Providing garden views, The Milner by The Oyster Collection in Grahamstown provides accommodation, water sports facilities, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a bar and barbecue facilities. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a shower, bathrobes and a desk. All units are fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom, while selected rooms include a patio and some have pool views. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near the guest house include St Michael and St George Cathedral, Observatory Museum Grahamstown and South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity. The nearest airport is Port Alfred Airport, 55 km from The Milner by The Oyster Collection.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Grahamstown
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Louise
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff. Sam is a delight! The chef is to be commended on perfect eggs Benedict and French toast.
  • Bulelwa
    South Africa South Africa
    The architecture and the finishes The staff were warm and welcoming Breakfast- we had omelettes and were tasty
  • Lee-ann
    South Africa South Africa
    Our room was lovely and quiet with a view of the pool and garden. Super neat and clean. Beautifully decorated. Our breakfast was just as we ordered and made specially for us just before 8 which was much appreciated.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score

The Milner is the new sister of 8A Grahamstown, one of the city's favourite boutique guest houses. Only a stone's throw from The Highlander, The Milner is presents the same exacting luxury finishes, only this time with an eclectic African twist. Linda and her team manage every detail with just as much attention as Caroline at 8A. The Milner's honesty bar has the same popular range to be enjoyed in the comfortable lounges and expansive garden, pool area and around the fire pit. A private library for meetings or homework complements the separate teenagers den. The guest house has ample off street parking.
The Milner is part of our Oyster Collection group of self catering and boutique guest houses located in the Eastern and Western Cape. The Collection has grown over 10 years from its first establishment in Kenton-on-Sea in 2007 always focussing on quality of accommodation and attention to detail with service. We love providing a quality product and seeing our guests enjoy their stay.
Milner Street in Grahamstown is centrally located and very close to all the schools as well as Rhodes University, the Law Courts and the main shops. The town has a lot of history to explore with loverly coffee shops, art galleries and museums.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Milner by The Oyster Collection
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa

House rules

The Milner by The Oyster Collection takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 06:00 to 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.

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

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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Milner by The Oyster Collection accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform The Milner by The Oyster Collection 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about The Milner by The Oyster Collection

  • The Milner by The Oyster Collection offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beauty Services
    • Manicure
    • Body treatments
    • Waxing services
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Pedicure
    • Swimming Pool
    • Facial treatments
    • Make up services

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Milner by The Oyster Collection is 600 yards from the centre of Grahamstown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Milner by The Oyster Collection is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at The Milner by The Oyster Collection is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at The Milner by The Oyster Collection include:

    • Suite
    • Double

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