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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Lantern Guest house in Bloemfontein offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool. The property features a garden, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue facilities. Free WiFi is available throughout the guest house. Convenient Location: Located 6.8 mi from Bram Fischer International Airport, the guest house is a 14-minute walk from Preller Square. Nearby attractions include Oliewenhuis Art Gallery (1.9 mi) and National Museum Bloemfontein (3.1 mi). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for room cleanliness, attentive host, and excellent service support.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Manyanye
    South Africa South Africa
    The owner of the place is very nice The room is very clean and you can get anything you ask for
  • Khayelihle
    South Africa South Africa
    I don't normally write reviews but the Lantern guest house deserves one. Great and peaceful location. Such a nice and clean place. Rooms are spaceous. Nice large smart tv +Netflix in the rooms. I only spent a night but I wished I was staying...
  • Makoa
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything was beautiful and clean. The staff was friendly.
  • Valentia
    South Africa South Africa
    From the time I booked the facility called me to check with me the check in time. Upon arrival, the lady was so kind and assisted me with all my needs. Even in the morning, she was always available on call. I loved every minute I spent there. Keep...
  • Learnmore
    South Africa South Africa
    The host went out of her way to assist us, such a wonderful human being,and the facility is well maintained and taken care of.
  • Brian
    South Africa South Africa
    I hv enjoyed staying at the facility, very good I will call again, the management and staff marvelous I hv enjoy it
  • Jeanette
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff is really friendly and accommodating. There is a nice shopping centre nearby. They put out swimming towels by the pool.
  • Bianca
    South Africa South Africa
    Great service from the owners :) Worth every penny! Looking forward to returning to the guesthouse soon again.
  • Tracy
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful rooms, extremely helpful and friendly hosts.
  • Avuyisiwe
    South Africa South Africa
    Owner was very friendly and the room was very neat and tidy.

Hosted by Marieta Landman

9.3
Host Review Score
Marieta Landman
The Lantern Guesthouse is a family-owned gem situated in the heart of Bloemfontein. Our name embodies a beacon of light, symbolizing our commitment to providing a warm and inviting retreat where guests can relax and rejuvenate after a long day. We strive to make your visit as enjoyable and memorable as possible, aiming to exceed your expectations and provide a truly unforgettable experience.
Our guesthouse is hosted by Marieta Landman, whose impressive career spans over 30 years in the customer care industry. Marieta’s diverse experience across multiple sectors has honed her skills in delivering superb service, making her adept at anticipating and meeting the needs of our guests.
Located just 3.1 km from Oliewenhuis Art Gallery, our guesthouse offers comfortable and well-appointed accommodation, a recreational area, and barbecue facilities. We provide all our guests complimentary parking, free Wi-Fi, and a shared kitchen. Our rooms have a flat-screen TV, a coffee station, fresh bed linen, and en-suite bathrooms with a shower, washbasin, and toilet. Our location is ideal for those exploring the vibrant city of Bloemfontein. We are just 1.2 km from Preller Square and 2 km from Northridge Mall. 3.4 km from Gallery On Leviseur Bloemfontein, while the National Museum Bloemfontein is 5 km away. Schoeman Park Golf Club is 7.9 km from our guesthouse, and the nearest airport, Bram Fischer International, is just 11 km away. We are also within a 5-10 minute drive from City Med Day Hospital and Medi Clinic.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.