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Mansfield Private Reserve

Address: R67, Mansfield Game Reserve, Port Alfred

 

Phone: 079 968 0222

 

Email: mansfield@riverhotels.com

 

Website: riverhotels.com/hotels

 

Packages: There are 2 specials, vaild until 15 December 2023:

 

Couples Special: R2000 for 2 nights in a self-catering cottage. Includes a bottle of sparkling wine and a mini cheese platter.

 

Eagle’s nest Adventure: R1800 for 2 nights off the grid stay for 2 in Eagle’s Nest cabin and guided nature walk.

 

Mansfield Private Reserve is a 3-star private reserve situated along the Kowie River, approximately 11 kilometres from Port Alfred. The reserve is also popular with day visitors. Enjoy a self-guided game drive or braai at one of the designated picnic spots near the swimming pool for a small fee.

137 Highstreet Guesthouse

Address: 137 Highstreet, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 3242

 

Email: info@grahamstownaccom.co.za

 

Website: www.grahamstownaccom.co.za

 

Packages: R830 Single Occupancy excluding breakfast per night.

R950 Single Occupancy including breakfast per night.

R1280 Sharing Occupancy excluding breakfast per night. 

R1520 Sharing Occupancy including breakfast per night. 

 

137 Highstreet Guesthouse is situated adjacent to Rhodes University and within easy walking distance of the High Court, Schools, Museums, Shops and Restaurants. This historic guest house, with its solid yellow wood floors and ceilings, has recently been completely renovated into a modern, comfortable establishment without losing its old-world charm.

28 Seymour Unit (BnB)

Address: 28 Seymour Street, Oatlands North, Makhanda

 

Phone: 082 616 5949

 

Email: mnodada@imaginet.co.za

 

Website: www.airbnb.com/28 Seymour Unit

 

Price: R675 per night

 

BnB is a self-catering family unit flat with 2 bedrooms consisting of 1 queen bed, 1 king bed and 2 twin beds. It is in close proximity to Graeme College and a mere 2,9km drive to Rhodes University.

Graham Hotel

Address: 123 High Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 084 678 3197

 

Email: a.elliott@afritemba.com

 

Website: www.grahamhotel.com/contact-us

 

Prices: Contact the hotel directly for prices.

 

Graham Hotel is a superior 3-Star hotel – offering a variety of tasteful, individually decorated rooms and luxury suites, as well as a state-of-the-art corporate event, conference and personal function facilities; travel and car rental services; and various restaurants and entertainment and live music venues – all within the town centre.

The Halyards Hotel & Spa

Address: 1 Albany Road, Royal Alfred Marina, Port Alfred (57,2 km from Makhanda)

 

Phone: 046 624 8525

 

Email: reservations@riverhotels.com

 

Website: https://riverhotels.com/

 

Packages: Couple special: R3300 – covers a two night stay for two. Includes breakfast, a boat cruise and couples back, neck and shoulder massage.

 

Family madness: R3500 – two night stay for 2 adults and one child under 12. Includes meals. 

 

The 3-star Halyards Hotel & Spa is situated on the waterfront of the Royal Alfred Marina in Port Alfred, in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. The Halyards Hotel is well-known for its big lady barge, “The Spirit of Adventure”, and its family-orientated packages, which attracted many festival-goers in the past.

The Milner

Address: 12 Milner Road, Makhanda

 

Phone: 021 876 2112

 

Email: reservations@oystercollection.co.za

 

Website: www.themilner.co.za/

 

Package: Contact the guesthouse directly for prices.

 

The Milner is a luxury guest house known as “an oasis of calm”. The guesthouse is fairly close to the Highlander and St Andrew’s College and a walk away from the city center, where almost all of the NAF 2023 action will be taking place.

St Aidens Luxury Guest House

Address: 8A St Aidens Road, Makhanda

 

Phone: 021 876 2112

 

Email: reservations@oystercollection.co.za

 

Website: www.8agrahamstown.co.za/

 

Prices: From R1,145.00 per night

 

Luxury accommodation that is centrally located and ideal for festival attendees. As it is conveniently located, it is also tucked away and quiet enough for extra comfort. It also offers bed and breakfast.

