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AppleBee Guest Cottages

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel in Makhanda with free parking

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Comfort Cottage | Living area
Comfort Cottage | Garden view
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Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Economy Studio | Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr

Explore the area

Map
5 Harrismith Street, West Hill, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139
  • Diocesan School for Girls
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Rhodes University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Settlers Garden 1820
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Economy Studio

Economy Studio

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Cottage

Comfort Cottage

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Makhanda

At AppleBee Guest Cottages you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of St Andrew's College and Diocesan School for Girls. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Makhanda hotel include Amazwi South African Museum of Literature and International Library of African Music.

What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Diocesan School for Girls - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rhodes University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Highlander - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Major Fraser's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Botanic Gardens Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬12 min walk

About this property

AppleBee Guest Cottages

Suburban hotel in Makhanda with free parking
As a guest of AppleBee Guest Cottages, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. AppleBee Guest Cottages also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Makhanda hotel is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
AppleBee Guest Cottages offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Makhanda hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 39-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 per person

Things to do

  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 900 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per day

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

AppleBee Guest Cottages Apartment Grahamstown
AppleBee Guest Cottages Apartment
AppleBee Guest Cottages Grahamstown
AppleBee Cottages Apartment
AppleBee Guest Cottages Hotel
AppleBee Guest Cottages Makhanda
AppleBee Guest Cottages Hotel Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at AppleBee Guest Cottages?

Yep, AppleBee Guest Cottages has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at AppleBee Guest Cottages?

As of 29 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AppleBee Guest Cottages on 29 Apr 2025 start from NZ$117.22, excluding 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.

Are there any beaches close to AppleBee Guest Cottages?

The closest beach to AppleBee Guest Cottages is Kenton on Sea Beach (45 km).

Does AppleBee Guest Cottages have a pool?

AppleBee Guest Cottages has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes AppleBee Guest Cottages a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at AppleBee Guest Cottages.

Does AppleBee Guest Cottages serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at AppleBee Guest Cottages?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at AppleBee Guest Cottages?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

AppleBee Guest Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place
All was better than expected, I will stay there again any day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very nice spacious apartment with excellent facilities, clean linens and great kitchen. Room for parking; It could be a little chilly at times, but other than that it was ideal for my needs.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

JOHANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect sanctuary after allday driving.
The place is clean. The owner added a personal touch and was friendly and helpful. It is secure and quiet. The price is affordable and booking was quick and easy. I will use it everytime I am in town and will recommend it to anyone travelling to Grahamstown.. It is near the university and the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

capepamela, South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our Christmas Inn
No livestock or manger to be seen, but we came less than an hour after a last minute booking and were welcomed graciously, despite arriving near midnight on Christmas Eve. Beautiful little flat, well maintained and clean, gated parking and a lovely hostess. Stocked well with a continental breakfast, which we enjoyed at midnight and again in the morning... we’d not found any shops or restaurants for dinner due to the holiday.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Martine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôte très agréable et belle piscine Mais la pluie était au rendez vous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022