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Anker Guesthouse

Guest House

Review Summary

4.4 out of 5from 118 reviews for Anker Guesthouse
Cleanliness
4.3/5
Service
4.4/5
Location
4.3/5
Safety
4.5/5
Value for money
4.4/5
Minnaar V - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Minnaar V

Heerlik geslaap. Beddens het elektriese kombers vir die koue nagte.

Kamers skoon en netjies. Beddegoed is skoon. Sal weer daar bly.

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Had a great sleep. Beds have electric blankets for the cold nights.

Rooms clean and tidy. Bedding is clean. Will stay there again.

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Christel D - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christel D

Felt at home away from home.

Love the place, peaceful and safe to stay at.

Francois T - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois T
Family with young children

Vinnige oorslaap.

Ja, ons het, dankie. Voldoende plek vir oorslaap oppad huis toe. Kinders het lekker geswem.

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Quick sleepover.

Yes we did, thank you. Sufficient place for an overnight stay on the way home. Children had fun swimming.

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Stephen W - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephen W
Family with young children

Pleasant and enjoyable.

We enjoyed seeing the largest pear tree in the southern hemisphere as well as swimming in the large pool early in the morning. Our room was spacious and well-equipped.

Ernst M - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ernst M
With partner

Rustig.

Ja, 'n rustige nag sonder geluide van verbygaande voertuie soos by ander oornagpunte.

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Restful.

Yes, a peaceful night without sounds of passing vehicles as at other overnight stops.

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Lara K - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lara K
Family with young children

Gerieflike verblyf met vriendelike diens!

Presies soos geadverteer. Heerlike swembad en braai geriewe met 'n pragtige prieël om onder te kuier. Die gasheer en gasvrou was baie behulpsaam en vriendelik. Ons en ons twee hondjies het baie welkom gevoel!

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Comfortable accommodation with friendly service!

Exactly as advertised. Lovely swimming pool and braai facilities with a beautiful gazebo to hang out under. The host and hostess were very helpful and friendly. We and our two dogs felt very welcome!

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Juanita S - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Juanita S
Family with teenagers

Verfrissend en gesellig. Ruhan was regtig gaaf en behulpsaam.

Uitgerus, was 'n heerlike wegbreek.

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Refreshing and cozy. Ruhan was really nice and helpful.

Rested, was a lovely break.

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Rida V - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Rida V
With partner

Luilekker kuier om ons vakansie af te skop x.

Baie lekker en rustig.

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Lazy visit to kick off our holiday x.

Very nice and peaceful.

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Clif J - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Clif J
With partner

Adequate no-frills accommodation, very friendly hosts, shower needs attention.

We had originally booked the Lavender Room but on arrival were offered an optional upgrade to the more expensive Karoo room at no extra cost, which we chose after examining both rooms. We had selected the venue as an economical no-frills overnight accommodation, and it met that expectation except for the very fancy shower, which was something of a disaster and needs attention (the different settings did not work, and the water half-dribbled out). We only discovered that in preparation for an early morning departure and so were unable to report it.

Istelle M - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Istelle M

Vriendelike ontvangs.

Baie aangename mense.

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Friendly reception.

Very pleasant people.

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Lida-louise A - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lida-louise A
With partner

Gesellige atmosfeer.

Veilige en bekostigbare verblyf. Netjies.

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Cozy atmosphere.

Safe and affordable accommodation. Tidy.

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Tevin Zolani M - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tevin Zolani M
Individual traveller

Excellent.

It was awesome, nothing to complain about.

Julia C - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Julia C
Family with young children

Lovely friendly and thoughtful host. Happily stay again.

Lovely stay with a hostess that helped with everything we needed. Thank you.

Peter B - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Peter B
With partner

Only suitable for an overnight stay.

The bathroom door didn't close properly. Cooking facilities were limited to a microwave oven. We appreciated the wide veranda in the hot weather. The road to the venue is in poor condition. The place is difficult to find as the streets are not marked.

Salome D - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
1/5
Salome D
With partner

Was awesome gewees.

Ons het 'n heerlike tyd gehad.

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Was awesome.

We had a lovely time.

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Marlize R - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Marlize R
Family with teenagers

Gasvrye eienaars wat moeite gedoen het.

Was regtig gerieflik, ek sou net gasverwarmers vir die kamers aanbeveel. Dis verskriklik koud en die paneelverwarmers help nie eintlik nie.

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Hospitable owners who made an effort.

Was really comfortable, I would only recommend gas heaters for the rooms. It's terribly cold and the panel heaters don't really help.

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Helene B - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Helene B
Family with teenagers

Basiese oornagfasiliteite.

