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1 on Ross

3.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Makhanda hotel

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The Flatlet
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Property entrance
Outdoor pool
The Flatlet | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1 Ross Street, Oatlands, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139
  • Place, Rhodes University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, 1820 Settlers National Monument
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Settlers Garden 1820
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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The Cottage

The Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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The Flatlet

  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Single Unit

The Single Unit

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Makhanda

In suburbs.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Makhanda hotel, you'll find St Andrew's College and Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George. Elizabeth Salt Monument and St Patrick's Catholic Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rhodes University - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Amazwi South African Museum of Literature - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jacks Bagels - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Major Frasers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pothole & Donkey - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Highlander - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk

About this property

1 on Ross

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Makhanda hotel
1 on Ross offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. 1 on Ross also features laundry facilities and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Makhanda hotel.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
1 on Ross offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 per person

Things to do

  • 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

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
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 8:00 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

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at 1 on Ross

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350 per night.
  • 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 120 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

1-on-Ross Apartment Grahamstown
1-on-Ross Apartment
1-on-Ross Grahamstown
1 on Ross Hotel
1 on Ross Makhanda
1 on Ross Hotel Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

How close is 1 on Ross to the airport?

1 on Ross is 82.1 mi (98-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 on Ross?

As of Mar 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 on Ross on Mar 13, 2026 start from CA $102, 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 1 on Ross have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at 1 on Ross.

Does 1 on Ross offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at 1 on Ross, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 120 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at 1 on Ross?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at 1 on Ross?

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

Is there free parking at 1 on Ross?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does 1 on Ross have a pool?

1 on Ross features an outdoor pool.

Does 1 on Ross have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is 1 on Ross to downtown Makhanda?

1 on Ross is 0.7 mi away from Makhanda.

1 on Ross Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Japie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elize

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

5 Star accommodation

Brilliant stay. Everything you need, I will rate this accommodation 5 stars! Clean, big spaces, aircon, swimming pool, tea, coffee, milk, sugar etc. Will definitely stay there again. Thanks to the host, Mike!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanele

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

Amazing

The Service was really Good, the Owner is Very Welcoming. I will Surely be back and this was not my first time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great Value!

Accommodation was great and everything was clean. The pool was such a added bonus with the hot weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Average type accommodation

The single quarters was a small, narrow room (a granny flat essentially) with not much room. It was clean and well maintained. Facilities are limited with a fridge and microwave but there is a full range of DSTV channels.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019