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Offering a garden, Mountain Gem offers accommodations in Bloemfontein. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the bed and breakfast's outdoor fireplace. This air-conditioned bed and breakfast comes with a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a satellite flat-screen TV. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service. A full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the bed and breakfast. As an added convenience, Mountain Gem offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Oliewenhuis Art Gallery is 2 miles from the accommodation, while Boyden Observatory is 17 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Bram Fischer International Airport, 6.2 miles from Mountain Gem.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Bloemfontein
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Dorien
    Belgium Belgium
    We only stayed for one night but it was perfect. The hosts were so welcoming and informed us on all things in the neighborhood! Very good value for money. Lovely breakfast!
  • Paul
    South Africa South Africa
    The property and rooms look exactly like the photos provided. The room was very clean and well equipped, and the hosts were very friendly and helpful. Lovely garden and tranquil setting.
  • Tegan
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything! It definitely it a Gem! Great owners and great accommodation. Everything exceeded my expectations. The small little details were what blew us away.

Area info

Amenities of Mountain Gem
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Packed lunches
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
General
  • Adults only
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 300 is required on arrival. That's about USD 16. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The room is accessed via stairs and may not be suitable for young children, the elderly or guests with disabilities.

Please inform Mountain Gem of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Mountain Gem

  • Mountain Gem offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Mountain Gem include:

      • Double

    • Check-in at Mountain Gem is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at Mountain Gem may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Mountain Gem is 2.4 miles from the center of Bloemfontein. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Mountain Gem can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish