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The Old Orchard

Property class: 3.5

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A lodge with a thatched roof, a dock extending into a calm lake, and a backdrop of mountains and palm trees under a twilight sky.
A lakeside lodge with thatched-roof cabins, wooden decks, and a calm water body reflecting the structures.
A wooden dining area with a table set for two, a fireplace, and large windows overlooking a natural landscape.

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Explore the area

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R56 Road to Matatiele, Tweefontein Farm, Greater Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal, 4700
  • Place, Kokstad Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, East Griqualand Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kokstad Shopping Centre
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Executive Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Greater Kokstad

At The Old Orchard you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Kokstad Golf Club and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from East Griqualand Museum. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi, patios and Smart TVs. .At the guest house's restaurant, you can grab a bite to eat. Other amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Greater Kokstad guest house include Kokstad Shopping Centre and Mount Currie Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Kokstad Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • East Griqualand Museum - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Kokstad Shopping Centre - 9 min drive - 5.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wimpy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Giramundo Kokstad - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Old Orchard

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Old Orchard also features an outdoor pool, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Greater Kokstad guest house is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Old Orchard offers 16 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Greater Kokstad guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee: ZAR 125 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Golf driving range
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 125 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at The Old Orchard.

Property is also known as

Old Orchard Hotel Kokstad

Old Orchard Kokstad

The Old Orchard Guesthouse

The Old Orchard Greater Kokstad

The Old Orchard Guesthouse Greater Kokstad

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Old Orchard?

The Old Orchard offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Orchard?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Orchard on 18 Sept 2026 start from AU$104, 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 The Old Orchard?

Yep, The Old Orchard has a self car park, for a fee. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does The Old Orchard have a pool?

The Old Orchard has an outdoor pool.

Does The Old Orchard serve breakfast?

Sure does, free breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Old Orchard?

No, The Old Orchard does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Old Orchard?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Old Orchard's onsite restaurant.

Are pets allowed at The Old Orchard?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Old Orchard Reviews

Reviews

4.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 5 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stuart

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

WORST run establishment EVER!!!

The pool was filthy. The whole premises is in dire need of upgrading and some love. What was on offer for dinner was questionable. There was a 1-page menu with numerous items that you could not have as they did not have stock. There was no-one else eating there which is usually a dead teller that one should not eat there, which I did not do either. An Executive suite - I THINK NOT. The bed was so hard, I could have actually slept on the floor and not known the difference. The towels need to be thrown away and repalced................ BAD BAD BAD There was no soap or shampoo in my room. When I asked at reception, I was given 2 x soaps and an apology because they did not have any shampoo. Breakfast was supposed to be at 7. The guy in reception only arrives at 8. I paid for breakfast included and the lady in the kitchen could not confirm with him by phone if that was so, or not. So, I ended up not having breakfast that I paid for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
After seeing this property advertised on Hotels.com and Expedia, I was excited to book due to the scenic setting, pool, and dam views. On arrival I was welcomed by a friendly staff member, Lolly. There was brief confusion regarding payment despite having prepaid via Hotels.com, but this was resolved. I was then informed that the pool was out of order and drained after the festive period. Swimming in the adjacent dam was also not permitted. As these features influenced my booking, this was disappointing. The room broadly matched the online description but was in need of maintenance. There were visible areas of peeling paint and damp in both the bedroom and bathroom. While not critical for a short stay, this would likely impact longer visits. Despite low occupancy, my room overlooked staff accommodation rather than the scenic views advertised online. I chose to dine at the on-site restaurant. Wood-fired pizzas, prominently advertised at reception, were unavailable. The menu was limited and several items were not available. I ordered a T-bone steak, which was neither a T-bone nor edible due to the toughness of the meat. Another table experienced the same issue. To their credit, the meal was removed from my bill without hesitation. Drink options were also limited, with no spirits available despite being listed. The venue itself is lovely and has strong potential. With better maintenance, clearer communication on facilities, and a more consistent restaurant offering.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness

One night stopover.

This was a one night stopover. The standard room was very small and looked over a putting green. The restaurant was closed on Saturdays but stayed open for guests. Very limited menu and poor food. The wifi was non existent. The grounds are lovely and the rooms looking over the river might be quite nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021