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Karoo Retreat

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Oudtshoorn with spa services and seasonal outdoor pool

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Standard Double Room | Private kitchen
Luxury Villa | Pool
Exterior
Standard Room
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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41 Klein Karoo Street, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, 6625
  • Place, Arbeidsgenot
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cango Wildlife Ranch
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Villa

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Oudtshoorn

At Karoo Retreat you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Arbeidsgenot and Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and furnished patios. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. At the guest house's restaurant, you can grab a bite to eat. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and coffee/tea in a common area. English breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Oudtshoorn guest house, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from C.P. Nel Museum and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Cango Wildlife Ranch.
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What's nearby

  • Arbeidsgenot - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • C.P. Nel Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cango Wildlife Ranch - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Buffelsdrift Game Lodge - 12 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smitswinkel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chandelier Game Lodge & Ostrich Farm - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jemima's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Swan - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Beans about Coffee - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Karoo Retreat

Guesthouse in Oudtshoorn with spa services and seasonal outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Karoo Retreat. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Oudtshoorn guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Karoo Retreat offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature premium bedding. 60-cm flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Oudtshoorn guest house provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 55 to 85 for adults and ZAR 55 to 85 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room 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

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 60-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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 English breakfast: approximately ZAR 55.00 to 85.00 for adults and ZAR 55.00 to 85.00 for children

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Karoo Retreat House Oudtshoorn
Karoo Retreat House
Karoo Retreat Oudtshoorn
Karoo Retreat Guesthouse Oudtshoorn
Karoo Retreat Guesthouse
Karoo Retreat Guesthouse
Karoo Retreat Oudtshoorn
Karoo Retreat Guesthouse Oudtshoorn

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Karoo Retreat?

Yep, Karoo Retreat has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Karoo Retreat?

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

Does Karoo Retreat have a pool?

Karoo Retreat has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from January to December.

Does Karoo Retreat serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karoo Retreat?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Karoo Retreat?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Karoo Retreat's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Karoo Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Karoo Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linet

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

Wonderful Gem in the Karoo

Clean and neat room. Friendly reception. Restful night. Will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Frederik

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Lovely rustic option in Oudtshoorn

Lovely rustic accomodation in Oudtshoorn. The manager, Ina, is kind and extremely helpful and helps you out with the local area etc. Very well priced and nice pool. No breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness

Not Luxury

I wouldn't describe the cottage as luxury just standard. The description states shower only, however there is only a bath. Floors creak with every step. The bright lights outside make the room quite light at night because there is no blind or curtain on the front door. It is freezing cold at night and the heater is totally inadequate and very noisy. The wifi is frustratingly slow when it works, which isn't very often. The cottage is ok, but should not be described as luxury.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr sauberes und modernes Zimmer über zwei Etagen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Frühstück klein aber ganz gut. Kaffee war nix. Pool etwas dreckig. Preis für die Lage angemessen. Direkt in der Stadt. Zimmer sind schön.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Ronny

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

Modernes Guesthouse

Der Empfang von Neliza war sehr herzlich! Eine sehr moderne Unterkunft, teilweise etwas zu kühl eingerichtet! Der Frühstücksservice und Ambiente sollte definitiv verbessert werden!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Custo benefício

Tem um bom custo benefício. não decepciona, mas também não empolga.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017