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The Ibis Lounge

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Nieu-Bethesda with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Double Room - Karoo | Garden view
Property entrance
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
The Ibis Lounge blends rustic elements with contemporary comforts. Visitors cool off in the outdoor pool or enjoy the sunshine amid garden grounds. The property includes a library for quiet moments and a coffee shop that rounds out the relaxing atmosphere.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Double Room - Karoo | Garden view

Double Room - Karoo

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room - Amore | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room - Amore

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room - Happy | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room - Happy

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Martin Street, Nieu-Bethesda, Eastern Cape, 6286

What's nearby

  • Nieu-Bethesda Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • The Bushman Heritage Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Owl House Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kitching Fossil Exploration Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Camdeboo National Park - 60 min drive - 37.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Karoo Lamb - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Die Waenhuis Pub & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Antie Eveline se eetplek - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Stirlings At The Ibis - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nieu Karoo Country Kitchen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ibis Lounge

Property highlights
At The Ibis Lounge, you can look forward to free breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Ibis Lounge, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also expect to find a garden, a library and a bar.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby and a gift shop
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ibis Lounge have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities like safes and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Ibis Lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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

We should mention

Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Ibis Lounge B&B Nieu-Bethesda
Ibis Lounge B&B
Ibis Lounge Nieu-Bethesda
The Ibis Lounge Nieu-Bethesda
The Ibis Lounge Bed & breakfast
The Ibis Lounge Bed & breakfast Nieu-Bethesda

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ibis Lounge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Ibis Lounge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Ibis Lounge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ibis Lounge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ibis Lounge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Ibis Lounge located?

Situated in Nieu-Bethesda, this bed & breakfast is steps from Nieu-Bethesda Church, The Bushman Heritage Museum, and Kitching Fossil Exploration Centre. Owl House Museum is just steps away.

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Reviews

The Ibis Lounge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Memorable

Unexpected excellence in a quaint old country dorp. An old house beautifully renovated but without being ultra modern. Welcomed by Barbara with great friendliness and always there to help, We also had dinner one night and it was of the highest standard Unreservedly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply, the Four Seasons of Nieu Bethesda. No, make that Five.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elsabe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing stay in the heart of the Karoo. The guesthouse is beautiful, and the owner was helpful and kind. Super good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Comfortable guesthouse and gourmet restaurant

Best place to stay in Nieu Bethesda. So comfortable, clean, centrally located. Stunning restaurant with a 6-course set menu hand-crafted by a chef who forages and grows her own ingredients. An unbelievably gourmet experience in the most beautiful village in the Karoo. This is a must-do on a Nieu Bethesda itinerary.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay here. Room was lovely and breakfast delicious. Staff very friendly and helpful. God job!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop over, friendly hosts and the unique atmosphere of Nieu Bethesda
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Johanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great meals and atmosphere

Wonderfully friendly hosts, in a lovely guesthouse, superb food and hospitality. The hosts Johan and Barbara will bent over backwards to meet your demands. The rooms are clean and spacious. It is an old house and I found the room very hot and without the fan it would have been torture. The room had a fridge and tea and coffee facilities, a bath and shower. Very pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ronel

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

A delightful stay

What an amazing stay we had at the Ibis. Barbara our host was a delight. Nothing was any trouble to her to make us as comfortable and made us feel at home from when we arrived until we left. The dinner was define with a fire going in the background. We loved our stay and we will definitely be back. Nieu-Bethesda touched our hearts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nieu-bethesda

WE had a pleasant overnight stay with friendly service and a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anna M

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

Stay at The Ibis Lounge Nieu Bethesda

Wow! What an awesome welcome we had by owners Johan and Barbara. Room was spotless and service excellent. Presentation and quality of the meals (dinner and breakfast) was superb. Thank you again for your hospitality and the lovely time we had. See you soon!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

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