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IL Castello, hotel in Clarens

Situated in Clarens, 27 km from Golden Gate Highlands National Park, IL Castello features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
812 reviews
Price from£88.68per night
360 Country Hotel, hotel in Clarens

Situated in Clarens, 26 km from Golden Gate Highlands National Park, 360 Country Hotel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Modern and clean. Uniquely decorated with attention to detail. Spacious rooms with excellent bedding. Staff, especially David and Chrisna, went out of their way to make our stay pleasant.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
74 reviews
Price from£59.72per night
Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens, hotel in Clarens

Framed by majestic mountains and sandstone cliffs, this 4-star hotel is ideally located in the picturesque town of Clarens, Eastern Free State.

Location
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
1,085 reviews
Price from£73.24per night
Mont d'Or Hotel Clarens, hotel in Clarens

With picturesque mountain views, Mont d'Or offers French-style accommodation 50 meters from Clarens Golf Estate. It features a spa with massage facilities and an 18-hour attentive room service.

The mountain view and excellent staff were amazing.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
471 reviews
Price from£107.23per night
Kiara Lodge, hotel in Clarens

Located a 14-minute drive from Clarens, Kiara Lodge is set amongst the Maluti Mountains and offers a heated indoor pool, a spa and wellness centre and a children’s playground.

The pool is great fun - especially when the weather isn't good. It stays open until 9pm. Towels for the pool are available from reception. The facilities and grounds are well kept and there is lots to keep kids busy. Rooms are well equipped and clean. Beds and pillows are comfy.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
1,411 reviews
Price from£53.75per night
Highland Quarters, hotel in Clarens

Featuring a terrace, bar and views of garden, Highland Quarters is located in Clarens, 25 km from Golden Gate Highlands National Park.

It was well situated and cute also reasonably clean.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
515 reviews
Price from£74.95per night
Clarens Retreat, hotel in Clarens

Clarens Retreat offers elegantly furnished self-catering accommodation, just 5 minutes' walk from town square in Clarens. Golden Gate Highlands National Park is 21 km from the property.

Nice Location Beautiful appartment
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
584 reviews
Price from£44.79per night
Stonehaven Clarens, hotel in Clarens

Stonehaven Clarens, a property with a tennis court, is located in Clarens, 25 km from Golden Gate Highlands National Park, 2.3 km from Clarens Golf Club, as well as 300 metres from Blou Donki Gallery....

Environment was exceptional
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
566 reviews
Price from£46.92per night
Upper House Guesthouse, hotel in Clarens

Upper House Guesthouse has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Clarens, 25 km from Golden Gate Highlands National Park.

Clean and its location. Close to town. Stacey always available to assist.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
534 reviews
Price from£65.65per night
Golden View Luxury Self Catering, hotel in Clarens

Golden View Luxury Self Catering is located in Clarens and features mountain and garden views.

Everything about the accommodation was spot on.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
331 reviews
Price from£63.98per night
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What guests said about Clarens:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The town has a number of interesting shops for homeware,...

    The town has a number of interesting shops for homeware, clothing and home-produced preserves and food stuffs. There is a good range of restaurants and we enjoyed our meals at Clementine's, Gosto and the Clarens Brewery. Most places are to be found around the central grassy square and they are very easy to access..
    Trish Gibbon
    South Africa
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I can recommend clarens to everyone to visit because it is...

    I can recommend clarens to everyone to visit because it is very good place to stay in and it has a nice intertainment facilities, and the most important thing I can also recommend accommodation Stonehenge is great place to get a fresh air the view was excellent
    A
    Anonymous
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Clarens has its own special charm and uniqueness.

    Clarens has its own special charm and uniqueness. People are friendly and one feels safe there. Its in beautiful surroundings and the shops around the square are very cool to walk around and just chill.
    Lyle
    South Africa
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Clarens is over commercialised.

    Clarens is over commercialised. It mostly consists of numerous shops consisting of items you can find in many other places. The Emporium was a favourite. Excellent owner with a lot of details on the figuribes sold there. I thoroughly enjoyed buying my Burmese figure there. The art galleries are a must. Personally Clarens for me is more of a stop to go hiking and go to Golden Gate. It is too busy, bad roads - and I am used to potholes. The Protea hotel in the middle of town was a let down. Such a big hotel in nature was unnecessary. If you want to walk and just look at shops the town will work for you. Personally for me this is a good area to stop and go hiking and take a break from the city but other than that not somewhere I will visit frequently.
    Olivia de Bruyn
    South Africa
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The hiking trails around Clarens are very well worth while...

    The hiking trails around Clarens are very well worth while doing and are not too strenuous, provided that you keep to the ones lower down the mountainside. The town square is where it all happens and is a lovely buzz. Food outlets are good and plentiful.
    Hanlon
    South Africa
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The Clarens Conservancy is well looked after.

