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Bartholomew S Loft

Eastern Cape-Port Elizabeth · South Africa

St Bartholomew St, 1AView location

8.4/10Excellent35 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.4/108.4
Neighborhood8.0/108.0
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About Bartholomew S Loft

With a stay at Bartholomew's Loft in Grahamstown, you'll be a 5-minute walk from St Patrick's Catholic Church and 6 minutes by foot from Observatory Museum. This guesthouse is 28. 5 mi (45. 8 km) from Amakhala Game Reserve and 0. 5 mi (0.

7 km) from Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms featuring minibars and plasma televisions.

Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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With a stay at Bartholomew's Loft in Makhanda, you'll be a 5-minute walk from St Patrick's Catholic Church and 6 minutes by foot from Observatory Museum. This guesthouse is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Elizabeth Salt Monument and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 7 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and minibars, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 per person
    • Late check-out fee: ZAR 250 (subject to availability)
    • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.00 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Xhosa

    English

Nearby attractions

St Patrick's Catholic Church 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Observatory Museum 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Elizabeth Salt Monument 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Albany History Museum Complex 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Albany Natural Science Museum 1 km / 0.6 mi
International Library of African Music 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
St Andrew's College 1.6 km / 1 mi
1820 Settlers National Monument 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Rhodes University 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Diocesan School for Girls 2 km / 1.2 mi
Settlers Garden 1820 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Amazwi South African Museum of Literature 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Egazini Park 2.7 km / 1.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 7
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Bar
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  • Outdoor freshwater pool
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  • HOUSE STANDARDHOUSE • STANDARDCTG.ST

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    Guests: 2–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 4
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    HOUSE STANDARD

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    Guests: 2–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 4
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    Room code: CTG.ST

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  • Double or Twin GARDEN VIEWDouble or Twin • GARDEN VIEWDBT.GV

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin GARDEN VIEW

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    GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: DBT.GV

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARDAPT.ST

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    Room code: APT.ST

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Bartholomew S Loft

8.4
Excellent
35 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Neighborhood
8.0 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
20 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
23 Sep 2025
Verified traveler

A bit run-down

It’s an ok place for an out of towner. Not too many options on Makhanda. Close to town.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2023
Mansnimar
Great staff and great service.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2023
Erin
Great place to stay. We had plenty of space in our room, and didn't get to use the kitchen area but could prepare a meal very easily!

Only complaints are limited parking (otherwise have to park on the street and the area is a bit dodgy), and nothing for load-shedding when it happens. We were completely in the dark. Not even a torch.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jan 2023
Sindiswa
It was amazing I enjoyed my stay.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2022
Khanyisile

Perfect room, friendly staff, clean,

Everything was perfect 😍. I even regretted for staying less days…
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2021
Kimmera

Pleasant stay

The staff at Bartholomew's Loft were extremely friendly and helpful. Due to protests in Makhanda, we were unable to return home so we had to extend our stay and the owner was so generous and offered us a discounted price.

The room is also large, has a heater and many other facilities that make the stay pleasant.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2021
Verified traveler

Lovel stay.

Lovely stay. Very friendly hosts.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
05 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
The space was good. The plumbing needed repair and ants were in the kitchen. Nice staff.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2019
PRINISHA

Amazing accommodation

It was really an amazing place.
Was just there for one night on Business but I have found my home away from home when I am in Grahamstown.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2018
Freda

Historical self-catering stay

Excellent venue. Beautiful wooden floors in an historical building. Safe, quiet,clean and very spacious. Nice kitchen amenities for self-catering. Not far from town but perhaps a bit far for a walk.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2018
Verified traveler

Great Stay in Grahamstown!

Very nice establishment for families, safe, secure, clean.
Family
2/10
Poor
11 Mar 2018
Verified traveler

Pretty pics trick you when booking online!!

Upon arrival at 2pm no bedlinen because it was wet apparently due to rain the previous day. When linen eventually arrived it was still wet. Bathroom door didn't close properly as it was skew. Struggled to get the outside door locked as it was also skew. Staff was friendly, especially Siphiwe but need to be trained properly. Had to ask for teaspoons, napkins and butter at breakfast. The food was however good. Our room was right adjacent to the street with workmen plastering and hammering right outside our window every day. No curtains only broken blinds and shutters when closed, left us in a dark room. At least it was clean.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Feb 2017
OBT

Nice B&B

Nice B&B, very quick to respond to issues. Welcoming staff.
8/10
Excellent
30 Jan 2017
Neliswa

Not bad @ All

Maybe you can improve by extending room service, or meals on offer during the cause of the stay.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2016
Nishol
Very comfortable
8/10
Excellent
16 Oct 2016
Myron

Lovely old hotel, great location

The room was large, clean and comfortable. The served a good breakfast. Secure parking area.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2016
Verified traveler

Great location for town access

Very comfortable, lovely staff, nice breakfasts. Safe, easy to park, very good value for money.
8/10
Excellent
24 Nov 2015
Verified traveler

Thought provoking

Enjoyed very much, room clean and freindly staff eventhough it was still under construction.
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2015
Verified traveler

Wonderful Place to Stay!!

Bartholomew's loft and bedrooms were cozy, clean and bright. The weather was a bit chilly but our accommodations were perfect for our stay. The Loft is walking distance to center city and a reasonable drive to other local treasures such as Kenton-on-Sea, Port Alfred and Port Elizabeth so it's a great home base. Staff went out of their way to assist us and our stay was wonderful! This Canadian family enjoyed their 21 day stay immensely and will definitely return.
Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2024
Leonel

Ótimo custo x benefício.

Ótimo custo x benefício. Quarto enorme e aconchegante. Café da manhã muito bom. Staff prestativo e eficiente. Bem localizado.
Partner

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Bartholomew S Loft
St Bartholomew St, 1A, Grahamstown, South Africa

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