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Reviews of Cypress Cottage Guest House

3 Voortrek Street, 6740 Swellendam, South Africa

#12 of 31 B&Bs and Inns in Swellendam

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 295 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No plugs on desk for laptop and to charge devices. Hot water takes ages to come through & toilet bowl loose.

    Picturesque house in historic town. Clean, neat & comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Great Location, Great Breakfast, Homely Feel, Amazingly Helpful and Passionate Host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing. Everything was good.

    Great location near the museums and the historic area of Swellendam. Very comfortable room and great breakfast. Amazingly friendly and helpful host who has a real passion for his business. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone heading for Swellendam

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Lovely accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could use add'l electric outlets but made do. As a solo traveler, Swellendam is limited in things to do especially on a Sunday. But that has nothing to do with the guest house, just a comment to help other solo travelers.

    The guest house is great, a lovely room and lovely pool area as well as front yard garden and shared seating lounge.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Lovely, comfortable room, mattress a bit hard

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderfull homely place and excellent hosts.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    A comfortable stay in historic surroundings, Etienne is a mine of knowledge and advice for your days
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Lack of storage for cloths.

    Breakfast was good and set up for the day. there was not much choice but satisfied us very well. Comfortable bed, shower good. Only problem was insufficient storage, drawers, hangers etc but ok for a couple of nights Location good, access to museum, shops, chemist etc

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    9.0
    Great stay !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We fell in love with this beautiful house, well located in the center of Swellendam. Great breakfast ! Etienne, Richard and the whole team are doing a marvellous job ! Regretfully we only stayed one night. Many thanks for a wonderful stay !

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Amazing family staff. So helpful from restaurant recommendations to surrounding highlights. How best to get to attractions and what to look out for. Gave detailed advice on where to stop and what to look out for on the drive to my next location. The rooms are fitted out with period furniture to suit the age of the house, but still super comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    An unique cottage stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Regretted that I only booked one night. The area has a lot to offer.

    A very warm welcome from Etienne who proved a fount of knowledge and suggestions. The room was comfortable and uniquely furnished. The easily accessable Cyprus's Cottage is very centrally located on the main street and close to several restaurants. The excellent breakfast was served on the terrace overlooking the beautiful front garden. Comfortable sitting room for guests. Secure private parking.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Perfect stopover before the Garden Route!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The restaurants in Swellendam were rather average.

    The rooms are very stylishly furnished, the beds are magnificent and the hosts were lovely. A big bonus was the pool. Breakfast on the front porch was also a real highlight of our stay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    Cosy cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ideal for a stopover, clean room lovely pool area, good location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    It is a place to go back to
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved the garden and the pool. Room spacious . The guesthouse is well maintained and clean.

    The host is very knowledgeable about the area and d so helpful. Breakfast was well prepared and tasteful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay in Swellendam
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely place to stay in a great location and the host was extremely welcoming and charming. Would definitely stay here again if we come back to Swellendam.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    8.0
    We were warmly welcomed by our host to this lovely home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our stay was very short so there was really nothing that we disliked as all was provided as per expected

    Our host was always available to assist us and to make our short stay with them more pleasant - we really enjoyed our stay

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not applicable every thing was great

    Excellent accommodation you won't find better! Very French within a South African environment

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    We definitely enjoyed staying there a lot and will for sure come back when next time in Swellendam!
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our family appartment had some carpets which seemed to need a renewal.

    Breakast was delicious and served with so much love outside in their garden paradise. The kids also loved the pool, we appreciated very much the entire outside area and the surroundings.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great quality breakfast and incredibly friendly host

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host and the breakfast

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    10
    Great, welcoming and comfortable place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing

    Etienne was very welcoming and greeted us when we arrived. The bed was very comfortable, the location is great and the breakfast was lovely…whats not to like. We will definitely stay here again when we visit Swellendam.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts were super friendly and helpful. The cottage is centrally located. Great cafe opposite of the hotel. The room had everything you need. And pool and sun beds were perfect for a relaxed afternoon on a hot summer day. Since it is an ancient building the rooms are furnished in the style of the old days. But that is more about personal taste.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    9.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious room in a beautiful old building, located in the centre of Swellendam. Very safe to walk around. Backup generator on site, so not affected by loadshedding. Good value for money.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    9.0
    Authentic guest house on the central road of Swellendam. Owner really made us feel at home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Can feel a bit dated

    Central location Friendly owner

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    10
    Comfortable stay in lovely setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite a few biting insects, take repellent just in case !

    Charming, characterful property and friendly helpful host, immaculate room, garden & pool.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    10
    Lovely historic place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely historic place. Clean rooms and Ethian takes good care of you!

    Stayed in January 2024

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