Schoone Oordt Country House

We wish we had stayed an extra night, as we were made to feel so welcome. The hotel is lovely, a real labour of love from the husband and wife team that run it. Food was excellent- both breakfast and dinner - after wonderful food in Cape Town we were expecting to be a little disappointed but this was really good. Lovely room, open fire with hot water bottles in bed when we got back from dinner. A lovely traditional building that has been painstakingly renovated and is a real treat. Definitely worth spending a couple of nights here.

I really enjoyed staying at Schoone Oordt - the personal approach in this family-run hotel, and genuine care of the owner Alison and her team were special! The highlights for me were a roaring fireplace and a dinner platter waiting for me in my room, upon arrival after a long drive. And waking up to my vehicle washed and pampered after hours on dusty Karoo roads! The hotel is lovely and elegant, and also perfectly positioned to explore Swellendam on foot. Alison also holds dinners and special events, such as murder mystery adventure dinners, at her hotel that I wish to one day attend! I can only recommend it!

Despite the fact that they were in the middle of clearing up to debris from a major storm (trees down on the premises and much of the surrounding area (but not the hotel) without power and closed for business, the staff were fantastic. The little things that make a difference - fresh scones on arrival, car washed next morning (without asking), and the wood fire in the room (lit and then banked up while we were at dinner). Dinner menu (though not large) was superb as was breakfast. Advice on where to go walking (national parks were still closed) made the following morning memorable. All in all a truly amazing experience. Highly recommended.

Beautiful hotel., the staff are wonderful and the hospitality was second to none. Well appointed room , everything you’d need to make your stay perfect. Take an adapter if you’re from the Uk. There is a good hairdryer provided and plug sockets are near the mirrors Breakfast was a pleasure and washing the car was an extra treat Thank you for a wonderful stay

A beautiful boutique hotel. Large rooms, very comfortable. The food in the restaurant was superb, and so were the staff, Carel and Michelle. Going out of their way to make sure all needs are met. We also met the owner and she is just as amazing. Only mistake we made, was to stay for just one night. Swellendam is a lovely little town. Next time we will add an extra night.

Staying here was an experience. An experience of warmth, quality and passion. We felt this was our best stay during our garden route drive. Thank you for thinking about the “small things” which made a real difference. And thanking you for making us feel special celebrating our wedding anniversary. Highly recommended

We had only one night at Schoone Oordt Country House but what a stay! From the moment we arrived we were treated like old friends and made to feel very welcome. The accommodation is luxurious and indulgent, attention to detail is perfect. Loved the cafetiere for coffee in our room and the afternoon drinks by the pool. Dinner was perfect and the atmosphere was like an old fashioned house party. Breakfast was on another level, a feast meaning no lunch required. All topped off as we watched our car being washed before departure. Alison is a delight and already feels like an old friend. If we make it back to South Africa we wouldn't hesitate to stay again.