African Sun Guest House is situated on the border of George, on the Outeniqua Country Hop Route offering you a farm e...
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Farmlands Bed and Breakfast is a charming farm retreat with beautiful gardens. Located close to town, Fancourt Hotel,...
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The Guesthouse has a Spacious Honeymoon Suite with Mountain views, Three Large Luxury Rooms, one with a view.
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Natural materials and textures in neutral earthy tones complement the architectural style of the Dutton's Cove Guest ...
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Five en-suite double rooms and one honeymoon en-suite room offers stylish accommodation to any traveller. All rooms c...
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The four luxury, en-suite rooms are available on B&B basis or four of the suites on S/C basis, if you prefer that opt...
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At the foot of the majestic Outeniqua Mountains Ben and Lieneke Emmink recently openend their guest house INN VICTORI...
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Tantivvey Country Guest House is set among strawberry and dairy farms, far from the madding crowd yet within a few mi...
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Accommodation: We have 24 spacious, well appointed non-smoking en suite guest rooms with the option of either twin, ...
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Welcome to Heriot Manor, a peaceful haven tucked away inside the town of George. A beautiful, secluded setting, old w...
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George Lodge International is very centrally located in Breakfast and wifi complimentary, each room has own decoder w...
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After a good night of sleep in one of our comfortable classic, deluxe rooms, you will awaken feeling fresh and ready ...
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Enjoy a sundowner while soaking in the serene atmosphere or cool off after a long day on the golf course in our swimm...
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Lavender Lane is a beautiful, newly renovated self-catering cottage in the quiet residential suburb of Loerie Park in...
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It is hard to imagine a finer setting for a guest house than at the foot of the majestic Outeniqua Mountains, close t...
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This beautiful Garden Route country lodge, with majestic oaks and sprawling lawns, is conveniently situated only thre...
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Outeniqua EnRoute Guesthouse is situated in George in the Western Cape Region, 3km from the Outeniqua Pass. Close to ...
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We are a 4 star establishment, walking distance to exceptional restaurants. We offer air-conditioned rooms, satellite...
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Maitland Meander is situated on a large property in the lush, leafy suburb of Blanco on the outskirts of George. Only...
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There are 5 rooms to choose from.Four of the rooms are north facing and spacious. The 4th room is smaller, but equipe...
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This listed Cape Georgian house (circa 1861) is sympathetically restored as a boutique B&B, targeting guests with an ...
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*Our non-smoking double bedrooms are beautifully decorated and comfortable. Each has its own en-suite bathroom and pr...
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Our 6 on suite rooms offer comfortable accommodation for local and overseas guests alike. We serve a full hearty brea...
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7 en-suite bedrooms, surrounded by a private garden with sparkling pool, open lounge - eating - braai area. We offer ...
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InstantIn the southern region of South Africa between 600 and 500 million years ago, hot magma forced its way to the surface and over time, hardened to form granite. The city of George lies on this hard rock in one of the most scenic parts of the country known as the Garden Route.
George is the largest city along this route and a golfing paradise where South Africa’s top rated golf course is located. With leading academic institutions in the city, major retail facilities and a domestic airport, George is a busy business hub for the region and a convenient stopover for travel between the Cape Town and Port Elizabeth port cities.
A stay in George affords the visitor the opportunity to explore the city’s rich heritage, the slave tree, interesting museums and architecture, and to breathe in fresh country air in a city surrounded by the stunningly beautiful Outeniqua Mountain range.
Top 8 reasons to visit George
1. Golfers have a choice of teeing up at many fine golf courses in George, 3 alone at the premier Fancourt resort – the Links, Montagu and Outeniqua courses. Others nearby are the George Golf Club and the Sally Little course situated in the Kingswood Golf Estate.
2. The forested area around George is hiking heaven. The George Peak trail consists of a steep hike through patches of thick forest and pristine fynbos before reaching the peak at 1330m above sea level. Look out for the rare silver Mimetes flower found here.
3. Shop at the Garden Route Mall to pick up supplies or gifts and curios for family and friends. The mall has well over 100 stores to browse along with a food court and movie centre.
4. Travel to the tiny village of Herold between George and Oudtshoorn. Sections of the original village still remain, including a blacksmith shop. Visit Herald Wines, one of the highest vineyards in the Western Cape, for a wine tasting and enlightening cellar tour.
5. For best mountain and sea views, opt for a tandem paragliding flight offered by various qualified operators. Make a booking through the George Information Centre.
6. Take a day trip to Victoria Bay to swim at the marvellous beach, surf in the designated areas or fish off the jetty. Dolphins and whales are regularly seen from Vic Bay’s sloping grass embankment above the beach.
7. George is home to the largest hedge maze in the southern hemisphere. The 10000m maze is situated on the Redberry Farm and includes a 25m underground tunnel where visitors are challenged to pass through without a torch.
8. Take a trip on the Outeniqua Power Van that runs along an old railway line through the Outeniqua Mountains. This eco-friendly van is a unique way to experience travel through a scenic mountainous section, thick with vegetation.
Transport
The George Airport is stationed 8km outside the city. Several car rental agencies are based in George and at the airport to hire a vehicle, or you could order a rental online. There are a number of metered taxi companies in George. Shuttle service operators transport visitors between George, the airport and nearby Garden Route towns.
Did you know?
The 2003 President’s Cup was played on the Links course at Fancourt and ended in an unprecedented tie when, after 34 matches and 3 sudden death playoff holes, the teams could not be separated by nightfall.
Since the 1770s, the forests around George were steadily chopped down due to the great demand for wood from Dutch and British colonists in the Cape. It was over a hundred years later that the French Count of Vasselot, Médéric, came up with a system of successfully managing the forests, probably the first attempt at conservation in the country.
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.
