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Guesthouse LaRachelle

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Guesthouse LaRachelle

A covered patio area with a tiled floor, wooden beams, and potted plants.
A neatly made bed with a single decorative pillow, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a window and curtains.
A cozy room with a wooden door, a lamp, a framed picture, and a small table with decorative items.
A wooden door with a small window, a tiled floor, and a wooden chair.
A bicycle with a basket and flowers, parked on a tiled floor next to a building with windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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8 Somerset Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740
  • Place, Drostdy Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Swellendam Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and a folded towel, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden bench at the foot of the bed, and a mirror on the wall.

Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a chair, and a small table with a kettle and cups.

Twin Room

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Swellendam

At Guesthouse LaRachelle you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Swellendam Provincial Hospital and Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Swellendam guest house include Drostdy Museum and within 30 minutes you'll find Railton Library.
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What's nearby

  • Drostdy Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Railton Library - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 6 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Vagebond - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grace + Merci - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tredici - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse LaRachelle

Guesthouse LaRachelle offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Guesthouse LaRachelle also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Swellendam guest house.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Guesthouse LaRachelle offers 6 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Swellendam guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Guesthouse LaRachelle

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 100.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 100.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Guesthouse LaRachelle Hotel Swellendam
Guesthouse LaRachelle Hotel
Guesthouse LaRachelle Swellendam
Guesthouse LaRachelle House Swellendam
Guesthouse LaRachelle House
LaRachelle Swellendam
Larachelle Swellendam
Guesthouse LaRachelle Guesthouse
Guesthouse LaRachelle Swellendam
Guesthouse LaRachelle Guesthouse Swellendam

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Guesthouse LaRachelle?

Guesthouse LaRachelle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Guesthouse LaRachelle?

Yep, Guesthouse LaRachelle has a free self car park.

Is Guesthouse LaRachelle family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Guesthouse LaRachelle is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Guesthouse LaRachelle?

No, Guesthouse LaRachelle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Guesthouse LaRachelle?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Guesthouse LaRachelle?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Guesthouse LaRachelle Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stop over travelling from west coast to Knysna
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Gem in Swellendam!

We had an amazing stay, highly recommended! This place was homely, calm, relaxing and friendly! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saubere Unterkunft mit allem was man braucht. Der Hausherr ist sehr sehr freundlich und hatte allerhand Tipps für uns. Wir haben uns wohlgefühlt und würden jederzeit wieder ein Zimmer buchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Die beiden Eigentümer, waren so freundlich und haben uns jeden Wunsch förmluch von den Lippen abgelesen. Wir können diese Unterkunft nur wärmstens empfehlen! Sehr zentral und fussläufig sind diverse Restaurants zu erreichen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRAIANE

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

Recomendo!

Hospedagem maravilhosa, lugar muito limpo e bonito. Pessoal muito atencioso. Recomendo!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johan

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

Superb

It was a verry clean and cofortable gesthouse with walking distanse to the town centre. The hosts were verry welkoming, helpful and arranged a taxi tour to the wineestates for us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We received a warm welcome to a very pretty guesthouse. All facilties and toiletries were provided and breakfast was fresh and tasty!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benoit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un hôte tres agréable. Nous avons été tres bien reçus et le petit déjeuner était parfait. Une personne vraimant charmante, c'était un plaisir.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luiz Octavio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sonja

Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aletta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021