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Eight Bells Mountain Inn

Property class: 4

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You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Eight Bells Mountain Inn. Active travelers can enjoy racquetball/squash, hiking/biking, and horseback riding at this hotel. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Oak Room Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is AED 476
AED 550 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep

Room options

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View all photos for Double/Twin Room - Palm Court

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a red armchair, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double/Twin Room - Palm Court

  • Mountain view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Unit - Palm Court

A hotel room with a large bed, two side tables, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Family Unit - Palm Court

  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double/Twin Rondavels

A double room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, white linens, and towels. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a wall clock, and framed pictures.

Double/Twin Rondavels

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (Swiss Village)

A wooden cabin room with a bed, pillows, and a view of a forest and mountains through open doors.

Family Room (Swiss Village)

  • Mountain view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Rooms - Rose Court

A double bed with white and grey bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, floral curtains, and a window with a view of greenery.

Twin Rooms - Rose Court

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Unit - Rose Court (Double/Twin)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and large windows with curtains.

Family Unit - Rose Court (Double/Twin)

  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin)

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins

A log cabin-style bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a framed picture, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Triple Room (Pool Terrace )

A hotel room with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a telephone, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Triple Room (Pool Terrace )

  • 34 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

BUNGALOW STANDARD

  • Sleeps 9
  • Free WiFi

CHALET STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Ruiterbos, Eight Bells Mountain Inn is in a rural area and in the mountains. Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hartenbos Seefront and The Shark Lab. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Ruiterbos travel guide
Map
Foot of Robinson Pass, On R328, Garden Route, Ruiterbos, Western Cape, 6500

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a coastal landscape with a river and buildings.
    Diaz Beach
    39 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Hartenbos Seefront
    39 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
    44 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort
    48 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
    50 min drive - 44.9 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lilliput
    18 min drive
  • Sonop Farm & Road Stall
    11 min drive
  • Boerqi Bistro
    11 min walk

About this property

Eight Bells Mountain Inn

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel in the mountains
  • You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Eight Bells Mountain Inn. Active travelers can enjoy racquetball/squash, hiking/biking, and horseback riding at this hotel. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Oak Room Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • An outdoor tennis court, RV/bus/truck parking, and an area shuttle
    • Supervised childcare (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and 1 meeting room
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Eight Bells Mountain Inn boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Children's books, childcare services, and free infant beds
    • Shared bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Oak Room Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Separate bedroom
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Does Eight Bells Mountain Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

As of 20 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eight Bells Mountain Inn on 16 September 2026 start from AED 476, 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.

Is Eight Bells Mountain Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Eight Bells Mountain Inn located?

This family-friendly Ruiterbos hotel is located in the mountains, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Hartenbos Seefront and Langeberg Mall are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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