Anker gastehuis is eerder oornagverblyf as 'n gastehuis. Die geriewe is skoon maar basies. Die eienaars was baie hulpvaardig om ons te help sodat ons kan kosmaak (ek het nie besef dat daar nie kosmaak-fasiliteite is nie, wat vreemd is, aangesien daar borde en messegoed voorsien word). Daar kort 'n paar basiese items, soos seep in die badkamers en dalk nuwer handdoeke. 'N tafeltjie in die huis sal nuttig wees om by te eet.

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Basic overnight facilities.

Anker guest house is more of an overnight stay than a guest house. The facilities are clean but basic. The owners were very helpful in helping us cook (I didn't realize there were no cooking facilities, which is odd as plates and cutlery are provided). There are some basic items missing, such as soap in the bathrooms and maybe newer towels. A small table in the house will be useful to eat at.

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Wanda V - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Wanda V
With partner

Gemaklike oorslaapplekkie.

Was gemaklik. Hulle het 'n ekstra waaier vir my ma gebring. Eienaars was vriendelik. Lekker by die swembad ontspan. Onthou om toiletpapier in die badkamer te plaas. Dankie.

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Comfortable place to sleep.

Was comfortable. They brought an extra fan for my mom. Owners were friendly. Relax by the pool. Remember to put toilet paper in the bathroom. Thank you.

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Hannelie H - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hannelie H
With partner

Heerlik.

Elaine was hulpvaardig en alles was perfek vir ons kuiertjie op Philipolis. Baie dankie!

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Delicious.

Elaine was helpful and everything was perfect for our visit to Philipolis. Thank you very much!

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C V - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
C V
Family with young children

Cozy and clean - child friendly.

This place is home away from home - had a lovely stay thank you.

Andries T - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andries T
With partner

Dit was fantasties. Die diens was uitstekend.

Die mense was vriendelik. Die diens wat uitstekend, kos was lekker en die kamer was baie skoon en netjies.

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It was fantastic. The service was excellent.

The people were friendly. The service was excellent, the food was delicious and the room was very clean and tidy.

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Lesley B - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lesley B
Family with young children

Vresslik lekker gekuier, swembad was amazing.

Baie lekker gekuier, eienaars vriendelik en behulpsaam. Bestel asb. 'n braaipak as julle gaan, dit is net amazing.

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Had a great time, pool was amazing.

Very nice visit, owners friendly and helpful. Order please a braaipak if you go, it's just amazing.

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Adélle M - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Adélle M
Family with teenagers

Friendly service and kind hosts.

Lovely quaint place. Host was very friendly. The rooms need a bit of attention, paint is peeling in the bathrooms. Dustbins were not cleared before our arrival so we had previous guests rubbish. The towels did not smell clean. Otherwise it is a lovely place especially for the rate you pay.

Anonymous Guest - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Bed and pillows uncomfortable. No back up light or candle during loadshedding.

We slept very uneasily. None of these regular meals materialized.

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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Covid killed Philippolis.

The roads are bad. The house needs a lot of attention inside and out. But Covid killed the town. Maybe if more funds were put into Philippolis, the town itself, it would be better.

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Maurits P - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maurits P
Family with young children

Ongelooflike waarde vir geld - kinders het die bunkbeds bitter baie geniet, asook die swembad!

Dit is 'n baie lekker halfpadstop vir ons gewees tussen Robertson en Tzaneen. Die mooiste was die grondpad van Gariep van Philippolis tussen al die plase deur - was baie mooi! Die plek is perfek vir 'n oornag-opsie, maar het al die geriewe wat jy nodig het vir langer bly. Die swembad was 'n wenner met die kinders wat so lank in die kar moes sit.

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Incredible value for money - kids really enjoyed the bunkbeds, as well as the pool!

It has been a very nice halfway stop for us between Robertson and Tzaneen. The most beautiful was the dirt road from Gariep van Philippolis between all the farms - was very beautiful! The place is perfect for an overnight option, but has all the amenities you need for a longer stay. The pool was a winner with the kids who had to sit in the car for so long.

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Liana F - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liana F
Family with young children

Wonderlike plekkie met wonderlike geriewe en vriendselike mense.

Ons is spyt dat ons net een aand daar spandeer het. Dit was 'n wonderlike ervaring. Vriendelike mense en pragtige plekkie.

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Wonderful place with wonderful facilities and friendly people.

We regret that we only spent one night there. It was a wonderful experience. Friendly people and beautiful place.

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Jannie M - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jannie M
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker gebly by die Anker.

Baie lekker blyplek met baie vriendelike ontvangs.

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Had a great stay at the Anker.

