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4.7 out of 5

"The room was spotless with everything we needed. The staff were very friendly, giving us plenty of suggestions for things to do and places to eat. The ... " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 25 Apr 2019

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Classic Double Room, Pool Access, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Poolside

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Garden Area

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Double Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Marula Lodge Guesthouse, you'll be within walking distance of Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge).

  • Free WiFi
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, laundry facilities and multilingual staff
  • 14 minutes by foot from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam and a 2-minute drive from Bukkenburg Pottery Studio

Marula Lodge Guesthouse ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Marula Lodge Guesthouse

Everyone (2) Couples (1)
5 out of 5
The room was spotless with everything we needed. The staff were very friendly, giving us plenty of suggestions for things to do and places to eat. The facilities were great, nice pool and garden with plenty of space to relax.

Posted by on 25 Apr 2019

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4 out of 5
Wunderschöne Gartenanlage. Grosser Pool. Freundlicher Service.

Posted by on 15 Feb 2020

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5 out of 5
Marula Lodge wird liebevoll von einem deutschen Ehepaar betrieben. Hier fehlt es an nichts! Absolutes top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis ! Ruhige Lage. Tolles Frühstück. Immer wieder gerne.

Posted by , from Allgäu on 3 Dec 2017

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Property Features

As a guest of Marula Lodge Guesthouse, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Marula Lodge Guesthouse. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Swellendam guest house.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Room Amenities

Marula Lodge Guesthouse offers 6 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This Swellendam guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Television
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Wardrobe or cupboard

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the guest house include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Game viewing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 6:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 15

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily until 6:00 PM. 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 noon, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

The front desk at this property is open daily until 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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; cash is not accepted

This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
  • Front desk closes daily at 6:00 PM
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 130 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Marula Lodge Guesthouse Swellendam
  • Marula Guesthouse Swellendam
  • Marula Guesthouse
  • Marula Swellendam
  • Marula Guesthouse Swellendam
  • Marula Lodge Guesthouse Guesthouse
  • Marula Lodge Guesthouse Swellendam
  • Marula Lodge Guesthouse Guesthouse Swellendam

You should know

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National Rating

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

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