Title: The Merry Widow Country Retreat (Guesthouse) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6352674&destination=Hopefield%2C+Western+Cape%2C+South+Africa&selected=13305633&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Merry Widow Country Retreat A peaceful country retreat with a refreshing pool and garden paths for morning walks - the perfect place to soak up sunshine and relax ## Photo gallery for The Merry Widow Country Retreat ![Exterior - The Merry Widow Country Retreat (Hopefield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305700/13305633/e8f14f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished - The Merry Widow Country Retreat (Hopefield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305700/13305633/w390h199x4y2-717e7316.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Merry Widow Country Retreat (Hopefield)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305700/13305633/w309h464x2y3-7824e7f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Merry Widow Country Retreat, in the city center yet feeling worlds away, offers an outdoor pool and complimentary English breakfast. Relax on the sunny terrace and garden. Enjoy free WiFi and express check-in for added convenience and comfort. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=13305633&PinnedHotelID=13305633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=13305633&PinnedHotelID=13305633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=13305633&PinnedHotelID=13305633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=13305633&PinnedHotelID=13305633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=13305633&PinnedHotelID=13305633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=13305633&PinnedHotelID=13305633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=13305633&PinnedHotelID=13305633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=13305633&PinnedHotelID=13305633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Garden view Courtyard view Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### Classic Cottage (Luxurious Double Cottage ) - Garden view - 807 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Deluxe Double Room (Moroccan Room) - Garden view - 388 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### Family Room (Luxurious Family Apartment ) - Garden view - 388 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds ### Luxury Suite (Luxurious Suite - Water Oak Room ) - 301 sq ft - 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 Hopefield travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hopefield.dx6352674) [View more Guest houses in Hopefield](https://www.expedia.ca/Hopefield-Guest-Houses.d6352674-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-33.06374%2C18.34745&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bXzjHo2rncJ-ycLv4dKsf89Y6i4=) 29 Church Street, Cape West Coast, Hopefield, Western Cape, 7355 ### What's nearby - ![Langebaan Lagoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090869/ffc5f230-6a8a-44b5-9a52-b06893ec951e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Langebaan Lagoon 26 min drive \- 46.3 km - Hopefield Information Centre 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Langebaan Golf Course 24 min drive \- 44.0 km - Calypso Beach Beach 26 min drive \- 45.4 km - Langebaan Beach 26 min drive \- 46.7 km ### Getting around - Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) 103 min drive ### Restaurants - Hopefield Bistro & Pizzeria 5 min walk - Hello 2 min walk - The Cheese Lady Diner 5 min walk ## About this property ### The Merry Widow Country Retreat Guesthouse in the city center Free English breakfast, a free grocery shopping service, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at The Merry Widow Country Retreat. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Express check-in, a computer station, and tour/ticket assistance - Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Business center - Computer station ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Spa services ### 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 - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 floor - 2 buildings - Built in 1880 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Refrigerator ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Portable fan - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### 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 This property accepts credit cards ### We should mention Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Merry Widow Country Retreat Hotel Hopefield Merry Widow Country Retreat Hotel Merry Widow Country Retreat Hopefield Merry Widow Country Retreat Merry Widow Country Retreat House Hopefield Merry Widow Country Retreat House Merry Widow Country Retreat Guesthouse Hopefield Merry Widow Country Retreat Guesthouse The Merry Widow Retreat The Merry Widow Country Retreat Hopefield The Merry Widow Country Retreat Guesthouse The Merry Widow Country Retreat Guesthouse Hopefield ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Merry Widow Country Retreat have a pool? ### Is The Merry Widow Country Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Merry