Very nice place to stay with very friendly reception.

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Marius L - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius L
Family with young children

Awesome.

Very nice. Value for money.

Yolanda V - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Yolanda V
Family with young children

Waarde vir geld.

Gesellige akkommodasie, lekker swembad vir warm dae. Ideaal vir langafstand-pitstop.

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Value for money.

Cozy accommodation, nice pool for hot days. Ideal for long distance pit stops.

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Louwtette D - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Louwtette D
Family with teenagers

Nie op webtuiste se standaard nie.

Badkamer was nie skoon. Handdoeke was nie vars. Baie swak matrasse.

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Not up to website standard.

Bathroom was not clean. Towels were not fresh. Very bad mattresses.

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Yolandie M - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Yolandie M

Net oornag

Nou nie my tipiese plekkie nie.

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Just overnight

Now not my typical place.

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Marie B - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marie B
With partner

Sien sterre.

Baie vriendelike diens.

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See stars.

Very friendly service.

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Bettina S - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bettina S
Individual traveller

I was with Anker Guesthouse just before Christmas and then again after Christmas it was Absolutely wonderful and Elaine and Duce are absolutely wonderful hosts!

I was travelling with an 8 week old puppy and where really welcomed and our stay was very comfortable. Really loved the iced cold Karoo Ale they serve after a long trip. Clean and wonderfully set out. All that one needs to enjoy a stay exploring or passing by on route to the deeper Karoo or Cape Town. Will definitely be back and next time hopefully with my sister from the UK. Marie the Housekeeper is also a real Gem! Really Fantastic place to stay in Phillipolis! Thank you to Elaine and her team!

Lisa L - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lisa L
With partner

Gasvry en baie gerieflik!

Sien sterre.

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Hospitable and very comfortable!

See stars.

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Annelie F - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annelie F

Vriendelike gasvrou en gasheer. Dadelik tuis gevoel. Baie rustige omgewing.

Loopafstand vanaf winkeltjies. Vriendelike mense in dorpie. Klein gemeenskap met warm harte. Sal beslis weer daar oornag. ’n Lekker oornag by vriendelike mense.

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Friendly hostess and host. Immediately felt at home. Very peaceful environment.

Walking distance from shops. Friendly people in village. Small community with warm hearts. Will definitely stay there again. A nice overnight stay with friendly people.

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Anker Guesthouse 's response

Baie dankie
Vir die mooi boodskap.
Sien uit om weer van julle te hoor.
Mooi en veilig bly.

Anker Guesthouse
Ilyn S - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ilyn S
With friends

Baie lekker gekuier.

Ons verblyf was heerlik en ontspannend. Baie vriendelike gasheer en gasvrou. Sal beslis hulle aanbeveel.

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Had a great time.

Our stay was lovely and relaxing. Very friendly host and hostess. Would definitely recommend them.

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James H - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
James H
With partner

Pleasant and friendly reception.

The room was spacious and clean. The host was very accommodating by giving us an adjacent room for my mother at no extra cost.

Marianka M - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marianka M
Family with young children

Baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

Die Anker Gastehuis se diens is baie goed, almal is vriendelik en behulpsaam. Ons het 'n lekker dag gehad.

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Very friendly and helpful.

The Anker Guest House's service is very good, everyone is friendly and helpful. We had a nice day.

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Guillaume K - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Guillaume K
Family with young children

Skoon en netjies.

Goeie waarde vir geld. Ons het lekker gebly en die swembad is 'n plus!

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Clean and tidy.

Good value for money. We had a great stay and the pool is a plus!

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Yvette S - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yvette S
With partner

Baie hartlik ontvang, skoon en netjies.

Ons het baie lekker gerus, stil rustig goeie beddens, alles wat 'n mens nodig het.

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Very warm welcome, clean and tidy.

We rested very well, quiet, good beds, everything one needs.

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Riana R - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Riana R
With partner

Lekker gekuier en vleis gebraai.

Desembermaande is oor algemeen baie warm, verwag meer as een waaier in 2-slaapkamereenheid. Bietjie in 'n raserige omgewing.

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Have a good time and roast meat.

December months are generally very hot, expect more than one fan in 2 bedroom unit. A bit in a noisy environment.

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Retha V - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Retha V
Large group

Rustig.

Baie rustig, gasheer en -vrou so vriendelik! Soveel moeite gedoen om ons verblyf te vergemaklik. Ons ingelig oor doendinge in die omgewing. Ons het heerlik oornag. Baie dankie!

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Restful.

Very peaceful, host and wife so friendly! So much effort made to facilitate our stay. We informed about activities in the area. We had a wonderful overnight stay. Thank you very much!

