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Reviews of Ta Mala's Cottage

85 Mark Street, 6930 Prince Albert, South Africa

#3 of 5 hotels in Prince Albert

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Review score

Based on 219 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 18 July 2022

    9.0
    Old world charm at it's best!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Meerkat
    • Stayed 1 night

    "The description of the room refers to a flat screen TV - no such thing in the room - and definitely was not needed. The bed (mattress) was one of the most comfortable ones I've slept on in any guest house. However the brick built in base is not practical - the second person has to "climb" over the person lying closest to the door.

    The Meercat Cottage was a wonderful experience and one that all should enjoy especially as it is a pure example of beautiful old world charm. All the facilities were clean and well presented. The decor was stunning and reminded one of years gone by! I would most definitely stay at the property again however there are some minor "things" that need to be looked at - a rating of 10 would then be a "no brainer!! The fire place in the little entrance was is a WINNER especially in winter - loved sitting around it on the cold night we spent there. The outdoor shower, AWESOME too!!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2022

    8.0
    All in all, we had a wonderful time at TaMala's. Erika and Dewald were very friendly and helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Aloe
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Although we would definitely stay at TaMala again, we probably would book one of the other cottages, with the stoep looking onto the inner garden/courtyard. The stoep at Aloe Cottage looks out onto the road, and several times people stopped and asked for money/food at our gate. We'd prefer a more private outdoor seating next time.

    Aloe Cottage was extremely comfortable, and beautifully decorated in a simple Karoo style, which we loved. There were lovely unexpected extras like fluffy bathrobes and Mungo towels, as well as rusks in the kitchen.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Aloe
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing!!

    Fabulous place. Lovely beds. Great facilities/kitchen/bathroom etc. Very very convenient location. Loved the place +++

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The decor is absolutely beautiful. The attention to detail is impeccable. Home away from home with a touch of rustic elegance. The perfect atmosphere for a little family getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. Thanks Erika for yet another wonderful stay and making my kids feel so safe in their surroundings. I can't wait to return ✨

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2022

    10
    Karoo surprise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Windpomp
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough small bowls and platters for snacks.

    Hot water. Fireplace. Bedding. Atmosphere.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2022

    9.0
    comfortable and upmarket establishment, likely to revisit (again!)
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Windpomp
    • Stayed 1 night

    struggled to find the wine glasses (on opposite wall to kitchen area!)

    location, decor, info brochure, general high standard

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2022

    10
    Amazing experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Meerkat
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything is perfect everytime we stay there.

    Erika is a amazing host. All the cottages are perfect. Everything in it is of a fabulous quality.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2022

    9.0
    Fantastic...Go There!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Aloe
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing really...everything was great!

    We loved this place and planning another trip to Prince Albert this coming winter...but for four or five nights! Ta Mala's is fantastic and highly recomended! They have thought of everything and those small touches really do add up. It's a wonderful historic house that the owners have loving restored and added modern day convenience and facilities! Can't wait to visit again!

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-bedroom Apartment- Olive
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise emanating from rooms above due to lack of soundproofing and ceiling

    Sunny courtyard, comfortable couch, large bathroom

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2022

    10
    Exceptional - we loved every minute!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-bedroom Apartment- Olive
    • Stayed 1 night

    We stayed in and had a braai - some more braai equipment (like an iron rod to use with the coals) would have been helpful. Something that might help future guests - there are some screws that goes right through the green front gate - not a crisis, but someone could hurt themselves if you put your hand over them to close the gate.

    What a gem in a lovely little town. We loved everything about it and wished we could have stayed for longer. We arrived late on a Sunday afternoon and Erika was most helpful to direct us to shops that would still be open. Loved the cat, although she did not want to accept that she was not welcome to sleep indoors with us.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2022

    10
    lovely quant cottage and super friendly staff - would highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Meerkat
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wash basin in the kitchenette not practical

    beautiful quant cottage in Prince Albert Loved the outside shower and the clever decor - what a gem

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2022

    9.0
    Such a cosy and comfy karoo cottage. Loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything

    We loved our cozy cottage. It was so quirky, spacious and comfortable for the four of us. We adored the bike rides

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2022

    10
    We had a great stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-bedroom Apartment- Olive
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    BEAUTIFUL!

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2022

    8.0
    Loved it, would stay there again. Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Meerkat
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location was perfect. Smooth check-in and check out, and I appreciated the SMS received from the owner to confirm our booking on the day of our check-in. I loved the outdoor shower that our unit had (Meerkat). It was lovely to shower looking at the stars at night.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beautiful and tastefully decorated Karoo-chic cottages were so much fun. Bless the aircon and plunge pool!

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2022

    9.0
    A real Karoo jem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Meerkat
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well finished and fitted out perfectly, we loved everything from the lovely comfortable bed to the private outside shower and plunge pool for those hot afternoons, highly recommended 💯😊

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-bedroom Apartment- Olive
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Were it is situated The private courtyard were you can braai

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2022

    8.0
    200 Year old charm
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Meerkat
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of mosquitoes. No TV as indicated.Mosquito net helped a lot.

    Nice 200 year old cottage with lots of charm. Cozy. Nice outside private shower.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-bedroom Apartment- Olive
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful cottage with everything we needed

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2022

    9.0
    very well equiped, clean and well equiped unit. Second stay and we will be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    comfortable, clean and well equipped with very efficient air Ons

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2022

    10
    we had a comfortable, restful and happy stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Meerkat
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the kitchen is slightlylimited for self-catering.

    we loved the quaintness of the cottage. it was private and peaceful yet close to town center. the outside shower was also great.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2022

    9.0
    lovely property and stay…authentic, quirky, comfortable, and crucially a cool temperature
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Aloe
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    authentic, quirky, comfortable, cool temperature

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2022

    9.0
    a quick stopover that offered a relaxing slow-down and a haven of peace. it was a time warp to a gentler, slower time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Meerkat
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    we didn’t have enough time to enjoy the pool, bicycles, day bed under a lovely shady pergola

    historic and beautifully renovated, authentic, convenient, very comfortable bed, wonderful outdoor shower, tasteful and elegantly furnished

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2022

    9.0
    An absolute gem in Prince Albert
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-bedroom Apartment- Olive
    • Stayed 1 night

    The braai facility was passible, but could have been slightly better.

    An absolute gem in Prince Albert! Very comfortable and well equipped cottage. Very nice balance between Karoo and modern feeling. Love the story and history behind the property. Excellent location near the center of Prince Albert.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment - Aloe
    • Stayed 1 night

    Ta Mala's is a fully equipped historical cottage in Prince Albert. Whether you're here for a weekend or are planning on spending some time in the Karoo town and need to work, this is definitely the place to stay.

    Stayed in January 2022

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