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A Hilltop Country Retreat

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, a quick walk to Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam

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Luxury Double Room
Point of interest
Hiking
View from property
Point of interest

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar

Explore the area

Map
7 Bergsig Avenue, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bukkenburg Pottery Studio
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Drostdy Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Family Suite | Living room

Deluxe Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Portable fan
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Apartment

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
LED TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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2 Bedroom House (no children) | Outdoor dining

2 Bedroom House (no children)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
  • 148 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Family House, 2 Bedrooms

Family House, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 130 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Swellendam

At A Hilltop Country Retreat you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam and Bukkenburg Pottery Studio. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Swellendam guest house include Drostdy Museum and Swellendam Hiking Trail.
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What's nearby

  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 8 min walk
  • Drostdy Museum - 14 min walk
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 18 min drive
  • Bontebok National Park - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tredici - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪De Vagebond Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬9 min walk

About this property

A Hilltop Country Retreat

Guesthouse with free parking, a quick walk to Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
A Hilltop Country Retreat offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly A Hilltop Country Retreat. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Swellendam guest house.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2012
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
A Hilltop Country Retreat offers 8 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodation at this 4-star guest house has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers.

This Swellendam guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 11 AM for a fee: ZAR 80 for adults and ZAR 80 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per stay.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ZAR 80.00 for adults and from ZAR 80.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per stay

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

Yep, A Hilltop Country Retreat has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Hilltop Country Retreat on 19 Mar 2025 start from AU$111.52, 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.

Does A Hilltop Country Retreat have a pool?

A Hilltop Country Retreat has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does A Hilltop Country Retreat serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

No, A Hilltop Country Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

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

Are pets allowed at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

There is a golf course next to A Hilltop Country Retreat.

A Hilltop Country Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Value for money
Lovely setting and room. Excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A true retreat
My wife and I booked one night at the A Hilltop Country Retreat and it was exactly that, a retreat. We had a great stay, the unit was comfortable and clean and will definitely book again and recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gopal, Markham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So Helpful!!
Great little find. Clean, safe, friendly! Went out of their to sort breakfast for us. Allowed us to use their phone to order pizza!! So relaxing and we’ll equipped!! A must stay if you’re in the area!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saeed

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Palatial sized rooms, garden and “stoop” with a welcoming braii already set up and ready to be lit. Beautiful artwork on walls and tasteful decor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Nathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Retreat is conveniently located, the facilities are clean and you have all the necessary items readily available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Hilltop stay
Lana was a excellent hostess. Great property , well kept and very friendly, accommodating team. I suggest having the braai on site as you can order in sides from Lana and go to the local butcher for great meat. Get Great experience and you get to sit to sit at a fire with a glass or two of wine. Fun time!! I would highly recommend staying here s we will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxurious accommodations and very helpful managem!
Beautiful accommodations! Lana, the manager, very helpful with advice on what to do and where to eat! Great recommendations!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room
We loved our stay at Hilltop. The service was exceptional. The front desk was very helpful. We were greeted with a map of the local area and recommendations on where to eat for dinner. The room was extremely spacious. The wood stove was a highlight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dhiraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Place
It is a very cosy and beautiful place. Every detail has been looked into intricately. I just stayed here for a night but wished we could have extended it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Place.!!! All what you wish.... And very quiet! We come again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 140 m apartment.... with 2 bedrooms. Stunning!! The place.... really on the hilltop.... with amazing views down The Valley and very close to the beautiful.... hills!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place - loved it!!
Absolutely amazing place! Really pretty with loads of homely touches. Very reasonably priced for the stay - loved it and will 100% stay again. Eating recommendations provided and the restaurant was delicious. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome, property has a lot of character - a cozy and very pleasant place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable room
We stayed only 1 night, arriving after dark, the accommodation was comfortable and we enjoyed our time there. Staff were friendly, and the room was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice cosy cottage stay
Got a free room upgrade to a family suite. A little too big as there was only 2 of us, but it was nice to have a fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nesreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful lodge with beautiful views
This little find was perfect for our night stay. The room was so lovely and had all the little touches to make our stay perfect. It was a little cold but the open fire made it wonderful and cosy. On our arrival we popped to the store and had a bbq as all the equipment is there for your use. The internet was possibly the best we had in SA on our trip. I cannot fault this place it’s a perfect little lodge. One thing to note is that if you go for bed and breakfast then you have to make the breakfast yourself and they will just pop the items in your fridge.

10/10 Excellent

Giles, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Truly a retreat
The location on the very edge of a nature reserve is stunning. It really is a retreat - the sound in the morning is bird song. Thoughtful touches of coffee and the basic necessities so you can settle in and use the kitchen. We stayed twice going up and down the Garden Route and we will certainly go back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graham, uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You could not wish for better!
From start to finish staff couldn’t be more helpful and every little thing catered for. Really felt like a retreat. Lovely views of the mountains too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

james , london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great setting with great staff.
What s great lodge to break up your trip along the garden route. Shops and restaurants close by. We’re definitely going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay in quiet part of town
Very comfortable and stylish small hotel up the hill and a bit out of town. Walking distance to picturesque nature reserve.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice size room but with issues.
After a prompt and pleasant check in where we were told we'd been upgraded to a deluxe room, we were shown to a nice, large, well appointed room. However, on the evening of our stay, the WiFi didn't work and the staff member we spoke to couldn't resolve it. Then later the cable TV went down also. The toilet cistern kept sticking, so I had to deal with that each time we flushed. The shower didn't drain well which meant you showered with several inches of water around your feet. The roof to the room was steel, not unusual in S.A but it meant we were awoken at 06-30 ish by birds running across the roof and then the roof contracting as the sun heated it up. Also the blinds did very little to keep the light out which again didn't help us sleeping in until a reasonable time. None of these were big deals on there own but we were getting fed up of it by the time we were ready to check out. We would have liked to mention these minor irritations when we left but there was no one in the office when we departed so we just left the key and continued our journey. A shame really as the owner and staff are lovely but a little maintenance is needed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017