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Gaikou Lodge
4 stars

Gaikou Lodge

69 Berg Street, 6740 Swellendam, Western Cape, South Africa
+27 285 141 133
From
R1 136
Cheapest

rate per night

8,7
Great

based on 805 reviews

Gaikou Lodge
Thu 2/5
-
Fri 3/5
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Luxury Room
R1 136

About Gaikou Lodge

  • Guesthouse Room / Entire Guesthouse
    The comforts of home away from home
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free
Situated within the Marloth Nature Reserve, this 4-star lodge offers breathtaking views of the mountains, river and forest. Fishing is possible in Gaikou’s 2 dams, surrounded by native wild flowers. The luxuriously decorated rooms and villas include private patios or wide verandas. Flat-screen TVs, kitchenettes and bathtubs are standard in all units. Visitors can enjoy hiking and walking trails on foot or on horseback. There is a river trail on the property, where lure and fly fishing can be practiced. Breakfast is served on Gaikou Lodge’s veranda or inside, at the reception area. The historic Swellendam can be found 20 minutes’ walk from the lodge. Free private parking is possible on site.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Gaikou Lodge

  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Horse riding
  • Mini-golf
  • Bowling
  • Hiking

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Mountain view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Sofa

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Allergy-free room

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Playground
  • Child-safety socket covers

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Airport shuttle

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Pool

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Reviews of Gaikou Lodge

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8,7
Very GoodBased on 805 verified guest reviews
8,7Families
8,8Friends
8,6Couples
9,1Solo

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Location

69 Berg Street, 6740 Swellendam, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Drostdy Museum0.9 km
  • Kunste Huijs Fine Art Gallery0.9 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam1.3 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course2.4 km
  • Marloth Nature Reserve4.1 km
  • Bontebok National Park6.5 km
  • Buffeljags Dam7.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Gaikou Lodge

Low season

May

High season

December

Average price (weekend night)

R2 101
Cheapest month to stay with an average 16% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 16% rise in price.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Gaikou Lodge

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

Top tips for your stay at Gaikou Lodge

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Gaikou Lodge, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and December.
  • The cheapest price a room at Gaikou Lodge was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 762, while the most expensive was R1 762.
  • How long should you stay at Gaikou Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Gaikou Lodge

  • Where is Gaikou Lodge located?

    Gaikou Lodge is located at 69 Berg Street, 1,9 km from the centre of Swellendam. Drostdy Museum is the closest landmark to Gaikou Lodge.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Gaikou Lodge?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:30 at Gaikou Lodge.

  • Does Gaikou Lodge offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Gaikou Lodge offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Gaikou Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Gaikou Lodge offers free parking.

  • Does Gaikou Lodge have a pool?

    Yes, Gaikou Lodge has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Gaikou Lodge hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Gaikou Lodge in Swellendam and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Gaikou Lodge and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Gaikou Lodge.

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Good to know

Value for money

8,8

Distance to city centre

1,9 km