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Just a 18-minute walk from Gallery On Leviseur Bloemfontein and 1.1 miles from National Museum Bloemfontein, De Akker Guest House features accommodations in Bloemfontein, with a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. The air-conditioned accommodations are 1.9 miles from Oliewenhuis Art Gallery. The guest house also features free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. At the guest house, units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. There's also a microwave, fridge, and a kettle. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free. Buffet and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, juice, and cheese are available each morning at the guest house. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. The guest house also comes with outdoor fireplace and a picnic area for a day outdoors. Boyden Observatory is 16 miles from De Akker Guest House, while Preller Square is 2.1 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Bram Fischer International, 6.8 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
or
4 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lize’
    South Africa South Africa
    Safe secure parking, Nice location close to the mal. Spacious Rooms with Air conditioning. Love the Bathrooms 👌🏻
  • Mamoqenelo
    Lesotho Lesotho
    I loved the garden, the house proximity to town and the cleanness. The receptionists were welcoming. Everything was well organised and the price is worth it
  • Nonhlanhl
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything about the place exceeded our expectations, friendly staff, communication, cleanliness... Will definitely come back again.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.3Based on 674 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We are only the third family to occupy the house. Our staff being limited, warm, friendly and affectionate will give you an at home feeling.

Property info

The character of De Akker is best expressed by "you simply cannot buy the 75 years that matured the house" De Akker - or the oak tree - is the oldest oak tree in Bloemfontein. It was planted in the early 1940's when Dr John van der Riet, a medical doctor owned the house . The huge tree is four stories high and shades most of the back.

Neighborhood info

De Akker Guest house is walking distance from Bloemfontein Waterfront, Mimosa Mall, Free Sate rugby & Soccer Stadiums, Free Sate cricket oval, Medi Clinic Hospital, Grey collage & Eunice Secondary School.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of De Akker Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
    Additional charge
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted De Akker Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform De Akker Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's possible to extend your stay at this property at no extra cost for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes, with a maximum limit of 10 extra days.

FAQs about De Akker Guest House

  • Check-in at De Akker Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at De Akker Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at De Akker Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet

  • De Akker Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • De Akker Guest House is 0.9 miles from the center of Bloemfontein. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at De Akker Guest House include:

      • Double