    The Clarens Conservancy is well looked after. We paid R40 for a map and R30 each for a 7-day ticket and the money is well used to maintain a wonderful network of walks along the river and the side of the mountains. For us this was the highlight, although we also enjoyed visiting the shops on the central common. Our only disappointment was that the drought meant that the waterfalls were dry! Based on our culinary experience, at the to-rated restaurant, I suggest you stick to the traditional "country" favourites and resist the tempation to try the more "gourmet" dishes Clarens is a great place for combining activity with relaxation and it still suprises me how close it is to Joburg (less than 3,5 hours) on decent roads and that having been in South Africa for almost 30 years, this was our first visit. Btw we did not even get to the Golden Gate National Park this time but will do that at our next visit.
    Themba
    South Africa

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Clarens

  • From £76.78 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 52 reviews
    GPS coordinates only take you to the Clarens golf estate gate when you should actually drive another 14 km on the R 712 if not mistaken to see the farm board on your right hand side coming from Clarens towards Golden gate. Within 2 hours off reaching this destination I KNEW that I KNEW I am on HOLIDAY. I did not want to leave the lodge, all was great for body, mind and soul and spirit. Thank you for sharing this fully equipped property with your guest.
    C
    Carina
    South Africa
  • From £221.81 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 57 reviews
    Saints Rest is well equipped holiday home within close proximity to Clarens. The house is situated in tranquil surroundings in a golf estate and has a nice view of the mountains. The 4 bedrooms are all en suite which ensures privacy when travelling in a large group. I highly recommend Saints Rest to a large group of travellers.
    Jan
    South Africa
  • From £55.45 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 368 reviews
    Everything was PERFECTO!! Warm and cozy. Expect for my drive to my destination, it felt like I did not even left my home. free fresh farm milk, home made biscotti and rusks ON THE HOUSE, a first for me in our sunny South Africa. will definitely return to this second home of mine when I'm visiting Clarens again.
    Yolandi
    South Africa
  • From £149.30 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 210 reviews
    Location next to the Ash River was amasing!!!! Great getaway for couples to blow off steam and experience a romantic time. PODS have been equipped with such style and comfort. Cleanliness is impeccable. This is truly a HOME away frome HOME!!!!! Will certainly make this an annual trip.
    Sanet
    South Africa
  • From £36.47 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 293 reviews
    The Farm is absolutely amazing and is a stunning place to stay at. Not far from Clarens at all, very close. The bedding is so crisp and fresh and the views are stunning, the best is when the stars come out at night. The people are so welcoming and friendly.
    Alisha
    South Africa
  • From £55.45 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 162 reviews
    The owner greeted us warmly. She fulfilled our request for a bowl of berries and non-alcoholic champagne and added extra brownies! The farm is a lovely weekend break and there is much to see and do in the town nearby, Clarens.
    Talita
    South Africa
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 205 reviews
    Knowing Clarens as a tourists attraction place,it was very easy to enjoy the place as it is a Jewel of the Free State.We enjoyed the morning breeze;shopping and walking as well as other places of fun in the area.
    Pulane Consolation
    South Africa
  • From £51.19 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 172 reviews
    Great option for a quick stay in Clarence. Centrally located and very fair price. We arrived late and even though the restaurant (which forms part of the hotel) was closed the chef whipped us up some spaghetti!
    Chris
    South Africa
  • From £59.72 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 74 reviews
    The Hotel is new. It is exceptional with its design, art and decoration. Relaxed atmosphere. Very helpful staff. Not in the busy center of Clarens, but in walking distance. Close access to hiking trails.
    Magdalena
    South Africa
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 113 reviews
    We really enjoyed the lodge. It was nice and private. The room was wonderful, I really enjoyed waking up to the beesbok running around. Very close to Clarens and a short drive to Golden Gate.
    Jason
    Romania
  • From £51.19 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 204 reviews
    - The property was really clean and neat for pet friendly - Kitchen had all utilities and dinning dishes needed - Great location in Clarens, walking distance to the town
    Kerry
    South Africa
  • From £51.63 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 96 reviews
    It is in the most beautiful location in Clarens, not are you just surrounded by the most beautiful garden, mountains and stream it feels like a little piece of Heaven.
    Caroline
    South Africa
  • From £73.24 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,085 reviews
    the staff is always great, friendly and professional, the location of the hotel is excellent, we go there anually just because we like the town and hotel
    Danie
    South Africa
  • From £73.24 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,085 reviews
    The prices are very reasonable for the room standard recieved, that is why everywhere we go we always look for Protea Hotel by Marriott
    T
    Toohey
    South Africa
  • From £112.87 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 471 reviews
    The friendliness and great service from the hotel staff made the stay extra special for our group of friends.
    Oomeshni
    South Africa
  • From £46.92 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 566 reviews
    This is the best guesthouse in Clarens!!! We return time and time again. Lovely hosts!!
    Cornelia
    South Africa
  • From £56.80 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 116 reviews
    Location, beautiful stone houses and cottages, beautiful surrounding gardens and farm
    Guy
    South Africa
  • From £98.54 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 812 reviews
    The view was amazing, the hotel was beautiful and the staff was very welcoming
    Ahmed
    India
  • From £26.87 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 122 reviews
    Loved our stay at Gypsy at Clarens!
    Andrew
    South Africa
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 77 reviews
    it was self catering
    Ngakana
    South Africa