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Johan V - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan V
Family with teenagers

Uitstekend.

Sal dit beslis aanbeveel. Ons het ons verblyf daar baie geniet.

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Outstanding.

Would definitely recommend it. We really enjoyed our stay there.

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Carien K - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carien K
With partner

Ons het baie lekker gebly in Anker. Eienaars baie vriendelik en gesellig!

Ons kamer was lekker ruim en baie netjies. Lekker warm water. Ons kon in die tuin sit en met die honde speel. Die eienaars was gesellig en baie vriendelik. Ons het veilig gevoel by die Anker en sal dit aanbeveel.

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We really enjoyed staying at Anchor. Owners very friendly and sociable!

Our room was nice and spacious and very neat. Nice hot water. We could sit in the yard and play with the dogs. The owners were sociable and very friendly. We felt safe at the Anchor and would recommend it.

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Ek is bly julle het lekker gekuier en ons hoop ons sien julle weer.

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Mariette S - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariette S
With partner

Gemaklik, rustig, goeie waarde vir geld.

Ons het in die Karoo-kamer oorgeslaap - uitstekende waarde vir geld. Ons gasvrou het 'n lekker aandete in die hotel bespreek, stapafstand in hierdie pragtige dorpie. Philippolis sien ons weer!

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Comfortable, peaceful, good value for money.

We stayed in the Karoo room - excellent value for money. Our hostess booked a nice dinner in the hotel, walking distance in this beautiful village. Philippolis see you again!

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Richard H - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Richard H
Family with teenagers

Fantastic and welcoming.

Great little gem on our way down to Sedgefield. Owners were so welcoming and accommodating. A lekker braai in the evening in an amazing little town. Would highly recommend Anker Guesthouse and we will definitely return.

Cherie Y - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cherie Y
With partner

Ons het baie lekker gebly en dit baie geniet.

Die eienaars was baie vriendelik en gasvry. Die braaipakke was goeie waarde vir geld. Die Anker is netjies en skoon en ons het baie lekker en warm geslaap.

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We had a great stay and enjoyed it very much.

The owners were very friendly and hospitable. The braai suits were good value for money. The Anker is neat and clean and we slept very nice and warm.

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Anker Guesthouse 's response

Baie dankie dat julle by die Anker gebly het sien uit om julle weer te he.
Baie dankie vir die mooi komplemente
Elaine en Diesch

Anker Guesthouse
Dewald P - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dewald P
Family with young children

Sal altyd weer by die Anker oornag op pad Kaap toe of terug.

Al het ons baie later aangekom as wat verwag was is ons hartlik verwelkom. Ons gasheer het ons skaaptjoppies wat ons vooraf by hulle bestel het sommer vir ons gebraai. Heerlike, rustige aand geniet. Sal ie Anker altyd hoogs aanbeveel.

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Will always spend the night at the Anker on the way to or from the Cape.

Even though we arrived much later than expected we were warmly welcomed. Our host grilled our mutton chops that we ordered in advance from them. Enjoy a lovely, peaceful evening. Will always highly recommend Anker.

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Magda M - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Magda M
Family with teenagers

Rustige, bekostigbare oornagfasiliteit.

Baie dankie, ons het baie lekker rustig geslaap. Baie vriendelike, gasvrye mense.

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Peaceful, affordable overnight stay.

Thank you, we had a very nice peaceful stay. Very friendly and hopsitable people.

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Goeiedag Magda,

Baie dankie vir die terugvoer. Dit was baie lekker om julle hier by die Anker te kon ontvang. Hoop om julle weer te sien.

Groete,
Anker Guesthouse

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Olga N - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Olga N
With friends

Pleasant.

A good stopover spot - rest and sleep were possible. Went out of their way to supply a meal and host us.

Annalie D - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Annalie D
With friends

Dit is heeltemal aanvaarbaar.

Ons eenheid se stort se deurknop is weg en van die krane is los in die badkamer. Verder was dit gerieflik en netjies.

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This is perfectly acceptable.

Our unit's shower doorknob is gone and some of the faucets are loose in the bathroom. Furthermore, it was comfortable and tidy.

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Suzette K - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
5/5
Suzette K
Large group

Het niks geskort nie en is baie netjies.

'n Rustige hawe en pragtige prieël waar mens lekker kan kuier.

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Has not suspended anything and is very neat.

A quiet harbor and beautiful gazebo where you can have a good time.

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Marcel M - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Marcel M
Family with young children

Fantasties.

Vanaf bespreking tot aankoms was net fantasties. Elaine en Dice is sulke aangename mense en kon nie vir beter vra. Die kamers is met die nodige uitgerus en niks het tekortgekom.

