Donkin Country House, Beaufort West
Overview
Located only 300 metres from Chris Barnard Museum, Donkin Country House Beaufort West hotel is merely 5 minutes' walk from Spinwiel Antique Shop & Village Museum. This 3-star guest house features 32 rooms with garden views, an outdoor swimming pool, and a fitness room on site.
Location
The hotel gives access to Dutch Reformed Church, which is approximately 10 minutes' walk away.
There is Karoo National Park about 4 km from the property.
Rooms
The rooms feature an iron and ironing board, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' utmost comfort. Private bathrooms include nice touches such as a hairdryer.
Eat & Drink
The Donkin offers the à la carte restaurant serving South African specialities. For fusion cuisine, try Karushi which is around 600 metres away.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Recommended for:
BirdwatchingSpot an array of bird species in the natural surroundings of the hotel, including the Verreaux's eagle, black harrier, and secretary bird.
HikingEmbark on a hiking adventure in the Karoo, with the hotel offering a variety of guided hiking trails for all experience levels.
Cooking classesLearn to prepare traditional South African dishes with cooking classes available at the hotel kitchen.
Art appreciationAppreciate the art collection located in the hotel's on-site art gallery and learn about the artists and their techniques from the hotel's curator.
Wine tastingSample local South African wines from the hotel's cellar with wine tasting sessions available upon request.
Literature discussionEngage in book discussions with other guests over afternoon tea in the hotel's library.
- Photography workshops
- Horseback riding
- Yoga classes
- Meditation sessions
- Pottery classes
- Archery
- History talks
Location
* Situated in Beaufort West's historic town center, the hotel is near the Beaufort West Museum and Dutch Reformed Church. * The area preserves its 19th-century heritage, offering attractions like the Karoo National Park and Beaufort West Mall for shopping and dining. * Chris Barnard Reserve, Gamka Nature Reserve ideal for nature enthusiasts, hikers.
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