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Marula Lodge Guesthouse

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
A wooden table with chairs, a wicker basket with decorative items, and a palm tree in the background.
Garden
A residential property with a swimming pool, solar panels, and a well-maintained garden.
A bedroom with a bed, two wicker chairs, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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111 Voortrek Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740
  • Place, Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Drostdy Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Swellendam Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of a swimming pool, and a painting of a tree on the wall.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Garden Area

A bedroom with a bed, two wicker chairs with orange cushions, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Garden Area

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Poolside

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Poolside

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Pool Access, Garden View

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a wooden floor, and a small table with a chair.

Classic Double Room, Pool Access, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Marula Lodge Guesthouse

This guesthouse features an outdoor pool, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and tour/ticket assistance.
Marula Lodge Guesthouse offers 6 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. This Swellendam guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Marula Lodge Guesthouse, you'll be within walking distance of Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, laundry facilities, and a multilingual staff
  • 14 minutes by foot from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam and a 2-minute drive from Drostdy Museum
As a guest of Marula Lodge Guesthouse, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Marula Lodge Guesthouse.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Swellendam guesthouse.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 per person

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping centre

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily until 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Marula Lodge Guesthouse Swellendam
Marula Guesthouse Swellendam
Marula Guesthouse
Marula Swellendam
Marula Guesthouse Swellendam
Marula Lodge Guesthouse Guesthouse
Marula Lodge Guesthouse Swellendam
Marula Lodge Guesthouse Guesthouse Swellendam

Marula Lodge Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay, everything was just right. stunning host friendly staff, lovely pool and surroundings and the breakfast was the cherry on top.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay ....and a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay everything was perfect.The staff was wonderfull and the host is very friendly and entertaining. It was very warm so we really enjoyed the pool. Cherry on the to was the breakfast and not to be missed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay at the Marula guesthouse. Swellendam with it’s beautiful historic houses and buildings is a worth a visit. We particularly enjoyed the beautiful garden at the guesthouse.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and property. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to spend a night or two to get to know Swellendam and its beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Walter was an amazing hoast. Very clean and coazy. Breakfast was a treat.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The backyard and pool area were beautiful. Staff friendly and helpful. Restaurant beside the guesthouse was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money

Space was generous & clean. Good value and very hospitable owner was super friendly even with our late check-in. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Antien

Very nice, great host, room is a little small
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice find… beautiful stay save for no AC … ceiling fan but still extremely hot even with windows open. I am normally cold. And this room was really hot! Still a great place for sleeping and relaxing. Breakfast was definitely excellent. I’d stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
War alles Tip Top und Walter und seine Mitarbeiterinnen sensationell! Uneingeschränkt empfehlenswert!! Viele Grüße
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We hadden een aangenaam verblijf in Marula Lodge Guesthouse. Walter en zijn personeel hebben heel goed voor ons gezorgd. De accommodatie is mooi, netjes en goed gelegen om goede restaurants te bezoeken. Er wordt ontbijt aangeboden wat ook uitstekend verzorgd en compleet is.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walter war ein fantastischer Gastgeber. Er hat uns viele Insider Tipps gegeben, stand immer mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Können wir absolut empfehlen schöne ruhige Lage gemütlicher Garten, einfach der perfekte Ort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fridolin

Liked: Amenities
Seht schöne, gut gelegene Unterkunft mit hervorragendem Frühstück. Der Gastgeber ist ausserordentlich freundlich und gibt wertvolle Tipps.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josefin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir haben uns in der Marula Lodge sehr wohl gefühlt. Wir wurden herzlich vom deutschsprachigen Gastgeber empfangen, der uns zahlreiche Tipps und Informationen für unsere Weiterreise auf der Garden Route gegeben hat. Die Unterkunft ist sehr liebevoll gepflegt mit einem schönen großen Garten inklusive Pool und Grillstelle. Die Zimmer sind sehr detailliert und liebevoll eingerichtet und mit allem ausgestattet, was man benötigt. Das Frühstück war sehr reichhaltig und wir haben uns rundum wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne gepflegte Anlage mit tollem Garten. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen und erhielten eine Vielzahl an Tpps fürs Abendessen und Aktivitäten in der Umgebung! Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Devalingum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

It was a very pleasant stay. The host was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschöne Gartenanlage. Grosser Pool. Freundlicher Service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schönes und gepflegtes Guesthouse mit wunderschönem Garten. Sehr gutes Frühstück und freundliche Gastgeberin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent b&b in Swellendam

Excellent .....good facilities.....very welcoming host who went out of her way to look after us.......room comfortable with all facilities .....lovely garden and pool .....most Of all lovely local birds
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Betreiberin was sehr nett, alles sehr sauber. Frühstück gut. Einfache Zimmer. Preis Leistung passt 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uitstekende prijs-kwaliteit verhouding, mooie buitenruimte, goede kamers. Er lopen wel twee honden in de tuin.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr hübsch und nette Gastgeber

War wundevoll, nette Gastgeber, gutes Frühstück, nette Zimmer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019