Babette Bed and Breakfast

3.5 star property
City-center Swellendam B&B with outdoor pool

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Property grounds
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
Romantic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View
Breakfast area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Romantic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
13 Drostdy Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740

What's nearby

  • Drostdy Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bukkenburg Pottery Studio - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bontebok National Park - 21 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 151 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Tredici - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪De Vagebond Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Babette Bed and Breakfast

Adjacent to a golf course, Babette Bed and Breakfast is a great choice for a stay in Swellendam. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking are nearby. Other highlights at this Tuscan bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, French, German

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Private winery tours
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 2003
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Tuscan architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 2000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from July 19 2022 to May 1 2024 (dates subject to change).

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Babette Bed & Breakfast Swellendam
Babette Bed & Breakfast
Babette Swellendam
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Babette Bed and Breakfast Swellendam
Babette Bed and Breakfast Bed & breakfast
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Frequently asked questions

Is Babette Bed and Breakfast currently open?
This property is closed from July 19 2022 to May 1 2024 (dates subject to change).
Does Babette Bed and Breakfast offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Babette Bed and Breakfast 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 Babette Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Babette Bed and Breakfast?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Babette Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Babette Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 2000 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Babette Bed and Breakfast?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Babette Bed and Breakfast and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Babette Bed and Breakfast like?
Babette Bed and Breakfast is in the heart of Swellendam, a short 3-minute walk from Drostdy Museum and 4 minutes' walk from Bukkenburg Pottery Studio.

Babette Bed and Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Al, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, inside and out, well located in Swellendam. Owners Nicky and Wim are kind and very helpful. Breakfast was terrific, room was excellent, and there is a pool on-site with lovely views. Highly recommend!
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed every minute at this very nice B&B with wonderful and caring hosts! Everything is very tastefully arranged and the breakfast is great.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Really nice place. So clean and well maintained. Unfortunately we stayed only one night. Would have loved to stay longer. The owners are very welcoming and really happy to help. Breakfast is also great
Lior, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Room with a View.
We loved our short stay in Babette and felt welcome and valued from our arrival to our departure. Our superb room overlooked the spectacular mountains and the beautiful garden, which had an inviting pool and loungers for guests. We were given valuable advice on things to do and see in the area and dined in a superb local restaurant in the evening. In the morning we were treated to a fabulous breakfast, served on the terrace. We loved Babette and would love to return and spend a longer time in Swellendam.
Dean, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Great breakfast, quiet surroundings, friendly staff and hosts. However, it would be nice to have better blankets, room heater, carpeted floor and more lighting.
Prakash, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Very good B and B
Our room in the garden was very attractive and well equipped with coffee making facilities, refrigerator with well-priced drinks, and comfortable bed. The gardens are beautifully laid out and have a large pool. There is ample parking. The owners are charming and helpful. Breakfast was very good. The accomodation is near several good restaurants and the museum. Overall this was a very good B and B - the only minor drawback was a lack of curtains or blinds on two of the higher windows which meant it was very bright in the morning and, as we are light sleepers, we were wakened earlier than was ideal.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thouroughly enjoyed our stay
Enjoyed our stay. It is a delightful town and scenic area. Room was very clean. Service was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed breakfast. Beautiful lawn and garden area. Peaceful and quiet
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

You feel at home when you get in, and have absolutely ANYTHING you need.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nós adoramos tudo! Foi perfeito
giorgia, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Gowd ontbijt
Fijn B&B met heerlijk ontbijt.
Coen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

excellent
Chambres très joliment arrangées, propres au calme. Le jardin et la piscine sont très agréables et bien entretenus. Les hotes et le personnels sont très accueillants et serviables Très bon petit déjeuner
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Des hôtes exceptionnels !
Nicky et Wim ont un très grand sens de l'accueil, un vrai bonheur des personnes aussi adorables. L'endroit est très facile à trouver, il est bien situé dans un quartier calme. Nous avons apprécié la quiétude des lieux, le beau jardin fleuri avec beaucoup d'oiseaux, joli piscine, pelouse agréable sous le pied; quant à la chambre (green) elle était très mignonne avec son plafond à "l'africaine", décorée avec goût et une bonne literie, petit déjeuner parfait : en bref tout simplement le bonheur !
Philippe, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nicky und Wim waren sehr sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Das Zimmer war sehr authentisch eingerichtet. Das Frühstück war sehr gut.
Magdalena, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wim und Nicky haben eine wundervolle Unterkunft in dem schönen und eher ruhigen Ort Swellendam. Der Garten der Anlage ist wunderschön und die Aussicht beim Frühstück und am Pool mit den malerischen Bergen ist unschlagbar. Die Zimmer sind jeweils in einem eigenen Thema eingerichtet. Unser Zimmer war sehr liebevoll eingerichtet und hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Für jeden Gast steht ein schattiger und gesicherter Parkplatz auf dem Gelände zur Verfügung. Wir wären gerne länger geblieben!
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy B&B with amazing breakfast
Stayed at Babette‘s only for a Night, but Loved it. The owners are superfriendly, the breakfast was delicious, the atmosphere very Special...
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Schönes Guesthouse mit tollem Garten und Bergblick
Ein schönes Guesthouse im Cottage Stil mit sehr persönlicher Betreung durch Wim und Nicky. Erstklassiges Frühstück. Restaurantauswahl bereits im Vorfeld zugesandt. Reservierung für Abend erfolgt.
Wolfgang, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr schönes Guesthouse
Sehr schönes Guesthouse, mit ganz tollen Hosts. Im Garten ein schöner Pool. Das Frühstück war hervorragend. Vom Guesthouse kann man zu Fuß diverse Restaurants erreichen.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr hübsches B&B in Zentrumsnähe
Vom Check-In bis zum Check-out hat man sich hervorragend um uns gekümmert. Wim & Nicky sind super liebe Gastgeber, die für Ihr Gäste die extra Meile gehen. Das B&B selbst ist ein kleines Paradies in Swellendam. Hier fehlt es an nichts. Leider waren wir nur zum Stop-Over da, wären gerne länger geblieben.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

mit Garten aus der Toskana
Sehr freundliche Gastgeber aus Holland und sehr entzückende Cottages.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Chambre hôte agréable, repos et culture
Séjour étape vers route des jardins. Avons pu dîner vers 21h, restaurants â 200-300 m de L'hébergement
Verified Hotels.com guest review