Lindrish’s B&B

Address: 7 Seymour Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 558 6125

 

Email: clngamlana@gmail.com

 

Website: www.grahamstown.co.za

 

Price: Contact B&B directly for price enquiries. 

 

Lindrish’s B&B is a two bedroomed flatlet with two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spacious lounge. Transport to town is offered at a lower price.

A Stone’s Throw & 30 on Oatlands

Address: 9 Stone’s Hill, Route 67, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 651 9244

 

Email: info@astonesthrow.co.za

 

Website: www.astonesthrow.co.za

 

Prices: From R895 per night

 

A Stone’s Throw and 30 on Oatlands Road Accommodation is a unique family-run accommodation collection. They offer the choice of settling at either Stone’s Hill or 30 on Oatlands Road. This greatly represents the warm Eastern Cape hospitality.

Eagle’s Nest Bed & Breakfast

Address: 17 Webber Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 082 657 0359

 

Email: eaglesnestgtown@gmail.com

 

Website: www.eaglesnestbnb.co.za

 

Price: Family room with private bathroom: 

Price From R750-00 For A Single Person

Price From R800-00 For Double Sharing 

Twin Room Next To Swimming Pool:

Price From R650-00 For A Single Person
Price From R700-00 For Double Sharing

Twin room with deck:

Price From R650-00 For A Single Person
Price From R700-00 For Double Sharing

The Eagle’s Nest has three self-catering bed and breakfast flats with private entrances. These three units are fully equipped for your own convenience.

Pumba Private Game Reserve

Address: Highlands, Makhanda

 

Phone: 041 502 3050

 

Email: reservations@pehg.co.za

 

Website: www.pumbagamereserve.co.za

 

Packages: National Arts Festival package:

R2470.00 per person, sharing per night.

Dinner and breakfast only – excludes beverages.

1-morning game drive

Only valid for the duration of The National Arts Festival 22nd June to 02 July 2023

Directly book with the contact information provided above.

 

South African Residents Special:

We have a reduced rate available for South Africans. Enjoy an all-inclusive big 5 safari from 45% off of our normal rate. Enjoy an all-inclusive experience including: 

5 star luxury accommodation with private plunge pool

All meals and selected local beverages

2 guided game drives

Turn down services

Access to steam room & gym

Pumba Private Game Reserve is home to the white lion. The best destination for an authentic African Safari experience, there are 4 chalets, one being a family-sized chalet, and 1 suite.

Seven Fountains Farm

Address: Seven Fountains Farm, Seven Fountains, Makhanda

 

Phone: 076 175 1589

 

Email: info@sevenfountainsfarm.co.za

 

Website: www.sevenfountainsfarm.co.za

 

Price: from R600 a night with breakfast included.

 

Seven Fountains is a guesthouse on a farm which holds a little piece of Makhanda’s history as it houses the walls of the Old Fort. This space affords the opportunity to tune into nature and relax in the busy world we live in. Cities such as Makhanda, Kenton-on-Sea, Port Elizabeth, Bathurst and Port Alfred are all within an hour’s drive.

AppleBee Guest Cottages

Address: 5 Hare Street, West Hill, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 680 3111

 

Email: applebee@formstar.net

 

Website: www.grahamstown-accommodation.co.za

 

Rates: Rates quoted are on a per person sharing basis and are subject to change without notice.
Single from R680.00 p/d
Double from R500.00 p/p/d
Extra guest on single beds R350.00 p/p/d
Breakfast R110.00 p/p/d

AppleBee host, Jeannine, invites you to enjoy a tranquil stay in her spacious guest cottages. Clean, fresh country decor gives AppleBee Cottages in Grahamstown Makhanda their unique warmth and charm. They are situated just far enough from the main road to exclude traffic noise. They have a private garden/patio area with seating and access to the larger beautifully treed garden and bird life. Three spacious, quiet & clean units close to DSG sleeping up to 10 guests. AppleBee also offers long stay discounts. Contact the host to find out more.

