Stand No. 5, 5082 Coffee Bay, South Africa
#4 of 13 hotels in Coffee Bay
Guests' ChoiceBased on 93 B&B reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
9.0
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 18 June 2025
Aaron
South AfricaThe beautiful garden and friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 11 May 2025
Pumza
South AfricaNothing
The cottage has everything you need for a couple or a family. Niven's breakfast is made with such TLC 😋. Wifi is top notch for such a location.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 5 April 2025
Khoza
South AfricaNothing
Nivan the host has been excellent. There's a wonderful and a kind dog Rusty..it was such a memorable stay
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 10 January 2025
Nwabisa
South AfricaProperty is a bit old it could do with some renovations but at least the host tries his level best to make sure you feel at home.
Breakfast was super nice. We really enjoyed every bit of it. Niven the host was very nice and friendly. He goes an extra mile to make sure the guests are happy. He made sure we were well taken care of. It was a home away from home.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Van
South AfricaGeckos B&B was absolutely exceptional! Niven truly goes above and beyond to accommodate guests and make them feel welcome. His friendly chats added a personal touch that made the stay even more enjoyable. The breakfast was outstanding, the place was impeccably clean and neat, and Niven is simply a fantastic person. Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 3 January 2025
Vuyile
South AfricaLocation, staff and breakfast
There was no power during my stay but the staff tried their best to make the situation better
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 22 December 2024
Ludwich
South AfricaAll good
Absolutely delicious
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 8 July 2024
Grant
United StatesWifi weak for video calls, dropped out several times.
Amazing breakfast provided by a world class host.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Julia
ThailandWe loved the close attention to details our host Niven paid to every aspect of our stay , there was a cute little dog named Rusty and we absolutely fell in love with him.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Nokuthula
South AfricaEverything met our expectations but our host was superfriendly and very welcoming
Breakfast was way too good. We really loved it
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Celia
South Africa|Arrived in the dark and was difficult to find.
Niven was the perfect host and breakfast was one of the best we have had especially the home baked muffins
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Johan
South AfricaNothing
Everything
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Phumzile
South AfricaOn arrival you might think you took a wrong turn but wait until you relaxed and experienced the beautiful beach and it's people
The owner so friendly and his dog so adorable although I'm afraid of dogs, the breakfast prepared by the own was so nice, the beach was marvelous, place is very safe with lovely people
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Stefan
GermanyA small oasis in a great landscape. Fantastic host. A very special place.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Klaus
GermanyNot really anything of great importance - the squeaky ventilator when rotating at a higher speed
We liked the garden, the nicely set-up-room with a well equipped kitchenette, a vey complete breakfast, the very friendly owner and the location. A nice restaurant with a nice view towards the river walking distance away.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Gordon
South AfricaWe couldn't find the place because there aren't any signs up. You need to put up a big sign with the name of the place and an arrow pointing in the right direction. The roads are in a terrible state in the entire area. Small cars are a big no-no!
This is a hidden gem. Set in beautiful gardens, the room is exactly as the pictures show. Clean, neat, and cozy. The breakfast was excellent, absolutely delicious. Niven was a great host, very helpful and knowledgeable about the area.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Zukiswa
South AfricaWe got lost there is no signage on the main road
Very quiet place when you want to rest
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Julian
GermanyGreat place to stay in coffee bay, niven is an awesome host, who made sure that we felt at home from the very start. Beds are comfy and the place has a very peaceful vibe. Can recommend a 100%.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Uzair
South AfricaHost was really accommodating and knowledgeable about the area and attended to all of our needs. Breakfast was great too.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 24 December 2023
Smith
South AfricaLoved the property. The area would be a gem if developed a bit further. Sanral and dept of transport need to deliver on their promises to repair the roads leading to Coffee bay. This community has waited long enough.
Very friendly and comfortable. Location is a bit difficult. Make sure to fully stock for a self catering experience. Breakfast was great, so dont miss out on that. Good restaurants, especially Jac’s. For snacks and bits and pieces rather bring with.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Sebastian
FranceEverything was top notch
Very very sweet place. A lovely garden garden that makes you feel in a little bubble out of time , very nice bedrooms with lots of space and a small kitchen to be independent, spotless clean. In itself , the property deserve a 10 out of 10. But what makes it extra special is the very kind owner , Niven, going the extra mile for you, cooking delicious breakfast, giving you tips and always making you feel welcome. It is a very special place , and honestly for the price you have a 3 star service. Really the best quality ratio I had so far in a month and a half in South Africa , don’t hesitate to go there. The road leading to Coffee bay was repaired so you can definitely access with all kind of cars and so did I either my little Toyota Aygo . Thanks again
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Kevin
South AfricaThere was nothing
Everything was great. A very pleasant quite relaxing establishment with an extremely friendly dog and a few ducks to add to the rural atmosphere. The host was excellent and the breakfasts were out of this world. Will definitely stay here next time that we are in Coffee Bay. Niven was also very helpful with restaurant suggestions.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Yanga
South AfricaNothing
Everything, breakfast was great.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Zikhonq
South AfricaNothing
Everything the place is very clean and beautiful
Stayed in September 2023
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