steve called to ask how th TV worked, Wslter was patient and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful garden and great location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely pitstop between Cape Town and Oudtshoorn
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Marula Classic
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Incredible host

    Stayed in March 2024

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