At Gaikou Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Drostdy Museum and Bukkenburg Pottery Studio. Highlights at this B&B include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a terrace. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Swellendam B&B, you'll be 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Swellendam Golf Course.
Upscale bed & breakfast with free breakfast and business centre
WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available daily. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Gaikou Lodge. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Swellendam bed & breakfast.
1 floor
12 guestrooms or units
Conference rooms
Buffet breakfast (free)
Business facilities
Coffee in lobby
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Wedding services available
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Smoking in designated areas
Gaikou Lodge offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. This Swellendam bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Fishing
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
DVD player
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Floor
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels
Entertainment
DVD player
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gaikou Lodge
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and midnight
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Gaikou Lodge?
Yep, Gaikou Lodge has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Gaikou Lodge?
As of 18 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaikou Lodge on 26 May 2024 start from AU$158.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Gaikou Lodge have a pool?
Gaikou Lodge has an outdoor pool.
Does Gaikou Lodge serve breakfast?
Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gaikou Lodge?
No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at Gaikou Lodge?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at Gaikou Lodge?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
Gaikou Lodge Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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I wish I could have stayed longer, what an amazing place, from the surrounds to the room, I have three words, amazing, simply amazing. To date, the best place I have stayed on my travels. Will definitely come back. Thank you for the beautiful stay.
Great location, situated in extensive grounds with mountain views. Comfortable and modern rooms with patio/verandah. Excellent attentive and hospitable staff. Superb breakfast. It was all good, would highly recommend.