Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Middelburg, where guests can makes the most of its outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. Located 1.6 km from Middelburg Railway Station, the property provides a bar. There is a children's playground and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Certain units in the bed and breakfast have private entrance and are equipped with wardrobe and outdoor furniture. Some of the units include a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. The units at the bed and breakfast feature air conditioning and a desk. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. Guests can eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and high tea. Dining options are available close to Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Middelburg, like cycling.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
4 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.0
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Middelburg
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See what guests loved the most:

  • James
    South Africa South Africa
    Convenient got in late and they answered the phone and let us in no problems . Dont get this in many places anymore . It was very comforatble and had all we needed for a night on the road.
  • Thomas
    South Africa South Africa
    Outstanding accommodation, with great food. The room was comfortable and very clean, and was well equipped. The property is well managed, parking is ample and safe.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Probably the best T-bone steak I have ever eaten. Room was very well equipped with a huge bed.
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.

Hosted by Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant

9.3
9.3
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Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant
Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant offers our clients the "Old School" type of hospitality that only the Karoo can. This is a one-in-all halfway stop where you can eat, sleep and recharge. The bedrooms are comfortable and stylishly furnished and will suit from couples to corporate travellers. The family units are spacious and ideal for families or friends travelling together. All bedrooms as well as restaurant has solar power for lights during load shedding for the convenience of our guests. The premises are spacious with a great layout to cater for every travellers needs. The Lodge boast a tranquil garden with gorgeous swimming pool and outdoor seating area and waiter service. Celtis Restaurant is most definitely one of our greatest assets as our guest can experience our exquisite and specially designed A' la Carte menu. Hearty meals that range from old time favourite Karoo recipes to mouth-watering pizza's and a wine list. Barista coffee with cake or our famous deep fried milk tart is always a winner. a A’la Carte Breakfast are served daily in the restaurant from 06h30 and is included in your stay. The Lodge provide a unique environment to host your next conference, workshops or meeting with our tailor-made packages. The Lodge and Restaurant is open 365 days a year from 07:00 till 22:00. We are proud on our product and our friendly staff that help to make Celtis your best halfway stop when travelling on the N9 | N10 between Gauteng, Garden Route and Gqeberha (PE) We hope to welcome you soon. Karoo greetings Riaan & Annelie van der Ryst
The Owners of the Lodge are Riaan & Annelie van der Ryst. They are very committed to the Lodge and spend their time ensuring that the guests have every luxury required and also ensure that service standard are of the best quality.
The Lodge is located in a quiet neighborhood in town. It is easy to find from the main road as we have sufficient signage all over town. The Lodge itself has a large secure parking area and a very large garden which makes it ideal for children.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Celtis Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Steakhouse • Local • Grill/BBQ • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 09:00

 

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.

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 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bankcard Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant 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 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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

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.

FAQs about Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant

  • Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant is 750 yards from the centre of Middelburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant is from 16:00, and check-out is until 09:00.

  • Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Bowling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool
    • Themed dinner nights

  • Guests staying at Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte

  • Room options at Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Family

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Celtis Country Lodge & Restaurant has 1 restaurant:

    • Celtis Restaurant