A White House Guest House

Address: 7 Whites Road, Currie Park, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 2686

 

Email: info@awhitehouse.co.za

 

Website: www.awhitehouse.co.za

 

Rate: From R635 per night

 

Consider A White House Guesthouse your home away from home with a dash of pamper. This is a 4-Star graded establishment which holds a variety of rooms, units and apartments. The guesthouse is located close to various Festival locations around the town such as the Settler’s Monument andthe Albany Museum complex.

Hotel Victoria Mews

Address: 8 New Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 063 542 5003

 

Email: info@awhitehouse.co.za

 

Website: www.safarinow.com

 

Rate: Single: R750.00

Double: Single person: R1000.00 Double person: R1200.00

Family Room for 4: R1500.00

 

The Hotel has 15 fresh, simple and smartly decorated bedrooms – each with its own bathroom. We want to make your stay a happy and comfortable one. We offer accommodation and we also have a restaurant on site.

Oak Lodge Guesthouse

Address: 95 Bathurst Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 9123

 

Email: res@oaklodgeguesthouse.com

 

Website: www.oaklodgeguesthouse.com

 

Price: We are offer a 10 % discount when making a booking directly with Oak Lodge Guest House.

Special discounts for long stays and group bookings. Contact the guesthouse directly to make enquiries on discounts.

 

Oak Lodge, with its relaxed atmosphere, offers true 3-star home away from home bed and breakfast accommodation in 22 single, twin or double rooms. It is also within walking distance to the Village Green and other Festival Venues.

Temba Private Game Reserve

Address: Kenton on Sea (R343) Road off the N2, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 2239

 

Email: res@tembagamereserve.com

 

Price: Contact the game reserve directly for price enquiries.

 

Temba Private Game Reserves offers 4-star luxury accommodation situated only 12 km outside of Grahamstown which belonged to Piet Retief. All rooms are en suite with tea and coffee facilities and DSTV 6 of the rooms lead onto a patio.

Colonial Graham Guesthouse

Address: 2 Landsdowne Rd, Makhanda

 

Phone: 082 321 0677

 

E-mail: info@colonelgrahamguesthouse.co.za

 

Website: www.colonelgrahamguesthouse.co.za

 

Price: Superior Room – From R725

Standard Room – From R590

 

Colonel Graham Guest House in the Eastern Cape city of Grahamstown offers the ideal blend of historical charm & modern day comforts in the tranquil environs of Lansdowne Road and Frances Street. The three accommodation guest houses are ideally situated next to each-other, close to the city centre as well as Grahamstown’s private schools and Rhodes University.

Kwezi Lomso Guest House

Address: 1 Highbridge Road, Somerset Heights, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 471 2570

 

Email: gloriatwaku@gmail.com

 

Website: www.grahamstown.co.za

 

Price: Contact guest house for price enquiries.

 

Kwezi Lomso is a Four bedroomed self-catering guesthouse. It can accommodate up to 8 people and offers a safe and quiet retreat to its customers.

1 on Ross B&B

Address: 1 Ross St, Grahamstown, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 680 3111

 

Website: www.booking.com

 

Price: R1100 per night for 2 adults.

 

Popular points of interest near 1 on Ross include St Michael and St George Cathedral, Observatory Museum Grahamstown and South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity. The nearest airport is Port Alfred Airport, 55 km from the apartment.

Rhodes University Student Residence

Address: Drosty Rd, Grahamstown, Makhanda

 

Bookings and price enquiries: For bookings and price enquiries, contact conference@ru.ac.za

 

Rhodes University is a public research university located in Makhanda, Eastern Cape. During the festival the university offers a limited amount of festival-goers accommodation in their student residential complexes.

Victoria High Girls High School

Address: Beaufort Street, Makhanda

 

Bookings and price enquiries: For bookings and price enquiries, contact bookings@vghs.co.za

 

Victoria Girls High School is a proudly South African high school in Makhanda, Eastern Cape. During the festival the high school offers accommodation in their newly renovated hostels.

Stanley J Dold Festival Accomodation

Phone: 082 573 3679 

 

Mail: info@nafaccommodation.co.za

 

Booking and enquiries: To make a booking, simply mail or phone the agent and he will search and put you into contact with the relevant accommodation.

