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Yamkela Guest House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Oudtshoorn with free parking

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Enjoy a meal on the lower level, where a dining area offers tables and chairs.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
Two single beds with headboards and bedside tables, set against a sloped ceiling.
Guest house Yamkela features a traditional design with a green roof and a covered porch surrounded by a garden with lavender plants.
A charming building with a white facade and a door with glass panels.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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95 Baron van Reede Street, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, 6625
  • Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Arbeidsgenot
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • George (GRJ)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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Room options

Quadruple Room, Pool Access

  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Main House Twin Bedroom (4)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Pool Area Queen Bedroom (1)

  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deck Area Twin Bedroom (3)

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

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (First Floor Triple)

  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Deck Area Queen Bedroom (2)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Oudtshoorn

Yamkela Guest House places you within a leisurely stroll of Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge and C.P. Nel Museum. This 10-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

  • Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Arbeidsgenot - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cango Wildlife Ranch - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Safari Ostrich Show Farm - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Buffelsdrift Game Lodge - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Beans About Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Smitswinkel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nostalgia Restaurant, Baron Van Rheede Street - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nostalgie Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Yamkela Guest House

Guesthouse in Oudtshoorn with free parking
Yamkela Guest House features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help secure valuables, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include express check-out, a communal living room, and barbecue grills.
81-cm flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, electric kettles, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 81-cm flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: noon—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to April.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Yamkela Guest House?

Yamkela Guest House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Yamkela Guest House?

This guesthouse is located in Oudtshoorn, a short 10-minute walk from Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge and also 12 minutes on foot from C.P. Nel Museum. You'll also find Buffelsdrift Game Lodge and Safari Ostrich Show Farm within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Yamkela Guest House?

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

Does Yamkela Guest House feature a casino on the premises?

No, Yamkela Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Yamkela Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from October until April.

Is Yamkela Guest House a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some accommodations include separate bathtubs and showers and pool views.

Are there hot tubs at Yamkela Guest House?

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

Does Yamkela Guest House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Yamkela Guest House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Yamkela Guest House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Yamkela Guest House though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Yamkela Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Yamkela Guest House?

Yes, some accommodations at Yamkela Guest House offer a deck and may feature pool views.

Yamkela Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place.

Comfortable, but parking would become an issue if the place was fully occupied..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

Very good value

Charl looked after us very well. The Guest House has a great position for restaurants and is very good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, near centre, hospitable staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Good value for money

Charl is an excellent host. Always stay here when visiting Oudtshoorn. Great breakfast. Room is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Jeanetta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Charged twice

The gentleman told me I had not paid at the end our stay although I paid online. He said it had not gone through when I booked on Hotels.com. He said before I left I needed to pay for the room. He showed me that my credit card info was wrong and the a Hotels.com had not collected on my account. I then paid R900 with him on my credit card. The next day I see that the payment had already been paid already on my credit card for R800. Now I need to go and figure out how to get my money back. It is a pain. I am a hold member and have never had this happen when I pay online. This not a nice experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Good value for money

I have stayed there before and its always a good experience. Good breakfast. Friendly and helpful hosts. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location - Great spot and convenient to various restaurants. Staff - Very friendly and provided lots of great restaurant recommendations. Room - Clean and very quaint. Very lovely. Bathrooms were large and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Brodwen, Johannesburg

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

Nice cosy B&B

Stayed overnight at Yamkela. Friendly service, clean rooms and very lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Denise , South Carolina

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

Excellent Stay

Yamkela is my favorite place to stay when I'm in Oudtshoorn. The staff is wonderful and will do whatever they can to accommodate. The rooms are clean and comfortable. I highly recommend Yamkela!~

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Near restauranrs

A lot of thought has gone into every detail. Very comfortable

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Lovely and homely place to stay in Oudtshoorn

The room was nice and comfortable and the location is convenient. We were only there for 1 night but we were made to feel welcome. There is no wifi in the rooms which you would expect nowadays and the bathroom was a big dark (only one spotlight) but otherwise I can't fault the place. Great breakfast too!

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Good spot to stay for local sites

Had a short stay in Oudtshoorn and the Yamkela guesthouse was a great choice. The owners are very nice and offer a great range of options for breakfast (ostrich sausage!). The room was very large with a balcony and a set of table and chairs for each guest (it appeared every room has balcony access). The only reason I didn't give 5 stars on room comfort was that the room I was in had a slanted roof in the bathroom and no windows (although it did have solid blinds over the door, which provided air and light). And I gave 4 stars on neighborhood because there really isn't much around but I think that is more a product of the town than it is the hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Nikki, London

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

A must stay

Wow a very long road trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg and this was one of the only places available within our budget! I can say is one of the best guests houses ever, 5* service, 5* breakfast and the town is beautiful too. Couldn't have asked for more. This is a defiant must!!!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Kind staff. Mold on ceiling above bed. Unpleasant smell in room. Hair on the floor in bathroom upon check-in.

8/10 Good

Chris, GB

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

A very comfortable 2 day stay

Yamkela is a very nice place, very clean and organised. We paid a little more and were given room number 9 upstairs. Even though it meant lugging our suitcases up a spiral staircase (no offer of help), it was worth it. The room was very nice. The layout of the bedrooms is a little odd and means that a lot of other people walk past your door to get to their room. In room 9 we had only one couple walking past us, if you are near the car park, it's more like ten. Plus, the downstairs rooms are darker and the rooms that are incorporated in the main house have cars parked in front of them as well. We didn't use the pool, it looked more like a pond, it was so small. The garden was very well kept. Breakfast was an excellent affair. The position of Yamkela is also very good with several restaurants within walking distance. I would definitely use it again but ask to be upstairs.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Welcoming safe haven

Like most places in South Africa security is key! I did feel safe here but the number of gates and locks can take some getting use to. The town itself is a bit intimidating but the guest house was welcoming and well laid out.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely Stay

We stayed just one night and had to leave very early the morning, but everything was perfect. The owner is so friendly and helpful, rooms are beautiful and clean, beds are super comfortable. Great location

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Frances, Durbanville

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

Recommended

Location is good, very close to shops and restaurants. There is plenty to do in Oudtshoorn and the owners are very friendly and helpful in helping to plan your day. Breakfast was excellent.

8/10 Good

Darren, Toronto

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

Happy Canadian

Great Stay. Very nice place. Wonderful and helpful managers

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Economy

Upstairs rooms have low ceilings on an angle - tough to use bathroom as a tall person. Showers are tub style only - no standing up, use shower handle.