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Golden Gate Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Golden Gate Highlands National Park with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Cozy living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
Winding pathway through a serene wooded area, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Set amidst lush greenery, this contemporary building offers a serene and natural setting.
Two single beds with white linens and throw blankets, a wooden desk, and a flat-screen TV create a functional workspace.
Relax in our spacious lobby, featuring a seating area with a sofa and chairs, surrounded by artwork and a glass partition.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM343
RM538 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul

Room options

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Desk, bed sheets

Large North Facing Room with Bath

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Desk, bed sheets

Large North Facing Room with Bath (Disabled Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Living room

Premier Luxury Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 52 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bathroom shower

Disbabled Chalet with Shower

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Day bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Desk, bed sheets

North Facing Large Room with Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Room amenity

Honeymoon Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deep-soaking bathtub

Chalet with Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Day bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Disabled North Facing Large Room with Shower

Desk, bed sheets

Disabled North Facing Large Room with Shower

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Bathroom shower

Chalet with Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Day bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Map
Golden Gate National Park, Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Free State, 9707

What's nearby

  • Clarens Golf Club - 24 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Clarens Brewery - 25 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Richard Rennie Art Gallery - 25 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Clarens Nature Reserve - 26 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Basotho Cultural Village - 33 min drive - 27.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Die Bus Stop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sugar and Cinnamon Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Trout & Mallard - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Masutsa Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Golden Gate Hotel

Hotel in a national park
At Golden Gate Hotel, you can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a business centre.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Golden Gate Hotel include comforts, such as air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with Jetted bath and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 250 for adults and ZAR 150 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR293 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Resort fee: ZAR 00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The destination fee comprises a national park fee required for entry.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 250 for adults and from ZAR 150 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Gate Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Gate Hotel?

As of 9 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Gate Hotel on 10 Jul 2025 start from RM 342.86, 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.

How much is parking at Golden Gate Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Golden Gate Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Golden Gate Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Golden Gate Hotel located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 16 miles (25 km) of Clarens Brewery, Richard Rennie Art Gallery and Art and Wine Gallery. Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail and Clarens Nature Reserve are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Golden Gate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 255 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Staff are friendly and nothing is too much to ask to make my stay comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Nice staff who are eager to help
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Great and amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Very well maintained hotel and really good value for money. Friendly staff and beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10

Beautiful scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Most beautiful location....stunning surroundings

10/10

Great hotel in an amazing setting. Very friendly and helpful staff. Huge rooms with great views of the Golden Gate national park. We stayed 1 night, should have stayed more.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10

Excellent stay. Room with park and mountain view. Enjoyed the mountain hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

Even though a bit pricey, old and in need of some tlc, the accommodation was clean, everything worked and we had a lovely stay.The area is breathtaking, the staff friendly and the service good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10

Good service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10

Great, except air conditioning was noisy and the food was bland.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10

The surroundings are beautiful. The chalet is old, but ok. The food for breakfast and dinner in the restaurant is terrible. Cold meat and pasta and vergetables at the buffet. The lounge snacks are better, but not open after 18:00
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10

The place was not fully up to standard and felt outdated in the chalets and the staff even though they were very friendly, the service for the breakfast took very long and the continental breakfast was not up to standard however the view was absolutely breathtaking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10

View is incredible. Staff very noisy in the morning early! I had to ask them to be quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

The property is a bit old and worn out. There were stains on the sheets and the bathroom ceiling was covered in mould.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10

They did not do daily cleaning. We found the room uncleaned when we came back for our second and last night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10

The most beautiful and stunning mountain view and surroundings. The staff is very friendly and helpfull.Water was seeping through the bathroom floor resulting in the bathroom being flooded.There was no hot water in the bathroom, so we had to boil water in order to wash.There was an unbearable noise coming from the roof, the fan extractor in the bathroom couple with the noise from the generator right in front of the room.The hotel and the room in particular requires urgent maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Im Großen und Ganzen nichts zu beanstanden. Der Feuermelder in unserem Zimmer hat in unregelmässigen Abständen die ganze Nacht gepiepst, hier fehlt Prüfung.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024