The Barracks

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.5

About this property

Historic Setting: The Barracks in Colesberg is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a beautiful garden, a cosy bar, and a tennis court. The property also features an outdoor seating area and family rooms. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include air-conditioning, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, and garden or mountain views. Additional amenities include bathrobes, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Delicious Breakfast: A hearty breakfast is provided by the property, highly praised by guests for its quality and variety. Convenient Location: Located in Colesberg, The Barracks offers easy access to local attractions. Free on-site private parking is available for guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Options with:

  • Mountain view

  • Garden view

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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King Room
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
161 feet²
Garden view
Mountain view
Air conditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$50 per night
Original price
US$186.63
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Total before taxes
US$149.30
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US$39 per night
Original price
US$147.50
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US$118
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sharon
South Africa South Africa
“Very welcoming. Comfortable rooms, nice sized room and bathroom. Secure parking.”
Van
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent reception, beautiful room and bathroom. Value for money!”
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Barracks was perfect for what we needed - a quick stopping point that was clean, comfortable, safe, warm, friendly - and an excellent restaurant/ bar just a few minutes walking distance away. I particularly enjoyed the hefty folder of history...”
Stewart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Convenient for a stopover on the way from CT to Joburg. Friendly. Nice characterful room.”
De
South Africa South Africa
“The accommodation was great! The hosts were fantastic, so helpful and welcoming!”
Kevin
South Africa South Africa
“Mike & Annelie were there to meet and welcome us as our vehicle stopped in front of the property. The comforting touches like the warm cosy bedroom, electric blanket on the bed, bathrobes behind the bathroom door, port in the decanter with two...”
Jon
South Africa South Africa
“Comfortable, warm! (It is cold in winter), location and a bit of history...”
Sibongile
South Africa South Africa
“The atmosphere is homely.Warned about possible mosquitos and how to deal with it.Apartment nice and warn with additional electrical blanket.White towels a sighn of good hygien and night gowns.”
Tshilidzi
South Africa South Africa
“The room was spacious, clean & very comfortable, the en suite bathroom also large, clean & had all amenities. Best place for an overnight stay, quiet & private.”
Wayne
South Africa South Africa
“The Battacks remains a favourite as an overnight stay in Colesberg. My family has been staying there for many years and it is always a wonderful experience. Great comfortable beds and the showers are all pretty amazing. We opted for dinner this...”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 315 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We love the hospitality industry and have many years experience running lodges - our passion is the bush and living in the Karoo it is magical with its own unique beauty

Property information

BREAKFAST + DINNER : The dining room is open for Breakfast between 06:30am – 08:30am (Oct – Mar) and 07:00am – 08:30am (Apr – Sep) for a Full English / Continental Breakfast. PETS : Will there be any accompanying pets as only certain units are suitable? We do charge per pet. PARKING : We are enclosed by High palisade fencing, which gets locked at night – we endeavour to get all vehicles etc. inside the parking areas. Parking - NO Trailers / NO Caravans and NO Boats RECEPTION CLOSES AT 09:00pm, No late arrivals will be accepted

Neighbourhood information

The town is steeped in history with a lot of historical buildings and relating to the Boer War

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Barracks

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that dinner needs to be pre-booked at least 24 hours before arrival. Please advise of any dietary requirements.

Please note, only the Classic Family Room is pet-friendly, subject to confirmation from the property.

Please inform The Barracks in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.