Applebee Guest Cottages, Grahamstown
Overview
Located approximately 5 minutes' walk from National English Literary Museum, the 3-star Applebee Guest Cottages Grahamstown hotel offers 6 rooms with views of the patio. This suburban guest house is a good starting point for exploring Grahamstown, including Oldest letterbox in South Africa, which is just 250 metres away.
Location
The hotel is 2.3 km from Albany Museum-Fort Selwyn, while the living 1820 Settlers National Monument is nearly a 25-minute walk away. From the smoke-free Applebee Guest Cottages Grahamstown it will take approximately 30 minutes to walk to Albany Museum-Provost Prison.
Rooms
The rooms comprise a seating area complete with ironing facilities, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Bathrooms have a bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower, along with a hair dryer and towels.
Leisure & Business
Other facilities include an outdoor swimming pool.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Fire extinguishers
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Board games
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Recommended for:
BirdwatchingEnjoy birdwatching in the tranquil garden surrounding the cottages, home to several species like the olive thrush, red-winged starlings and spotted eagle owls.
Cooking classesLearn to cook traditional South African dishes with the skilled on-site chefs, using locally sourced ingredients.
Wine tastingSample award-winning wines from nearby vineyards, accompanied by a selection of delicious cheeses.
StargazingDiscover the beauty of the night sky with an expert astronomer equipment on hand to enhance the experience.
Painting classesGet inspired by the surrounding landscapes to create your own artwork, with the guidance of a professional artist.
Book clubJoin fellow bookworms for a laid-back discussion of South African literature while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee.
- Yoga
- Hiking
- African drumming
- High tea
- Photography lessons
- Historical tours
- Botanical gardens visit
- Horse riding
Location
* Situated in Grahamstown's historic West Hill neighborhood, the cottages are near the Albany Museum Complex, Rhodes University, and the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George. * The area boasts Victorian-era architecture, art galleries like the International Library of African Music, dining establishments, and flourishing markets for local crafts and produce. * Albany Nature Reserve, Observatory Museum, and the National English Literary Museum attract nature enthusiasts and history buffs to this culturally rich neighborhood.
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