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Gaikou Lodge

4.0 star property
Swellendam B&B with outdoor pool

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Property grounds
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $139
includes taxes & fees
$120 per night
Dec 3 - Dec 4

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
69 Berg Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740

What's nearby

  • Drostdy Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 19 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Bontebok National Park - 23 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Tredici - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪De Vagebond Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Gaikou Lodge

Gaikou Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Swellendam. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 12 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 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 6 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 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (during limited hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 6:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

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

Also known as

Gaikou Lodge Swellendam
Gaikou Swellendam
Gaikou
Gaikou Lodge Swellendam
Gaikou Lodge Bed & breakfast
Gaikou Lodge Bed & breakfast Swellendam

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Gaikou Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Gaikou Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gaikou Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Gaikou Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gaikou Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Gaikou Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Gaikou Lodge like?
Gaikou Lodge is a short 13-minute walk from Drostdy Museum and 18 minutes' walk from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jacobus, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The amazing setting, really well laid out rooms and close to restaurants in town
Joleen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The best place to stay
I wish I could have stayed longer, what an amazing place, from the surrounds to the room, I have three words, amazing, simply amazing. To date, the best place I have stayed on my travels. Will definitely come back. Thank you for the beautiful stay.
Samantha, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, situated in extensive grounds with mountain views. Comfortable and modern rooms with patio/verandah. Excellent attentive and hospitable staff. Superb breakfast. It was all good, would highly recommend.
Dennis, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Carla was super helpfull and even allowed a late check-out
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Owners super friendly. Upstairs rooms like a French 18th century palace.
john, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alles wunderbar, ein Ort der Erholung
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Heerlijk rustig, mooie vogelplek.
Prima plek. Leuk wandelen langs de rivier, massa's vogels.Kingfischers en black eagles. Lekker ontbijt met wat klef croisantje.
P, 1-night romance trip
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