The Milner by The Oyster Collection

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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Milner by The Oyster Collection in Grahamstown offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, water sports facilities, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and bar. Free on-site private parking is available. Prime Location: Located 8 minutes from St Michael and St George Cathedral and 0.6 mi from Observatory Museum Grahamstown. Nearby attractions include the South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity and 1820 Settlers Monument. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive staff, comfortable rooms, and delicious breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Thoneka
United States United States
“We loved everything about this property, we loved the staff especially Aphiwe and our breakfast was always delicious and perfect compliments to the Chef.”
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything! From the welcome to the sumptuous bedrooms, guest lounges, garden and swimming pool. Brilliant breakfasts and an efficient laundry service. A 5 star stay.”
Thomas
United States United States
“A gem of a place! An absolutely stunning property (inside and out). Our room and bathroom were huge and beautifully decorated. The bed was extremely comfortable and the linens fresh and crisp. We slept like babies. Very friendly and helpful staff.”
Peter
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent breakfast and very convenient location for St Andrews and DSG”
Werner
South Africa South Africa
“The staff was fantastic and went out of their way to help.”
Ralph
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful common areas and garden. Warm welcome and super attentive staff.”
Sanel
South Africa South Africa
“The staff was friendly and accommodating. The place clean and comfortable”
Rachel
South Africa South Africa
“Aphiwe is really a fantastic host, friendly and amenable and an asset to The Milner - we have returned a number of times and are always happy to see him! The Milner is an excellent guesthouse in Grahamstown - close to the schools which is the main...”
Amanda
South Africa South Africa
“It's close to my kid's school and very safe.”
Rosemary
South Africa South Africa
“The property is within close proximity to the school. The rooms a beautifully decorated and the staff are very welcoming.”

Host Info

9.8
Host Review Score
The Milner is the new sister of 8A Grahamstown, one of the city's favourite boutique guest houses. Only a stone's throw from The Highlander, The Milner is presents the same exacting luxury finishes, only this time with an eclectic African twist. Linda and her team manage every detail with just as much attention as Caroline at 8A. The Milner's honesty bar has the same popular range to be enjoyed in the comfortable lounges and expansive garden, pool area and around the fire pit. A private library for meetings or homework complements the separate teenagers den. The guest house has ample off street parking.
The Milner is part of our Oyster Collection group of self catering and boutique guest houses located in the Eastern and Western Cape. The Collection has grown over 10 years from its first establishment in Kenton-on-Sea in 2007 always focussing on quality of accommodation and attention to detail with service. We love providing a quality product and seeing our guests enjoy their stay.
Milner Street in Grahamstown is centrally located and very close to all the schools as well as Rhodes University, the Law Courts and the main shops. The town has a lot of history to explore with loverly coffee shops, art galleries and museums.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Area info

Amenities of The Milner by The Oyster Collection

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

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
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Milner by The Oyster Collection 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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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