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The Barracks

Property class: 3

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Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Interior detail
Breakfast and dinner served
Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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15-17 D'Urban Row, Umsobomvu, Northern Cape, 9795
  • Place, Colesberg Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Colesberg Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Colesburg Church
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

Unit 01 - Queen - No Dogs Allowed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Unit 02 - Queen - No Dogs Allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Unit 04 - Queen Unit - No Dogs Allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Unit 05 - Twin Unit - No Dogs Allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Unit 06 - Dog Friendly, Family Unit

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Unit 07 - Queen / Self Catering Unit - No Dogs Allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Colesberg

The Barracks places you next to Colesberg Park and within a 10-minute walk of Colesberg Museum. This 3-star guesthouse has 6 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Colesberg Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Colesberg Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Colesburg Church - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sunset Chalets Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Manu de Pico Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Bordeaux - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Steers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Inni Kraal Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪On Route Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Barracks

Guests of The Barracks enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and satellite TV. Bathrooms have hair dryers and bathrobes. Other amenities include patios, minibars, and coffee makers.

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 110 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for ZAR 40 per pet, per day
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 110 per person
  • Pet fee: ZAR 40 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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: 2:00 PM—-9:00 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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • 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

Barracks Hotel Colesberg
Barracks Colesberg
Barracks House Colesberg
Barracks Guesthouse Umsobomvu
Barracks Umsobomvu
The Barracks Umsobomvu
The Barracks Guesthouse
The Barracks Guesthouse Umsobomvu

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Barracks?

The Barracks offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Barracks?

As of Apr 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Barracks on May 5, 2026 start from $60, including 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.

What's there to do near The Barracks?

This guesthouse in Colesberg is within a 10-minute walk of Colesberg Museum and Colesberg Park. You'll also find Sunset Chalets Park and Colesburg Golf Club within a short drive.

Does The Barracks feature a casino at the property?

No, The Barracks doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Barracks?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does The Barracks feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Barracks serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Barracks allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Barracks for a fee of ZAR 40 per pet, per day.

The Barracks Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 44 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room very clean, just a bit dated!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

EM

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J C Concepts Cc Carlos

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

Fabulous

Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Jaco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I can recommend The Barracks open hartedly. The effort to find out your time of arrival, the welcome drinks, and the traditional breakfast ... 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

CLIFFORD

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Avoid if disabled.

Definitely not recommended for people with disabilities. The host was unhelpful and patronising. I would not recommend staying there. Things would have been better if the gentleman were polite and professional. First bad experience in Colesberg ever! Being a seasoned traveler, this was the first time that I was treated like an inconvenience. Very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and a great team. Fantastic place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frenando

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very pleasant stay here, the room was perfect, well presented and comfortable. Secure parking on site and choice of restaurants within 3 min walk. The hosts were great, definitely would stay again and recommend the Barracks to friend's
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Abraham

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

A jewel in the Northern Cape

Rustic, comfortable and excellent service by Michael and Annelie King, the owners.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Viviane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and extremely helpful. Clean and neat rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little place will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Pet friendly

Clean and neat. Ideal when travelling with pets.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice guest house in a property and town with interesting history. The hosts, Mike and Annelie, made us feel welcome and cooked us a fantastic dinner (at extra cost) served in our room. Not a fancy or elegant place, but excellent value overall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accommodation. We had our small dog with us and she had a closed area to walk in. Comfortable bed and very gracious hosts. Will definitely stay there when we go down again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ilse

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

Great overnight stay

We had a very good stay. The owner was very nice and helpful when we arrived during bad weather. The room was comfortable and stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johan

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

A great place to relax after the long drive.

A wonderful stopover when commuting between Cape Town and Johannesburg. The comfort, cleanliness and hosts are outstanding. Thank you :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Janet

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

Lovely stop

Great place to overnight with terrific, friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charl

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