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Drostdy Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Lobby lounge
Outdoor pool
The Drostdy Hotel in Graaff-Reinet offers rejuvenating treatments at Africology Spa and delectable meals at De Camdeboo restaurant. Enjoy a peaceful garden, outdoor pool, and library. Staff members are consistently praised for their attentive service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Basic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Bachelor Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Graaff-Reinet is home to Drostdy Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Karoo Nature Reserve and Camdeboo National Park, while Hester Rupert Art Museum and Old Library are cultural highlights. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like game viewing.
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Map
30 Church St, Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, 6280

What's nearby

  • Drostdy - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Monument to the Independent Colony of Graaff-Reinet - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Graaff-Reinet Dutch Reform Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Camdeboo National Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Valley of Desolation - 22 min drive - 9.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Hello You - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Afrikanis Tasying Room - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Coldstream Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pioneers Restaurant & Beer Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Maria's Coffee Roastery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Drostdy Hotel

Luxury boutique hotel
Consider a stay at Drostdy Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Indulge in a facial, a manicure/pedicure, and a massage at Africology Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, De Camdeboo, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Drostdy Hotel include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free extra beds and travel cribs
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • De Camdeboo

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

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)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

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

Drostdy Graaff-Reinet
Drostdy Hotel
Drostdy Hotel Graaff-Reinet
Drostdy
Drostdy Hotel Hotel
Drostdy Hotel by NEWMARK
Drostdy Hotel Graaff-Reinet
Drostdy Hotel Hotel Graaff-Reinet

Frequently asked questions

Does Drostdy Hotel have a pool?

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

Is Drostdy Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Drostdy Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Drostdy Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Drostdy Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Drostdy Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Drostdy Hotel located?

Situated in Graaff-Reinet, this luxury hotel is steps from Hester Rupert Art Museum, Drostdy, and Old Library. Monument to the Independent Colony of Graaff-Reinet and Krugersdorp Monument are just steps away.

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Drostdy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 395 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 395 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 395 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 395 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 395 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One issue was that the bath did not drain and the shower couldnt close. The staff were fantastic and otherwise all was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The quiet, historical elegance of this beautifully restored hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel exceeds expectations. Starting with the warm welcome at reception, the staff are friendly and professional, the rooms are spacious and beautiful - including a large bathroom with rain shower and old fashioned claw tub. And the food is delicious. I would definitely stay here again. An historic gem of a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a gem. 5 star experience from arrival through to departure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Beautiful bedroom & bathroom. Excellent breakfasts & dinners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms historical property great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, we loved our stay and will definitely be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

An absolute treasure.

A really special place that I will go back to repeatedly. It's just beautiful and so well run. If you are staying in Graaff Reinet, don't even consider missing this gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

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

Best option in charming Graaf Reinet

Another great overnight stay at one of the best small hotels in South Africa. Large comfortable room tastefully decorated surrounded by magnificent surrounds and gardens all centrally located in the charming town of Graaf Reinet and just a short stroll from great coffee shops and points of interest.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Best hotel ever

Beautiful historic hotel. Staff were amazing. Food was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Posh and comfortable.

Friendly staff, comfortable beds with all the amenities of a posh hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, would definitely recommend this for visitors wanting to enjoy a piece of important history and architecture in Graaff Reinet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful spot full of old world charm. Really helpful staff and beautifully appointed spacious bedrooms. The dinner at the restaurant is also great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

best food I had in South Africa

Wonderful stay. The staff are super friendly and responsive, Also the best food I had in South Africa. Great base for seeing desolation valley.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frieda

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

Great in all aspects

Everything was perfect as always.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DIEDERICK

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

Very good

Great dinner, lovely room and history - service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is the only place to stay in Graaff-Reinet! Wonderful unmissable experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Petrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Drostdy is an iconic place and definitely worth a visit because of its unique features (architecture, green and recreational areas, location in the centre of town and proximity to natural and cultural high points
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

N.

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

Excellent stay

It was amazing . You need an executive room as standaard is too basic
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

The Gem in Graaff Reinet

Beautiful decorated rooms. Attention to detail you will find in the room and on the property. The food at the restaurant was also very good. Staff very friendly. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Albena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel! The room was great - comfortable and spacious. The reception staff was friendly. However, we were not completely satisfied with the quality of the dinner dishes, as well as the service provided by the breakfast personnel. They messed up the food orders a few times, and it took forever to get our coffees.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie A

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

Overnight

On arrival we decided to.upgrade to a.suite. the room was beautifully decorated, with lounge area and a fantastic bathroon. Lovely quiet patio with access to the large.car park ( secure). Pool area opposit our room, with towels. Hotel in centre of town with lovely gallery and wine shop attached. Bar is also lovely and cool All.staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous environment and loved our stay. One blip the service from the kitchen very slow - we waited 45 minutes for dinner. Staff excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryna

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

Drosdy Hotel, Graaff Reinet

We only stayed overnight, but as usual everything was exellent, from the welcome to checking out. Staff all very friendly and well informed. The food was delicious, the breakfast spread was well stocked with many choices, hot and cold. When in Graaff Reinet we always stay at the Drosdy Hotel. They have added carports for parking which is a big plus when the weather is bad. I highly recommend the Drosdy Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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