Located in Barrydale, 22 miles from Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve, Karoo Art Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Normi
South Africa
Our accommodation was very good and the bonus
was it’s dog friendly. The staff were really nice and friendly.
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is an authentic and contrasting natural space, conveniently located along Route 62, a mere 3.5 hours from Cape Town in the arid Little Karoo.
Barnard
United States of America
The service, the accommodations, the food, and ultimately the wildlife safari drives and guide were outstanding. Everything we wanted to see and more made the perfect 3 day experience a vacation to remember.
Offering free WiFi and a terrace, Blue Cow Barn - Boutique Farm is set in Barrydale. School is 2297 feet from the property. Free private parking is available on site.
Steve
United States of America
We had a lovely quiet family room for 3 which was perfect for us. We had a quick dip in the heated outdoor hot tub which was fun and an exquisite dinner at Mez karoo kitchen in Barrydale. Had a good sleep and were greeted by a friendly cat and dog in the morning.
Featuring free Wi-Fi, Sorgvry - House of Guests offers accommodations in Barrydale, midway between Cape Town and the Garden Route, and 29 mi from Swellendam.
Jessica
United States of America
Uwe and Carol have lovingly cultivated the amazing museum of a house, as well as gorgeous gardens. You could sit on the veranda all day. A short walk to first class restaurant (Mez) and friendly staffed shops. The Africa room has a great private terrace and direct access to two porches. We loved the magpies - and wished the Magpie art gallery had been open when we were there.
Offering a garden, The Cottage 39 Steyn offers accommodations in Barrydale. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.
Dave
South Africa
It was pieceful and relaxing. It was a good stepping stone for visiting that area of the R62. The hosts were helpful with suggestions for places to visit and for places to eat out.
Offering a restaurant, The Karoo Moon Motel is located in Barrydale. Free WiFi access is available. Each unit will provide you with private entrance, living and dining area and a courtyard.
Flee
United States of America
Comfortable and perfect for our small family. The design and attention to detail makes it a really unique and fun place to stay!! The owner was easily contactable for self check-in and very helpful with dinner suggestions. Then having a killer breakfast and amazing milkshakes right next door at Diesel and Creme - who could ask for more!
This Barrydale Boutique Hotel was the Best Hotel i have Ever...
This Barrydale Boutique Hotel was the Best Hotel i have Ever Stayed in on all my Roadtrips ! The Breakfast was Excellent an worth your Money ! The Previous Night we had our Dinner and was also Super Delicious ! Very Nice Large Rooms to sleep, and Also a Swimming Pool for you to Enjoy ! Very Friendly Managerr and Waiter Personel !!
I RECOMEND ALL TRAVELERS TO COME AND STAY HERE ! EVEN IF IT IS FOR ONE NIGHT ! YOU WONT BE SORRY !!
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Anonymous
10
Scored 10
A beautiful town with so much to explore.
A beautiful town with so much to explore. For tourists s longer stay is advisable to see everything this lovely place has to offer. But it also offers perfect overnight stops when passing through. We recommend Barrydale Karoo Lodge. With an in-house pub and restaurant, you need nothing more.
monica
South Africa
8.0
Scored 8.0
Barrydale is a small town with a lot of potential.
Barrydale is a small town with a lot of potential. Wonderful artistic shops and drop in eateries. Amazing 2nd hand bookshop - new books also available - I couldn't leave!! Close to Warmwaterberg - a must for a visit, not far from Swellendam and Witsand - beautiful beach. Lovely walks in the hills around the village.
Ronelle
8.0
Scored 8.0
It is lovely, safe and quiet.
It is lovely, safe and quiet. Most of the restaurants close at 5pm, so don't expect to eat out at a nice restaurant. Fortunately the guest house we were staying at was spacious and comfortable, and so we made a plan to buy our own food and eat in. But seriously, going out to eat should be an option.
Candee
South Africa
10
Scored 10
Great little town when you turn off the main road and...
Great little town when you turn off the main road and explore a little. Wonderful, friendly people in all the places we visited.
Must visit the Karoo Art Hotel for a great meal, incredible staff and festive atmosphere.
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Anonymous
10
Scored 10
One of the highlights was the sense of peace and...
