Montagu Koo Karoo

Name: Montagu Koo Karoo
Address: 5 Piet Retief Street, Montagu, za

Location: 5 Piet Retief Street, Montagu, za

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Lodges

About this Property

Charming Victorian Accommodation
Experience the charm of a Victorian building dating back to 1899 at Koo Karoo Guest Lodge. Home-Style Comfort
Enjoy en suite rooms and self-catering units with free WiFi and private entrances. Convenient Location
Explore shops, cafes, and restaurants just a stroll away. Book now for a delightful stay at Koo Karoo Guest Lodge!

Important Information

Please inform 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.

Policies

Check-in: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Shared kitchen
Salt-water pool
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Physical distancing in dining areas
Food delivered to guest room
Process in place to check health of guests
Access to health care professionals
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Tennis lessons on site
Self parking (surcharge)
Pool sun loungers
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Exercise/lap pool
Japanese garden
Garage
Swimming nearby
Charcoal grill

Rooms Available

King Room with Garden View

The double room offers an electric kettle, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the kitchenette. The double room also comes with a barbecue. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
Standard Queen Room

This double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as outdoor furniture. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Barbecue
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
Two-Bedroom Cottage

The family room offers a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The family room also comes with a barbecue. The spacious air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, a seating area, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
Apartment

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The apartment also features a barbecue. The apartment offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
Queen Room

The double room offers a barbecue, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room features a private entrance, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as mountain views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Barbecue
- Electric blankets
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter

