The 10 best hotels in Prince Albert Municipality, South Africa

We would like to introduce you to our child, wheelchair & pet friendly 4 Star, AA Superior Self-Catering Accommodation. Luxurious yet married with “home from home" comforts, magnificent views overlooking the Swartberg Mountains yet within safe & easy walking distance into the village of Prince Albert only 350m away in the Karoo, Western Cape of South Africa & only 2 hours from the Garden Route. If you are dreaming of wide open vistas, spectacular views, peace, tranquility, sun rises, sun sets & clear starry nights, birding, nature, cycling, hiking or biking we would love to share our special Karoo View Cottages & 3 Bedroom Guest House with you. Our complimentary Home Comforts include the following for our guest’s convenience: • * Welcome sherry & gift pack including interesting information of what there is to see & do in the area • * Health breakfast supplies; 2 cereals, home baked Muesli & Rusks, fresh farm milk, assortment of tea & coffee including coffee grounds for plungers & mocha pots – all replenished daily • * Kitchens stocked with; salt, pepper, toothpicks, biodegradable detergent, spray n cook, serviettes & paper towels, dishwashing swabs & towels, emergency lamps • * Bathroom amenities including Shampoo, Conditioner, Hand Wash, Body Lotion, Soap, Mosquito repellent & Lotions as well as special Bathroom Emergency Pack, Hair dryer, Coat hangers • * Daily servicing & replenishing of the above at no additional cost • * Free self-service laundry including biodegradable detergent & car, cycle or bike washing or alternatively 1 of our friendly staff will gladly do at a nominal cost • * Indoor fireplaces of cottages & House are stocked with firewood & blitz – during the winter months • * Outdoor braai areas stocked with firewood & blitz – all replenished daily • * Unlimited WiFi at no cost. Excellent Cell phone reception • * DSTV Hospitality package including all Sports Channels • * Air-conditioners with heating & cooling in all 4 cottages, 3 bedrooms of House including kitchen • * Wall Heaters in all 4 cottage bathrooms • * Complimentary herbs & vegetables from our organic tunnel, season dependent, please check first • * We will gladly do grocery or refreshment shopping for ease of convenience upon arrival • * Guests are welcome to use our 2 Mountain Bikes at no additional cost Cottages and House are fully equipped with the following: • * Choice of EL King or EL single beds / Twins – Cottages. Double beds & Single beds - House • * En-suite bathrooms with either a bath & Twin Vanities or Walk in Shower • * Poly Cotton Percale Bed linen, 100% Cotton Throws, all weather Duvet & Pillow Inners, Electric Blankets • * Bath Sheets, Hand Towels, Swimming Towels, Mossie nets, Bath Robes, Hair Dryers, Trigger Showers, Electric Shaver points • * Full sized fully equipped kitchens; 4 plate hobs & ovens, microwaves, kettles, toasters, snack which makers including everything to “cook up a storm”, no need to bring anything • * Safe, secure undercover off street parking at cottage front doors & close to the house • * Plunge pool for cottages & private pool at the House Guests are welcome in the cottages for 1 night or more & even though we do prefer a minimum of a 2 night stay in the house we try to be flexible at the time depending on other bookings Children of all ages are welcome Socialised pets allowed by prior arrangement 2 Cottages endorsed for being Wheel-chair friendly, including an off road wheelchair path to the boma 2 Cottages are side by side with double inter-leading doors for convenience for families & friends sharing Braai baskets are available to order prior to arrival at an additional cost Description of our 4 spacious modern fully equipped Karoo cottages: Each of the 4 Cottages are 72sqm with double volume reed ceilings & open plan sleeping, living & dining area in keeping with the Karoo & allowing for the magnificent views from inside & out En-suite bathrooms Full sized fully equipped kitchens Private Stoeps, which lead down into the natural Karoo Gardens Private Entrances Safe secure undercover off street parking at the front doors Description of our Karoo View House: The open plan layout of the house boasts beautiful double volume natural reed ceilings throughout, thus being cool in summer and warm in winter, mock sash windows providing beautiful views in every direction & with North & South facing stoeps which lead off the main living areas. Fully equipped large open plan Kitchen: Smeg 5 Plate gas stove & electric oven, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine, coffee plunger Large fridge with freezer capacity, ice trays, filtered water on-tap & stand-alone water filter Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Crockery, glassware, cutlery, pots, pans, egg boiler, blender, hot tray etc Emergency basket, recycle bins, thus providing all your “home from home” comforts for entertaining Air Conditioner & Hot Art fireplace Bedroom 1: Sleeps 3 Double bed & single bed Lounge area in front of large log fireplace Air-con with remote heating & cooling En-suite bathroom with large walk-in “his & hers” shower, double travertine vanities, wall heater, trigger shower, int. shaver point, leads out to private outdoor shower & garden Walk-in dressing room Opens onto north facing stoep with endless views over the Karoo plains Bedroom 2: Sleeps 3 Double bed & single bed in loft Sitting area in front of log fireplace Air-con with remote heating & cooling En-suite bathroom with shower Leads onto north facing stoep with endless views over the Karoo plains Bedroom No 3: / Private Stoep Suite is 50sqm & sleeps 1 - 5: Private outside entrance offering a spacious en-suite bedroom with beautiful double volume natural reed ceilings thus being cool in summer and warm in winter and mock sash windows providing beautiful views Double bed & single bed & vanity Double STD sleeper couch in living area Air-con with remote heating & cooling En-suite fully tiled bathroom with walk-in shower & bath Including 50sqm south facing enclosed stoep, with lounge & dining areas & large sliding glass windows with magical views overlooking the village of Prince Albert & the Swartberg – same views as cottages Fully equipped self-catering Kitchenette with fridge & freezer, convection microwave, mini oven, 2 plate cooker & induction plate, coffee plunger, toaster, egg boiler, wok, webber braai, crockery, cutlery, glassware, pots & pans, braai grids & tongs Private outdoor braai area North Stoep: Measures 50sqm, overlooks the natural Karoo plains for 100km’s, built-in braai, bar area, pool, enclosed private garden, dining area & lounge area. South Stoep: Measures 50sqm, overlooks the village of Prince Albert & the Swartberg, relaxing lounge area Parking & Security: Safe, covered, off street parking close to the house Property is fully fenced & the house has an alarm with 24 hour arm response Julie & Richard Waterston KAROO VIEW - PRINCE ALBERT – CENTRAL KAROO - WESTERN CAPE – SOUTH AFRICA Look forward to welcoming you to share & experience our True Karoo Destination - Karoo View “the name says it all” In the middle of nowhere, close to everywhere

