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The Milner

Property class: 4

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and wicker furniture. - The Milner (Makhanda)
A hallway with striped walls, a wooden bench, two lamps, and antler decorations. - The Milner (Makhanda)
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs under a large tree, surrounded by lush greenery. - The Milner (Makhanda)
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a wooden coffee table, and a comfortable sofa. - The Milner (Makhanda)
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view through an open door. - The Milner (Makhanda)
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at The Milner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a ceiling fan, and framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 86 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Pavilion

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a sofa, and a rug.

The Pavilion

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite 1

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair, along with a fireplace and a cowhide rug.

Luxury Suite 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite 2

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

Luxury Suite 2

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Makhanda is home to The Milner. Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George and Elizabeth Salt Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve and Egazini Park. Observatory Museum and Albany Natural Science Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Makhanda travel guide
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12 Milner Street Grahamstown, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St Andrew's College
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rhodes University
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument
    5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Settlers Garden 1820
    5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Restaurants

  • Major Frasers
    14 min walk
  • KFC
    20 min walk
  • The Highlander
    4 min walk
  • Café Delizzia
    14 min walk
  • Revelations
    7 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Milner have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Milner pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Milner?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at The Milner?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Milner located?

Situated in Makhanda, this boutique bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of St Andrew's College, Diocesan School for Girls, and Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Elizabeth Salt Monument are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Milner Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frenando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only one words describes our stay “AMAZING “
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Luyanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An oasis

This was totally unexpected in Grahamstown. The decor, facilities and service were top notch. Even the breakfast was world class. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, quiet neigbhorhood, great breakfast, excellent amenities, clean rooms, and yes, the heated beds!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot. Great location and really nice place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything...My roo was a dream ad the service go Linda and Susana was even more better the my home.. THANK YOU
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very charming and comfortable place to stay. We had Room 1 which was enormous and very quiet. the quality of the furnishings was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely, peaceful morning lace to stay with friendly people and lots of privacy Surprised however that they still maintained the swimming pool and sprinkler during a real water crisis in the town. I know they have their own borehole, but it’s all the same water table.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet . Very pleasant garden and lounge. The room was clean and spacious .very good breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Allan Gray

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017