Great Karoo

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South Africa featuring landscape views and mountains
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Great Karoo
Great Karoo
Photo by Jack Cheetham
Photo by Jack Cheetham

Where to stay in Great Karoo

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Schoemanshoek

Visitors to Schoemanshoek enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Karusa Vineyards is worth a stop.

Schoemanshoek
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa
4 out of 5
off the R46, Touws River, Western Cape
The price is P15,922 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
P15,922
P18,310 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa lodge in Touws River. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.
8/10 Very Good! (153 reviews)
"Amazing hotel with game drive and full board included"

Reviewed on May 11, 2025

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
4 out of 5
Road 62 to Oudshoorn, Cango Caves (Road 328), Oudtshoorn, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star spa lodge in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Buffelsdrift Game Lodge and Cango Wildlife ...
9/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
"Such a beautiful place! Everyone was so welcoming and friendly!"

Reviewed on May 21, 2025

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Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
Old Mill Lodge, Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn
Old Mill Lodge, Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn
4 out of 5
Schoemanshoek Valley, R328, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape
The price is P4,435 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P4,435
P5,100 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly B&B in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Karusa Vineyards and Buffelsdrift ...
Surprise gem
"The location and grounds were stunning and incredibly well kept. The children had lots of green space to play and explore and be up close with the animals. Our deck was expansive which made for lovely evenings watching the sun go down behind the hills and the sky change colour. The beds were incredibly ..."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2024

Old Mill Lodge, Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn
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Red Stone Hills
Red Stone Hills
3 out of 5
6.5 km on Kruisriver turnoff from R62, Little Karoo, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and horse riding on site.
"Great place to say between Oudtshoorn and Calitzdorp. Owners are very helpful and accommodating. Cottages are old and quaint but in a very peaceful setting."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2020

Red Stone Hills
Rogge Cloof
Rogge Cloof
3.5 out of 5
Rogge Cloof R354, Karoo Hoogland, Northern Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Karoo Hoogland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools.
"The eco village is tucked away in the private nature reserve. Wonderful views of springboks as you drive to the eco village on the grounds. Rooms were clean and modern, exceptionally comfortable bed. We will welcomed upon arrival with a glass of port - nice touch. Dinner and breakfast were exceptional, ..."

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2023

Rogge Cloof
Rus In De Rust
Rus In De Rust
3.5 out of 5
16 Burger St, De Rust, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in De Rust. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private plunge pools. Popular attractions De Rust Memorial Church and Nederduitse ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Happy rest place
"Everything you need all the time. No problem communication. Happy to assist. Good laces to eat and drink in the village. Definite place to mark as a must stay."

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025

Rus In De Rust
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Popular places to visit

Buffelsdrift Game Lodge

Buffelsdrift Game Lodge

Enjoy an outing to Buffelsdrift Game Lodge during your stay in Oudtshoorn. Discover the sunrises while you're in the area.

Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
Cango Caves

Cango Caves

Explore the great outdoors at Cango Caves, a lovely green space in Oudtshoorn. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its campsites.

Cango Caves
Tankwa Karoo National Park

Tankwa Karoo National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Tankwa Karoo National Park, a lovely green space in Breede River. Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.

Tankwa Karoo National Park
Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center

Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center

Enjoy an outing to Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center during your stay in Touws River. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area.

Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center
Karoo National Park

Karoo National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Karoo National Park, a lovely green space in Beaufort West. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Karoo National Park

Cango Ostrich Ranch

See the exotic and native animals who call Cango Ostrich Ranch home during your trip to Oudtshoorn. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Cango Ostrich Ranch
Oudtshoorn showing mountains, landscape views and tranquil scenes

Oudtshoorn