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The Milner

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Makhanda with an outdoor pool and a bar

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
The Pavilion | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Luxury Room 3 | Living area | TV
Hallway
Lobby lounge

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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12 Milner Street Grahamstown, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139
  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Rhodes University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Settlers Garden 1820
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Room options

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Luxury Suite 2 | Living area | TV

Luxury Suite 2

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite 1 | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Suite 1

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Pavilion | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

The Pavilion

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 925 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Makhanda

The Milner places you within a 10-minute stroll of St Andrew's College and Diocesan School for Girls. This 6-room, 4-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rhodes University - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Highlander - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Major Fraser's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Botanic Gardens Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Milner

Bed & breakfast in Makhanda with an outdoor pool and a bar
Guests of The Milner enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Other amenities at this boutique bed & breakfast include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and bathrobes, and beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers, safes, and desks are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Milner B&B Grahamstown
Milner B&B
Milner Grahamstown
The Milner Makhanda
The Milner Bed & breakfast
The Milner Bed & breakfast Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to The Milner?

This bed & breakfast is located in Makhanda, a short 10-minute walk from Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George and also 16 minutes on foot from Amazwi South African Museum of Literature. You'll also find St Patrick's Catholic Church and Elizabeth Salt Monument less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Milner?

As of May 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Milner on May 13, 2025 start from $136.46, 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.

Is there parking available at The Milner?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Is there a spa available at The Milner?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include mani/pedis.

Does The Milner include a casino?

No, The Milner doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Milner?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Milner good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique bed u0026 breakfast include premium bedding and bathrobes along with a bar.

Are there hot tubs at The Milner?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Milner have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Milner serves breakfast for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Does The Milner allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Milner.

Does The Milner have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Milner?

No, at The Milner, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Milner Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frenando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only one words describes our stay “AMAZING “
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luyanda

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

An oasis

This was totally unexpected in Grahamstown. The decor, facilities and service were top notch. Even the breakfast was world class. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, quiet neigbhorhood, great breakfast, excellent amenities, clean rooms, and yes, the heated beds!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot. Great location and really nice place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything...My roo was a dream ad the service go Linda and Susana was even more better the my home.. THANK YOU
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very charming and comfortable place to stay. We had Room 1 which was enormous and very quiet. the quality of the furnishings was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely, peaceful morning lace to stay with friendly people and lots of privacy Surprised however that they still maintained the swimming pool and sprinkler during a real water crisis in the town. I know they have their own borehole, but it’s all the same water table.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet . Very pleasant garden and lounge. The room was clean and spacious .very good breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017