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Bayswater Lodge

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse in Bloemfontein with free parking

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Outdoor pool
Front of property - evening/night
Billiards
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 11, Twin beds/king bed, garden acc) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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80 Wilcocks Road, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9300
  • Place, Naval Hill
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Supreme Court of Appeal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of the Free State
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bloemfontein (BFN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 1, Queen Bed, Garden access)

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 1, Queen Bed, Garden access) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 1, Queen Bed, Garden access)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 2, Double bed, garden access)

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 2, Double bed, garden access) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 2, Double bed, garden access)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 3, Double bed, view of garden)

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 3, Double bed, view of garden) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 3, Double bed, view of garden)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 4, Double bed, north-facing )

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 4, Double bed, north-facing ) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 4, Double bed, north-facing )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 5, 2 Single Beds on 1st Floor)

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 5, 2 Single Beds on 1st Floor) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 5, 2 Single Beds on 1st Floor)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 6, Double bed, first floor )

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 6, Double bed, first floor ) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 6, Double bed, first floor )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 7, Double bed, garden access)

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 7, Double bed, garden access) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 7, Double bed, garden access)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 8, Double bed, garden view)

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 8, Double bed, garden view) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 8, Double bed, garden view)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 9, Twin beds, garden access)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 9, Twin beds, garden access) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 9, Twin beds, garden access)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 10, 2 Twin beds,1st floor )

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 10, 2 Twin beds,1st floor ) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 10, 2 Twin beds,1st floor )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 11, Twin beds/king bed, garden acc)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 11, Twin beds/king bed, garden acc) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 11, Twin beds/king bed, garden acc)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 12, self catering family unit)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 12, self catering family unit) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Rm 12, self catering family unit)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bloemfontein

Located in Bayswater, Bayswater Lodge is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Orchid House and Oliewne Art Gallery. This 12-room, 4-star guesthouse has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Naval Hill - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Supreme Court of Appeal - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Central University of Technology - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mimosa Mall - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • University of the Free State - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Bloemfontein (BFN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beef & Reef Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caramello's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bayswater Lodge

Suburban guesthouse in Bloemfontein with free parking
Guests of Bayswater Lodge enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle during limited hours for ZAR 250 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, refrigerators, and minibars are also available.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse 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

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 70 for children
  • Hosted evening meal available on weekdays for a fee of ZAR 250; reservation required

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 260.0 per stay

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 English breakfast: approximately ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 70 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 250 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 260.0 per stay
  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 250

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from November to March.

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

Bayswater Bloemfontein
Bayswater Lodge
Bayswater Lodge Bloemfontein
Bayswater Lodge Guesthouse
Bayswater Lodge Bloemfontein
Bayswater Lodge Guesthouse Bloemfontein

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Bayswater Lodge?

Bayswater Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Bayswater Lodge?

This guesthouse is situated in Bayswater, close to Franklin Game Reserve, Naval Hill, and National Museum Bloemfontein. You'll also find Bloemfontein City Hall and Supreme Court of Appeal within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Bayswater Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Bayswater Lodge include a casino?

No, Bayswater Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bayswater Lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from November until March.

What do couples enjoy most about Bayswater Lodge?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as an outdoor pool and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Bayswater Lodge?

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

Does Bayswater Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Bayswater Lodge offers an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Bayswater Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Bayswater Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Bayswater Lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Bayswater Lodge?

The closest major airport to Bayswater Lodge is Bloemfontein (BFN), which is 5.9 mi away (10 minutes by car).

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

Yes, every accommodation at Bayswater Lodge comes with a balcony with some featuring garden views.

Reviews

Bayswater Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

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

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deepak, Nairobi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tsietsi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

Small but Beautiful

This is a very attractive small property with beautiful rooms and a warm and welcoming staff. It is on a quiet street that is only a short drive from the centre of town, I would definitely stay there again and recommend it without reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jacob Willem

Value for money

Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
accessible to other facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Franziska

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

Gutes Hotel in Bloem

The owner was extremely nice and helpful and quick.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

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