 

Stanley J Dold Festival accomodation provides self catering accommodation within private homes. The owners move out and the guests move in. Accommodation is, of course variable and dependant on the availability of homes. The minimum stay is 3  nights, preferably longer. All the homes are located in Grahamstown and are in close proximity to all the festival venues.

 

Speak to agent about amenities available.

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Micasa

Address: 131 High Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 064 812 8300

 

Email: micasa.duarte@gmail.com

Red Café

Address: 127 High Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 8384

Pothole and Donkey

Address: 123 High Street, Makhanda

 

Phone:046 622 2324

 

Email: marketing@afritemba.com

 

FB: facebook.com/potholeanddonkey

Highlander

Address: 10 Worcester Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 3564

 

Email: highlander@sacschool.com

Fork and Dagger

Address: 49 African Street

 

Phone: 046 622 3112

 

FB: facebook.com/forkanddaggertheannexe

Major Frasers

Address: 38 Somerset Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 079 377 5752 / 079 726 5620 / 046 004 0006

 

Email: chef@majorfrasers.co.za

 

Website: www.oppositethearch.co.za

Belmont Golf Club

Address: Belmont Valley Road, Makhanda

 

Phone: 079 637 8153

 

Email: info@thebelmont.co.za

 

Website: www.thebelmontgolfclub.com

Long Table

Address: 108 High Street, St George’s Hall, Makhanda

 

Phone: 83 960 2366 / 082 671 8558

 

FB: facebook.com/longtablegrahamstown/

Ginos

Address: Hill Street, Makhanda

 

Phone:063 542 5003 / 073 092 7422 / 082 579 7052 / 046 622 3227

 

FB: facebook.com/Ginosgrahamstown/

House of Curry

Address: 45 New Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 060 344 5913 / 083 271 4733

 

Email:houseofcurrygrahamstown@gmail.com

 

IG: @House.of.Curry

Revelations

Address: 5 Peppergrove Mall, 22 African and Allen Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 065 511 3102 / 046 636 2433

 

Email: revelations@insightnet.co.za

 

Website: www.revelationscoffeeshop.com

Lemon and Spice

Address: Peppergrove Mall

 

Phone: 060 304 6597

 

Email: lemonnspicemnd@gmail.com

KFC Peppergrove

Address: Peppergrove Mall, Allen Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 108 0100

 

Website: order.kfc.co.za

KFC Shoprite

Address: Shop A7, Shoprite Mall, Beaufort Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 8833

 

Website: order.kfc.co.za

Hungry Lion High Street

Address: Shop 1, Carlton Center, 109 High Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 492 0490

Hungry Lion Shoprite

Address: Shop 11, 13 Market Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 6146

Sea Flight

Address: Hill Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 6374

Steers

Address: 121 High Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 9215

 

Website: www.location.steers.co.za

Debonairs

Address: 65A New Street

 

Phone: 046 622 7661

 

Website: www.debonairspizza.co.za

Redwood Spur

Address: Shop 41 and 42, Peppergrove Mall, Allen Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 2629

Nic’s Nest

Address: 65 African Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 041 010 0435

Munchies

Address: Howse Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 082 212 1998

 

FB: facebook.com/people/Munchies/

Backyard Braai

Address: Kwa Thatha, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 245 0496

Mfanandini

Address: 26 Luvuyo, Kwa Ndancama, Makhanda

 

Phone: 081 008 1822

Mbo Tshisanyama (Take-Away)

Address: 124 D Street, Mandisa’s Tavern, Makhanda

 

Phone: 060 413 2001 / 063 352 1741 / 061 731 8048

 

Friend House

Address: Peppergrove Mall, African Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 668 1838

 

Website: www.friendhouse.co.za

Panda’s Asia Kitchen

Address: 112 High Street

 

Phone: 063 182 2227 / 083 252 5924

Cindy’s African Restaurant

Address: Bathurst Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 072 140 3647 / 063 154 3257

MU2’s Kitchen

Address: 7 Bertram Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 073 812 6231

 

Email: hlongwanett@gmail.com

The Barista

Address: Opposite The Arch, 38 Somerset Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 079 377 5752

 

