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Eight Bells Mountain Inn

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins
Terrace/patio
Family Room (Swiss Village) | Mountain view
Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins | Balcony view
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov

Explore the area

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Foot of Robinson Pass, On R328, Garden Route, Ruiterbos, Western Cape, 6500
  • Place, Diaz Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Santos Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Double/Twin Room - Palm Court

Double/Twin Room - Palm Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Fan
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Unit - Palm Court

Family Unit - Palm Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
Fan
Premium bedding
Balcony or patio
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
  • 24 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double/Twin Rondavels

Double/Twin Rondavels

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Air-conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room (Swiss Village)

Family Room (Swiss Village)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
Fan
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 21 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Rooms - Rose Court

Twin Rooms - Rose Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Unit - Rose Court (Double/Twin)

Family Unit - Rose Court (Double/Twin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
Fan
Premium bedding
Balcony or patio
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
  • 34 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin)

Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
Fan
Premium bedding
Balcony or patio
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
  • 34 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins

Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Fan
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air-conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Triple Room (Pool Terrace )

Family Triple Room (Pool Terrace )

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
Fan
Premium bedding
Balcony or patio
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
  • 34 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the area

Ruiterbos

A family-friendly stay in Ruiterbos awaits you at Eight Bells Mountain Inn. You'll be 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 22.4 km (13.9 mi) from Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast. .The restaurant, Oak Room Restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to horse riding/hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. English breakfast is available for free. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Ruiterbos hotel include Hartenbos Seefront and Langeberg Mall.

What's nearby

  • Hartenbos Seefront - 33 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Diaz Beach - 37 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Santos Beach - 39 min drive - 40.8 km
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 39 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 46 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lilliput - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sonop Farm & Road Stall - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Boerqi Bistro - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Eight Bells Mountain Inn

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
Eight Bells Mountain Inn offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Eight Bells Mountain Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Ruiterbos hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1930
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Eight Bells Mountain Inn offers 25 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Ruiterbos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry 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
  • In-room cot
  • 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

  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • 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 lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • 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

More

  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

National rating

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

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

What is the cancellation policy at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Eight Bells Mountain Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eight Bells Mountain Inn on 17 Nov 2025 start from NZ$244.54, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Yep, Eight Bells Mountain Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

The closest beach to Eight Bells Mountain Inn is Diaz Beach (19.9 km).

Does Eight Bells Mountain Inn have a pool?

Eight Bells Mountain Inn has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Eight Bells Mountain Inn a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and romance packages, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Eight Bells Mountain Inn.

Is Eight Bells Mountain Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and supervised childcare, as well as children's books and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Eight Bells Mountain Inn is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Eight Bells Mountain Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary English brekkie is served at Eight Bells Mountain Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

No, Eight Bells Mountain Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

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

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

Historic hotel stay in beautiful moutain setting

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 Excellent

anthony

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

A great choice

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

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

yvonne

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

highly recommended.

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 Excellent

Marietha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marietha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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 Good

Alayne

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

A gem

Beautiful part of the Cape and very tranquil and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ronan, Luxembourg

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

Great place for everyone

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 Okay

Moira

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mountain Inn far from Mossel Bay.

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Glen

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

A nice place in the countryside

The Inn is on a very pretty site. It has a lot on ammenities and a very good invluded breakfast. The bar and restaurant are very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Simple but nice. Staffs are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

Ulf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Be aware

All was good except the most important part, it was completely impossible to sleep since our poolview rooms where just beside a big road with traffic throughout the night, big lorries making a lot of noise !

8/10 Good

margaret

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

Great Steaks

A delightful place to stay with great facilities. The pool is excellent and the extensive grounds are lovely and well maintained. The Inn is historic but is in the middle of nowhere so transport is required. The restaurant is outstanding and I had the best fillet steaks of any during my stay in South Africa.

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa, US

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

Paradise in the wilderness of South Africa

Beyond words, this piece of paradise is a small garden od Eden nestled in the wilderness of south Africa's most beautiful landscapes . We stayed at the swiss family log cabin , and had every amenity possible. The staff was sooo helpful and accommodating in every way, from suggesting outings , room service, free wifi, etc. the cleanliness was impeccable , and the breakfast was first clas, 5 star, with buffet as well as home cooked to order egg. The sound of roosters in the morning and birds chirping would wak us with a smile , and the country like activities for kids, like a donkey cart ride every day, all made us feel like we could truly experience the beauty of nature and the outdoor wonders . Our cabin faced a mountain view that took our breath away as we sat on the large balcony and had our wine and dinner one evening. This place gets a 10 star rating from us ( party of 4 +7 month old infant)

10/10 Excellent

Willy

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

Hideaway

This Hotel was a wonderful surprise on our Trip trough ZA. We fielt at home. The staff is friendly and the Restaurant great. The place made verry good memories to us.

8/10 Good

Simon

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

Beautiful Location Away From The Rush

Eight Bells is located in a beautiful setting. There are lots of activities organised by the hotel such as horse riding and trail walking. The room was a good size and well appointed. The staff were friendly and helpful. The only disappointment was the lack of WiFi service. In this day and age it is inappropriate to limit Internet access in this way (100MB per day between 4 people) and then to charge for additional access.

10/10 Excellent

Deon

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

A hapy environment

Met very friendly on arrival and showed the way to the log cabin which is situated away from the rest of the hotel overlooking the valley. Room clean, neat with underfloor heating which you need on the chilly nights. Staff overall friendly, country hotel in the country side with country cooking! If you want fine dine or trendy food/décor stay away - you only find real country hospitality here!

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Carrigaline

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

Traditional Hideaway

20 miles from the nearest town. Rooms were like the Zulu Round Hut complete with thatched ,circular roof and masses of space