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Bartholomew's Loft

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Makhanda with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Bartholomew's Loft welcomes travelers with a charming garden and playground. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool with comfy loungers for sunbathing. Previous visitors consistently praise their experience here.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €58
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Room options

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Bartholomew's Loft

Bartholomew's Loft

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Bartholomew's Cottage

Bartholomew's Cottage

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Settler Cottage Apartments

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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The Corner House - Double room

The Corner House - Double room

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Corner House - Self Catering

The Corner House - Self Catering

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Settlers Cottage Apt. Family Unit

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Garden Cottage

Garden Cottage

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Cottage Self-catering

Garden Cottage Self-catering

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Plasma TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
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 - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Amazwi South African Museum of Literature - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jacks Bagels - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Major Frasers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Pothole & Donkey - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Highlander - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bartholomew's Loft

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Bartholomew's Loft and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Bartholomew's Loft boast comforts, such as fireplaces and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Plasma TVs with digital channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 250

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.00 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 150 per person
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 250 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Bartholomew's Loft?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bartholomew's Loft on 14 Dec 2025 start from €58.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Bartholomew's Loft pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bartholomew's Loft?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bartholomew's Loft?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Bartholomew's Loft?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for ZAR 250 (subject to availability).

Where is Bartholomew's Loft located?

Situated in Makhanda, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church, Observatory Museum and Elizabeth Salt Monument. Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George and Albany History Museum Complex are also within 15 minutes.

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