Situated in Prince Albert and with Fransie Pienaar Museum reachable within 200 metres, Onse Rus Guesthouse features express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. The property has garden and city views, and is 2 km from Prince Albert Golf Club. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hair dryer and a outdoor furniture. Each unit includes a private bathroom with free toiletries, while certain rooms are equipped with a terrace and others also boast pool views. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels. À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available each morning at the guest house. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, Onse Rus Guesthouse offers a selection of packed lunches. The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at this 4-star guest house. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Wolwekraal Nature Reserve is 3.3 km from the accommodation, while Groot Swartberg Nature Reserve is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is George, 173 km from Onse Rus Guesthouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jan-carel
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent breakfast, beautiful garden and very friendly hosts.
  • Irene
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Onse Ruse is a peaceful haven conveniently situated on the main street, The garden area is a delight, the quality of food excellent and very thoughtful details made our stay very enjoyable. Thank you to our hosts!
  • Brigetta
    South Africa South Africa
    Leonard was exceptional. Extremely attentive. Great with suggestions. And he is very good with responding to your requests online Beautiful outside area where you can sit and have a lovely chilled glass of wine and enjoy the surroundings.

Managed by Leonard and Neil

Company review score: 9.8Based on 272 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Prince Albert’s historic Onse Rus has been welcoming guest for the past 40 years. Your hosts, Neil and Leonard would love to welcome you to the tranquil serenity of this beautiful restored mid 1800s Cape Dutch home. You will be perfectly located to enjoy all our village has to offer with the museum, galleries, tennis courts, the theatre and all restaurants within a 7 min walk from us. The beautifully appointed guest lounge provides a welcome escape from the Karoo heat on the warm summer’s days or the perfect place to cosy up with a book next to the wood burning fire.

Neighbourhood information

Surround yourself with the nothingness – The Great Karoo is in the middle of nowhere but is the heart of everything. Prins Albert is situated at the foot of the majestic Swartberg Mountain Range. Here time is suspended in the dry crisp Karoo air. It is the place of silence, vast open spaces, and a night sky so full of stars that you can almost reach out and touch them...

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Onse Rus Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Onse Rus Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 19:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 06:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Cot upon request
ZAR 150 per stay
1 years
Cot upon request
ZAR 150 per stay
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 600 per child, per night
2 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 600 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash Onse Rus Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Onse Rus Guesthouse 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 07:00:00.

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

FAQs about Onse Rus Guesthouse

  • Guests staying at Onse Rus Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Onse Rus Guesthouse is 450 yards from the centre of Prince Albert. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Onse Rus Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Onse Rus Guesthouse is from 14:30, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Room options at Onse Rus Guesthouse include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Onse Rus Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming Pool
    • Bicycle rental
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bike tours
    • Movie nights