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Marula Lodge Guesthouse

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Sun deck
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Garden Area
Standard Double Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
111 Voortrek Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
    14 min walk
  • Railton Library
    17 min walk
  • Powell House
    1 min walk
  • Swellendam Groente Mark Fisheries and Take Aways
    2 min walk

Room options

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Poolside

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Poolside

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room, Pool Access, Garden View

Classic Double Room, Pool Access, Garden View

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Garden Area

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Garden Area

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Garden Area

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Marula Lodge Guesthouse

Guesthouse with an outdoor pool, near Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
This guesthouse features an outdoor pool, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and tour/ticket assistance.
Marula Lodge Guesthouse offers 6 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. This Swellendam guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Marula Lodge Guesthouse, you'll be within walking distance of Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, laundry facilities, and a multilingual staff
  • 14 minutes by foot from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam and a 2-minute drive from Bukkenburg Pottery Studio
As a guest of Marula Lodge Guesthouse, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Marula Lodge Guesthouse.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Swellendam guesthouse.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM: ZAR 130 per person

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bike parking
  • Bike storage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping centre

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in reception
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 130 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily until 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Marula Lodge Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Arran

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

P.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henri

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thorsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and property. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

tamara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice find… beautiful stay save for no AC … ceiling fan but still extremely hot even with windows open. I am normally cold. And this room was really hot! Still a great place for sleeping and relaxing. Breakfast was definitely excellent. I’d stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Devalingum

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
It was a very pleasant stay. The host was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent b&b in Swellendam
Excellent .....good facilities.....very welcoming host who went out of her way to look after us.......room comfortable with all facilities .....lovely garden and pool .....most Of all lovely local birds
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Meryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable but small rooms otherwise very good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless with everything we needed. The staff were very friendly, giving us plenty of suggestions for things to do and places to eat. The facilities were great, nice pool and garden with plenty of space to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location run by a very friendly couple. Very clean and comfortable with good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, nice and clean rooms .Quiet. Would go there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here for one night. Everything was excellent. Beautiful location, very nice owners. We were made very welcome. Wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are all arranged around the pool and a lovely yard. The owners and the staff are all fantastic. The room was compact but very clean and well-appointed. A little far from the center of town but there are numerous dining options within a five minute walk. Plan ahead on Sunday since most everything is closed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Barbro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place and great value for money. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A welcome break on our journey.
A simple hotel, our one night stay here was excellent. The rooms are set in gardens round a pool. There is a guest fridge and an honesty bar. We had the two garden rooms which are probably the best, they shared a partly covered terrace with a benches and tables. The cooked breakfast was delicious, a good choice of fruit, cereal and bacon, eggs etc. It is not a fancy hotel but a friendly guest house to which we would return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019