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 Saxon Lodge

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1 Muller Street, 2012 Gansbaai, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 135 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.9
Excellent
135 reviews

The family that runs Saxon Lodge is delightful. Friendly, warm, and helpful in every way. The rooms are comfortable and well appointed. The location is west facing, just above the small harbor and the sunsets are to die for. And the bacon at breakfast is delicious!

Randolph United States of America

This was the perfect little hotel to enjoy Gansbaai. The owners are incredibly hospitable and welcoming. The hotel and rooms have a great view of the ocean. Overall recommended!

Samuel United States of America

the staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. you feel like part of their family

Kara Canada

Definitely recommend staying here. Beautiful view of the ocean. Rooms have a private seating area outside. The breakfast is phenomenal! Lots of restaurants in walking distance.

Paula South Africa

Very nice place the owner was really friendly and the breakfast was very good.

Ana Spain

Everything. First and foremost the family who runs this are the absolute sweetest people, so you will be left wanting for nothing. They catered our last-minute booking needs, provided us great dinner recommendations, and served up a second-to-none breaky in the morning. Location is great - a quick walk down to the harbour, and very close to restaurants and shops.

Pembyt Canada

Friendly staff. Spotless, comfortable room with a lovely view.

Timonette South Africa

Neat accommodation close to shops sea. Very friendly and helpfull staff. Amazing breakfast!

John South Africa

Friendly helpful staff who were very accommodating & flexible And I got an upgrade

Chantell South Africa

The place was nice and very clean. The hosts are very friendly and helpful, always making sure that you’re comfortable.

Khuliso South Africa
8.9
Excellent
135 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The family that runs Saxon Lodge is delightful. Friendly, warm, and helpful in every way. The rooms are comfortable and well appointed.”
    Randolph Randolph United States of America United States of America
  • “This was the perfect little hotel to enjoy Gansbaai. The owners are incredibly hospitable and welcoming. The hotel and rooms have a great view of the ocean. Overall recommended!”
    Samuel Samuel United States of America United States of America
  • “the staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. you feel like part of their family”
    Kara Kara Canada Canada
  • “Definitely recommend staying here. Beautiful view of the ocean. Rooms have a private seating area outside. The breakfast is phenomenal! Lots of restaurants in walking distance.”
    Paula Paula South Africa South Africa
  • “Very nice place the owner was really friendly and the breakfast was very good.”
    Ana Ana Spain Spain
  • “Everything. First and foremost the family who runs this are the absolute sweetest people, so you will be left wanting for nothing.”
    Pembyt Pembyt Canada Canada
  • “Friendly staff. Spotless, comfortable room with a lovely view.”
    Timonette Timonette South Africa South Africa
  • “Neat accommodation close to shops sea. Very friendly and helpfull staff. Amazing breakfast!”
    John John South Africa South Africa
  • “Friendly helpful staff who were very accommodating & flexible And I got an upgrade”
    Chantell Chantell South Africa South Africa
  • “The place was nice and very clean. The hosts are very friendly and helpful, always making sure that you’re comfortable.”
    Khuliso Khuliso South Africa South Africa

Categories:

  • Staff9.7
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness9.3
  • Comfort9.3
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi9.2

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Saxon Lodge is located in Gansbaai, which is known as the ideal location for White Shark diving and whale watching. The lodge features a splash pool and uninterrupted views of Gansbaai harbor, Walker Bay and the Hottentots Holland Mountains.

Most of the rooms offer a sea view and a private veranda. All rooms have a private bathroom which has either a bath or shower and complimentary body care products.

The Saxon Restaurant serves home-cooked meals made from fresh produce from the village of Gansbaai. Refreshments are served at the Saxon Arms pub including local wines from the surrounding Overberg region.

