Golden Lantern Guest Lodge

3.0 star property
Bela-Bela guesthouse with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Property grounds
Flat-screen TV
Suite (Private S/Catering) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Courtyard
Chalet (S/Catering 6 sleeper) | Premium bedding, desk, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Barbecue grills
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Flat-panel TV

Room options

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Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Luxury Suite, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
22 Van Der Merwe St, Bela-Bela, Limpopo, 0480

What's nearby

  • Bela Bela Flea Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bela-Bela Mosque - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm - 19 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Sondela Nature Reserve - 20 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate - 31 min drive - 28.4 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Agri Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Klein Kariba Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dros - Bela-Bela - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Golden Lantern Guest Lodge

Golden Lantern Guest Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Bela-Bela. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
  • 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby

Services

  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Beer Garden - This bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: ZAR 300.0 per night

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 100.00 for adults and ZAR 80.00 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Firewood is available for an extra charge of ZAR 20.00

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

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Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Guesthouse Bela-Bela
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Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Lantern Guest Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Golden Lantern Guest Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing, and safari tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Golden Lantern Guest Lodge?
Yes, Beer Garden offers local and international cuisine.
Does Golden Lantern Guest Lodge have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Golden Lantern Guest Lodge like?
Golden Lantern Guest Lodge is a short 11-minute walk from Bela Bela Flea Market and 6 minutes' walk from Smart Center.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Kgothatso Lucky, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Zanyiwe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed my stay
Mahlatse, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The bed was so terrible, the mattress was poking me n everytime i move it makes noise...sleeper couch was worse...TV is too small ,is like watching soccer on a laptop while is 5m away...security as well...electric fence and remote gate needed.
Livhuwani, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Precious, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Iris, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

M, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wayne Molefe, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Esther, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

SJ, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Terry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay
It was very good staff was friendly and the place is very clean
Lerato, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Amukelani, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kgomotso wendy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Memorable Stay
Friendly and Helpful Staff, Clean and Comfortable Rooms. Need Extra Chair in the room in future.
Visa, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Moses, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Very nice
Gcinile Ettie, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Abegale, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Good
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Maureen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Motsebi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable,Peace of mind stay!!
I can’t complain…the staff was very active,helpful and very friendly,my stays with The golden lantern is always fruitful and comfortable 😂😂😂😂
Mmamafala, 3-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

Arthur, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The best place ever
The best place ever, the staff is so friendly and the place is very clean... I had great fun.
Chinah, 1-night trip
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