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Karoo Art Hotel

4.0 star property

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Luxury Suite (Garden Suite)
Luxury Double Room (Groot Karoo)
Dining
Luxury Double Room (Groot Karoo) | Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June

Explore the area

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30 Van Riebeeck Street, Barrydale, Western Cape, 6750
  • Place, Wilderbraam Berry Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, South Africa's Peace Pagoda
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Drostdy Museum
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room (Klein Karoo)

Standard Room (Klein Karoo)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Double Room (Groot Karoo)

Luxury Double Room (Groot Karoo)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Barrydale

At Karoo Art Hotel, you'll be 1.7 km (1 mi) from Wilderbraam Berry Estate and 7.2 km (4.5 mi) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A pampering day can include Swedish massages and Thai massages. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and free use of bicycles. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Barrydale hotel include South Africa's Peace Pagoda and Boosmansbos Wilderness Area.

What's nearby

  • Wilderbraam Berry Estate - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • South Africa's Peace Pagoda - 18 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Boosmansbos Wilderness Area - 28 min drive - 32.9 km
  • Drostdy Museum - 59 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 60 min drive - 55.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Diesel and Cream - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Maker’s Brew - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Country Pumpkin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barrydale Internet - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Country Pumpkin - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Karoo Art Hotel

Karoo Art Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Karoo Art Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Barrydale hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Karoo Art Hotel offers 15 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Barrydale hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Karoo Art Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 550.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 300.00 (from 7 to 16 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Karoo Art Hotel?

Yep, Karoo Art Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Karoo Art Hotel?

As of 7 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karoo Art Hotel on 8 June 2026 start from AU$165, 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 there a spa on site at Karoo Art Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like sports massages.

Does Karoo Art Hotel have a pool?

Karoo Art Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Karoo Art Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Karoo Art Hotel.

Does Karoo Art Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karoo Art Hotel?

No, Karoo Art Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Karoo Art Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Karoo Art Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Karoo Art Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Karoo Art Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful charming hotel with warm hospitality and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A visually inspiring boutique hotel with helpful staff, lovely breakfast, and a great bar on premises.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room, very spacious, clean and quiet. very friendly, efficient and helpful staff. Very good restaurant for evening meal and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quirky hotel. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent host. Fantastic Christmas lunch
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a place. Wish we could have stayed longer. Rick so helpful for places to visit locally.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved Barrydale and the friendliness and care and attention of the hotel staff. Definitely to be recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have only great things to say about this property, our room was something out of a novel, clean, spacious, and the balcony off the front was the cherry on top. And of course all the staff were incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Definitely a one off place, really interesting building, beautifully decorated and furnished. Food brilliant. The owners and their staff were all so welcoming, friendly and helpful. Will definitely go back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quirky Art Hotel on Route 62

We have always enjoyed our stays at this wonderful hotel in Barrydale. It has new super-friendly owners who have done wonderful renovations. The staff are all amazing. Dinner and breakfast where both delicious. Next time we'll stay 2 nights for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Lovely atmosphere. Unique.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rynier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a bucket list experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just wonderful !

Comfortable rooms with quirky design features ...combination of beautiful antiques with great art. Staff go above and beyond in terms of service . The food was scrumptious. Definitely going to be back for a longer stay and highly recommended. Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique, very friendly and personal

We unfortunately only spent one night in this fabulous hotel, but we definitely plan to return! It is just SO interesting, vibey, friendly and comfortable. The historic building, art everywhere, magnificent huge room - all wonderful!! A bathroom you could dance in. Lovely back garden. Huge own private balcony. We had the Baines room, one of the ten large rooms. The owners are super friendly and treat guests like old friends. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hussein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fancy building but poor dining options

Boutique hotel in the middle of nowhere. The property was lovely overall and the room was old and had antique charm. But it was cold and all I had in a large suite was a small fan heater. My room was full of old colonial era photos - not something I particularly appreciate and for that reason alone I will not stay there again. Dinner at the in-house restaurant was an attempt to be fancy with limited options, but I think it missed the mark and was quite overpriced. Breakfast was also quite limited and did not cater for varied dietary requirements.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Manfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wir haben das Hotel erst einen Tag vorher gebucht und wir waren glücklich, das dies noch klappte.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Localização ótima, estacionamento seguro, hotel belíssimo, decorado com muitas obras de arte e com uma excelente padaria/café e um bar histórico charmoso no seu interior. O apartamento tem bom tamanho, cama e banho deliciosos, restaurante ótimo e café da manhã farto. O atendimento é sempre profissional, atencioso e eficiente!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Eine schöne individuelle Unterkunft, die aber deutlich in die Jahre gekommen ist.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franziska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nettes personal und schöne Zimmer
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Beautiful venue and great staff. Had room 2 which was spacious. Interesting breakfast menu
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Delightfully surprised in Barrydale ....

The hotel is lovely, especially the artworks. Room was very comfortable and clean - just a little tired. Staff were extremely pleasant and helpful. Dinner was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Karoo Art Hotel

Amazing hotel wish we could have stayed for more than 1 night but we shall return. Staff all friendly - the food was also amazing we were both very impressed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky hotel, art in all rooms and spaces, staff great, food good, certainly worth a visit if your in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel has been in operation since 1866. It is old, floors are creeky and it has no air conditioning. Shower and sink were obviously added later to the rooms. To that I say ‘who cares!’ This place is awesome. So beautiful, so cool. The art is great, the property is great, the staff is super friendly and helpful. Last night the hotel bar and restaurant were both full and everyone was having a good time. The food was excellent by the way. Our room faces the mountains and we have a wonderful view of it from our own little balcony. Love it here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A real hotspot in the middle of nowhere

A real hotspot in the middle of nowhere. Lobby, Library and Bar are equipped with great stylish furniture and fantastic pictures and other art. Staff is really friendly and supportive. The best is the menu, the taste and presentation of the food - would not expect that such a chef serves guests at such a remote place. At this place we had the best breakfast ever during our two weeks trip in ZA. A first world issue is that the WIFI is not that stable. As we were travelling as a family it was disappointing that our daughter had to sleep on the floor on a mattress - this does not suit to such a fantastic hotel with all the above mentioned great impressions.