Email: chef@majorfrasers.co.za

 

Wesbite: www.oppositethearch.co.za

Famous Sisa

Address: 51 African Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 078 764 8967

 

Email: sisa.dav@gmail.com

Fork and Dagger Annexe

Address: 63 New Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 087 550 1060

 

Email: office@theforkanddagger.co.za

Old 65

Address: 65 New Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 383 0897

 

Email: info@olde65.com

The Rat and Parrot

Address: 59 New Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 046 622 5002

 

Email: management@ratandparrot.co.za

 

Website: ratandparrot.co.za

Champs Action Bar

Address: Scotts Avenue, Makhanda

 

Phone: 087 550 1060

Friar Tucks Pub and Grill

Address: 28 New Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 082 418 7246

37 on New

Address: 51 African Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 084 847 0193

Infinity Lounge

Address: 55 New Street, Makhanda

 

Phone: 072 623 3260

 

IG: @infinity.lounge.ght

Fusion

Address: Erf 9710 Rautenbach Road, Makhanda

 

Phone: 071 715 6814

 

Wesbite: www.fusion-foods.co.za

Lolas Dessert

Address: 38 Somerset St, Makhanda

 

Phone: 076 640 6139

 

Email: chef@majorfrasers.co.za

 

Website: www.oppositethearch.co.za

Panarottis

Address: Shop 43, Pepper Grove Mall, African St, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139

 

Phone: 047 753 0027

 

Website: panarottis.com

The Unit on New

Address: 31 New St, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139

 

Phone: 083 644 8097

Voodoo Badass Coffee

Phone: 063 542 5003

Relish

Address: 8 Allen St, Makhanda, 6139

 

Phone: 082 366 3881

La Café

Address: 3236 University Rd, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139

 

Phone: 076 975 5020

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Elephant Tours and Safaris

Address: 24 Espin Drive, Oatlands North, Makhanda

 

Phone: 083 718 6567

 

Email: dupreezdiesel@yahoo.com

OTTOURS

Address: 18 Lamani Street, Xolani Location, Makhanda

 

Phone: 082 214 4242

 

Email: otto.ntshebe@gmail.com

 

Website: www.ottours.co.za

CABBED Taxi

Phone: 083 472 7993

Cliff’s Cabs

Phone: 061 191 3646

Grata Taxi Association

Phone: 073 665 3558

Tuk-Tuks

Phone: 079 404 4171

Andre’s Cabs

Phone: 076 700 6244

Dolphin Taxi

Phone: 074 573 5618

Mark Taxi and Shuttle

Phone: 083 721 2296

Tony Shuttles

Phone: 082 335 3527 / 072 701 9655

Lesley Cabs

Phone: 083 762 9164

Benj’s Cab Services

Phone: 083 3622 461

 

Until 9pm

Brian’s Cabs

Phone: 072 594 8228

 

Not available afternoons on weekdays.

 

Long distance trips only around the Eastern Cape.

Mazizi Lukes

Phone: 0817294275

 

WhatsApp: 0814855293

EC Ride Sharing

Phone: 083 3622 461

Peter’s Shuttles

Phone: 079 327 7414

 

E-mail: petershuttleservice@outlook.com

EZ Shuttle

Phone: 086 139 7488

 

Website: www.ezshuttle.co.za

 

Online boking capability.

Ilios Travel

Phone: +27 87 808 2782

 

WhatsApp: +27 82 466 7022

 

Website: www.ilios.co.za

 

Adventure Experiences: adventure@ilios.co.za

 

Safari: safari@ilios.co.za

 

Day Tours: daytours@ilios.co.za

 

Private Tours: privatetouring@ilios.co.za

 

Multi Centre: multicentre@ilios.co.za

Blunden Shuttles

Phone: 086 100 0731 / 041-451 4803

Yabo Tours

Phone: 079 814 9700 / 046-622 3458

 

Customised transport services for small or big groups.

JC’s Shuttle Service

Phone: 083 444 8232

 

E-mail: jcshuttleservice007@gmail.com

Ron’s Tours and Travels

Phone: 082 871 3419

Ndumiso Nkonki Cabs

Phone: 071 415 8188