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Featuring a garden and views of garden, Cecil John Rhodes Guest House is a guest house situated in a historic building in Kimberley, 1.4 km from The Big Hole. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the guest house, all units are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. Guests can enjoy a meal at an outdoor dining area at the guest house. À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available daily at the guest house. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests at Cecil John Rhodes Guest House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kimberley, like cycling. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Kimberley Mine Museum is 2.2 km from the accommodation, while Kimberley Golf Club is 7 km away. The nearest airport is Kimberley, 6 km from Cecil John Rhodes Guest House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Natasha
    South Africa South Africa
    Had a nice stay and a clean room, nice bed and bathroom. It's a beautiful, old building. The area was not the greatest but we felt very safe in the guest house
  • Dirk
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful old-wordly charm. Lovely garden with fountains and decades-old trees.
  • Mondray
    South Africa South Africa
    Lovely guesthouse in the centre of town, exceeding all our expectations
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.2Based on 98 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Our property was built in 1895. Our beloved mulberry tree stands witness to this spot from yesteryear. We offer a tea garden that specialised in picnics . From here you can enjoy the sparkle of Kimberley.

Neighbourhood information

Cecil John Rhodes Guest House is a green haven amongst the hustle and bustle of the city. Our guest house is nestled amongst attractions like the William Humphrey Art Gallery, major museums and the Karen Muir Swimming Pool.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cecil John Rhodes Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Fax
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Basic free WiFi 13 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Strollers
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Cecil John Rhodes Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 06:00 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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 250 per child, per night
Cot upon request
ZAR 80 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 250 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Bankcard Cecil John Rhodes Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Cecil John Rhodes Guest House 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.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Cecil John Rhodes Guest House

  • Room options at Cecil John Rhodes Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Family

  • Check-in at Cecil John Rhodes Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Cecil John Rhodes Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Foot massage
    • Walking tours
    • Full body massage
    • Back massage
    • Head massage
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Couples massage
    • Neck massage
    • Hand massage
    • Live music/performance

  • Guests staying at Cecil John Rhodes Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Cecil John Rhodes Guest House is 1,050 yards from the centre of Kimberley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Cecil John Rhodes Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Cecil John Rhodes Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.