Reviews of Swanepoel Guesthouse
83 Da Gama Road, 6330 Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
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Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat and spacious house. Very clean and neat with all the facilities you can think of. Elmari was a wonderful host and Lee was very friendly and made sure everything you needed was there. Nice and cosy swimming pool. Close to the beach and restaurants.
Nothing I can think of.
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery warm welcome, very comfortable place, well-located. Wonderful place, spotless.
We didn´t know well how to use the kitchen (there was food in the fridge - for whom?; where is the trash bin etc.). One of the rooms was a bit cold.
Reviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery nice large room very well finished
Thank you Gerbrand
Reviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIt was meticulously clean and the beds were the beds beds away from home, super comfortable and cosy!
I would have preferred being able to see the ocean but that was not a deal breaker
Reviewed: 15 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewStunning location with breathtaking views —perfect for unwinding and relaxing. The bed was very comfortable, and the house is beautifully appointed with everything you need, especially in the kitchen. Ideal for the discerning traveler or a couple looking to truly get away. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would highly recommend staying here to others.
Thank you
Reviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReally liked staying here. Combines the best bits of hotel and Airbnb. You get your own bedroom and bathroom, which are hotel quality, and you can also use the communal kitchen, lounge and pool, which are also very nice and comfortable. Elmari is also very nice and welcoming, and so is the housekeeper. This is honestly one of my favourite places I’ve stayed in SA.
Thank you Alex!
Reviewed: 3 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewEverything was perfect.
Reviewed: 28 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful rooms, friendly host and more than we expected! Definitely value for money.
Thank you!
Reviewed: 22 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewSpacious room with desk to work at.
Uncomfortable mattress
Reviewed: 15 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewIt seemed like a large comfortable home rather than a guesthouse. We felt very comfortable and relaxed and enjoyed the courtyard pool. We had use of all the facilities in the house which was amazing. It was near the beach and we could walk to restaurants. Xxx
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Reviewed: 15 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful, Clean, Comfortable, very friendly and helpful host
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Reviewed: 20 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLOVED absolutely everything about this place. Elmarie was a wonderful host, the accommodation is 5 star- comfortable, clean and the guesthouse facilities are fantastic! We will definitely be back. Thank you!
Nothing at all
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Reviewed: 10 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewVery pleasant stay. We felt much at home. The home cinema was a nice extra. Lovely host, clean house and close to the beach!
Reviewed: 3 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewA beautiful property in the heart of Jeffery’s Bay & a sones throw from the beach . Our room was upgraded on arrival & our only regret was not staying longer. A very welcoming hostess . We would love to come again 😊
Nothing - it was perfect
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Reviewed: 5 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewEverything
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Thank you Chris
Reviewed: 24 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewWonderful host, amazing guesthouse with wonderful facilities and fabulous decor throughout. Very modern, super clean. Would 100% recommend.
Nothing!
Thank you Maddi
Reviewed: 15 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
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