The 30 best Guest Houses in Bloemfontein, Free State Province

Bloemfontein Reviews

Berenice Venter

02 January 2019

The malls in Bloemfontein.

Fabulous. 4 out of 5

indrajit guha

27 December 2018

Nature

Fabulous. 4 out of 5

Msutu Mbali

05 December 2018

It wasn't packed like all the times I normally go there (Macufe) time.

Superb. 5 out of 5

Dawie de Beer

04 September 2018

The friendliness of the people everywhere.

Superb. 5 out of 5

Shelley Sardinha

27 August 2018

Friendly people. Haven't been to Bloemfontein in forever and it has grown but not lost the small town feel.

Superb. 5 out of 5

Van Aardt Greyling

19 August 2018

Alles is naby!!!

Superb. 5 out of 5

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More info about Bloemfontein

Despite being outside of the top 10 largest cities in South Africa, Bloemfontein is nonetheless one of the most important in the country. Bloemfontein is South Africa’s judicial capital and the capital of the Free State Province. The city lies almost in the centre of the country and is a regular layover for those travelling between Johannesburg and the coastal cities of Cape Town, Port Elizabeth and East London.

Typical of all cities, Bloemfontein has its share of schools, parks, business centres, contemporary malls, an efficient transport system and recreational facilities, however, much of the city’s historic architecture has been retained and a great deal of emphasis placed on greening the city.

Aside from the top legal minds resident in Bloemfontein, the city is also an academic hub with the country’s top-ranked school and one of the finest universities located here. It’s a cultured place where those who live here appreciate the sandstone buildings, the clean... Show more

Top 8 reasons to visit Bloemfontein

1. Download a Bloemfontein street guide and explore the town on foot to see the unusual twin-spired church, the city hall, the supreme court of appeal and the many monuments. Stroll through the parks and stop off at Loch Logan Waterfront for a meal overlooking the lake.

2. The Bloemfontein National Museum is worth visiting if only to see the African Cultures exhibition in the anthropology hall. The museum has lighting for the sight-impaired, lifts for wheelchair access and touch exhibits for the blind.

3. Visit the Lamont-Hussey Observatory on Naval Hill, once owned by Michigan University in the USA and now a theatre venue. The observatory was opened in 1928 and built to observe double (binary) stars of which thousands were discovered.

4. The Bloemfontein Zoo has moved to larger premises and houses various indigenous and exotic species of animal in gardened surroundings. The zoo is a participant in a white lion breeding programme to ensure the survival of this unique gene.

5. The Windmill Casino and Entertainment Centre offers fun activities for the family. The centre features a 12-lane ten pin bowling alley, children’s game centre and health spa. Karaoke evenings take place every Thursday.

6. Take a 1-hour guided tour of Cheetah Experience, a big cat centre founded primarily to breed and release cheetahs. The facility has a variety of cats including lion, leopard and panther, and the centre strives to educate the public on the plight of these animals.

7. The Maselspoort Resort and Conference Centre is a short drive out of town to enjoy a day along the Modder River banks either swimming or canoeing, and also a popular spot for fishing. The resort has several swimming pools, mini golf, a 4x4 fun route and other family entertainment. Large grassed sections are ideal for picnics.

8. Bloemfontein is rugby country and Saturday afternoons grind to a standstill when the city’s cherished Cheetahs rugby team take to the field. Get your host to invite you to a live game or find a festive venue to join the locals watch a televised away game.

Transport

The city has its own international airport called the Bram Fischer (Bloemfontein) International Airport. There are several car rental companies both at the airport and in the city centre, otherwise order your rental online. Metered taxi operators are available throughout the city and Uber intends to begin operating here in the near future. Main bus liners servicing the Johannesburg-Cape Town route stop off in Bloemfontein.

Did you know?

In the 1880s, a train trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein (1000km) would take 10 days. This could also depend on the state of rivers, sleepers and railway lines. Often, carriages would be placed on either end of a swollen river and the passengers transported via a river pont to continue their journey.

Author JRR Tolkien, best known for the Lord of the Rings novel, was born in Bloemfontein in 1892 before his family left the country when he was 3 years old, however, we still claim him as one of ours.

Another author, Rudyard Kipling, helped to start a newspaper in Bloemfontein called The Friend, its readership directed at British troops stationed here during the South African War.

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About Guest Houses

For a more down to earth experience there are guest houses. Less expensive than hotels, they offer a more homey environment, as well as more privacy. Converted from a private house it’s a much gentler environment and for those with furry friends, there are also pet friendly options. They are usually well situated with shops and places of interest nearby. Being so small it offers a much more personal and intimate attention to it’s upkeep, leaving you with a more polished and homely experience.

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Bloemfontein Reviews

Berenice Venter

152 Guest Houses in Bloemfontein. Enter dates to see full pricing and availability:

Apartments, Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses, Self Catering in Groenvlei, Bloemfontein

R895

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Universitas, Bloemfontein

R480

Apartments, Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses, Self Catering in Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein

R800

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Bloemfontein

R800

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Westdene, Bloemfontein

R600

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Bayswater, Bloemfontein

R900

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Universitas, Bloemfontein

R410

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses, Self Catering in Bloemfontein

R790

Guest Houses in Ehrlichpark, Bloemfontein

R552

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Universitas, Bloemfontein

R800

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Bloemfontein

R312

Guest Houses, Villas in Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein

R800

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Bloemfontein

R250

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Bloemfontein

R890

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses, Guest Lodge in Universitas, Bloemfontein

R780

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Waverly, Bloemfontein

R800

Bed and Breakfast, Boutique Hotels, Guest Houses, Hotels in Groenvlei, Bloemfontein

R850

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Bloemfontein

R620

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Universitas Ridge, Bloemfontein

R550

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Fichardtpark, Bloemfontein

R370

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Bloemfontein

R620

Bed and Breakfast, Boutique Hotels, Guest Houses, Hotels in Bayswater, Bloemfontein

R1390

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Universitas, Bloemfontein

R725

Guest Houses in Bayswater, Bloemfontein

R590

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Fichardtpark, Bloemfontein

R600

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses, Self Catering in Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein

R425

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses, Guest Lodge, Self Catering in Bloemfontein

R790

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Fleurdal, Bloemfontein

R699

Guest Houses in Fichardtpark, Bloemfontein

R650

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Brandwag, Bloemfontein

R598

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses, Guest Lodge in Bloemfontein

R690

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Bloemfontein

R730

Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses in Bloemfontein

R520

Guest Houses in Brandwag, Bloemfontein

R690

Guest Houses, Guest Lodge, Self Catering in Bloemfontein

R575

Guest Houses, Self Catering in Bloemfontein