Guest Reviews

P (9/5): Zeer aangenaam en veilig verblijf in het centrum van het plaatsje - Een leuk en schattig verblijf met alle faciliteiten aanwezig en op loopafstand van de restaurants. Communicatie was prima en volledig via Whatsapp. Zwembad van beperkte omvang.
jit (10/5): -
Milan (8/5): -
Kylann (10/5): Lovey stay! - Rooms very big and spacious, bigger than expected. Close to a few restaurants. Friendly and helpful staff. N/A
Kylann (10/5): Soooo goood! - Very clean and neat. Comfortable. Quiet. N/A
Kylann (10/5): -
shawn (9/5): Great value for money and close to all restaurants - Just off the main strip so it was quiet and you could walk to all the restaurants -and the rooms were bigger than expected
Desiree (7/5): it was a nice stay - The room was lovely and enjoyed having the shared lounge dining room and kitchen. Outside seating area was good. Everything we needed they had. The bed was comfortable and was a king. We had to wait for the braai area, so ended up eating late. I did query this and were told there was a portable braai avaiable. Unfortunatly it was too late for us as there were no staff on site.
grant (10/5): -
Super Mski (10/5): - Location is unbelievable Huge beautiful rooms Nothing
Leonardo (10/5): -
Wilma (10/5): The cleanliness and the serenity of the place. And for those hot days you can take a dip in the pool - The serenity of the location. And the host was very friendly and accommodating
Tjoeks (8/5): Very good value for money. - We stayed in the cottage for three nights. Place was clean and Sissie comes in every day. Bed is King-size but not extra length. Aircon in the lounge area with ceiling fans in the bedrooms. Main bedroom is big. For the price you pay you get good value. I did not expected to have DSTv and missed more than half the F1. We did not use the kitchen other than making coffee and pouring cooldrinks. The fridge/freezer is big enough. Christine is a nice host and will try to keep you happy. The sliding gate is smallish and even stops before the end of the opening because of the installation. You have to reverse out of the property and do not know if the gate will close on you. (I only discovered that the gate open when you are near it from the inside on our last day. It will not close on you!) The one huge bathroom is on-suite from both the rooms. However you work out a plan to overcome this with the barrel locks in each door. The glass in the bathroom doors is covered by curtains but an amount of light still shines into the bedrooms. The bathroom lights is put on from each bedroom and must be switched off at the same light switch. (Not dual light switch). You can't reach the mirror with the hairdryer. The bed side tables looks very nice but a little bit bigger would be excellent. The cupboard could also be more practical. Only one seat faces the TV and the others are for visiting. With such nice surroundings you should be outside.
Markus (8/5): -
David (10/5): -
Achim (10/5): No complaints at all - Very quiet and clean Place in the lovely,hot town of Montagu.in comfortable walking distance of Restaurants and Cafés.if we will be in this Part of south africa again we will be sure to come back to this Spot. Nothing at all
Petro (10/5): - Excellent!
Alain (9/5): Excellent - Emplacement centre ville dans une rue calme restaurants a 2 mns,piscine, TV,frigo,micro-ondes ,café thé rusks. Ventilateur, grand lit,salle de bain douche et baignoire . Sonorisation ,
David (8/5): -
Hayley (5/5): - The room was nice and clean. The bed was comfortable. The parking area is not big. We went to a rugby match and when we came home so past 8 the whole guesthouse was dark, didn't know where the light switches were and had to find our way to our room with our phones flashlight. It rained that Saturday night and water dripped from the ceiling in the bathroom and there was rumbling noises when the bathroom was used, toilet or taps. Never met the host of the guest house.
Esterhuizen (7/5): relaxed - facilities meets my requirements none
Barrowman (10/5): -
Philippa (9/5): - Just super efficient, clean and comfortable. Good linen on the bed... lovely room, well kept.
Gareth (8/5): -
Bartosz (8/5): - It's very central. The room was spacious and comfortable although I had to keep the windows covered as they all looked out on the street. It was quite hot and the fan did not help very much. If the TV next door is too loud, you can hear some noise. The room doors are not well isolated.
RachaelN (8/5): -
Geertruida (7/5): Prima verblijf - De accommodatie ligt op een goede plaats in Montagu. Vlakbij het centrum en dicht bij de start van een aantal hikes in de bergen. Het appartement is ruim en de host reageert snel en geeft goede service. Het meubilair is niet zo comfortabel en wat verouderd. Het aparte,ent mist een zitje om buiten te kunnen zitten.
mercia (10/5): I will definit stay here again and again, the manageres was extremely friendly and helpful. - The location was perfect. we did not have breakfast, we made our own. in the lovely kitchen supplied. nothing really nothing.
