Gaikou Lodge Guest House Accommodation Swellendam
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  • Property TypeGuest House/B&B
  • Guests24
  • Rooms/Units10
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Gaikou Lodge is a 4 star graded guest house offering Swellendam accommodation in 10 guest rooms.

About Gaikou Lodge

At Gaikou Lodge, you're invited to enjoy world-class accommodation and service at a venue tucked in at the foot of a magnificent mountain kloof, set on 16 hectares of sheer beauty.

Accommodation

The luxury suites are all open plan with high ceilings, allowing for ultimate comfort in an air-conditioned / heated environment. The beds are dressed in the finest linens, the oval baths spell supreme indulgence, and there are fine toiletries for the use of guests.

Each suite has a flat-screen TV and internet access is available. The sophisticated toffee and cream furnishings create an ambience of calm, perfectly reflecting the natural surroundings. You can choose between a single unit that accommodates two people or a double that accommodates two couples or a family. In the double unit, each bedroom is of course en-suite.

Activities and Attractions

When you are able to tear yourself away from the lodge, we will be ready to direct you to the best attractions in the area, which include the Drostdy Museum, Bontebok National Park, the famous church that lost its spire, other special spots in the historic town of Swellendam (the third oldest in South Africa), and the nine-hole golf course.

Easy day excursions are to Cape Agulhas, the southern-most tip of Africa and site of numerous ship wrecks, and De Hoop Nature Reserve, where you can view game and explore the golden seashore. A day trip to Witsand via Malgas on the Breede River offers an opportunity to cross the river on the only man-powered pont in the country.

There is much to see in this historic and scenic part of the Southern Cape and you will be well-placed to continue your travels either towards Cape Town or up the Garden Route.

Features you'll appreciate

  • swimming
    pool
  • air-con
  • wifi
  • parking
  • braai / bbq
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Hairdryer
  • Heater(s)
  • International plug point(s)
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Iron / trouser press
  • Mini- / courtesy bar
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Television (with satellite)
  • Video player

On Site

  • Air-conditioning
  • Business facilities
  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (off street)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Security (guard)
  • Smoking: in demarcated areas
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Swimming pool

Food & Drink

  • Bar (fully licenced)
  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Restaurant / dining room

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Luxury King Room

Qty: 5
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

The luxury suites, with King size beds are all open plan with high ceilings, allowing for ultimate comfort in an air-conditioned/heated environment. The beds are dressed in the finest linens and the oval baths spell supreme indulgence.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Desk  
  • DVD player  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Iron / trouser press  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)  
  • Video player

Luxury Twin Room

Qty: 3
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

The luxury suites, with 2 single beds are all open plan with high ceilings, allowing for ultimate comfort in an air-conditioned/heated environment. The beds are dressed in the finest linens and the oval baths spell supreme indulgence.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Desk  
  • DVD player  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Iron / trouser press  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)  
  • Video player

Qty: 2
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

The Family Villa consists of a spacious lounge area and two seperate bedrooms, one with a King Size bed and the other with 2 single beds; both bedrooms are en-suite.The rooms are all open plan with high ceilings in an air-condition/heated environment.

  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Desk  
  • DVD player  
  • Hairdryer  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Iron / trouser press  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Television (with satellite)  
  • Video player

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Guest Reviews

4 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

What a beautiful place! From the drive through the gates up a gravel road, lush green grass with a stunning mountain backdrop to a lovely big villa. Spacious and oh so comfortable. I sat on the back patio as the sun set and felt sooo relaxed. Breakfast was yum, waitress staff neat and friendly, just an overall excellent experience. Being away from home and loved ones is already difficult but having an opportunity to stay at such a wonderful place makes it ok.

February 2019

Shameem Robertson (Cape Town)

Verified reviewexcellent

Splendid accommodation, service and breathtaking views Thank you for your hospitality and a outstanding breakfast. We'll definitely be back.

December 2011

C Pieters (Caledon)

Verified Host

  • Telephone number verified
  • Email addressed verified
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  • Proof of address on file
  • Host on SA-Venues.com for 14 years

Need to Know

Response timeGaikou Lodge typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.
A cot and high chair can be provided if required.

Closest airport(s)George Airport - 200km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 11h00

Payment methods accepted by the property American Express, Visa, Mastercard, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Host on SA-Venues.com for 14 years

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