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The Hideaway

5.0 star property
Luxury B&B in Swellendam with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Sundeck
Porch
Room | Private kitchenette
The Queen Elizabeth Suite
Garden
At The Hideaway, indulge in a full breakfast and unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or by the fireplace. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool surrounded by lush greenery or retreat to your room for some rest with free WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels

Room options

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The Peace Suite

The Peace Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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The Double Delight Suite

The Double Delight Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Queen Elizabeth Suite

The Queen Elizabeth Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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The Ecstasy Rose Suite

The Ecstasy Rose Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Property grounds

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Jun 1 - Jun 2
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About the area

Map
10 Hermanus Steyn Street, Swellendam, 6740

What's nearby

  • Bukkenburg Pottery Studio - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Drostdy Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tredici - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪De Vagebond Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Hideaway

Enjoy your visit to Swellendam with a stay at The Hideaway. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool and indulge in spa services. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights at this luxurious bed & breakfast.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1893
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open select days.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 430.0 per day

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard

Also known as

Hideaway B&B Swellendam
Hideaway Swellendam
Hideaway Guesthouse Swellendam
The Hideaway Swellendam
The Hideaway Bed & breakfast
The Hideaway Bed & breakfast Swellendam

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hideaway offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Hideaway does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Hideaway?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Hideaway?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hideaway?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at The Hideaway and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include spa services and a picnic area. The Hideaway also has a garden.

Does The Hideaway have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does The Hideaway have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around The Hideaway like?

The Hideaway is a short 4-minute walk from Drostdy Museum and 6 minutes' walk from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam.

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Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Unfortunate

The owner who was very unpleasant and bossy underneath his politeness created a feeling of discomfort. The breakfast was delicious and grounds beautiful but his attitude unfortunately made us uncomfortable enough to not recommend this place.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hideaway 5 star Oasis

hideaway is an amazing oasis away from home. We had two stays there recently and each one lived up to our expectations. Stephen & Jackie are fantastic hosts and make you feel very welcome. The rooms are five star not to mention the breakfast which is excellent. would highly recommend the Hideaway to anyone visiting the area.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5 star hideaway

Hideaway is an amazing oasis . This place went beyond our expectations. Congratulations to Stephen & Jackie on their spectacular facility.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A very nice experience. Made to feel very welcome and a 6 star breakfast.
Timothy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Hennie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Hideaway in Swellendam

This b & b is not a b&b in the true sense coz the rooms are in a seperate building & are huge! Each is more beautiful than the next & decorated to 5 star+ std!! Hosts are terrific soo helpful. Gardens are huge & beautiful with 150 varieties of roses! Breakfast is really good & outdoors most of the time
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Little gem in Swellendam

Fabulous Queen Elizabeth Suite furnished to the highest quality in every way. Excellent bathroom as well, wet room style, with high quality accessories. Nice touch with complimentary port and wine and fresh milk for tea and coffee. Exceptional continental breakfast, with options for fully cooked if you wish, served on the verandah by the pool
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A hidden gem

Very comfortable with top quality bedding and breakfast catering for our daughters allergies. extremely friendly and helpful hosts very knowledgeable about the area. Wonderful spa products for our use in the bathroom and a beautiful natural pool and garden. A quiet street but central, surrounded by history.
DIanne, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Haven !

Amazing !
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Hideaway

Welcomed us by telling us off for arriving late (7pm)
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing stop on garden route

The owners are very welcoming, enthusiastic and informative about the town and area and the welcome drink was well received. The rooms here are large, well equipped and ours had a beautiful bathroom. The gardens and Eco pool are delightful and worth the stay alone. A good breakfast in the lounge overlooking the pool was enjoyable. Would recommend as a stop off along the garden route or just off Route 62.
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money

What a amazing find; the room was luxurious and of such high quality. The rooms overlook a well manicured garden and breakfast is taken overlooking an eco pool - fantastic! !
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfection in Swellenham

What a fantastic place to stay. Stephen and Jackie go that extra mile. Nothing is too much trouble. Our only regret, that we didn't stay there longer!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good BnB, every attention to detail

From the moment we arrived Stephen and Jackie looked after our every need, providing lots of information about the area, our room was spacious, comfortable and came with many added extras...free mini bar, water, insect spray...just a few examples. Breakfasts served by the Eco pool were wonderful. Ideas for days out were pre prepared with printouts of details of routes and stop offs, as well as the loan of local maps. Beautiful gardens. Fantastic place to stay.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just incredible

We had a wonderful, albeit too short, visit. The Hideaway grounds are gorgeous and this small B & B has everything you could possibly want. It deserves every one of it's 5 stars. Breakfast was just incredible. The hosts try hard to think of every consideration, even to the point of driving out of town to where they'd suggested a hike to leave a note to tell us that we'd forgotten our IPod....far beyond the responsibility of any host in my opinion! I'd stay there again in a heart beat
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just perfect

Just perfect
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect hideaway

Nothing was too much trouble at The Hideaway, every detail had been thought of and was catered for.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice B&B with a beautiful garden

This is not an easy place to rate as there is a big gap between the facilities and the service. It is a very cute place, with striking attention to detail which goes to Stephen and Jacqui's credit. Every room has everything you could possibly wish for, including a well stocked minibar, well appointed bathroom, some books, magazines, and even some first aid kit! The house is in a beautiful garden which grows gorgeous roses that you will see in the room and throughout the house. All this could only be achieved under Stephen's watchful eye clearly but his manner, as many reviews suggest on all travel websites, isn't the most easy-going or welcoming. We were absolutely sure of his good intentions and aim to provide the best information, but it was done in a very forceful manner that could have made it tiring at times. When we arrived, there was no warm welcome - we first got told off for arriving late (9pm - even though we sent an email), then we got told off for parking the car on the road, then for checking in only for one night. When we got to the room we were given an excessively detailed overview of the room (we do know how to open the fridge, what slippers look like and how to use a shower). We were also told to make sure we dry all the area around the shower if we do happen to splash some water around.... We took it with a sense of humour as we understood it was all done out of care and attention to detail but it can be tiresome to be always lectured as a guest.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Arriving on a wet night we received a warm welcome. Rooms unique and very clean. Our hosts advice aon eating locally and activities first rate. Breakfast is something special with locally sourced items and home baking!
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfekter Service und sehr nette Gastgeber haben den Aufenthalt sehr angenehm gestaltet
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Eva Lotta, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Schöne Lage und toller Ausblick

Im Winter ist das Mosselberg on Grotto Beach leider nur eine durchschnittliche Wahl. Die Zimmer sind etwas kalt und lassen sich nur schwer aufheizen. Die Ausstattung ist dafür sehr gut, genauso der Ausblick. Weniger gut ist die Hellhörigkeit. Die Lage mit direktem Strandzugang (fünf Minuten zu Fuß) ist super. Der Service war dagegen durchschnittlich, man ist bemüht, bekommt aber nicht wirklich viel hin. Im Sommer gerne wieder, im Winter würden wir zukünftig etwas anderes ausprobieren.
Verified Expedia guest review