Bayswater Lodge

In a quiet northern suburb of Bloemfontein, Bayswater Lodge is a 4-star guesthouse minutes from the CBD and about 10 minutes from the airport. It sits close to Orchid House, Oliewne Art Gallery, Franklin Game Reserve and the Free State National Botanical Garden.

Choose from a dozen-plus air-conditioned, en‑suite rooms with private balconies, fridges/minibars and desks for work or winding down. Rooms offer TVs with M‑Net/DSTV, bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. The property blends warm, homey décor with social spaces like a lapa, guest lounge with a fireplace and a games area.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, relax on the terrace and stroll the gardens. There are braai/barbecue facilities, a bar/lounge for evening drinks, a hair salon, an arcade/playroom for kids and secure on‑site parking with controlled access and cameras. Tour assistance, transfers and even access to a doctor are available.

Rooms come with desks and complimentary wireless internet throughout the property. Free self parking is available onsite and staff offer shuttle/tour assistance for a surcharge.

Enjoy English breakfasts served for a fee and occasional home‑cooked dinners on request during the week. The on‑site bar/lounge pours drinks and the restaurant serves regional flavors for a down‑home Bloemfontein taste.