Marula Lodge Guesthouse is an art lover's haven near the Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. Explore the on-site art gallery, tee off at the 9-hole golf course, or simply unwind in the garden. With free WiFi, a shopping mall and multilingual staff nearby Bukkenburg Pottery Studio and Swellendam Golf Course.
111 Voortrek Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740
What's nearby
Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Swellendam Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Bukkenburg Pottery Studio - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Drostdy Museum - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Swellendam Hiking Trail - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 129 min drive
Restaurants
Tredici - 11 min walk
Republic of Swellendam - 2 min drive
De Vagebond Restaurant - 5 min walk
Checkers - 13 min walk
Grace + Merci - 20 min walk
About this property
Marula Lodge Guesthouse
Adjacent to a golf course, Marula Lodge Guesthouse is a great choice for a stay in Swellendam. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and mountain biking are nearby. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily until 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
Children (6 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Designated smoking areas
LOB_HOTELS
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Wildlife viewing nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
Art gallery on site
Shopping mall on site
Bicycle parking
Vegetarian dining options
100% renewable energy
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
No plastic drinking straws
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
MONETIZATION_ON
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 150 per person
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Also known as
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HELP_OUTLINE
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Marula Lodge Guesthouse?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Marula Lodge Guesthouse?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Marula Lodge Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Marula Lodge Guesthouse and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. Additional recreation nearby includes game viewing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Marula Lodge Guesthouse like?
Marula Lodge Guesthouse is in the heart of Swellendam, a short 19-minute walk from Swellendam Golf Course and 14 minutes' walk from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam.
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Marula Lodge Guesthouse Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2025
Lovely place to spend a night or two to get to know Swellendam and its beautiful surroundings.
Johannes
Johannes, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2023
Excellent location and property.
Enjoyed our stay
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
The backyard and pool area were beautiful. Staff friendly and helpful. Restaurant beside the guesthouse was delicious.
Caren
Caren, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Excellent service
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
Value for money
Space was generous & clean. Good value and very hospitable owner was super friendly even with our late check-in.
Will definitely visit again.
Frances
Frances, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 1, 2024
Very nice, great host, room is a little small
Antien
Antien, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 26, 2023
Very nice find… beautiful stay save for no AC … ceiling fan but still extremely hot even with windows open. I am normally cold. And this room was really hot!
Still a great place for sleeping and relaxing. Breakfast was definitely excellent. I’d stay again.
tamara
tamara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Seht schöne, gut gelegene Unterkunft mit hervorragendem Frühstück. Der Gastgeber ist ausserordentlich freundlich und gibt wertvolle Tipps.
Fridolin
Fridolin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2025
Suzanna
Suzanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Luciana
Luciana, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 7, 2024
Arran
Arran, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2024
P.
P., 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2024
JONGAM
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2023
Henri
Henri, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2023
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2023
Wir haben uns in der Marula Lodge sehr wohl gefühlt. Wir wurden herzlich vom deutschsprachigen Gastgeber empfangen, der uns zahlreiche Tipps und Informationen für unsere Weiterreise auf der Garden Route gegeben hat.
Die Unterkunft ist sehr liebevoll gepflegt mit einem schönen großen Garten inklusive Pool und Grillstelle. Die Zimmer sind sehr detailliert und liebevoll eingerichtet und mit allem ausgestattet, was man benötigt.
Das Frühstück war sehr reichhaltig und wir haben uns rundum wohl gefühlt.
Josefin
Josefin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 30, 2023
Sehr schöne gepflegte Anlage mit tollem Garten. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen und erhielten eine Vielzahl an Tpps fürs Abendessen und Aktivitäten in der Umgebung! Wir kommen gerne wieder!
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2023
Thorsten
Thorsten, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 13, 2022
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2021
Shaun
Shaun, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 11, 2021
Wonderful stay
It was a very pleasant stay. The host was very friendly and helpful
Devalingum
Devalingum, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2021
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 15, 2020
Wunderschöne Gartenanlage. Grosser Pool. Freundlicher Service.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2020
Sehr schönes und gepflegtes Guesthouse mit wunderschönem Garten. Sehr gutes Frühstück und freundliche Gastgeberin