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Karoo Art Hotel

4.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star Barrydale hotel

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Luxury Suite (Garden Suite)
Property entrance
Luxury Double Room (Groot Karoo)
Bar (on property)
Luxury Double Room (Groot Karoo) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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30 Van Riebeeck Street, Barrydale, Western Cape, 6750
  • Place, Wilderbraam Berry Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, South Africa's Peace Pagoda
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Boosmansbos Wilderness Area
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room (Klein Karoo)

Standard Room (Klein Karoo)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Double Room (Groot Karoo)

Luxury Double Room (Groot Karoo)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the area

Barrydale

In historical district.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Wilderbraam Berry Estate and 6 miles (10 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas with a stay here. South Africa's Peace Pagoda is within 12 miles (20 km) and Boosmansbos Wilderness Area is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Wilderbraam Berry Estate - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • South Africa's Peace Pagoda - 18 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Boosmansbos Wilderness Area - 28 min drive - 32.9 km
  • Drostdy Museum - 59 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 60 min drive - 55.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Diesel and Cream - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Country Pumpkin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Maker’s Brew - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Die Windpomp - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barrydale Internet - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Karoo Art Hotel

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star Barrydale hotel
Karoo Art Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Karoo Art Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Barrydale hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Karoo Art Hotel offers 15 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Barrydale hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Karoo Art Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 550.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 300.00 (from 7 to 16 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per day

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, debit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karoo Art Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Karoo Art Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at Karoo Art Hotel?

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karoo Art Hotel on May 21, 2026 start from CA $138, 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 Karoo Art Hotel offer free breakfast?

Karoo Art Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Karoo Art Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Karoo Art Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Karoo Art Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Karoo Art Hotel have a pool?

Karoo Art Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Karoo Art Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Karoo Art Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Thai massages.

How close is Karoo Art Hotel to downtown Barrydale?

Karoo Art Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Barrydale.

Karoo Art Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quirky hotel. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room, very spacious, clean and quiet. very friendly, efficient and helpful staff. Very good restaurant for evening meal and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful charming hotel with warm hospitality and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pallavi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emma Gordon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A visually inspiring boutique hotel with helpful staff, lovely breakfast, and a great bar on premises.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent host. Fantastic Christmas lunch
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wynand

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

filippo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Hussein

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

Fancy building but poor dining options

Boutique hotel in the middle of nowhere. The property was lovely overall and the room was old and had antique charm. But it was cold and all I had in a large suite was a small fan heater. My room was full of old colonial era photos - not something I particularly appreciate and for that reason alone I will not stay there again. Dinner at the in-house restaurant was an attempt to be fancy with limited options, but I think it missed the mark and was quite overpriced. Breakfast was also quite limited and did not cater for varied dietary requirements.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Excellent

Definitely a one off place, really interesting building, beautifully decorated and furnished. Food brilliant. The owners and their staff were all so welcoming, friendly and helpful. Will definitely go back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a place. Wish we could have stayed longer. Rick so helpful for places to visit locally.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

H

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

Just wonderful !

Comfortable rooms with quirky design features ...combination of beautiful antiques with great art. Staff go above and beyond in terms of service . The food was scrumptious. Definitely going to be back for a longer stay and highly recommended. Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Wonderful

Lovely atmosphere. Unique.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved Barrydale and the friendliness and care and attention of the hotel staff. Definitely to be recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rynier

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a bucket list experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have only great things to say about this property, our room was something out of a novel, clean, spacious, and the balcony off the front was the cherry on top. And of course all the staff were incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Unique, very friendly and personal

We unfortunately only spent one night in this fabulous hotel, but we definitely plan to return! It is just SO interesting, vibey, friendly and comfortable. The historic building, art everywhere, magnificent huge room - all wonderful!! A bathroom you could dance in. Lovely back garden. Huge own private balcony. We had the Baines room, one of the ten large rooms. The owners are super friendly and treat guests like old friends. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Quirky Art Hotel on Route 62

We have always enjoyed our stays at this wonderful hotel in Barrydale. It has new super-friendly owners who have done wonderful renovations. The staff are all amazing. Dinner and breakfast where both delicious. Next time we'll stay 2 nights for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023