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The Ibis Lounge

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Nieu-Bethesda with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Double Room - Karoo | Garden view
Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Property entrance

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Martin Street, Nieu-Bethesda, Eastern Cape, 6286
  • Nieu-Bethesda Church
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Owl House Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kitching Fossil Exploration Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬

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Double Room - Karoo

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 307 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room - Happy

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 277 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Nieu-Bethesda

The Ibis Lounge places you next to Nieu-Bethesda Church and The Bushman Heritage Museum. This 3-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Nieu-Bethesda Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • The Bushman Heritage Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Owl House Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kitching Fossil Exploration Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Camdeboo National Park - 60 min drive - 37.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Karoo Lamb - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nieu Karoo Country Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ibis Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Brewery & Two Goats Deli - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Melting Pot - nieu Bethesda - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ibis Lounge

Bed & breakfast in Nieu-Bethesda with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool
An outdoor pool, coffee in a common area, and a library are featured at The Ibis Lounge. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, a picnic area, and a garden.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find TVs. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and portable fans.
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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Ibis Lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 10 and younger (only guests older than 10 are allowed)

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Ibis Lounge B&B Nieu-Bethesda
Ibis Lounge B&B
Ibis Lounge Nieu-Bethesda
The Ibis Lounge Nieu-Bethesda
The Ibis Lounge Bed & breakfast
The Ibis Lounge Bed & breakfast Nieu-Bethesda

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around The Ibis Lounge?

This bed & breakfast is located in Nieu-Bethesda, just steps from The Bushman Heritage Museum and Nieu-Bethesda Church, and within a short walk of Owl House Museum. Kitching Fossil Exploration Centre is within a walking distance of 0.1 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ibis Lounge?

As of Jul 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ibis Lounge on Aug 10, 2025 start from $58.0, 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.

Will I be able to park at The Ibis Lounge?

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

Does The Ibis Lounge feature a casino at the property?

No, The Ibis Lounge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Ibis Lounge?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Ibis Lounge?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this bed u0026 breakfast, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Ibis Lounge have a hot tub?

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

Does The Ibis Lounge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Ibis Lounge serves free breakfast at The Ibis Lounge each morning.

Will The Ibis Lounge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Ibis Lounge.

Are there connecting rooms at The Ibis Lounge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Ibis Lounge?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Ibis Lounge offer a furnished patio.

The Ibis Lounge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Memorable

Unexpected excellence in a quaint old country dorp. An old house beautifully renovated but without being ultra modern. Welcomed by Barbara with great friendliness and always there to help, We also had dinner one night and it was of the highest standard Unreservedly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply, the Four Seasons of Nieu Bethesda. No, make that Five.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elsabe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing stay in the heart of the Karoo. The guesthouse is beautiful, and the owner was helpful and kind. Super good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Comfortable guesthouse and gourmet restaurant

Best place to stay in Nieu Bethesda. So comfortable, clean, centrally located. Stunning restaurant with a 6-course set menu hand-crafted by a chef who forages and grows her own ingredients. An unbelievably gourmet experience in the most beautiful village in the Karoo. This is a must-do on a Nieu Bethesda itinerary.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay here. Room was lovely and breakfast delicious. Staff very friendly and helpful. God job!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop over, friendly hosts and the unique atmosphere of Nieu Bethesda
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Johanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great meals and atmosphere

Wonderfully friendly hosts, in a lovely guesthouse, superb food and hospitality. The hosts Johan and Barbara will bent over backwards to meet your demands. The rooms are clean and spacious. It is an old house and I found the room very hot and without the fan it would have been torture. The room had a fridge and tea and coffee facilities, a bath and shower. Very pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ronel

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

A delightful stay

What an amazing stay we had at the Ibis. Barbara our host was a delight. Nothing was any trouble to her to make us as comfortable and made us feel at home from when we arrived until we left. The dinner was define with a fire going in the background. We loved our stay and we will definitely be back. Nieu-Bethesda touched our hearts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nieu-bethesda

WE had a pleasant overnight stay with friendly service and a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anna M

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

Stay at The Ibis Lounge Nieu Bethesda

Wow! What an awesome welcome we had by owners Johan and Barbara. Room was spotless and service excellent. Presentation and quality of the meals (dinner and breakfast) was superb. Thank you again for your hospitality and the lovely time we had. See you soon!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017