Title: Rise and Shine Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=547&destination=Bloemfontein%2C+Free+State%2C+South+Africa&selected=12380804&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Rise and Shine Lodge Travelers relax by a peaceful pool surrounded by verdant gardens at this Universitas retreat, where comfort meets tranquility under sunny skies ## Photo gallery for Rise and Shine Lodge ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers - Rise and Shine Lodge (Bloemfontein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/44d090f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Rise and Shine Lodge (Bloemfontein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/0daaf520.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Rise and Shine Lodge (Bloemfontein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/7d427348.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Honeymoon Room - Rise and Shine Lodge (Bloemfontein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/b3a520dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily buffet breakfast (ZAR 90 per person) - Rise and Shine Lodge (Bloemfontein)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/4516eca2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Rise and Shine Lodge in central Universitas offers a peaceful escape with an outdoor pool, sun loungers, on-site restaurant, and bar. Multilingual staff provide attentive service, while free WiFi keeps guests connected in the beautiful garden setting. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar. 25 - Mar. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=12380804&PinnedHotelID=12380804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=12380804&PinnedHotelID=12380804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar. 26 - Mar. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=12380804&PinnedHotelID=12380804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=12380804&PinnedHotelID=12380804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar. 27 - Mar. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=12380804&PinnedHotelID=12380804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=12380804&PinnedHotelID=12380804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr. 3 - Apr. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=12380804&PinnedHotelID=12380804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=12380804&PinnedHotelID=12380804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Luxury Double Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/ca35f8f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/32562808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/b136c4da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Honeymoon Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/14152b7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Honeymoon Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/a3747a95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Executive Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/14152b7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/ca35f8f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Room (Bathtub Only) ![Luxury Room (Bathtub Only)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/8833d7e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room (Bathtub Only) - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Executive Room (Shower Only) ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12390000/12380900/12380804/14152b7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room (Shower Only) - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Bloemfontein travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Bloemfontein.dx547) [View more Guest houses in Bloemfontein](https://www.expedia.ca/Bloemfontein-Guest-Houses.d547-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.11476%2C26.18211&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EQkALtLbTiX-fpHeeBN74qlpPC4=) 2 Wynand Mouton Drive, Universitas, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 ### What's nearby - University of the Free State 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Forsyth 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Vulkaan 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Mega World 4 min drive \- 2.9 km - Mimosa Mall 4 min drive \- 3.3 km ### Getting around - Bloemfontein (BFN) 23 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 4 min drive - KFC 4 min drive - KFC 4 min drive - Debonairs Pizza 3 min drive - Steers 3 min drive ## About this property ### Rise and Shine Lodge Guesthouse located in Universitas At Rise and Shine Lodge, you can look forward to a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and multilingual staff - Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Rise and Shine Lodge feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. 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A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Pool loungers ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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 Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 90 for adults and ZAR 45 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 cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### Property is also known as Rise Shine Lodge Bloemfontein Rise Shine Lodge Rise Shine Bloemfontein Rise And Shine Bloemfontein Rise and Shine Lodge Guesthouse Rise and Shine Lodge Bloemfontein Rise and Shine Lodge Guesthouse Bloemfontein ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Rise and Shine Lodge have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Rise and Shine Lodge? ### Is Rise and Shine Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Rise and Shine Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Rise and Shine Lodge? ### Where is Rise and Shine Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Rise and Shine Lodge Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia Dec 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I had an excellent stay, they even let my colleagues come and chill at the poll the one afternoon we were not working. ##### Patricia Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful lodge with excellent service Wow, what an outstanding little gem this lodge was. Traveled to the Eastern Cape with family and stopped over for an evening here. The gentleman who helped us does the night shift alone and what amazing service he gave. The rooms were spotless, well ventilated and stocked. Great service, beautiful rooms and perfectly located. 10/10 would visit again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Robbie Oct 5, 2022 ##### Robbie Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### CM Jul 9, 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities ##### CM Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021