Best Hotels in Western District

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Drostdy Hotel

Drostdy Hotel

📍 30 Church St, Graaff-Reinet
★★★★★ 9.2 (60 reviews)

"It was a lovely location and the hotel very luxurious. The king size rooms are like mini apartments and the breakfast was really good"

Hlosi Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Hlosi Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

📍 Amakhala Game Reserve, Paterson, Western District
★★★★ 9.1 (51 reviews)

"This is a magical location for a family safari. The hotel staff sure super accommodating from start to finish - and always have smiles to greet you. Nothing is too much trouble! The food is fantastic - great choices and wonderfully prepared. I have to say, the green goddess omelette is the best omelette I’ve ever had! The rooms are spacious and spotless - air conditioned when needed and the staff switch them to heaters if the weather changes. The staff put on an amazing show on our first night - wonderful singing and authentic dancing! Magical!! The safaris are incredible!! We saw the big five and a wealth of other species and the guide “K” was an absolute rockstar!!! All in all - a perfect choice"

Founders Lodge by Mantis

Founders Lodge by Mantis

📍 Sidbury, Grahamstown
★★★★★ 10 (43 reviews)

"Everything about our 3 night stay at Founders Lodge was exceptional……. We fitted in 6x 3 hour game drives, and got to see so many animals ,in their natural habitat. James,our guide was brilliant . He even managed to find a cheetah for us on our final drive! The welcomes on arrival, and after each game drive were really nice. And the hot towel and different drink to welcome us back from each drive added to the staff’s genuine greetings. The food was just extraordinary- so varied , plentiful and delicious. It was the only place we ever stayed , where there was a large cooked breakfast menu, and a different set of cooked breakfast menu choices each day.! The hide viewing area was an extra treat. We got to see rhinos , giraffes, and zebras up close at the Founders watering hole. That was in addition to our 6 x 3 hr safari drives! And the view from our room was so good, that as soon as we opened the curtains in the morning, we got to see animals at the watering hole . Thank you for making our stay so perfect. Margo & John"

Tsitsikamma Village Inn

Tsitsikamma Village Inn

📍 Darnell St, Stormsrivier
★★★ 8.7 (69 reviews)

"Nice location, beautiful open garden space, excellent food and conveniently close to other attractions. My only issue is the room quality - relatively small with very cheap finishes - plastic crates for bedside tables, corrugated iron sheet as a bed backing-board and tins for light shades. I guess they're going or the rustic/informal settlement feel but to me, it missed the mark, especially given the price paid for the room. I don't think all rooms have those finishes, but I'm guessing those are the ones you get if you declare that you're local?"

Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm

Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm

📍 Elephant National Park, Addo, Western District
★★★★ 8.3 (45 reviews)

"We had a lovely stay.Friendly and professional staff.Chalet is beautiful and clean with spectacular view over the farm. Will highly recommend "

Storms River Guest Lodge

Storms River Guest Lodge

📍 28 Gammasi St, Stormsrivier
★★★ 9.0 (73 reviews)

"I have become used to warm and welcoming service across South Africa but this takes the crown. Storms river is a beautiful place in a beautiful part of the world and this guest lodge was a great choice The owner took the time to know my plans, gave excellent advice and even organised a shuttle for me. Very comfortable and quiet place for sleep and relax. Breakfast is generous, fresh and delicious. Great range of choices. Even does an excellent cappuccino!!! Highly recommended"

Grand House Lodge Jeffreys Bay

Grand House Lodge Jeffreys Bay

📍 1 Kabeljous Street, Kabeljous, Jeffreys Bay
★★★ 8.0 (23 reviews)

"Our two-day stay was very good, the staff were friendly and accommodating. Parking at the accommodation, however, is a major problem, as there is insufficient parking on the premises. The bed in the Whales' room needs to be replaced, as it has exceeded its lifespan."

Royal St Andrews Hotel by Mantis

Royal St Andrews Hotel by Mantis

📍 19 St Andrews Rd, Port Alfred
★★★★ 9.4 (53 reviews)

"Our experience at the Royal St Andrews Hotel was amazing! The beads are the best and the service impeccable, the staff are always friendly and the food was the best. Breakfast was my favourite!"

A1 Kynaston Self Catering or Bed and Breakfast

A1 Kynaston Self Catering or Bed and Breakfast

📍 23 Chestnut Ave, Jeffreys Bay
★★★ 9.2 (23 reviews)

"A Warm thanks to both Sharon and Paul for your hospitality. We really enjoyed the tranquility of both our room as well as the little outside garden. Everything was spic and span. More than what we hoped for. Highly recommended. :-)"

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Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve Hotels in Western District

Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve

"This absolutely beautiful location allows you to just absolutely unwind and feel rejuvenated while taking in the spectacular views around you."

