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Homestays in Grahamstown

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The best homestays in Grahamstown

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Grahamstown and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    Set in Grahamstown, Calming Waters Guesthouse offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$41.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape region, with 1820 Settlers Monument and St Michael and St George Cathedral nearby, Sunnyside Haven features accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$69.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Imani Guest House is situated in Grahamstown, 2.2 km from Observatory Museum Grahamstown and 2.4 km from St Michael and St George Cathedral.

    From US$47.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Situated in Grahamstown, within 4.1 km of 1820 Settlers Monument and 18 km of Thomas Baines Nature Reserve, Malabana Guest House features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking...

    From US$43.47 per night
  • Mountain View

    Grahamstown
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

    Mountain View is set in Grahamstown, 40 km from Lalibela Private Game Reserve, 3 km from St Michael and St George Cathedral, and 3.2 km from Observatory Museum Grahamstown.

    From US$33.91 per night
  • Milner Manor

    Grahamstown
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews

    Situated in Grahamstown and only 2.4 km from 1820 Settlers Monument, Milner Manor features accommodation with pool views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$110.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located in Grahamstown, 3.1 km from 1820 Settlers Monument and 16 km from Thomas Baines Nature Reserve, Thami residence - Self catering offers air conditioning.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

    Located in Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape region, Villa Palesa Guesthouse provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a sauna.

    From US$98.54 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Grahamstown and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, A Stone's Throw Accommodation features accommodation with balcony, around 5.8 km from 1820 Settlers Monument.

Save money on homestays in Grahamstown and nearby – budget options available

  • Kwa mfundisi

    West Hill
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.3
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Situated 39 km from Lalibela Private Game Reserve, 2.5 km from St Michael and St George Cathedral and 2.8 km from Observatory Museum Grahamstown, Kwa mfundisi features accommodation set in West Hill.

    From US$64.31 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: US$47.09
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
    Really lovely host and her family❤️
    Guest review by
    malou
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$140.85
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews
    Excellence all round. Huge room with excellent furnishings and expansive common areas. Superb breakfast. Mo & his team were really great hosts.
    Guest review by
    Gerry
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$89.73
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
    Ideally located to access Rhodes University and local coffee shops. Beautiful old building with great host
    Guest review by
    Lenore
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$104.33
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
    The staff. Natalie and her team are is great hosts, going above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. Then there's the breakfast! Absolutely delicious. It's exactly like it looked on the pictures.
    Guest review by
    Tendai
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
    Lovely place and lovely host Very clean and the host communicates well
    Guest review by
    Xolo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$75.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
    Great location for walking down to the university. Lovely hosts. We had a very comfortable stay. Electric blankets are always appreciated in winter!
    Guest review by
    Aiysha
    Group
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
    Beautiful room with necessary amenities. Precaution taken if loadshedding was implemented. Thandi is a great host and very friendly. Beautiful scenery.
    Guest review by
    Hannelie
    Young couple