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Reviews of Eight Bells Mountain Inn

Foot of Robinson Pass, On R328, Between Mossel Bay (35km) and Oudtshoorn (60km) , 6500 Ruiterbos, South Africa

#2 of 2 hotels in Ruiterbos

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Review Score

Based on 118 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free Wifi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: June 13, 2024

    10
    Perfect stop.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    The charm of a Country Hotel is perfectly demonstrated at Eight Bells. Beautiful gardens, relaxed but professional service and lovely food. All staff are well trained, professional and friendly. We arrived on a cold windy afternoon and the gentleman at reception accommodated all our requests. We will visit again and plan a longer stay.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2024

    9.0
    So good we booked an extra night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This is not about the property but about Booking.com:- we booked and I have the screenshot of, the Mountain View room. Booking.com did NOT send the room selection through to 8 bells. They were able to provide the correct room as they were not full, but my suggestion is that having booked, you contact the property to confirm your room type

    Wonderful location, helpful staff, good pool, and lovely rooms. Close to Cango caves and other good days out such as the horses at Outeniquamoon.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful place, lovely facilities, lovely staff, excellent food. Road noise a sad negative!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately right next to a busy road, so very noisy

    Beautiful setting

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    9.0
    Family-friendly historic property with stunning mountain views
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The WiFi was intermittent which was frustrating at times.

    The hotel really had an old world charm. Families will enjoy the play room, outdoor play area, horses and daily donkey rides. Really well kitted out for children. We had delicious food, both dinner and breakfast. We had a 2 room suite which was a little tired and simple, but comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2024

    10
    Just loved it, will be back for sure
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful property in a stunning setting.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    10
    We had an exceptionally awesome stay; the service and quality exceeded our exspectation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The cabin could have had a double or queen bed rather than two separate single beds. A soft blanket would have been nice. It was cool at times and the bedding was comfortable, but too clinical rather than soft and comforting..

    Breakfast was excellent. The view from our cabin was awesome. Staff very friendly and helpful. The walking trails at times challenging but wonderful particularly the red route through the proteas.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2024

    9.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The shower nearly overflowed and the biscuits in the room had obviously been there a while as the were crushed to crumbs. The dinner was not up to expectations

    The staff were very friendly and helpful and grounds and surroundings beautiful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

    9.0
    We have stayed at Eight Bells many times and we have always enjoyed our stay there.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We felt that the quality of the evening meal could have been better

    The breakfast was good and the location of the main dining room was also good

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very quiet when we stayed only 4 guests

    Location. Scenery.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 15, 2024

    9.0
    Peaceful Weekend Break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    peaceful surroundings with nice view of the valley cabins we stayed in reminded me of the Drakensburg holidays when I was a child pool area is a great place to take break on a warm day staff very attentive to any requests

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2024

    9.0
    My friends have since been so that says it all
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very pleasant

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing and will be back with grandkids
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Walks and views and well maintained

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2024

    10
    Peaceful place in stunning surroundings with friendly efficient staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Coffee at breakfast not so good and wi fi a bit sporadic but such a beautiful spot with great staff and good food

    Beautiful setting! Well tended gardens and very clean rooms

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2023

    9.0
    Unforgettable family holiday!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi is inconsistent but not a train smash. Things to improve: Paint the outside Fix broken wooden railings or chairs around the resort

    Staff are amazing, love the tea & coffee at 11h00 and 16h00 facilities are unique. Milkshakes are out of this world. Garden is stunning.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2023

    10
    Very good experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    None

    Very good. Friendly staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2023

    9.0
    Quiet, peaceful and enjoyable stay. Staff was exceptional, friendly and always offered more.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room/lodge was comfortable, spacious and clean. It had a lovely view. Check-in was quick and the staff offered us another, more comfortable and quiet room. Dinner was great and the dining room was prepared with care and good taste. Breakfast was also great. Will certainly return!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2023

    8.0
    A delightful old family inn in a perfect mountain setting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights

    No fridges in the rooms - this is essential in South Africa in the summer. Everybody wants somewhere to keep cold water, milk, fruit etc. The Alpine cabins have no block-out curtains on the window, only thin net curtains, so it is impossible to rest in the hot afternoons and to sleep past 5am in the summer.

    A beautiful location, very good facilities such as tennis courts, swiming pool, bowling green, horses etc; property immaculately kept.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 1, 2023

    10
    PEACEFUL, RELAXING, FABULOUS
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    We had visited Eight Bells a couple of times many years ago. It as still has fabulous as it always was. Beautiful Inn.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 19, 2023

    8.0
    A very relaxing and comfortable break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Our room was right next to the road. Very noisy. And the donkeys over the road were also noisy.

    Excellent choice

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2023

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely gardens and friendly staff plus excellent food

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 10, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Poor hot water system

    Beautiful setting and willing staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2023

    9.0
    Idilic place to stay, away from the beaten track
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This was different to anywhere else we have stayed before, the accommodation was great, log cabins overlooking looking the mountains. The cabins themselves were excellent, with wonderful balconies. The staff were very friendly.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2023

    10
    Come experience EIGHT BELLS
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rondawels rather noisy...traffic

    The beautifull setting was very special...loved the old world charm , and the friendly, accomodating personel. Hope to return soon

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    10
    Brilliant breakaway with excellent secretarial services
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Zero

    Great breakfast n dinners Personal helpful services from manager Billy n. Breyton all in fact

    Stayed in October 2023

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