5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Nice small town with a good vibe in a beautiful setting at the foot of the mountains. Loved it so much stayed on the return trip along the garden route.
Swellendam
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Aan de Oever Guesthouse
21 Faure street, 21, Swellendam, Western Cape
The price is AED 226 per night from May 22 to May 23
AED 226
AED 260 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4-star golf guesthouse in Swellendam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Drostdy Museum and Bukkenburg ...
Excellent location
"Beautiful setting, views were great from our Fish Eagle loft. Walking distance to museums, restaurants and the little town centre. Short drive to farms and nature reserve."
Reviewed on 5 December 2020
Swellendam Country Lodge
237 Voortrek Street, Swellendam, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star golf guesthouse in Swellendam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Railton Library and Swellendam Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"Thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay. Very welcoming hosts. Excellent cottage with a cute pool with sun beds. Lovely breakfast on the veranda. Would not hesitate to recommend this lovely place. Wonderful restaurants mearby"
Reviewed on 27 March 2025
Rothman Manor Guest House
268 Voortrek Street, Swellendam, Western Cape
The price is AED 258 per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
AED 258
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury guesthouse in Swellendam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Railton Library and Swellendam ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"Beautiful, quaint and private boutique hotel close to a nice restaurant. The breakfast was included with a buffet and a la carte choices. Would highly recommend."
Reviewed on 4 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Kwetu Guest Farm
Buffeljagsrivier, Swellendam, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Swellendam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Bontebok National Park and Drostdy Museum are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
"Excellent place to view limited game, the giraffes were brilliant! Great, friendly host. We would definitely stay again if in the area."
Reviewed on 12 November 2024
A Riverbed Guesthouse
7 River Lane, Swellendam, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Swellendam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Drostdy Museum and Bukkenburg Pottery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
Beautiful stay!
"Amazing hospitality from Melani! Perfect escape for relaxation and getting in touch with nature. Our rooms were modern and well equipped with stunning views of the mountains. There was access to hiking trails directly from the property. We really enjoyed walking into town and lazing around the heated ..."
Reviewed on 18 April 2025
Arumvale Country House
7 South Hermitage Road, Hermitage Valley, Swellendam, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Swellendam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Swellendam Golf Course and Swellendam ...
9/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
Lovely charming place for a couple or small family
"Lovely people and charming place. Could help self to vegetables in the garden or even the eggs from the chickens for breakfast which was a hit with the kids. Only drawback was that it was a bit of a squash, we should have booked a third room. The rooms are called “two bedroom” but they are actually ..."
Reviewed on 28 December 2019
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Bontebok National Park
4.5/5(3 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Bontebok National Park, a lovely green space in Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Drostdy Museum
4.5/5(2 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Drostdy Museum during your trip to Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
You can find out about the history of Swellendam with a stop at Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Swellendam Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Swellendam at Swellendam Golf Course. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Bukkenburg Pottery Studio
4/5(1 review)
Enjoy an outing to Bukkenburg Pottery Studio during your stay in Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Swellendam Hiking Trail
4.5/5(2 reviews)
You can take time to visit Swellendam Hiking Trail during your travels to Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Reviews of Swellendam
4.7
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
We‘re really sorry we didn’t spend longer in Swellendam; it’s a beautiful little town!
- Bontebok National Park
- Drostdy Museum
- Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
- Swellendam Golf Course
- Bukkenburg Pottery Studio
- Swellendam Hiking Trail
- Duiwelsbos Waterfall
- Montagu Hot Springs
- Viljoensdrift Winery
- Van Loveren Family Vineyards
- Marbrin Olive Farm
- Hick's Art Gallery
- South Africa's Peace Pagoda
- Montagu Nature Garden
- Montagu Village Market
- Cape Floral Region Protected Areas
- Montagu Museum
- Platform 62 Tourism Centre
- Montagu Golf Club
- Barrydale Labyrinth
- Wilderbraam Berry Estate