Located in the farming town of Patensie, Ripple Hill Hotel is situated near the Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve. The pet friendly hotel offers conference facilities and a restaurant. The rooms at the Ripple Hill Hotel are fitted with air conditioning, tea-and coffee-making facilities and a private bathroom with shower. The hotel's restaurant serves South African cuisine and drinks can be enjoyed at the pub. Nearby activities include horse riding, fishing, Big 5 game viewing, bird watching, cycling, mountain biking and swimming. The nearest airport is Port Elizabeth Airport, 98 km from Ripple Hill Hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
7.3
High score for Patensie
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See what guests loved the most:

  • C
    Clint
    South Africa South Africa
    Nice atmosphere, great location and awesome service
  • Hein
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved this Hotel. It would be great they do Sunday morning breakfasts.
  • Stephen
    South Africa South Africa
    This small town hotel is closed on Sundays, so no meals available. Pleasantly surprised overall, particularly with the accommodation and the exceptional ablution facilities, which would not be amiss in a five star hotel.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Ripple Hill Hotel Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse • South African
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

Facilities of Ripple Hill Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Ripple Hill Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:30

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please notice that the restaurant and the bar are closed on Sundays.

Please inform Ripple Hill Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

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

FAQs about Ripple Hill Hotel

  • The prices at Ripple Hill Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Ripple Hill Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Ripple Hill Hotel is 1,050 yards from the centre of Patensie. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Ripple Hill Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple

  • Ripple Hill Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Ripple Hill Hotel Restaurant

  • Check-in at Ripple Hill Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Ripple Hill Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Happy hour
    • Live sport events (broadcast)