The Sands @ St Francis Hotels in Western District

The Sands @ St Francis

"The staff were lovely, the food was good and the room was pleasant. However, the lack of privacy with the toilet was a big issue for me. There is no privacy from your partner at all - I don't mind that for a wee, but a number two is a step too far for me! The toilet is in the bathroom and the bathroom is open air to the bedroom, with just a blind between, which you need open for daylight really. No noise or smell barrier available at all!"

Hitgeheim Country Lodge Hotels in Western District

Hitgeheim Country Lodge

"We stayed 2 nights in a superior de luxe room. The rooms are spacious, with comfy beds, chairs and huge bathroom. We also had our own pool and outside shower. The room had great views over the valley and river. Beds turned down each evening and free sherry. Breakfast is self serve cols and hit dishes to order. We booked dinner on both nights - 4 courses, choices are made after breakfast. We also went on the Addo game drive, which sets of at 8 am. It's a 25km drive to the park in a god truck. Your driver is your guide ( take your drink and poss a jacket on cooler days) . Lunch is provided by the hotel which was very filling. The road to the hotel is unmade so be wary if in a hire car, also lots of road works in the area so allow extra time. "

Kwantu Private Game Reserve Hotels in Western District

Kwantu Private Game Reserve

"The service and facilities were top stuff, as well as the actual reserve itself and the predator rehab centre to was amazing and thanks to Shakir and Saadia for going out of their way to make it so special for us!"

Cape St Francis Resort Hotels in Western District

Cape St Francis Resort

"In the middle of nowhere! Prachtig ( wel verouderd) gedeeld huis nog net niet helemaal op t strand, de huiskamer deelden we met een ons onbekend stel wat een beetje vreemd overkwam, het restaurant is gewoon slecht de eerste avond konden we niet een een salade bestellen, de volgende avond werd ons gemeld om 20 minuten over acht dat de keuken al dicht was😂😂😂, we hadden geen keus dan in t andere intens verlichte restaurant te gaan zitten wat we maar niet hebben gedaan. Gelukkig hadden we goed geluncht bij Nevermind (absoluut een aanrader) waardoor het wat minder erg was, volgende ochtend moesten we voor half acht weg, het ontbijt zou pas om die tijd beginnen, kwamen we om 7 uur, was t toch open??"

Tube n Axe Lodge and Backpackers Hotels in Western District

Tube n Axe Lodge and Backpackers

"Stayed here as part of garden route. Luxury tent was beautiful. Location great and staff very helpful. Breakfast was also excellent"

Assegaaibosch Country Lodge Hotels in Western District

Assegaaibosch Country Lodge

"Wonderful lodge, amazing staff, great food and facilities. Thank you to Antoinette for being such a great host, upon arrival we requested to be moved to the room with the pool view and she did the best that she can to accommodate our preferences. All other staff was amazing and helpful. The pool is amazing, the club area where there is a pool table and table tennis is a great way to unwind. Really enjoyed my stay there and would highly recommend it."

Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge Hotels in Western District

Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge

"We booked Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge based on the photos online, but unfortunately the real-life experience didn’t match expectations. It felt quite misleading compared to what is shown — overall the stay was medium at best. We stayed in a “Superior Suite”, but it was essentially a converted tent with newer furniture. The room was not very clean and clearly needs renovation. There was also no air conditioning, and we had to walk quite far to reach our suite. That said, the balcony area was nice, and having an outdoor shower as well as a bathtub was a great touch. The lodge does have wild animals on the property, including elephants and giraffes, which sounds amazing. However, it didn’t feel fully natural to us, as we were told the elephants are fed and locked in every night, which took away from the authentic wildlife experience. The location is another big downside. The road to the lodge is around 30 km of rough gravel/off-road driving, which we wouldn’t recommend with your own car. We arranged a transfer through the lodge, which was convenient, but very expensive. On top of that, the Addo Elephant Park entrance is about 1.5 hours away, making it inconvenient if you’re staying here mainly for park visits. Food was average and not very tasty. Drinks are not included and are overpriced. The pool was also not usable during our stay, as it was completely green. The staff are friendly and sweet, but not proactive — we had to ask for everything (seat pillows outside, lighting the fire, etc.), which doesn’t feel like hospitality at this level. Overall, this lodge might work if you keep expectations low, but for us it was disappointing considering the price we paid and we wouldn’t return."

