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Big Five Guest House
3 stars

Big Five Guest House

27 Atwell Madala Street, 5099 Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
+27 475 341 230
From
C$ 57
Cheapest

rate per night

7.4
Good

based on 49 reviews

Big Five Guest House
Wed 15/5
-
Thu 16/5

About Big Five Guest House

  • Guesthouse Room / Entire Guesthouse
    The comforts of home away from home
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free
Featuring African-style décor, family-run Big Five Guest House is the Northcrest suburb of Umtata. It offers a patio with braai barbecue and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV. Parking and Wi-Fi are free. Each room has dark wooden furniture and a modern, fully-tiled bathroom with free toiletries. A Full English breakfast is served daily in the breakfast room or on the sun deck. Packed lunches and dinner can be arranged on request. There are also several restaurants in central Umtata, a 5-minute drive away. Nelson Mandela National Museum is 4 minutes by car from the Guest House Big Five, and the Umtata Country Club and Golf Course is 6 minutes away. Umtata Airport is 17 km away.

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Latest deals for Big Five Guest House

Wed 15/5
Thu 16/5
Standard Room
bed type unknown
1 queen bed
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Big Five Guest House

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled Access
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/Lounge

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Big Five Guest House

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7.4
GoodBased on 49 verified guest reviews
7.6Friends
6.5Families
6.8Solo
7.8Couples

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Location

27 Atwell Madala Street, 5099 Mthatha, Eastern Cape

What's nearby

  • Nelson Mandela Museum2.8 km
  • Savoy Conference Centre3.8 km
  • Mtata Dam5.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

When to book a room at Big Five Guest House

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FAQs when booking at Big Five Guest House

  • Where is Big Five Guest House located?

    Big Five Guest House is located at 27 Atwell Madala Street, 2.6 km from the centre of Mthatha. Nelson Mandela Museum is the closest landmark to Big Five Guest House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Big Five Guest House?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Big Five Guest House.

  • Does Big Five Guest House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Big Five Guest House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Big Five Guest House offer free parking?

    Yes, Big Five Guest House offers free parking.

  • How far is Big Five Guest House from the airport?

    Big Five Guest House is 11.5 km from Mthatha Umtata.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Big Five Guest House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Big Five Guest House in Mthatha and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Big Five Guest House and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Big Five Guest House.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.6

Distance to downtown

2.6 km

Nearest Airport

Mthatha Umtata

Distance to airport

11.5 km