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Gaikou Lodge

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Swellendam with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Property grounds
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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69 Berg Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740
  • Drostdy Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Bontebok National Park
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
    ‪2 min drive‬

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Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Swellendam

Gaikou Lodge is a short stroll from Drostdy Museum and Bukkenburg Pottery Studio. This 4-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with 12 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Bukkenburg Pottery Studio - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Drostdy Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Tredici - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪De Vagebond Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Gaikou Lodge

Bed & breakfast in Swellendam with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
Gaikou Lodge features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Minibars, coffee makers, and hair dryers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 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 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant 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

Gaikou Lodge Swellendam
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Gaikou
Gaikou Lodge Swellendam
Gaikou Lodge Bed & breakfast
Gaikou Lodge Bed & breakfast Swellendam

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Gaikou Lodge?

This bed & breakfast is located in Swellendam, a short 13-minute walk from Drostdy Museum and also 13 minutes on foot from Bukkenburg Pottery Studio. You'll also find Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Gaikou Lodge?

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

Does Gaikou Lodge include a casino at the property?

No, Gaikou Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gaikou Lodge?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Gaikou Lodge?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this bed u0026 breakfast, including a minibar and a turndown service in each guestroom with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Gaikou Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Gaikou Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Gaikou Lodge offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Gaikou Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Gaikou Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Gaikou Lodge?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gaikou Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at Gaikou Lodge offer a patio and may feature lake views.

Does Gaikou Lodge offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Gaikou Lodge if that's in your vacation plans.

Gaikou Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Raz and Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not worth the money

Property is in serious need of maintenance. Rooms are very outdated and furniture is old and extremely dirty. The couch is covered with an old blanket to “hide” the filthy old cushions and armrests are brown and greasy from the filth. Public areas is dilapidated and rundown with no attention to detail, weeds growing between paving, grass is overgrown etc etc. Television is extremely old. This place is clearly not living up to its potential and very poorly managed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Moore Creek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very safe & quiet. Loved the breakfast which is included too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, CARLSBAD

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacobus

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

10/10 Excellent

Joleen, Canada

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The amazing setting, really well laid out rooms and close to restaurants in town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

The best place to stay

I wish I could have stayed longer, what an amazing place, from the surrounds to the room, I have three words, amazing, simply amazing. To date, the best place I have stayed on my travels. Will definitely come back. Thank you for the beautiful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dennis, Chester UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, situated in extensive grounds with mountain views. Comfortable and modern rooms with patio/verandah. Excellent attentive and hospitable staff. Superb breakfast. It was all good, would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carla was super helpfull and even allowed a late check-out
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Owners super friendly. Upstairs rooms like a French 18th century palace.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthonius

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert, Frankfurt am Main

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eine traumhafte Umgebung. Das Frühstück war sehr lecker.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Alles wunderbar, ein Ort der Erholung

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

P

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

Heerlijk rustig, mooie vogelplek.

Prima plek. Leuk wandelen langs de rivier, massa's vogels.Kingfischers en black eagles. Lekker ontbijt met wat klef croisantje.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018