De Akker Guest House

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.5

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: De Akker Guest House in Bloemfontein offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a fitness centre, garden, and outdoor fireplace. Additional amenities include a hot tub, coffee machine, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A buffet breakfast with full English or Irish options is served daily. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, and cheese. Prime Location: Located 11 km from Bram Fischer International Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Gallery On Leviseur Bloemfontein (18-minute walk) and National Museum Bloemfontein (2 km). Highly rated for staff and service support.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • 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

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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

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Guests who stayed here loved

Barend
South Africa South Africa
“The staff was excellent and the facility was great.”
Kele
South Africa South Africa
“everything from the moment we arrived. easy access warm welcome from the receptionist, breakfast.”
Vannessa
South Africa South Africa
“Incredible hospitality by Antoinette and all the staff. Room had everything you need of excellent quality. Breakfast was delicious and we were accommodated with early breakfast. Will definitely recommend! Thank you for a wonderful experience and...”
Juanita
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Sam was very friendly greeting us with warmth and hospitality. Moved to a different room as I am not very mobile and relocated as to a bottom floor bedroom. The service is excellent had a great night sleep. Sam is a great host and very helpful....”
Amanda
South Africa South Africa
“The extra care in ensuring my comfort after my surgery. They arranged for my breakfast to be sent to my room and the Hostess came to check on us and rendered her expert advice as a former nurse.”
Kanja
South Africa South Africa
“Spacious rooms, kind staff, nice breakfast, good location. The guest house is near the university and the mall, which was convenient for us.”
Amanda
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was excellent, and prepared and served with care. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable.”
Penxa
South Africa South Africa
“Location was fine I didn't eat breakfast because I had my own food”
Blakewood
South Africa South Africa
“Staff was very helpful and kind, place was clean and easy to check in and out of.”
Ayandadhlamini06
South Africa South Africa
“Everything about the place is absolutely fantastic, the staff, the establishment itself is clean and beautiful and very comfortable. The breakfast is delicious. It's a home away from home will definitely come back when in Bloemfontein again.”

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

Company review score: 9.5Based on 779 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

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 information

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.

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

Facilities of De Akker Guest House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • 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

House rules

De Akker Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 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 option.
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
Cot upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform De Akker Guest House 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.

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

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.