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Eight Bells Mountain Inn
4.0 star property

Upscale hotel with free breakfast and children's pool

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Eight Bells Mountain Inn

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Garden view
Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, alfresco dining
Double/Twin Rondavels
Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, alfresco dining
Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin) | Bathroom

Overview of Eight Bells Mountain Inn

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Ruiterbos by travellers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Ruiterbos by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Foot of Robinson Pass, On R328, Garden Route, Ruiterbos, Western Cape, 6500
  • Popular LocationHartenbos Seefront28 min drive
  • Popular LocationBotlierskop Private Game Reserve31 min drive
  • AirportGeorge (GRJ)44 min drive
  • Popular LocationGondwana Game Reserve74 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin)

Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin)

Family Unit - Pool Terrace (Double/Twin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Family Triple Room (Pool Terrace )

Family Triple Room (Pool Terrace )

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Family Unit - Rose Court (Double/Twin)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins

Double/Twin Rooms - Swiss Village Cabins

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
  • 645 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double/Twin Room - Palm Court

Double/Twin Room - Palm Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
  • 226 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Unit - Palm Court

Family Unit - Palm Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 258 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Twin Rooms - Rose Court

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double/Twin Rondavels

Double/Twin Rondavels

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room (Swiss Village)

Family Room (Swiss Village)

Family Room (Swiss Village)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
  • 226 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Ruiterbos

Located in Ruiterbos, Eight Bells Mountain Inn is in a rural area and in the mountains. Hartenbos Seefront and Mossel Bay Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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What's nearby

  • Hartenbos Seefront - 28 min drive
  • Diaz Beach - 30 min drive
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 31 min drive
  • Santos Beach - 34 min drive
  • Gondwana Game Reserve - 74 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonop Farm & Road Stall - 11 min drive
  • Boerqi Bistro at Ruiterbos Farm Stall - 11 min walk
  • Boerqi Bistro - 11 min walk

About this property

Eight Bells Mountain Inn

Upscale family-friendly hotel in the mountains
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Eight Bells Mountain Inn. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking, racquetball/squash, and horseback riding at this hotel. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Oak Room Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, RV/bus/truck parking, and an area shuttle
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), concierge services, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Eight Bells Mountain Inn boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's books, childcare services, and free infant beds
  • Shared bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Oak Room Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free crib
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Separate bedroom
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1930
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Eight Bells Inn
Eight Bells Mountain
Eight Bells Mountain Inn
Eight Bells Mountain Inn Ruiterbos
Eight Bells Mountain Ruiterbos
Eight Bells Mountain Inn Hotel
Eight Bells Mountain Inn Ruiterbos
Eight Bells Mountain Inn Hotel Ruiterbos

Frequently asked questions

Does Eight Bells Mountain Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

As of Apr 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eight Bells Mountain Inn on Apr 26, 2024 start from CA $135.49, 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.

Is Eight Bells Mountain Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Eight Bells Mountain Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Eight Bells Mountain Inn located?

This family-friendly Ruiterbos hotel is located in the mountains, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Hartenbos Seefront and Langeberg Mall are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Eight Bells Mountain Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great choice
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were wonderful. The food very tasty. The grounds of the hotel spacious and beautiful. We especially enjoyed playing bowls on thier bowls lawn
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

yvonne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
highly recommended.
We had been here before. Just as good as the first time we stayed. Brilliant highly recommended,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marietha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marietha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfasts were good if not exciting. The other meals were unimaginative. The menu is dated and needs some serious upgrading. However we did appreciate the service, the spotless white table cloths and real silverware .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s fine for the price. Needs a revamp, not correct to say its in Mossel Bay as it’s a good 30km outside it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019