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1 on Ross

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel in Makhanda with free parking

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Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
The Cottage | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1 Ross Street, Oatlands, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139
  • Place, St Andrew's College
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Rhodes University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Settlers Garden 1820
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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The Cottage | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Cottage

  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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The Flatlet

  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Single Unit | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Single Unit

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Makhanda

1 on Ross is located within a mile (2 km) of St Andrew's College and Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George. This 3-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rhodes University - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jacks Bagels - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Major Frasers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pothole & Donkey - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Highlander - ‬12 min walk

About this property

1 on Ross

Suburban hotel in Makhanda with free parking
At 1 on Ross, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
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 8:00 PM 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

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 120 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350 per night

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

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

1-on-Ross Apartment Grahamstown
1-on-Ross Apartment
1-on-Ross Grahamstown
1 on Ross Hotel
1 on Ross Makhanda
1 on Ross Hotel Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at 1 on Ross?

1 on Ross offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 on Ross?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 on Ross on Dec 30, 2025 start from $74.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of 1 on Ross?

This hotel is located in Makhanda, a short 16-minute walk from Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George and also 17 minutes on foot from Elizabeth Salt Monument. You'll also find 1820 Settlers National Monument and Settlers Garden 1820 within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at 1 on Ross?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does 1 on Ross include a casino?

No, 1 on Ross doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at 1 on Ross?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from January until December.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at 1 on Ross?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs and kitchens.

Does 1 on Ross have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does 1 on Ross have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

1 on Ross offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will 1 on Ross allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at 1 on Ross.

Are there connecting rooms at 1 on Ross?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 1 on Ross?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a patio where guests can enjoy garden or courtyard views.

1 on Ross Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Japie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elize

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

5 Star accommodation

Brilliant stay. Everything you need, I will rate this accommodation 5 stars! Clean, big spaces, aircon, swimming pool, tea, coffee, milk, sugar etc. Will definitely stay there again. Thanks to the host, Mike!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanele

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

Amazing

The Service was really Good, the Owner is Very Welcoming. I will Surely be back and this was not my first time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great Value!

Accommodation was great and everything was clean. The pool was such a added bonus with the hot weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Average type accommodation

The single quarters was a small, narrow room (a granny flat essentially) with not much room. It was clean and well maintained. Facilities are limited with a fridge and microwave but there is a full range of DSTV channels.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019