One of the highlights was the sense of peace and tranquillity we felt in this authentic ‘dorp’. The solitude of the town provided a serene backdrop, making our stay truly magical.
Exploring the town and its surroundings was a delightful adventure. Quaint local shops, friendly faces, and the simplicity of life in the Karoo made our stay truly authentic. My list of mandatory places to visit would be Diesel and Crème for their out-of-this-world milkshakes, The House of Books (a paradise for any bibliophile), The Karoo Art Hotel for coffee or a gin and the gorgeous décor and coffee shop ‘Die Langhuis’
This gem on the border of the Karoo has the potential to become an even more coveted destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in this unique South African landscape.
In summary, our time in this small town was a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of big city life.
The owners are friendly and warm, and most helpful - nothing was too much effort. The room is spacious and comfy - loved the info. books on the Barrydale area! Ian was happy to oblige when we asked about a braai - even supplying the charcoal, and Ella was gracious in allowing us to use her freezer for our ice-packs. The bathroom is ample, we enjoyed the shower and extra large towels! I would have appreciated a net curtain for privacy when using the facility during the day (same goes for the bedroom). Ian was understanding in this regard.
We absolutely loved our night at the Karoo Moon Cottage. It is beautifully decorated in a modern take on the old-school Barrydale style (kind of retro chic) - the little touches are quirky and wonderful. We loved the big bed, electric blankets (it was a very cold winter night) and delicious coffee in the morning. Our host's recommendations for dinner and breakfast were also spot on. Everything was perfect! We would definitely recommend this spot for anyone who would like a quiet, comfortable place to themselves when staying in Barrydale.
This is our 4th visit to the Karoo Moon Hotel and we were not disappointed. We love the quirkiness of the rooms, love the bathroom size and layout, the large and comfy bed and comfy lounge and living area. We had more than enough wood to burn a fire for both nights we were there. Coffee pod machine is always appreciated with the strong wifi.
Walking distance to all the restaurants and pubs in town makes it a convenient stop over venue. The host (Dean) was on hand to recommend local spots for the rugby and restaurants to consider.
We where in the Dwyka „Tents“ —- while tent is a most probably the wrong name here. Our tented room was absolutely wonderful. We had enough space in all aspects of our stay. We literally skipped the morning game drive on our last day to enjoy the room a bit longer
The reserve itself is huge and we had very interesting game drives with a very experienced guide.
An absolute must go when in South Africa
When I opened the door, I felt ashamed for being a solo traveler--this place could hold a big family! This motel has only one room, I was the only guest that day, the restaurant and the motel were together, the meal was so yummy! Words are too pale to describe the experience, see yourself from this short video, started from 1min 52sec.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dq0n9AaJRjU&t=8s
Couldn’t rate Sanbona any higher. The accommodation and facilities were fantastic, the hotel staff and rangers were incredibly friendly and attentive, and the food menus were always high quality with fresh ingredients. The overall ethos of the reserve is something you can really buy into. Hope to be back again next year!
Most beautiful well manicured gardens with a spectacular mountain view from room. Friendly and helpful owners. Rooms are comfortable, spacious and beautifully decorated. Easy access to all restaurants and shops and safe parking on on the property. Highly recommended and a 10 from us.
Beautifully decorated home and garden. Our host, Uwe, was so friendly and helpful with restaurant recommendations and information about Barrydale. We loved the homemade bread offered for breakfast. This is truly a classy place in Rural South Africa.
Superb service from all the staff without exception. Decor is amazing,.like staying in an art gallery.
Position was also very good and Barrydale locals were also extremely friendly..
Highly recommended..😁😁👍👍
We loved the quirky decor, the privacy as well the eccentric vibe
very well positioned for a walk to the local Restaurants as well the fabulous Karoo Hotels and your private most amazing bonfire!
Beautiful and peaceful house in the special town Barrydale. In between the hills, with the nicest hosts and delicious breakfast! The homemade bread is amazing! Great tips for the visitors as well!
Newly renovated. Looks absolutely amazing inside now. The rooms were really clean, spacious and super comfortable. Would have no hesitation recommending this Karoo Lodge to other people.
The location was great. So easy to find and close to the road. Barrydale is so pretty. There is much to see and cute little restaurants and cafés to visit and enjoy.
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