The Best Hotels Closest to Observatory Museum in Makhanda for 2026

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1. The Milner

0.8 km from Observatory Museum

￥30,318 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 1 - Aug 2

Economy Studio | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

2. AppleBee Guest Cottages

1.4 km from Observatory Museum

"No livestock or manger to be seen, but we came less than an hour after a last minute booking and were welcomed graciously, despite arriving near midnight on Christmas Eve. Beautiful little flat, well maintained and clean, gated parking and a lovely hostess. Stocked well with a continental breakfast, which we enjoyed at midnight and again in the morning... we’d not found any shops or restaurants for dinner due to the holiday. "

capepamela

￥12,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 1 - Aug 2

3. 137 High Street Guest House

0.7 km from Observatory Museum

Dale

￥14,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

4. 8A Grahamstown

1.4 km from Observatory Museum

Anonymous traveler

￥23,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

The Flatlet | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

5. 1 on Ross

1.2 km from Observatory Museum

Stuart

￥11,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

6. Jenny's Guest House

1.8 km from Observatory Museum

Dale

￥11,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

7. Bartholomew's Loft

0.4 km from Observatory Museum

Sindiswa

￥11,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

8. 30 on Oatlands Accommodation Makhanda Grahamstown

1.2 km from Observatory Museum

Anonymous traveler

￥12,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

9. Pumba Private Game Reserve

14.5 km from Observatory Museum

Manuel

￥97,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

African Safari Main Lodge | Terrace/patio

10. African Safari Lodge

12.4 km from Observatory Museum

￥12,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Milner	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 20 reviews	View
AppleBee Guest Cottages	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
137 High Street Guest House	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews	View
8A Grahamstown	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
1 on Ross	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 7 reviews	View

Top Observatory Museum Hotel Reviews

1 on Ross

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean and organised. Staff and owner were extremely helpful."

Pumba Private Game Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"This was our first safari which was absolutely amazing. We got to see 4 of the big 5. We had one of the bush lodges. The lodges themselves are beautiful and huge. Our only disappointment was that we were given one of the lodges without a view onto the plain and waterhole. I did request a lodge with a view but they cannot guarantee it. The bath is huge and the outdoor shower was fabulous. The food was really good too. The service and friendliness of the staff was impeccable. Our game driver was really knowledgeable and we got to see the white lions before anyone else showed up. The area is huge. You just never know what to expect. My only criticism was that in the book in your lodge they recommend that you tip the driver at least R300 per person per drive. Apart from this, it was a very memorable and delightful trip"

Other attractions near Observatory Museum

Elizabeth Salt Monument

Find out about the history of Makhanda with a stop at Elizabeth Salt Monument. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.

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What's the area like around Observatory Museum?

Observatory Museum is located in Makhanda. Travelers like the surrounding area for its wildlife. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Observatory Museum?

Adjacent to Observatory Museum, Bartholomew's Loft is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include The Milner and Amabwe Guest House.

How many hotels will I find near Observatory Museum?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Observatory Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Observatory Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Observatory Museum.

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Our top choices for Observatory Museum hotels

1. The Milner

2. AppleBee Guest Cottages

3. 137 High Street Guest House

4. 8A Grahamstown

5. 1 on Ross

6. Jenny's Guest House

7. Bartholomew's Loft

8. 30 on Oatlands Accommodation Makhanda Grahamstown

9. Pumba Private Game Reserve

10. African Safari Lodge

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Top Observatory Museum Hotel Reviews

1 on Ross

Pumba Private Game Reserve

African Safari Lodge

137 High Street Guest House

Jenny's Guest House

Other attractions near Observatory Museum

Elizabeth Salt Monument

Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George

St Patrick's Catholic Church

Albany History Museum Complex

Albany Natural Science Museum

St Andrew's College

South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity

Rhodes University

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Our top choices for Observatory Museum hotels

1. The Milner

2. AppleBee Guest Cottages

3. 137 High Street Guest House

4. 8A Grahamstown

5. 1 on Ross

6. Jenny's Guest House

7. Bartholomew's Loft

8. 30 on Oatlands Accommodation Makhanda Grahamstown

9. Pumba Private Game Reserve

10. African Safari Lodge

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Top Observatory Museum Hotel Reviews

1 on Ross

Other attractions near Observatory Museum

Elizabeth Salt Monument

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