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The Lighthouse Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Umsobomvu guest house

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Property grounds
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi
Restaurant
Restaurant
Balcony

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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40A Church Street, Umsobomvu, Northern Cape, 9795
  • Place, Colesberg Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Colesberg Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Colesburg Church
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom (No. 12)

Family Room, 1 Bedroom (No. 12)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No. 11) | Terrace/patio

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No. 11)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (No. 2)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (No. 2)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (No. 9)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (No. 9)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Colesberg

In Umsobomvu .You'll be steps from Colesberg Park and a 5-minute walk from Colesberg Museum. Also, Colesburg Church is within half a mile (1 km) and Sunset Chalets Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Colesberg Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Colesberg Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Colesburg Church - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sunset Chalets Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gariep Dam - 47 min drive - 63.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bordeaux - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Inni Kraal Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪On Route Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Lighthouse Guesthouse

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Umsobomvu guest house
The Lighthouse Guesthouse offers its guests a library, a terrace, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Lighthouse Guesthouse also features laundry facilities and express check-out. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Umsobomvu guesthouse.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Lighthouse Guesthouse offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Umsobomvu guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 100 per person

Things to do

  • Library

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 100 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Lighthouse Guesthouse House Colesberg
Lighthouse Guesthouse House
Lighthouse Guesthouse Colesberg
Lighthouse Guesthouse Umsobomvu
Lighthouse Umsobomvu
The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse Guesthouse Umsobomvu
The Lighthouse Guesthouse Guesthouse
The Lighthouse Guesthouse Guesthouse Umsobomvu

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lighthouse Guesthouse to the airport?

The Lighthouse Guesthouse is 145 mi (180-min drive) away from the Bloemfontein (BFN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lighthouse Guesthouse?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lighthouse Guesthouse on Jul 3, 2026 start from CA $72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Lighthouse Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lighthouse Guesthouse.

Does The Lighthouse Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lighthouse Guesthouse, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 100 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lighthouse Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Lighthouse Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lighthouse Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Lighthouse Guesthouse have a pool?

The Lighthouse Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does The Lighthouse Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Lighthouse Guesthouse to downtown Umsobomvu?

The Lighthouse Guesthouse is 2.6 mi away from Colesberg.

The Lighthouse Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cozy and safe place to chill on our way to sedgfield. Host was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristjan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great place to stop for the night. Staff was super freindly, and room was clean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mildie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. Used the night to break the trip between Cape Town and Pretoria. Perfect for it. Great bed, felt well rested to take on my journey
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was in excellent condition , staff very friendly and helpful, even phoned me after we left to pick up a shower chair that we have forgotten to pack in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super

Super friendly service in a great guesthouse
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Abraham

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not good

The room was rundown and old, the bed was not comfortable and I will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lighthouse guesthouse review

Stay was really good! Host was very friendly and accommodating, great location from restaurants and shops
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christoffel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem

Lovely room, comfortable bed with super soft linen. We slipped into a deep sleep on a marshmallow cloud after a long drive. Great hospitality from our host.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful and Tastefully furnished New rooms

The new Annexe is beautifully updates in an old Karoo house and yard. It's quieter than the rooms in centre of Colesberg, and you can stroll inside the large yard area with cool outdoor spaces in the shade. Rooms were very comfortable, good linen, mattress and cushions with modern bathrooms and fittings nicely blended with old pieces. Only one suggestion, add rails for the elderly in the glassed in showers that are quite slippery?
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and good rest

Great clean rooms with beautiful stylish bathroom and sleeping area with incredible comfortable bed. Only thing was that the walls could be better soundproofed due to noise from neighbors easily heard all round.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness

The ants in my bed weren't in my imagination

Very nice extension to the hotel. However, two issues need to be addressed: house rules about noise after 10pm must be communicated and the rooms need fumigation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tanja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Blast from the past

Cute friendly guesthouse but 2nd bedroom didnt had an aircon or ceiling fan. it was insane hot and uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful overnight spot in Colesberg

We stayed in the "other" guest house called La Provence that is owned by the same Lighthouse but just up the road next to the school. I am sure that it is a quieter area but is it a little walk from the restaurants (of which there are many to choose from). Wonderful safe parking on the property so you can leave your fully loaded car without having to unpack it all for the night. The rooms were very nice, good a/c; free wifi and there was a nice shady area under a tree if you wanted to sit outside. The only thing I wish they had on site was a swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Neat Place in Centre of the town

Nice place, right in the centre of time. Manager friendly & efficient. Rooms roomy & well equipped. Inflexible on check in time despite no other guests in the place. Strictly 2 p.m. onwards. Good recommendations for restaurants & bars. Secure parking on site. Do not understand a few negative write ups
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff

Always a great stay. Hospitality and staff are always friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money convenience

The Lighthouse is a comfortable, value for money guesthouse in a very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Lance

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lighthouse

Very nice Cleaning could be done better and a little handy man repairs here and there Good value for R
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrizia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was nice and the owners were very nice. The room was comfortable and clean. We paid ZAR 800 to Hotels.com and assumed that included breakfast. We were quite unimpressed when we found out that Hotels.com charged us ZAR 800 just for the room while the hotel charges ZAR 680 (VAT included) for the room +ZAR85 per person for breakfast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very nice experience from the moment we arrived until we left. Very warm and personable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizelda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

friendly cozy stay

Was a great stay, would recommend they add more toiletpaper as 1/2 roll is not enough for 5 people, but sure it was not done on purpose as the hosts are friendly and gave us a warm welcome
Verified

6/10 Okay

S

not too good enough ，the bed not good while turn to body it make a noisy 。
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CALVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BEAUTIFUL HALFWAY STOP FROM DBN TO CPT

THIS WAS A VERY CLEAN GUESTHOUSE... THE ROOMS ARE VERY CLEAN AND LUXURIOUS AND THE BATHROOMS BEAUTIFUL... THE BREAKFAST WAS VERY NICE AND MOST OF ALL THE PEOPLE ARE AMAZING.. THEY MADE SURE THAT YOU FEEL WELCOME AND COMFORTABLE... A MUST STAY ...
Verified

8/10 Good

Rainier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025