5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Nice small town with a good vibe in a beautiful setting at the foot of the mountains. Loved it so much stayed on the return trip along the garden route.
Swellendam
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Aan de Oever Guesthouse
21 Faure street, 21 Swellendam Western Cape
The price is SAR 330 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
SAR 330
SAR 379 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf guesthouse in Swellendam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Drostdy Museum and Bukkenburg ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (106 reviews)
Excellent location
Beautiful setting, views were great from our Fish Eagle loft. Walking distance to museums, restaurants and the little town centre. Short drive to farms and nature reserve.
Reviewed on 5 December 2020
Aan de Eike Guest House
C/O Swellengrebel St. Swellendam Western Cape
The price is SAR 337 per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
SAR 337
SAR 389 total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Swellendam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bukkenburg Pottery Studio and Drostdy Museum are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews)
Lovely for the price
Reviewed on 3 January 2026
A Riverbed Guesthouse
7 River Lane Swellendam Western Cape
The price is SAR 444 per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
SAR 444
SAR 511 total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Swellendam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Drostdy Museum and Bukkenburg Pottery Studio ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
We had a great stay here - the pool was heated at an ideal temperature, the room was clean and very spacious, and Melani was very friendly and helpful whenever we needed assistance. Also, the accommodation is situated in a safe and quiet area, with different cafés and restaurants within walking distance. ...
Reviewed on 1 January 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
A Riverbed Guesthouse
7 River Lane Swellendam Western Cape
Stay at this aparthotel in Swellendam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Drostdy Museum and Bukkenburg Pottery Studio ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
We had a great stay here - the pool was heated at an ideal temperature, the room was clean and very spacious, and Melani was very friendly and helpful whenever we needed assistance. Also, the accommodation is situated in a safe and quiet area, with different cafés and restaurants within walking distance. ...
Reviewed on 1 January 2026
Kwetu Guest Farm
Buffeljagsrivier Swellendam Western Cape
Stay at this cottage in Swellendam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Bontebok National Park and Drostdy Museum are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
A great experience on the farm! We loved it! The giraffes, emus, ostriches, and antelopes let us have a private safari in our back yard.
Reviewed on 3 December 2025
Arumvale Country House
7 South Hermitage Road Swellendam Western Cape
Stay at this cottage in Swellendam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Swellendam Golf Course and Swellendam Hiking Trail ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
Lovely charming place for a couple or small family
Lovely people and charming place. Could help self to vegetables in the garden or even the eggs from the chickens for breakfast which was a hit with the kids. Only drawback was that it was a bit of a squash, we should have booked a third room. The rooms are called “two bedroom” but they are actually ...
Reviewed on 28 December 2019
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Bontebok National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Bontebok National Park, a lovely green space in Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Drostdy Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Drostdy Museum during your trip to Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Bukkenburg Pottery Studio
Enjoy an outing to Bukkenburg Pottery Studio during your stay in Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Swellendam Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Swellendam at Swellendam Golf Course. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam is just one of the places to see in Swellendam, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Swellendam Hiking Trail
You can take time to visit Swellendam Hiking Trail during your travels to Swellendam. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Reviews of Swellendam
4.7
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
We‘re really sorry we didn’t spend longer in Swellendam; it’s a beautiful little town!
- Bontebok National Park
- Drostdy Museum
- Bukkenburg Pottery Studio
- Swellendam Golf Course
- Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
- Swellendam Hiking Trail
- Duiwelsbos Waterfall
- Montagu Hot Springs
- Montagu Village Market
- Viljoensdrift Winery
- Van Loveren Family Vineyards
- Montagu Museum
- Hick's Art Gallery
- Montagu Nature Garden
- Cape Floral Region Protected Areas
- South Africa's Peace Pagoda
- Montagu Golf Club
- Marbrin Olive Farm
- Barrydale Labyrinth
- Platform 62 Tourism Centre
- Wilderbraam Berry Estate
