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Reviews of Lake Clarens Guest House

Corner of Lake Clarens Drive and Church Street, 9707 Clarens, South Africa

#40 of 45 B&Bs and Inns in Clarens

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 196 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Home e away from home. Will definitely be back in the near future.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved the location, the beautiful furniture and beautiful garden. Nono prepared a lovely tasty breakfast which we enjoyed and Nono is very friendly. It felt like we have know her years.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    8.0
    Well placed traditional BnB
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to move rooms was a disappointment. Intermittent and later no wifi. A town map and tourist ideas and permits would have helped. Double bed in outside room needs replacing

    Nono and Angel were so generous. Nothing was a bother and they are delightful. The view is amazing. Constant electricity a treat. Secure, clean and close to the centre

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    It was a lovely time. Very relaxing and Angel was an absolute star and made the whole stay lovely and pleasant.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s very well geared for winter but not enough for warmer nights. A fan or something would be nice when it’s a bit warm.

    Its location and the Mountain View were fantastic.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The view was amazing, the breakfast was lovely

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    8.0
    GREAT STAY.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    NOTHING

    BREAKFAST GREAT. STAFF GREAT.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    Hospitable full of character comfortable and great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could have an a/c but the fan was a great help

    Keri was amazing and made getting into the property so easy. It was so comfortable and Nona and Angel were wonderful. Breakfast was superb. We were thrilled to find it! Thank you!!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    was a good place, the staff was really nice and they even washed my car

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    8.0
    Breakfast was outstanding and the house was very clean and neat - staff members were very friendly
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom main - could do with a shower

    Bedroom was good size - bed was comfy

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostess went out of her way to accommodate us with late check in. Very friendly and helpful. Would love to stay here again.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    9.0
    Clarens Birthday Weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I cannot think of a single thing we did not like.

    I do not even know where to start. The accommodation was lovely, the location was perfect (and beautiful) (and serene) (and picture perfect). The staff we met were all wonderful people.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Waited long for the key, no one at the premises. Had to ring a bell a way too long

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    7.0
    Travelling CPT to durban Family of 4
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The double bed in our one room 7 felt like we both slept on rocks. Body was soar the next day. Plz have the mattress replaced. Other than this love the place.

    Location perfect and lovely styled house, good braai facility. Great breakfast

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    7.0
    Spectacular view
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The milk that was provided expired in June 2023 and was sour. There was no wifi. One of the bedside lamps did not work.

    Beautiful view and great breakfast

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2023

    8.0
    Clarens - A piece of heaven
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was satisfied with everything.

    I liked the fact that although the guest house was old (in keeping with the era of Clarens) it had basically all of the modern facilities to cater for guests. I also appreciated the fact that management responded promptly to a few minor hiccups that arose. The staff were super-friendly and the breakfast amazing.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location. Walking distance of the main square

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was not taken as it appeared we were too early.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Plant overgrowth in front garden does now justify the beautiful view one has from the facility. Some maintenance needed to retain the beauty and heritage of this facility.

    Interesting building style and workmanship of that era, beautiful view from the room of mountain and lake. Relaxing and peaceful environment. Good breakfast with friendly staff.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was good.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2023

    9.0
    very handy location for our first night in South Africa Thankyou
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    rather dark but understand that’s the style. it would be very cosy in winter

    lovely to have breakfast with the doors open and the sunshine streaming in. plenty of room in the original house for us all to hang out, although we weren’t there for long

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2023

    8.0
    Let the Charm of the Eastern Free State Extend to Where You Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    WiFi was sketchy, ostensibly due to interference by the winds at night

    The charming Lake Clarens Guest House is very conveniently located near the entrance to Clarens from the Fouriesburg (R711)/Golden Gate Highlands NP (R712) side, and is just a couple of minutes walk to the shops, restaurants, and activities of the town square. (Be sure to dine at Gosto's on the square at least once!!) Parking is in front of the guest house, on the gravel drive separating the house from the lake directly across from it. Being sited slightly off the main drag means its location is tranquil and relaxed but close enough to the fray that you don't feel isolated. There is also a nice comfort-food restaurant/bar adjacent to the property. Spectacular Drakensberg sightseeing begins just a few minutes out of town transiting (free!) Golden Gate Highlands NP along the R712.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great Location and peacefull surroundings.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    8.0
    Good experience and I'm planning to come back with more family members or friends.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The TV is too small. The small bathroom needs some painting.

    The food was yummy and well prepared.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    8.0
    I made a mistake with my booking and the friendliness and willingness to accommodate me was rare
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    I would have preferred parking behind a fence or in a garage but we were assured that there was a security guard at night and I did see a light around 0300 in the morning. Generally I would not stay at a place without proper secured parking but in this case it seemed to work.

    Position well placed.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was amazing and the view is beautiful from the property.

    Stayed in July 2023

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