Mont d'Or Swartberg Hotel is a charming four-star (TGCSA) Victorian hotel, situated in the heart of our quaint Karoo village, Prince Albert. Established as a hotel in 1864, the Swartberg is now one of 19 national monuments in the village and is still the only hotel in Prince Albert today. A national monument with over 150 years of history, the Swartberg Hotel offers comfort, outstanding rural hospitality and great local food to guests from all over the world. Situated at the very heart of the small town of Prince Albert, it’s the perfect place to enjoy the vast open expanses of the Karoo's breathtaking natural beauty and a night sky filled with stars so bright you’ll have to see them for yourself to believe us.

The Sanctuary is a luxury 5 room boutique hotel nestled on the foothills of the majestic Swartberg mountain range on the southern edge of the Great Karoo. A moderate two hour drive from the coastal city of George, the town of Prince Albert has an arid climate and the landscape stark but breathtaking in a unique Karoo way. We are located in the main street within walking distance of shops, restaurants, art galleries and a museum. We offer secure off street parking and a large (10m x 6m) sparkling seawater pool. Activities of the town to sample include hiking and rock climbing in the Swartberg mountains, cycling, yoga classes, cooking classes, and horse riding. Be aware though, that the weather on the mountain can be unpredictable so bring something warm with, even in summer.