DIANE (8/5): We enjoyed our short stay and would highly recommend it. - Very comfortable stay for myself and two kids. The aircon warmed up the living area nicely as it was very cold. Nice big main bed. There seemed to be an overload of electricity when we had the aircon, heater and kettle on at the same time, which tripped the lights a couple of times. Being a very cold time of year, it was necessary to use all at the same time. The owner said she would have an electrician see to it.
Lesli (10/5): - We were in the Queen room - Room 2. Just the light in the toilet needs to be brighter. Could hardly see when it was dark. Otherwise all was great. Thank you.
Janinne (9/5): -
Luani (10/5): Excellent, it exceeded all my expectations and great value for money, I can highly recommend this -
Le Roux (10/5): Wonderful -
KM (10/5): Fantastic staff and excellent value for money - Koo Karoo is a great place to stay if you are visiting Montagu. We stayed in the 2 bed cottage which was very spacious, clean and well equipped for our stay. We also had our adult family and 2 grandbabies staying in 3 other rooms and they were all equally spacious and clean. There are communal areas both indoor and out as well which was excellent if we all wanted to be together. The location is excellent with shops and restaurants in walking distance. The self catering facilities are excellent and such a bonus for the times that you would prefer to eat at home. We also really enjoyed and appreciated the pool . The staff are amazing! Excellent communication and so helpful . Koo Karoo was excellent value for money and we would definitley stay there again.
Rosa (7/5): - Location good Main House had two rooms which felt unorganised.
Bernd (8/5): In the middle of Montagou - The central location besides the church in the middle of Montagu is perfect. All restaurants are close in walking distance. The charming old style house has a small pool and parking spots besides the house.
B (10/5): Great Experience at Kookaroo!!! - There was absolutely nothing NOT to like about the place!! Loved everything. Christine's hospitality, friendliness as well as the splash pool which was most welcoming in the blissering 40deg heat!! The coffee mugs could've been a wee bit bigger as we had to have 2 cups for breakfast The cutlery wasnt 100% sharp, very flimsy but overall we made the most of it. Christine went out of her way to buy a new Tin opener.
Sharon (10/5): - We loved to just relax next to the swimming pool, late afternoon with a cup of coffee. Everything is very neat and clean.
kaylene (10/5): -
Gerard (8/5): - Walking distance to restaurants, very spacious room with a kitchenette that has all the basics you need. The desk is also handy if you just want to have a seat to read or relax. The splash pool is great for cooling down and the fireplace is kept clean and very usable.
Mark (8/5): -
Mme (9/5): - Le confort des lits les équipements la serviabilité du personnel
Paul (9/5): Excellent - Centrally located and within walking distance of most places
Franz (10/5): - The Koo Karoo Lodge is a very nice Guest house lokated in the middle of the historic town district of Montagu. The backyard offers several seating areas, a braai area and even a little swimming pool. Shops and restaurants are very close. Owner and staff are very friendly people! Thank you Christine and Audrey!
Hui Hiang (9/5): Short, but sweet (& friendly). - Lovely location in a very pretty, historic small town. The apartment was very spacious and well equipped. Also had secure parking, which Christine was kind enough to allow us to use after we had checked out until we left a little later. We loved the bird pond & hide just a short walk away, which seemed to have all the African Ibis in the world in one spot !
Jean Baptiste (8/5): Pleasant accommodation with ideal location in Montagu. - Perfect location Needs some renovation and refreshments
Ingo (8/5): -
Rijkers (8/5): a lovely stay in Montagu, pleasant, comfortable stay!!!!! - the setting was good, rooms clean and comfortable - nothing to complain about - thank you, will stay there again if I visit Montagu. The doors to the outside from both our rooms were not easy to close
Elke (10/5): - Very nice and excellent located apartment right in the center of the town. Nevertheless very quite and safe place. Lot’s of beautiful details and easy check-in / check-out.
tim (10/5): Just great value, a gem. - So well equipped and very comfortable, clean and central Nothing
Martin (10/5): A must for any travelers looking for affordable and central point to explore Montagu. - Clean and well-appointed. Check-in was effortless, and our host provided a full itinerary of restaurants in the area. The lodge was central and within walking distance of the main attractions. Some additional milk for coffee/tea provided would've been nice and perhaps bottled water in the fridge.
Mohil (10/5): - This was the second trip I've stayed at Koo Karoo at. And it was just as good as the first. Quiet, peaceful and very relaxing.
Natasha (9/5): -
Mahlangu (8/5): - Property was beautiful and the town itself was lovely. Our room was fully equipped. There was some work on the property early in the morning and it was very loud. I doubt this is something that happens all of the time but it was a bit annoying.
Greg (9/5): Great for an overnight traveller - Easy checkin, clean room, great price
