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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A Riverbed Guesthouse
7 River Lane, Swellendam, Western Cape
The price is AED 368 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
AED 368
AED 423 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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)
We had an amazing stay. Melani was a gracious host and very approachable and friendly. We liked the breakfast ingredients in our refrigerator. It was fun to make our own breakfast and enjoy it on our patio at our leisure. The dogs on the property are gentle giants. Everything on property feels clean ...
Reviewed on 24 October 2025
Aan de Eike Guest House
C/O Swellengrebel St., & Hermanus Steyn St., Swellendam, Western Cape
The price is AED 319 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
AED 319
AED 368 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Swellendam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bukkenburg Pottery Studio and Drostdy ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (26 reviews)
Superb site, safe parking, great breakfast, spacious and clean room.
Reviewed on 6 August 2025
Aan de Oever Guesthouse
21 Faure street, 21, Swellendam, Western Cape
The price is AED 309 per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
AED 309
AED 356 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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
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.
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)
We had an amazing stay. Melani was a gracious host and very approachable and friendly. We liked the breakfast ingredients in our refrigerator. It was fun to make our own breakfast and enjoy it on our patio at our leisure. The dogs on the property are gentle giants. Everything on property feels clean ...
Reviewed on 24 October 2025
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
Aalkies Dream Luxurious Selfcatering
1 Mozambique St, Swellendam, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Swellendam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Swellendam Golf ...
Very comfortable house
Wonderful host who were very flexible with our late check in. The place is really comfortable and clean and tidy with lots of amenities.
Reviewed on 22 January 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.
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.
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.
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.
Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam is just one of the places to see in Swellendam, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? 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
- Swellendam Golf Course
- Swellendam Hiking Trail
- Bukkenburg Pottery Studio
- Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
- Duiwelsbos Waterfall
- Montagu Hot Springs
- Viljoensdrift Winery
- Van Loveren Family Vineyards
- Montagu Village Market
- Montagu Museum
- South Africa's Peace Pagoda
- Montagu Golf Club
- Marbrin Olive Farm
- Barrydale Labyrinth
- Montagu Nature Garden
- Platform 62 Tourism Centre
- Hick's Art Gallery
- Cape Floral Region Protected Areas
- Wilderbraam Berry Estate
