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8A Grahamstown

4.0 star property
Upscale guesthouse with bars/lounges and outdoor pool

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TV
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Interior
Balcony
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

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8A St Aidans Avenue, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139
  • Popular LocationSt Andrew's College13 min walk
  • Popular LocationRhodes University4 min drive
  • Popular Location1820 Settlers National Monument5 min drive
  • AirportPort Elizabeth (PLZ)98 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Room (garden facing, bath )

Luxury Room (garden facing, bath )

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room (upstairs with view)

Luxury Room (upstairs with view)

Luxury Room (upstairs with view)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite (upstairs with views)

Luxury Suite (upstairs with views)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room (family)

Deluxe Room (family)

Deluxe Room (family)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Luxury Room (garden facing)

Luxury Room (garden facing)

Luxury Room (garden facing)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Makhanda

At 8A Grahamstown you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of St Andrew's College and Diocesan School for Girls. Highlights at this guest house include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Makhanda guest house include Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George and St Patrick's Catholic Church.
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What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 13 min walk
  • Diocesan School for Girls - 13 min walk
  • Rhodes University - 4 min drive
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 5 min drive
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Major Fraser's - 2 min drive
  • Revelations Coffee Shop - 14 min walk
  • KFC - 4 min drive
  • Rat & Parrot - 18 min walk
  • Mugg & Bean - 15 min walk

About this property

8A Grahamstown

Upscale guesthouse with bars/lounges and outdoor pool
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at 8A Grahamstown. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Makhanda guest house is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
8A Grahamstown offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary dressing gowns. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. This Makhanda guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 120 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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 full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

8A Grahamstown B&B
8A B&B
8A Grahamstown House
8A House
8A Grahamstown Guesthouse
8A Guesthouse
8A Grahamstown Makhanda
8A Grahamstown Guesthouse
8A Grahamstown Guesthouse Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 8A Grahamstown?

8A Grahamstown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 8A Grahamstown?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 8A Grahamstown on 1 June 2024 start from AU$162.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at 8A Grahamstown?

Yep, 8A Grahamstown has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to 8A Grahamstown?

The closest beach to 8A Grahamstown is Kenton on Sea Beach (45.3 km).

Does 8A Grahamstown have a pool?

8A Grahamstown has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does 8A Grahamstown serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 8A Grahamstown?

No, 8A Grahamstown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 8A Grahamstown?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at 8A Grahamstown?

No, pets are not allowed.

8A Grahamstown Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luyanda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
all good.
good for an overnight. nothing in the area for dining out had take in. place was clean and rooms spacious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Olabisi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing.. very comfortable and accommodating.. will definitely stay here again.. Unathi the host was a pleasure..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Suite, Room 1, was absolutely fantastic. Large rooms, beautiful view and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Razvan Andrei

It's a very nice place, friendly and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Marie Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Grahamstown B&B
We enjoyed the location of the accommodation and it was practical for our stay. We had a water problem on the last day of our stay but fortunately it was resolved 2 hours later.

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect guest house
Beautifully appointed, peaceful and with a nice view - great to find somewhere really good in Grahamstown