111 Voortrek Street, 6740 Swellendam, South Africa
#13 of 29 B&Bs and inns in Swellendam
Guests' ChoiceBased on 142 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 29, 2025
Debbie
NetherlandsA 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
Sarah
United KingdomLovely 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
Galina
GermanyThe 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
Collin
South AfricaLovely warm welcome. Accommodation was spotless.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 29, 2025
David
United KingdomBeautifully 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
Roald
South AfricaIn 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
George
South AfricaFriendly homely atmosphere. Thoughtful little things such as extra pool towels, Tabard and the honesty bar.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 9, 2025
Janet
United KingdomThere 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
Jacqueline
GuernseyNo 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
Martin
NetherlandsIt 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
Songzhu
JapanConvenient 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
Dennis
NetherlandsThe 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
David
South AfricaNothing
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
Rash786
United KingdomSuch a lovely property, very calm and serene. The pool area was fabulous
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 22, 2024
Shandene
South AfricaLocation was brilliant and close to the work site and center of town.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 11, 2024
Sandra
GermanyLovely room, nice host with a lot of good recommendations, Beautiful garden
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 3, 2024
Paulina
NetherlandsNothing 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
Rose
South AfricaNothing
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
Nomtha
South AfricaCleanliness, utilities, ambiance
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 9, 2024
Daniela
PortugalIt 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
Kim
South Africa..
Very clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 25, 2024
Linda
South AfricaN/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
Danie
South AfricaBeautiful garden and great location.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Annelien
South AfricaIncredible host
Stayed in March 2024
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