The Barracks is set in Colesberg, a 30-minute drive from the Gariepdam. The rooms offer a small patio. Guests can enjoy a drink at the pub. The rooms at The Barracks are equipped with air conditioning, fan, tea / coffee making facilities and a TV with selected satellite channels. The en suite bathrooms have a shower, and some rooms also have a bath. Breakfast and dinner are available at the property at an additional charge with 24 hour prior arrangement. Bloemfontein is a 2-hour drive from the accommodation and Beaufort West is a 3-hour drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
4 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.1
High score for Colesberg
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ron
    South Africa South Africa
    Friendly, warm welcome on a cold , late afternoon. Room so clean , beautiful and comfortable
  • Heather
    South Africa South Africa
    Location good with excellent breakfast served by friendly hosts. Bed was comfortable and room had everything we needed.
  • Vicky
    South Africa South Africa
    Lovely, character filled place with exceptionally helpful and welcoming hosts. Our room was spotlessly clean and comfortable. The dinner was delicious! We will.definitely be back.
  • Karen
    South Africa South Africa
    A very warm and comfortable overnight stay in the middle of winter in Colesberg. We had everything that we needed. Friendly hosts, electric blankets, safe parking, a hairdryer and a very comfortable bed. The shower achieved my husbands strict...
  • Rene
    Lesotho Lesotho
    The host Mike and Annalie are always really accommodating and we appreciate their hospitality so much! It's a great stopover for us or guests we know that are on their way to Lesotho.
  • James
    South Africa South Africa
    This historical establishment made me think of a wayside inn for the weary traveler in days gone by. The hosts go above and beyond to make one feel welcome. All the facilities one could wish for are there, but I have to mention that the bed and...
  • Roger
    South Africa South Africa
    Arriving in winter I was met by the host and hostess, who gave me a complementary glass of sherry and showed me the room which was lovely and warm ,having been heated before my arrival. The room and bathroom are large and comfortable with good...
  • Lindy
    South Africa South Africa
    Comfortable, spacious, clean rooms . Nicely furnished , very peaceful. Mike and Annlie are excellent hosts and made us feel at home. Excellent breakfast served at the Barracks . They also have the option of a dinner
  • Mike
    South Africa South Africa
    The welcoming of the owner who was very willing to please
  • Anna
    South Africa South Africa
    Mike was so very kind. Massive room with multiple beds, lovely linen, huge bath and a shower in the bathroom. Lovely tea, coffee, rusks, and fresh milk in the fridge. Large private courtyard for the dogs to stretch their legs in. Felt safe and...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.6Based on 329 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We love the hospitality industry and have many years experience running lodges - our passion is the bush and living in the Karoo it is magical with its own unique beauty

Property information

BREAKFAST + DINNER : The dining room is open for Breakfast between 06:30am – 08:30am (Oct – Mar) and 07:00am – 08:30am (Apr – Sep) for a Full English / Continental Breakfast. PETS : Will there be any accompanying pets as only certain units are suitable? We do charge per pet. PARKING : We are enclosed by High palisade fencing, which gets locked at night – we endeavour to get all vehicles etc. inside the parking areas. Parking - NO Trailers / NO Caravans and NO Boats RECEPTION CLOSES AT 09:00pm, No late arrivals will be accepted

Neighbourhood information

The town is steeped in history with a lot of historical buildings and relating to the Boer War

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Barracks
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
The Barracks takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that dinner needs to be pre-booked at least 24 hours before arrival. Please advise of any dietary requirements.

Please note, only the Classic Family Room is pet-friendly, subject to confirmation from the property.

Please inform The Barracks in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about The Barracks

  • The Barracks offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Guests staying at The Barracks can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
  • The prices at The Barracks may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at The Barracks include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
  • Yes, The Barracks is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at The Barracks is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Barracks is 400 yards from the centre of Colesberg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.