Eight Bells Mountain Inn, Ruiterbos
Overview
Nestled at the foot of a wildlife park and a valley, the charming 4-star Eight Bells Mountain Inn Ruiterbos offers a shared lounge and billiards. Offering a charming location a short way from Mossel Bay, this smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants on site.
Location
The hotel is in a protected area of Ruiterbos. Guests can go to Oudtshoorn, which is 94 km from the family accommodation.
For those travelling from afar, George airport is 57 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Some of the 25 smoke-free rooms at Eight Bells Mountain Inn are furnished with a sofa set, and appointed with coffee and tea makers. A separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, are provided in the bathrooms. Enjoy views of the surrounding hills, while staying at this Ruiterbos hotel.
Eat & Drink
Guests can visit an à la carte restaurant for breakfast or an à la carte restaurant to have high tea, they both are located on site. The restaurant serves South African cuisine.
Leisure & Business
The Eight Bells Ruiterbos features an outdoor pool. You can play tennis at this Ruiterbos property.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Bowling
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Squash
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Wine TastingIndulge in a wine tasting experience featuring locally sourced wines from the region.
Olive Oil TastingSavour the flavour of locally produced olive oils and learn about their production.
Guided Nature WalksTake a guided nature walk through the indigenous forest and learn about the flora and fauna of the area.
Bird WatchingSpot a variety of bird species at the bird hide located within the hotel grounds.
Night Sky GazingStargaze under the clear skies of Ruiterbos with the help of a knowledgeable guide.
Mountain BikingCycle through the challenging mountain terrain on one of the hotel's rental mountain bikes.
- Horse Riding
- Archery
- Fly Fishing
- Game Drives
- Foraging Walks
- Botanical Garden Tour
- Gin Tasting
- Cooking Classes
Location
* Nestled in the picturesque Ruiterbos valley, the inn is near the Tsitsikamma National Park and Storms River Mouth. * The area offers hiking trails, birdwatching at the Tsitsikamma Section of the Garden Route National Park, and local restaurants featuring regional cuisine. * Nearby attractions include Bloukrans Bridge for bungee jumping, Tsitsikamma Canopy Tours for zip-lining, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
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