Louise (10/5): Excellent option - Really easy check in, all rooms were exactly as described, beds were comfortable and the rooms were clean. In a lovely little town with a bird lake, right on the gorgeous route 62
Snyman (9/5): - Ample space, clean, comfortable with all required apparatus available. Friendly reception by Christine and her staff. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay, will surely stay here again .
Lucia (9/5): Lovely overnight stay in the cottage at Koo Karoo. - We had a lovely overnight stay in the self-catering cottage at Koo Karoo. Self check-in was easy and smooth - Christine was a pleasure to deal with and really helpful, both ahead of time and during our stay. The beds were super comfy. And the location was great!
Corne (8/5): Affordable overnight stay - Good location.
Nick (9/5): Perfect for an overnight or few a few days to explore Montagu. -
Benoit G (10/5): - Maison très calme et fonctionnelle avec tout ce qu'il faut pour un séjour en famille. Contact facile et explications très claires pour accéder au logement malgré réservation de dernière minute.
Nicolaas (9/5): - Good location close to restaurants Nothing
Carol-Ann (9/5): -
Mohil (10/5): - Stay was nothing less than perfect. Very comfortable and neat. Will definitely be returning. Nothing.
Van (9/5): good location clean and pleasant stay - Central location Clean pleasant stay nnothing
Rowan (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely spacious cottage, warm bedding and all the amenities needed, and more, provided for a delightful stay! Christine was a wonderful host, she also provided great recommendations for our few days in Montagu. Wish we could have stayed longer. :)
Robert (8/5): Lovely and will consider again when in Montagu - Lovely facility with all we needed Noisy neighborhood party and cars revving; but it was a Saturday night.
Antore (7/5): It was pleasant despite the mishap on arrival... - The dismissive manner in which the host tried to make an excuse for not having a bath( when I booked and asked for a bath). On arrival she telephonically told me that she would have to refund my money as there was no bath available. Also alluded that it was long weekend and it would be difficult for me to secure accommodation in Montagu. She however drove to the place and offered me another unit that had a bath.......and she hastily instructed us to cart our luggage to the other unit. She really was cold at reception. Her beautiful, wise and diplomatic mom did the honourable thing the following day ......and apologised for the misunderstanding.
Elize (9/5): Superb -
Simon (10/5): Exceptional -
Sivan (8/5): Very good -
Mia (10/5): A warm cosy welcome -
Edward (10/5): Exceptional -
Rene (7/5): Good -
Paul (9/5): Superb -
Andrea (8/5): Very good -
Arendse (10/5): Exceptional -
Louise (7/5): Good - Could not find a breadboard in the kitchen .
Vivian (10/5): Exceptional -
Gillian (10/5): Wonderful guest lodge - Christine is an excellent host, nothing was too much trouble. Montagu is a lovely place to stay Nothing to dislike
Charlotte (6/5): Pleasant -
Vivian (10/5): Exceptional -
George (6/5): Short but fine - We originally booked 2 nights, but due to a schedule change could only stay 1 night, spoke to Christine Laubscher about this and she offered a refund of Zar 500, she was very obliging , stating she would inform booking. com but we have not received this payment yet.
Maria (8/5): Very good -
Gertruida (10/5): Exceptional -
Nicolaas (8/5): Value for money - Great location close to restaurants Nothing
Castle (9/5): Superb - Friendly welcome. Lovely pool and proximity to restaurants.
Tami (8/5): Very good -
Tinsley (10/5): Exceptional -
Alet (10/5): Exceptional - The location is perfect for exploring the town, so close to everything. Loved our stay!! Thank you so much.
Nomfundiso (8/5): Fantastic and fun family vacation - Comfortable, quiet, pool for kids, braai place, wifi, restaurants and supermarket closer, closer to Avalon springs which was main aim of visiting Montague Communication from owner was somehow a bit harsh on mistake happened between myself and booking. com regarding rooms /price/number of people booked. But I expressed how do I feel about it and she apologized and I was fine accepted her apology.
Zama (9/5): Superb -
Mitchell (9/5): Superb - The friendliness of staff members and the beauty of the town Nothing
Diana (10/5): Central and comfortable - Clean and comfortable. Fans supplied to keep us cool. Responsive helpful hosts.
Marietjie (10/5): Exceptional - everything was nice and clean. bed was comfordable. noisy guests with children in room 2😓 banging doors. walking with wet feet through house
Lucille (9/5): Superb - We had a lovely stay. Perfect location. Neat and comfortable units.
Vishendra (10/5): Exceptional -
Vishendra (10/5): Exceptional -
Swanepoel (10/5): Satisfied - Good directions, wonderful information, friendly staff, and a wonderful atmosphere. The beds were comfy. The spacing of the area was nice. N All good.
Annelie (9/5): Very good clean and co.fortable accommidation and recommendable. - Very clran and well equiped The fan standing on the floor was difficult and could only blow to the roof.