Lord Milner Hotel

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

The Lord Milner Hotel is located in the historic village of Matjiesfontein in the Karoo region, just of the N1 highway. This Victorian style hotel features a garden and restaurant. The rooms at the hotel combine old world charm and modern conveniences. The hotel also has budget rooms at the Matjies Motel, located within the hotels gardens. Traditional South African and Karoo cuisine is served in the restaurant. Drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. Guests can explore the historic buildings and museums in the village, relax by the pool or in the lounge area. Laingsburg is 19 mi away and Worcester is within 1.5 hours drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • 2 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Peter
South Africa South Africa
“Enjoyable dinner & breakfast. Comfortable, stylish bedroom.”
Mathilde
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful gardens and historical atmosphere genuine, real antiques and furnishings and hotel was not modernised at the expense of authenticity. Staff very friendly and welcoming, meals and breakfast very lekker”
Genevieve
South Africa South Africa
“The food was excellent - enormous breakfast, lots of variety, fresh and tasty! The dinner was fantastic too. The staff are incredible.”
Claire
South Africa South Africa
“We were upgraded and spent a comfortable night. The meals were awesome! The 5 minute bus ride around the town was great fun! Nice warm fires in the dining room and pub. Would recommend a stay here - historical!”
Nico
South Africa South Africa
“What a superb experience! Staff wonderfully friendly and helpful, room was light, airy and welcoming, dinner superb and breakfast even better!”
Debra
United States United States
“Gorgeous Victorian hotel and don’t miss the bus tour!!”
Brian
United States United States
“Quaint old hotel with well trained staff and a wonderful character”
Jorge
South Africa South Africa
“The dinner was fabulous! Breakfast very good spread of fruits and cheeses. A decent coffee making machine is available for a selection of coffees. The room is spacious and the balcony fabulous. A pod coffee machine is also available in the room.”
Adeela
South Africa South Africa
“We loved the tranquility of the hotel and the area. The bus tour, with the humorous commentary from the guide, was so enjoyable .”
Lola
Namibia Namibia
“everything was as expected. I will stay at the Hotel anytime again. Breakfast, dinner and rooms very good.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
The Hotel Dining Room
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
The Laird's Arms
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Lunch

Amenities of Lord Milner Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • 2 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 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

0 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 305 per child, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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