Real Reviews of Western District Hotels From Travellers

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Wak1992

Family
Drostdy Hotel ★★★★★
"Lovely place to stay. My family enjoyed it a lot.. 😎"
★★★★★
2025-07-31
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Guest User

Other
Hlosi Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve ★★★★
"We had an amazing 3 days. The lodge is beautiful. Rooms amazing and the staff are so professional and attentive. I cannot recommend Hlosi highly enough . The game drives were excellent."
★★★★★
2025-10-06
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Kim P

Couple
Founders Lodge by Mantis ★★★★★
"All of the reviews are correct. From the moment you get there to the moment you leave, everything is taken care of. We stayed two nights and wish we had stayed at least three or four. Each game drive goes to a different section of the 50,000 acre Samwari Nature Reserve. Our Ranger, Sikhumbuzo, was the best!! He had extensive knowledge of the animals and a keen sense for where they were going and how to put us in a place where we could see their movements. He was always joyful and good humored. When we go back, we will ask for him again. He really made our first Safari experience one we will never forget. We saw an incredible number of animal species, but some of the highlights were the herd of elephants, rhinos, giraffes, lions, hippos, zebra, lots of different types of antelope, cheeta, etc. And the staff, beautiful hotel and room design, placement and the Chef really made our stay the best we had in South Africa. Highly highly recommend!! It’s worth every penny."
★★★★★
2026-03-01
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Tsitsikamma Village Inn ★★★
"Very happy with our stay in The Tsitsikamma Village Inn. Location was very good. Rooms were very clean, staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good and there is a pool, playground and large green area for kids to play in. Thank you."
★★★★★
2026-01-05
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Solo traveler
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm ★★★★
"I participated in the Addo Ultra Run last weekend. Registration was at nearby Hayterdale Trail Campsite. What a perfect place to stay a night before as we have to be at the campsite super-early on Saturday. Even better I met fellow runners staying there and we shared stories and experience. Felt like the whole hotel occupied by runners! Perfect stay, good dinner and breakfast and another lovely African hospitality. Smooth check-in (pre-payment made via ***********). Special mention to the reception Manager and David and the kitchen team for entertaining my request for packed-breakfast and the modified menu for subsequent dinner & breakfast meals. The balcony view as well as Lapa upper deck view of the surrounding citrus farm and Addo National Park as far as Zuurberg Mountain (I guess) are amazing. Early morning birds and dozens of bird nests on the tree (some with little chicks) added to the atmosphere. And the pool by the pond and jacuzzi looked so inviting but couldn’t get a chance to dip in. In short, two-night stay wasn’t enough. Will back for this and more. Love from Malaysia! Shaari"
★★★★★
2024-03-01
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Guest User

Family
Storms River Guest Lodge ★★★
"We had an incredible stay at the Storms River Guest Lodge. We came during shoulder season so it was quieter and we LOVED it! Maria and her husband run the lodge with immense kindness, respect, and care for their clients. The property is extremely safe and there is so much to walk to and do in the surrounding area. I would recommend staying here to anyone!"
★★★★★
2026-06-08
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Family
Grand House Lodge Jeffreys Bay ★★★
"I was suprised at the place as I wasn't sure how it was going to be as we have never been to Jefferys Bay before. The rooms were spacious and it was better than a hotel. The staff was nice, my mom even got a massage. Great value for my money."
★★★★★
2024-01-10
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Other
Royal St Andrews Hotel by Mantis ★★★★
"I had a wonderful stay at this hotel and would definitely recommend it. From the moment I arrived, the staff were welcoming, friendly, and always willing to assist. The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, making it easy to relax after a long day. The overall atmosphere of the hotel was peaceful and inviting, and the facilities were well looked after. I was particularly impressed by the attention to detail and the excellent customer service throughout my stay. Thank you to the entire team for making my visit such an enjoyable experience. I look forward to staying here again in the future."
★★★★★
2026-07-06
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Guest User

Couple
A1 Kynaston Self Catering or Bed and Breakfast ★★★
"Awesome views and very spacious. Sharon was a great host and even offered to service the apartment everyday. It's not beachfront but close enough to the beaches by car. Also has a swimming pool. Would use again."
★★★★★
2024-03-11

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Number of reviews

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342

Weekday Avg. Price

PHP 10,904

Weekend Avg. Price

PHP 10,882

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