Just a 12-minute walk from 1820 Settlers Monument and 500 yards from St Michael and St George Cathedral, 137 High Street Guest House features accommodations in Grahamstown, with a garden, a terrace, and a bar. This guest house provides free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and daily room service for guests. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Each room is equipped with a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available daily. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Thomas Baines Nature Reserve is 9.2 miles from the guest house, while Lalibela Private Game Reserve is 23 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
or
3 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
8.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gakenye
    South Africa South Africa
    High street guest house is a little homey home. A peaceful little spot thats a comfort bubble. The room was extra cozy and I appreciate that there are electric blankets and heaters cause it was super cold. I also enjoyed the breakfast which was...
  • Jill
    United States of America United States of America
    Everyone was so friendly, the location was perfect, and the apartment was spotless!
  • H
    Hamzah
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The lady in charge Rola is very kind and supportive
  • Tasimbiswa
    Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
    Ralla gave us a warm welcome and very bubbly. She made sure our stay was awesome and definitely felt like home. Quiet and cozy place indeed. Backup power runs smooth. Looking forward to my next stay.
  • Catherine
    United States of America United States of America
    Excellent location, staff was extremely helpful. While there are challenges in Makhanda city with water and electricity, the hotel had good backup plans. Breakfast by a warm fire each morning was a special treat. And the building has historical...
  • Mphumelelo
    South Africa South Africa
    The location is really great and very safe. The security is top notch. The staff members are really sweet and wholesome. Since I booked an apartment I liked how they provided me with the necessary kitchenware. That as a whole made my stay really...
  • Mari
    Finland Finland
    Very friendly staff, central location, comfortable room, very clean
  • Msutu
    South Africa South Africa
    The location of the bnb is perfectly positioned as its closer to many stores etc
  • Geraldine
    Kenya Kenya
    From the warm welcome to the facilities, everything was very good, ideally located when visiting my son at the Saint Andrew s college nearby.
  • Gerardus
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Beautiful old building, comfortable rooms and friendly staff.

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Property info

137 HIGH ST GUESTHOUSE situated in Grahamstown that forms part of the popular Frontier Country route. 137 High Street has been totally renovated and comes to you as 137 High Street Guest House. This historic guest house, with its solid yellow wood floors and ceilings has just recently been completely renovated to a modern comfortable establishment without losing its old world charm. Each of our bedrooms have a king size bed which can be converted into two twin beds, if required. In addition, two rooms can accommodate one extra single bed making it ideal for parents visiting their children. Rooms are serviced daily. Each room has a flat screen Television with DSTV, tea/coffee making station, wall heaters and ceiling fans for making your stay comfortable.

Neighborhood info

From its galleries, museums, restaurants, pubs and wide, tree-lined streets to its classic old Rhodes University campus, Grahamstown has become a city of diversity, artistic expression and academic exploration. Every July, Grahamstown celebrates all that is good about South African creativity in the form of its world-renowned National Arts Festival. It is in a malaria free area and one does not need to travel far to see the Big 5.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of 137 High Street Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Executive lounge access

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
137 High Street Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform 137 High Street Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about 137 High Street Guest House

  • Room options at 137 High Street Guest House include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Apartment
  • Check-in at 137 High Street Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • 137 High Street Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at 137 High Street Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Guests staying at 137 High Street Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • À la carte
    • 137 High Street Guest House is 2,450 feet from the center of Grahamstown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.