Eight Bells Mountain Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

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Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

Family Room (Swiss Village) | Mountain view

Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
Breakfast included
Pool
Housekeeping
Laundry

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

2 bedrooms

Down duvet

34 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Family Triple Room (Pool Terrace )

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

2 bedrooms

Down duvet

34 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Family Unit - Rose Court (Double/Twin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

2 bedrooms

Down duvet

34 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Mountain view
60 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double/Twin Room - Palm Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Mountain view
21 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Unit - Palm Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

2 bedrooms

Down duvet

Mountain view
24 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Twin Rooms - Rose Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

Blackout drapes/curtains

20 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Double/Twin Rondavels

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

Blackout drapes/curtains

19 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room (Swiss Village)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Portable fan

2 bedrooms

Mountain view
21 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Foot of Robinson Pass, On R328, Garden Route, Ruiterbos, Western Cape, 6500

What's nearby

Hartenbos Seefront - 33 min drive - 20.9 miles
Diaz Beach - 37 min drive - 24.5 miles
Santos Beach - 39 min drive - 25.4 miles
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 39 min drive - 25.6 miles
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 46 min drive - 18.8 miles

Getting around

George (GRJ) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sonop Farm & Road Stall - ‬11 min drive
‪Boerqi Bistro at Ruiterbos Farm Stall - ‬11 min walk
‪Boerqi Bistro - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Eight Bells Mountain Inn

Upscale family-friendly hotel in the mountains

You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Eight Bells Mountain Inn. Active travelers can enjoy mountain biking, horseback riding, and racquetball/squash at this hotel. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Oak Room Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
An outdoor tennis court, RV/bus/truck parking, and an area shuttle
Supervised childcare (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and local meal delivery service

Room features

All guestrooms at Eight Bells Mountain Inn boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Children's books, childcare services, and free infant beds
Shared bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

Free English breakfast
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

Oak Room Restaurant

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding/rentals
Library
Mountain biking
Outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Playground
Racquetball/squash

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Children's books
Children's games
Children's pool
Children's toys
Fenced pool
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Pool gate
Separate bedroom
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Trampoline

Conveniences

Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages

Business services

Computer station
Conference space
Meeting room

Outdoors

Garden
In the mountains
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

1 floor
Banquet hall
Built in 1930
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Free crib
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shared bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Meal delivery service
Room service

Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Portable fan
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Free cribs are available on request at the property

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Eight Bells Inn

Eight Bells Mountain

Eight Bells Mountain Inn

Eight Bells Mountain Inn Ruiterbos

Eight Bells Mountain Ruiterbos

Eight Bells Mountain Inn Hotel

Eight Bells Mountain Inn Ruiterbos

Eight Bells Mountain Inn Hotel Ruiterbos

Frequently asked questions

Does Eight Bells Mountain Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Eight Bells Mountain Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Eight Bells Mountain Inn located?

This family-friendly Ruiterbos hotel is located in the mountains, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Hartenbos Seefront and Langeberg Mall are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Eight Bells Mountain Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Great, historic hotel in a beautiful setting.We had an overnight stay in Palm Court which worked well for our family. Staff were very friendly and attentive. We had drinks in the atmospheric bar and had both dinner and breakfast in the restaurant - good food, good choice and excellent service.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

We had a wonderful stay. The staff were wonderful. The food very tasty. The grounds of the hotel spacious and beautiful. We especially enjoyed playing bowls on thier bowls lawn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10

Værelset var fugtigt og med en del insekter og firben

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10

We had been here before. Just as good as the first time we stayed. Brilliant highly recommended,

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10

The breakfasts were good if not exciting. The other meals were unimaginative. The menu is dated and needs some serious upgrading. However we did appreciate the service, the spotless white table cloths and real silverware .

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10

It’s fine for the price. Needs a revamp, not correct to say its in Mossel Bay as it’s a good 30km outside it.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10

Beautiful part of the Cape and very tranquil and peaceful.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10

It was a last minute booking before a meeting at Mosselbay. It was definitely worth the few extra kilometers: the place is wonderful, the staff is really nice (they actually waited for us as we arrived around 9.30 pm, to serve us an excellent dinner)... I just look forward to coming back here with my family next time!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10

We stayed one night, and would not return, the area is rather remote and we were on our way to Knysna and opted to break the journey, we wouldn't do it the next time. The bathroom was so cold, it was uncomfortable, and whilst the bedroom had a heat A/C it was still cold, and water was coming in thru the front door, which we had to ask for towels to soak up the rain water.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018