The Courtyard Guest House

324 Market Street East, 9707 Clarens, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>353</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
356 reviews

Jane was a super host and made our stay very memorable. Everything was made so easy for us. The guest house is so conveniently located. Everything is well within walking distance from the guest house

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The Courtyard Guest House

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The Courtyard Guest House offers accommodation in the centre of Clarens. Free WiFi is available and free private parking is available on site. Located on the first floor, the King and Queens rooms each room come with a flat-screen TV with Netflix and PrimeVideo, tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a mini fridge stocked with complimentary water and milk. Enjoy a cup of tea from your balcony or patio. The private bathroom is equipped with heated towel rails and free toiletries are provided. This 2-bedroom, self-catering unit features a fully-equipped kitchen, including a fridge/freezer, microwave, stove and oven. Each room is equipped with a heater and electric blankets on the beds.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Clarens
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  • Imtiaz
    South Africa South Africa
    “Jane was a super host and made our stay very memorable. Everything was made so easy for us. The guest house is so conveniently located. Everything is well within walking distance from the guest house”
  • Clynt
    South Africa South Africa
    “Super modern, clean and so conveniently located, waking up to the smell of fresh bread being baked is awesome.”
  • Folkard
    Germany Germany
    “Super nice and helpful owners. If you want to spend your time in the center of town, you can't get any closer. Rooms modern and clean, easy keyless access system, parking lot directly behind the house. Breakfast can be had in the yummy bakery...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Jane Ball

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Jane Ball
The Courtyard is located in a modern building conveniently situated on the square in the dead centre of town. Guests can securely park their cars and spend the rest of the day walking around our beautiful village, browsing through the shops and art galleries, and tasting all the treats the numerous restaurants have to offer. Or bring reading material; order coffee and cake from our bakery below you, and relax in your room, enjoying the stunning views out towards Golden Gate and Lesotho. Rooms are located on the first floor of the building and face away from the buzz of the square; Beautifully furnished they provide guests with a comfortable haven right in the middle of the village. Although the double rooms do not offer self catering facilities, the bakery on the gorund floor bakes a range of fresh produce daily . So come down and pick up a fresh croissant or danish, and coffee or cappuchino, and enjoy from your balcony, or pcinic tables at the front of the bakery. Alternatively try any one of the restaurants located close by for a delicious cooked breakfast.
The owners Martin & Jane are hands on, and are always on site ..... Both working in the kitchen preparing the delicious and scrumptious offerings in the bakery, and looking after guests in the guest house. Our Housekeeper will ensure that your room is comfortable, spotlessly clean and sanitised for your stay..
Clarens is not called the "Jewel of the Free State" for nothing. It is situated in a beautiful valley 20 km outside of the Golden Gate National Park. Long known as an artists village, the town offers an abundance of art galleries and trinket shops where you can shop to your hearts content. Short distances outside of Clarens are places that offer quad biking in breathtaking surroundings, 4x4 trails, horse riding, abseiling and hiking. Bring your bicycle and follow any one of a number of top class mountain bike trails. Use Clarens as a base, and venture into the Kingdom of Lesotho to go skiing at Afriski, or visit the Lesotho Highlands water project's Khatse Dam. See Clarens from a different perspective and arrange a Hot Air Ballooning trip! For those who don't want to self drive to Lesotho or other locations, tour services are available in the village. Clarens is a village where you can sit on a balcony, relax and restore your balance, or go out and throw yourself at every activity we offer. A choice of restaurants in and around the village provide the opportunity to relax and dine enjoying the ambience, or to refuel for the next round of adventure
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Courtyard Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Balcony
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Beauty Services
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

The Courtyard Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 17:00

Check-out

From 06:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Courtyard Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, children can only be accommodated in the Family Bungalow.

Please inform The Courtyard Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Courtyard Guest House

  • The Courtyard Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bike tours
    • Archery
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Live music/performance
    • Game drives
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beauty Services
    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Room options at The Courtyard Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Family

  • The Courtyard Guest House is 350 yards from the centre of Clarens. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Courtyard Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Courtyard Guest House is from 14:30, and check-out is until 10:00.