Free Wi-Fi and private parking is available. Hermanus is a 40-minute drive from Saxon Lodge and the Cape Town International Airport is 91 mi north of Gansbaai.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Saxon Lodge has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 28, 2012

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Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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4 reasons to choose Saxon Lodge

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  • The staff speaks English
Closest beaches

  • Stanford's Bay

    8.8 Excellent beach
    1.3 miles from property

  • Romansbaai Beach

    8.6 Excellent beach
    1.7 miles from property

Guest reviews

8.9
Excellent · 135 reviews
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  • Staff9.7
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness9.3
  • Comfort9.3
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi9.2

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  • Randolph
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The family that runs Saxon Lodge is delightful. Friendly, warm, and helpful in every way. The rooms are comfortable and well appointed. The location is west facing, just above the small harbor and the sunsets are to die for. And the bacon at...”
  • Samuel
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “This was the perfect little hotel to enjoy Gansbaai. The owners are incredibly hospitable and welcoming. The hotel and rooms have a great view of the ocean. Overall recommended!”
  • Kara
    CanadaCanada
    “the staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. you feel like part of their family”
  • Paula
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Definitely recommend staying here. Beautiful view of the ocean. Rooms have a private seating area outside. The breakfast is phenomenal! Lots of restaurants in walking distance.”
  • Ana
    SpainSpain
    “Very nice place the owner was really friendly and the breakfast was very good.”
  • Pembyt
    CanadaCanada
    “Everything. First and foremost the family who runs this are the absolute sweetest people, so you will be left wanting for nothing. They catered our last-minute booking needs, provided us great dinner recommendations, and served up a second-to-none...”
  • Timonette
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Friendly staff. Spotless, comfortable room with a lovely view.”
  • John
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Neat accommodation close to shops sea. Very friendly and helpfull staff. Amazing breakfast!”
  • Chantell
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Friendly helpful staff who were very accommodating & flexible And I got an upgrade”
  • Khuliso
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The place was nice and very clean. The hosts are very friendly and helpful, always making sure that you’re comfortable.”
Property questions and answers
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  • hello, do you allow infants? my sister's baby will be 3 months old.
    Hi There, hope you are well Yes we do allow infants :)
    Asked about: Twin/Double Room • Answered on December 4, 2021
  • Hi there are we able to braai there?
    Hello, we are strictly a B&B property and depending on how you book our property and rooms there is a possibility to braai.
    Answered on October 12, 2020
  • Is this room on bottom floor with sea-view?
    Hi, not sure from this question which room you have booked.The request does not have your name or booking reference to be able to see which booking it relates to.
    Answered on November 4, 2019

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Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Gansbaai Harbour
    0.2 miles
  • Kleinbaai Golf Course
    1.9 miles
  • Shark Cage Diving Gansbaai
    2.2 miles
  • Strandveld Museum
    3 miles
  • Uilenkraalsmond
    3.6 miles
  • Dangerpoint Lighthouse
    4.1 miles
  • Platbos Forest
    6.2 miles
  • Flower Valley Farm
    7 miles
  • Geyser Island Reserve
    8.1 miles
  • Birkenhead Brewery
    12.1 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant The Boathouse
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Boathouse
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Oppiedek
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant Blue Goose
    0.3 miles
  • Restaurant Thyme at Rosemary
    0.4 miles
Natural Beauty
  • River Uilkraalsmond
    3.1 miles
  • Ocean/Sea Atlantic Ocean
    0 miles
  • Mountain Duniefontein Mountains
    0.1 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Stanford's Bay
    1.3 miles
  • Romansbaai Beach
    1.7 miles
  • Die Plaat Beach
    3.2 miles
  • Franskraal Beach
    3.4 miles
Closest Airports
  • Cape Town International Airport
    60.4 miles
How to get to Saxon Lodge from Cape Town International Airport
    Car
    Private shuttle
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Saxon Lodge

Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
  • Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Fishing Off-site Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Business center Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free! All pools are free of charge
  • Open all year
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
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House rules Saxon Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa American Express Saxon Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that meals are prepared for 4 or more people by arrangement only. Bookings must be made by 12 noon on the day.

Please note that 1 dog and 2 cats live on the premises.

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

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

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

Please inform Saxon Lodge 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.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Saxon Lodge

  • Check-in at Saxon Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Saxon Lodge by:

    • Car 2h 30min
    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 2h 30min

  • Room options at Saxon Lodge include:

    • Family
    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • Saxon Lodge is 650 feet from the center of Gansbaai.

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

  • Guests staying at Saxon Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • The prices at Saxon Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Saxon Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Bar crawls
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Horseback riding
    • Walking tours