The Lantern Guesthouse

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.4

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Lantern Guest house in Bloemfontein offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool. The property features a garden, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout the guest house. Convenient Location: Located 6.8 mi from Bram Fischer International Airport, the guest house is a short walk from Preller Square. Nearby attractions include Oliewenhuis Art Gallery (1.9 mi) and National Museum Bloemfontein (3.1 mi). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for room cleanliness, attentive host, and excellent service support.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Kabelo
South Africa South Africa
“The spacious and cleanness in the room. I don’t want to talk about the stuff plus they were the best all the time.”
Deverani
Australia Australia
“Super comfortable, exquisitely designed and furnished, Provides all the required amenities to make you stay relaxed .”
Selina
South Africa South Africa
“The location is very quite and it's easy to get around. It's closer to Preller Mall. We requested breakfast and it was nicely prepared and delicious.”
Lindi
South Africa South Africa
“I liked everything. The location, the cleanliness of the place, the friendliness of the staff.”
Natalie
South Africa South Africa
“We stayed in Room 7 and had a great experience. Nicolette was very welcoming and showed us around on arrival. The room was clean, well maintained, and had air conditioning. We really enjoyed the lovely view of the pool. The room is ideal for a...”
Lefa
South Africa South Africa
“Warm welcome, very clean rooms, and exactly as shown in the pictures. Our expectations were exceeded, highly enjoyable stay.”
Fezeka
South Africa South Africa
“I loved the location. It felt safe and we could easily walk to the mall because it wasn’t far at all. The guesthouse itself was also really nice, our room was clean, smelled good and had everything we needed. Overall, the space was comfortable and...”
Bongo
South Africa South Africa
“The room was comfortable and warm - The pool was clean and refreshing to the eyes and The host Marieta Landman is so accommodating and always making sure that you are comfortable.”
Tina
South Africa South Africa
“Staff friendliness & bed was comfortable. The electric blanket was a sweet bonus during the cold night. And there was actual hot water.”
Manyanye
South Africa South Africa
“The owner of the place is very nice The room is very clean and you can get anything you ask for”

Hosted by Marieta Landman

9.4
Host Review Score
Marieta Landman
The Lantern Guesthouse is a family-owned guesthouse nestled in the heart of Bloemfontein, offering a comfortable and welcoming stay with a personal touch. Our name reflects our commitment to creating a space where guests feel at ease — a place of warmth, hospitality, and quality service designed to make every stay enjoyable. We pride ourselves on attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere where guests can unwind and recharge after a busy day. We aim to make every visit memorable by exceeding expectations and creating an experience that feels both comfortable and meaningful.
Our guesthouse is hosted by Marieta Landman, whose impressive career spans over 30 years in the customer care industry. Marieta’s diverse experience across multiple sectors has honed her skills in delivering superb service, making her adept at anticipating and meeting the needs of our guests.
Located just 3.1 km from Oliewenhuis Art Gallery, our guesthouse offers comfortable and well-appointed accommodation, a recreational area, and barbecue facilities. We provide all our guests complimentary parking, free Wi-Fi, and a shared kitchen. Our rooms have a flat-screen TV, a coffee station, fresh bed linen, and en-suite bathrooms with a shower, washbasin, and toilet. Our location is ideal for those exploring the vibrant city of Bloemfontein. We are just 1.2 km from Preller Square and 2 km from Northridge Mall. 3.4 km from Gallery On Leviseur Bloemfontein, while the National Museum Bloemfontein is 5 km away. Schoeman Park Golf Club is 7.9 km from our guesthouse, and the nearest airport, Bram Fischer International, is just 11 km away. We are also within a 5-10 minute drive from City Med Day Hospital and Medi Clinic.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of The Lantern Guesthouse

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Lantern Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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