1A St Bartholomew Street, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139
What's nearby
Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Rhodes University - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
1820 Settlers National Monument - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Amazwi South African Museum of Literature - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Settlers Garden 1820 - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Restaurants
The Highlander - 17 min walk
KFC - 4 min walk
Major Fraser's - 13 min walk
Botanic Gardens Restaurant - 16 min walk
Debonairs Pizza - 14 min walk
About this property
Bartholomew's Loft
Bartholomew's Loft is a great choice for a stay in Makhanda. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Languages
English, Xhosa
At a glance
Hotel size
7 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Playground
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Plasma television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Fireplace
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 850 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 250 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 265.00 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Bartholomew's Loft House Grahamstown
Bartholomew's Loft House
Bartholomew's Loft Grahamstown
Bartholomew's Loft
Bartholomew's Loft Guesthouse Grahamstown
Bartholomew's Loft Guesthouse
Bartholomew's Loft Makhanda
Bartholomew's Loft Guesthouse
Bartholomew's Loft Guesthouse Makhanda
Frequently asked questions
Does Bartholomew's Loft offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bartholomew's Loft 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 Bartholomew's Loft?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Bartholomew's Loft?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Bartholomew's Loft?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bartholomew's Loft?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 250 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Bartholomew's Loft and nearby?
Bartholomew's Loft has an outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Bartholomew's Loft like?
Bartholomew's Loft is a short 8-minute walk from Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George and 5 minutes' walk from St Patrick's Catholic Church.
Bartholomew's Loft Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
27 Oct 2024
Home away from home
Zimkhitha
Zimkhitha, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2023
Nice cool clean stay.
Linda
Linda, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jul 2023
Great staff and great service.
Mansnimar
Mansnimar, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
22 Jun 2023
April
April, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jun 2023
Great place to stay. We had plenty of space in our room, and didn't get to use the kitchen area but could prepare a meal very easily!
Only complaints are limited parking (otherwise have to park on the street and the area is a bit dodgy), and nothing for load-shedding when it happens. We were completely in the dark. Not even a torch.
Erin
Erin, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 Jan 2023
It was amazing I enjoyed my stay.
Sindiswa
Sindiswa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Dec 2022
Lusanda
Lusanda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2022
Perfect room, friendly staff, clean,
Everything was perfect 😍. I even regretted for staying less days…
Khanyisile
Khanyisile, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jun 2022
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2022
Sisa
Sisa, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Feb 2022
Yolanda
Yolanda, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
2 Feb 2022
Queen
Queen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 May 2021
Pleasant stay
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 May 2021
Pleasant stay
The staff at Bartholomew's Loft were extremely friendly and helpful. Due to protests in Makhanda, we were unable to return home so we had to extend our stay and the owner was so generous and offered us a discounted price.
The room is also large, has a heater and many other facilities that make the stay pleasant.
Kimmera
Kimmera, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2021
Lovel stay.
Lovely stay. Very friendly hosts.
Verified traveller
3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
5 Nov 2019
The space was good. The plumbing needed repair and ants were in the kitchen. Nice staff.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Aug 2019
Amazing accommodation
It was really an amazing place.
Was just there for one night on Business but I have found my home away from home when I am in Grahamstown.
PRINISHA
PRINISHA, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2018
Historical self-catering stay
Excellent venue. Beautiful wooden floors in an historical building. Safe, quiet,clean and very spacious. Nice kitchen amenities for self-catering. Not far from town but perhaps a bit far for a walk.
Freda
Freda, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Sep 2018
Great Stay in Grahamstown!
Very nice establishment for families, safe, secure, clean.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
11 Mar 2018
Pretty pics trick you when booking online!!
Upon arrival at 2pm no bedlinen because it was wet apparently due to rain the previous day. When linen eventually arrived it was still wet. Bathroom door didn't close properly as it was skew. Struggled to get the outside door locked as it was also skew. Staff was friendly, especially Siphiwe but need to be trained properly. Had to ask for teaspoons, napkins and butter at breakfast. The food was however good. Our room was right adjacent to the street with workmen plastering and hammering right outside our window every day. No curtains only broken blinds and shutters when closed, left us in a dark room. At least it was clean.
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Feb 2017
Nice B&B
Nice B&B, very quick to respond to issues. Welcoming staff.
OBT
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Jan 2017
Not bad @ All
Maybe you can improve by extending room service, or meals on offer during the cause of the stay.
Neliswa
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2016
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2016
Very comfortable
Nishol
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Oct 2016
Lovely old hotel, great location
The room was large, clean and comfortable. The served a good breakfast. Secure parking area.