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
Business center
Property grounds
Hallway

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 925 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Pavilion

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite 2

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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.

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Elizabeth Salt Monument - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rhodes University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Jacks Bagels - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Major Frasers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Pothole & Donkey - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Highlander - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬20 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 barbecue grills.
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.

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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

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 11 minutes on foot from Elizabeth Salt Monument. You'll also find Albany History Museum Complex and Amazwi South African Museum of Literature less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Milner?

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

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Milner?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Milner.