Widow Country Retreat? ### What time is check-out at The Merry Widow Country Retreat? ### Where is The Merry Widow Country Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Merry Widow Country Retreat 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 ### 7.0 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### jane Sep 11, 2016 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Tales of the unexpected If one wants a place like few others, then The Merry Widow is for you. When I arrived at Reception, I thought I had got the wrong place, but I met Ulrich Onaggi the owner who is charming and he directed me to the right place to park, and then we walked across the lawn to the room, which was huge, and could have been a former barn. It has rough stone walls and a very high ceiling. Equipped quirkily, but exceedingly cold. One needs an electric blanket and a heater in the room in order to sleep. Of course in the summer, I am told, it is cool and inviting. But this was not summer. Ulrich brought me breakfast and a small supper and it was very good indeed. The second morning I went up for breakfast at the coffee bar and it was indeed a delicious surprise. As was the market, held next door, selling all kinds of wonderful organic produce and home produced gifts. All in all, a memorable stay, but next time, as I have given my word to go again, I hope Ulrich will have achieved much more with his renovations. ##### jane Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 21, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Botlierskop Bush Villas](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Brak-River-Hotels-Botlierskop-Bush-Villas.h11941327.Hotel-Information) > - [Bon Accord Farm Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Montagu-Hotels-Bon-Accord-Farm-Cottages.h44815240.Hotel-Information) > - [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > - [Moon Shine on Whiskey Creek](https://www.expedia.ca/The-Crags-Hotels-Moon-Shine-On-Whiskey-Creek.h15216841.Hotel-Information) > - [Mermaid Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Struisbaai-Hotels-Mermaid-Guest-House.h34928484.Hotel-Information) > - [Crags Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/The-Crags-Hotels-Crags-Country-Lodge.h102504751.Hotel-Information) > - [Jock Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Jock-Safari-Lodge.h1197267.Hotel-Information) > - [Sky Villa Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.ca/Plettenberg-Bay-Hotels-Sky-Villa-Boutique-Hotel.h21440957.Hotel-Information) > - [The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Riebeek-Kasteel-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h13309978.Hotel-Information) > - [Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid)](https://www.expedia.ca/Vermaaklikheid-Hotels-Thorn-Feather.h61102048.Hotel-Information) > - [The Doolhof Country House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-Doolhof-Boutique-Hotel.h99973484.Hotel-Information) > - [The Farmhouse Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Langebaan-Hotels-The-Farmhouse-Hotel.h2483665.Hotel-Information) > - [Jan Harmsgat Country House](https://www.expedia.ca/Boesmanspad-Hotels-Jan-Harmsgat-Country-House.h3595471.Hotel-Information) > - [Chateau de Marine](https://www.expedia.ca/Struisbaai-Hotels-Chateau-De-Marine.h55086700.Hotel-Information) > - [The Shark Bay Boutique Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Langebaan-Hotels-Shark-Bay-Hotel-Spa.h48397505.Hotel-Information) > - [The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information) > - [Villa Chad Luxury Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Kleinmond-Hotels-Villa-Chad.h13128610.Hotel-Information) > - [Livingstone Villa](https://www.expedia.ca/Wilderness-Hotels-Livingstone-Villa.h5300101.Hotel-Information) > - [The Tops](https://www.expedia.ca/Wilderness-Hotels-The-Tops.h42283698.Hotel-Information) > - [aha The Rex Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Knysna-Hotels-Aha-The-Rex-Hotel.h2667751.Hotel-Information) > - [The Beach Cottage Betty's Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Bettys-Bay-Hotels-The-Beach-Cottage-Bettys-Bay.h44540317.Hotel-Information) > - [Sandpiper Guest Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Boggoms-Bay-Hotels-Sandpiper-Guest-Cottages.h10437635.Hotel-Information) > - [Nkambeni Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Nkambeni-Safari-Camp.h2202798.Hotel-Information) > - [Santini Village 103](https://www.expedia.ca/Plettenberg-Bay-Hotels-Santini-Village-103.h37647244.Hotel-Information) > - [Sea Star Cliff](https://www.expedia.ca/De-Kelders-Hotels-Sea-Star-Cliff.h3011883.Hotel-Information) > - [Hog Hollow Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/The-Crags-Hotels-Hog-Hollow-Country-Lodge.h1366446.Hotel-Information) > - [10 Elf Beach House](https://www.expedia.ca/Glentana-Hotels-10-Elf-Beach-House.h19397397.Hotel-Information) > - [Kogman and Keisie Guest Farm](https://www.expedia.ca/Montagu-Hotels-Kogman-And-Keisie-Guest-Farm.h15538127.Hotel-Information) > - [Gonana Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Paternoster-Hotels-Gonana-Guesthouse.h44806063.Hotel-Information)