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Reviews of Lake Clarens Guest House

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

#40 of 46 B&Bs and Inns in Clarens

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 193 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    6.9

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  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    1.0
    WASTE OF TIME AND MONEY.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 6 nights

    NOTHING, a R 1020,oo a day is a rip-off

    the breakfast had no cheese (although several Cheeseries around) no cold Meat, no Bread-Rolls, no other Bread, no danish, no warm Food except eggs and beacon, only on last day we had fruit- salad, the breakfast was a barren afair.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The view,politely and calm

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    5.0
    It was fine for a night. I wouldn’t go back. Needed to wear slip slips on the carpet in the room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms and facilities need an upgrade. Carpets are old and over used. Furniture, beds, curtains and styling very dated. It was a booking.Com excellence award in 2014 - nearly 10 years ago and it’s still on the wall - sadly it’s not that any longer.

    Location, heritage building, friendly and had the facilities we needed including a bath and hair dryer as requested after a long hike.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    Truely enjoyed our weekend away. If ever I need to be in Clarens again I won’t stay anywhere elese
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing

    Location was perfect. Close enough to the center of town to walk, but far enough to not be be relaxing in a calm beautiful environment

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    5.0
    Hospitality zero points!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast was okay, but far from perfect.

    On arrival, we had to figure out how to get the keys, there was no note no nothing. Bruce that we thought would welcome us is not alive any more. We were hoping to get some insides and information about Clarens from Bruce or somebody that feels responsible, but we never get to see somebody that was acting as a host.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2023

    10
    Blissful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's historic and rustic in line with the Clarens ambiance. The service was top notch and the unit was massive

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    3.0
    needs work and up to date pics of the accomodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Place is a bit in need of a good renovation, doors of hinges etc.

    the position of the guest house is great, with a good breakfast. beds were comfortable with electric blanket for warmth.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    4.0
    Will not return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could not sleep, the mattress was HORRIBLE No water

    Location Friendly staff

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we didnt stay longer

    It was reallly homely with the most amazing staff

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2023

    10
    lovely relaxing town and friendly people will definitely come back longer
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    none

    lovely relaxing place and a lovely home the staff are very friendly, nice and enjoy morning breakfast and the plus a nice car wash before departure time without asking for it

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff. Nice room. Good breakfast

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    4.0
    The facility is poor and does not have what it shows on the web
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The whole accommodation setting. uncomfortable bed

    Nothing, everything was not so good

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi has very bad connectivity and you can only use it when at reception.

    The breakfast was great. The staff was amazing and even washed our cars for free. Not too far from the center. It's next to a restaurant.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    10
    Love the guest hose with the beautiful dam in front, perfect for autumn with its beautiful colours
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The location is perfect, can walk into the village. The staff was very friendly and helpful. You park your car in front of the guest house and there was a security guard looking after the cars at night. Lovely room and the breakfast was great!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2023

    6.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our room door was 2 metres from the closest table in the dining area, pleanty of foot traffic noise and staff prepping for breakfast.

    Nice location

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were only 2 rusks and rooibos teas provided for the week, which didn't appear to be topped up throughout the stay, and there was no microwave in the room to heat up food for lunch etc. But the place was honestly beyond what we expected! So overall a fantastic experience.

    The fact that laundry is included as well as a car wash. The fact that the place was close to Clarens square.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2023

    10
    Romantic get away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complains

    It was more than we could imagine. Nono was the kindest and the car was washed before we left. Breakfast was the best we had in years. We will go back for sure. Thanks

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Roosters waking us up at early hours 🙈

    Overall stay and breakfast was superb.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2022

    10
    just awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    people were amazing.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2022

    6.0
    Very disappointed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was 'welcomed' by one of the cleaners/kitchen ladies- the manager was not there despite having let them know my check in time. The unit is in bad need of an upgrade- the bath has limescale, some of the lightfittings are missing and others are filthy. The fridge is tiny and kitchen area is cramped. The plug point that is advertised as being next to the bed is a multiplug under the bed that requires acrobatics to get it. It's such a pity as with some tlc this could be a stunning place.

    The view from the garden is absolutely gorgeous.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2022

    10
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely guesthouse. Very clean, friendly and helpful staff and host. Walking distance to the square as well as to cx extreme adventures (zipline, rafting) so very well located with a stunning view Breakfast really delicious and filling, highly recommended, we will be back.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The water was a bit brown!

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location, location, location

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2022

    3.0
    3/10
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms. That we were in are very old and the bathroom Def needs a upgrate. Doesn't think it's the worth the money that we paid

    When we arrived we were booked into the wrong room. So luckily someone came to assist us to move to the other room. After we drove nearly 370km and just relax we were told we are in the wrong room That was a anticlimacs. Don't know if it's all the same price. They could inform use about loadshedding. The personnel was super and the breakfast. Did order some take away salad from the restaurant. There was no salt or Saladdressing with.

    Stayed in October 2022

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