A Luxury Karoo Guest Farm in Prince Albert We offer our guests the opportunity to enjoy the peace and quiet of the Karoo in five-star luxury. Our establishment’s unique location allows visitors spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and a “farm” feel practically in the quaint hamlet of Prince Albert. Mirtehof is perfectly located on the edge of town. Guests wake up to the relaxed ambience of a small working farm, with beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, especially from the stoep. Breakfast is an authentic local affair, enhanced by what is crispy, fresh and tasty from our garden. The Garden had to evoke a feeling of abundance, with beautiful colours, textures and aromas to satisfy the sense Whether you unwind on the stoep, take a walk to visit our donkeys or enjoy some breathtaking birding, there’s always something to do. Mirtehof is also a great base to explore the town and surroundings with an abundance of activities and experiences just waiting to be discovered.

The De Bergkant Lodge is a historical Cape Dutch Guest House located in the beautiful, historical town of Prince Albert at the foot of the dramatic Swartberg mountains in the Great Karoo. The De Bergkant Lodge offers their guests four Deluxe Suites with lounge, bedroom and en suite bathroom, and five equally well-appointed Deluxe Double Rooms with en suite bathroom. All rooms have ceiling fans, air-conditioning, tea- and coffee facilities, TV (with DStv) and most have under-floor heating. All the bathrooms have our famous double showers, Victorian baths and under-floor heating for chilly winter days (which occur just occasionally). Fluffy cotton towels ensure that you feel pampered. All beds are either twin- or king size. Our linen is 100% pure cotton. Breakfast for our guests is served either inside in our poolside dining room or on the terrace in the garden beneath the trees. Much of our fare on our breakfast buffet comes from the village and local farms in and around Prince Albert. Prince Albert is famous for its delicious fruits and the milk, yoghurt and prize-winning cheeses from Gay's Guernsey Dairy. Guests will enjoy at the De Bergkant Lodge a breakfast which is a delight in taste and presentation. The secluded gardens boast two large saltwater swimming pools: a 15m pool surrounded by verdant lawns and a 10m walled, private pool. We also offer a sauna and steam bath and hidden in a private garden you will find a small "star" bath.

Our historic property is located in the centre of Prince Albert. The guest rooms, suites and cottages are all furnished with antique & vintage furniture. Guests have access to a beautiful garden & swimming pool. Our rooms are cooled in summer and heated in winter. There are 2 self-catering cottages with wood-burning stoves and a shared swimming pool. The gardens provide shaded or sunny spots for sun-bathing.

Karoo Lodge Bed & Breakfast, Prince Albert, is situated Town Central and surrounded by a hectare (2.5 acres) of lush and tranquil garden with various established Grape Vines, Fruit - and Pecan Nut trees...more than 150 "Old World" fragrant rose bushes....Free WiFi.....Free onsite parking..... Free Breakfast.....Cool swimming pool......Four spacious (45sq m) suites with Lounge Area/Separate Dressing Area... Bathroom with separate shower and bath... Private Entrances off the garden.... One Standard Suite (30sqm) Bathroom with separate shower and bath. Separate Toilet....Private entrance off Pool Deck....All Suites with...Private Deck......King Bed/Twin Bed option...... Modern silent Air Conditioner and Ceiling Fan...... Coffee/tea making facilities......Under-counter Bar Fridge.(not stocked)......International Electric Plug Points....... Hotel Boutique TV Chanels including sport channels....Individual Solar/Electric Hot Water Supply. Fully Licensed in-house Restaurant and Cocktail Bar "At 66".....Serving...Karoo, Cape Traditional and Cape Malay (Halal) Cuisine..... Wide Estate Wine selection from Local, Little Karoo and Breede River Valley....Manicures by professionally trained personnel

Four private cottages, sleeping a total of up to 12 people, are available as self-catering units. Each cottage offers: luxurious en-suite bathrooms with towels, shower-gel and shampoo; bedrooms with 100% cotton percale linen; kitchenettes fully equipped for all catering needs and rusks, tea and coffee are supplied free of charge; barbecue/braai areas; private splash pools; secure off-street parking for vehicles, bikes, trailers.