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Fantastic.

From booking until arrival was just fantastic. Elaine and Dice are such pleasant people and we couldn't ask for better. The rooms are equipped with the necessary and nothing was missing.

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Susan B - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan B
With partner

Lekker geslaap, gebly en gekuier.

Baie gasvry ontvang en behandel.

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Slept well, stayed and visited.

Received and treated very hospitably.

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Pieter V - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Pieter V
With partner

Netjies skoon verblyf. Vriendelike diens.

Goed geleë vir oornag op pad na Kaapstad of Port Elizabeth toe.

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Neat clean accommodation. Friendly service.

Well located for an overnight stay on the way to Cape Town or Port Elizabeth.

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Bennie B - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Bennie B
With partner

Gasvry, snoesig en warm!

Baie dankie, hartlike ontvangs en heerlike verblyf, goeie waarde vir geld.

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Hospitable, cuddly and warm!

Thank you very much, warm welcome and lovely stay, good value for money.

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Lynette S - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette S
With partner

Hierdie plek en mense roep mens altyd terug.

Baie aangename verblyf in skoon, mooi ingerigte, veilige gastehuis. Eienaars so vriendelik en gasvry dat mens nie wil vertrek nie.

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This place and people always call you back.

Very pleasant stay in a clean, nicely furnished, safe guest house. Owners so friendly and hospitable that you don't want to leave.

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Darryn C - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Darryn C
Family with young children

Netjies en skoon.

Pragtige gastehuis in die middle van 'n pragtige Karoo dorp.

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Neat and clean.

Beautiful guest house in the middle of a beautiful Karoo town.

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Baie dankie.
Dit was 'n plesier om julle hier by die Anker te hê.
Hoop om julle weer hier by die Anker te hê volgende jaar.
Mooi jaar

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Frieda V - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Frieda V
With partner

Aangenaam, baie aangenaam.

Ons het basies oornagverblyf verlang, 'n bed met skoon en warm beddegoed en elementêre geriewe. Daarby veilige parkering. Niks luuks. Ons het gekry waarop ons gehoop het en waarvoor ons betaal het.

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Pleasant, very pleasant.

We basically wanted overnight accommodation, a bed with clean and warm bedding and basic amenities. Plus secure parking. Nothing fancy. We got what we hoped for and what we paid for.

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Ferdie O - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ferdie O
With partner

Baie netjies en goed ingerig.

Goed ingerig met alles wat 'n mens verwag en nodig het vir 'n kortstondige verblyf.

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Very neat and well furnished.

Well furnished with everything one expects and needs for a short stay.

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Lynette S - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette S
With partner

Baie aangename verblyf met skoon, goed toegeruste kamer en gasvrye eienaars.

Die verblyf by Anker was baie aangenaam en rustig en die gasvrou, Elaine, het uit haar pad gegaan om ons verblyf 'n onvergeetlike een te maak in skoon, mooi versierde kamers. Ons wou amper nie vertrek toe dit tyd was nie. Sal volgende keer graag 'n bietje langer wil bly. Die restaurante wat Elain vir ons bespreek het, het 'n lekker bord kos bedien met vriendelike gasvryheid wat 'n mens nie oral aantref nie.

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Very pleasant stay with clean, well equipped room and hospitable owners.

The stay at Anker was very pleasant and peaceful and the hostess, Elaine, went out of her way to make our stay a memorable one in clean, nicely decorated rooms. We almost didn't want to leave when it was time. Would like to stay a little longer next time. The restaurants that Elain booked for us served a nice plate of food with friendly hospitality that you don't find everywhere.

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Neel J - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Neel J

Baie geniet.

Ons het ons verblyf terdeë geniet. Baie vriendelike ontvangs en deurgaans fantastiese diens. Sal definitief weer hier oornag.

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Enjoyed a lot.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Very friendly reception and fantastic service throughout. Will definitely stay here again.

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Wilhelm H - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Wilhelm H

Dit was baie lekker en gasvryheid uit die boonste rakke.

Kuier was baie lekker en gasvryheid was uitstekend. Kamers was baie netjies en skoon. Heerlike straatbraai gehad!

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It was very nice and hospitality top notch.

Visit was very nice and hospitality was excellent. Rooms were very neat and clean. Had a great street barbecue!

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Jane N - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Jane N
Individual traveller

Gemaklik.

Ek was baie beïndruk dat toe ek daar kom is ons dadelik ingelig dat ons moet plek bespreek vir ete's en die eienaar het self die besprekings gemaak, wat dit baie maklik gemaak het aangesien dit my eerste keer daar was. As mens nie weet van die voorafbespreking by sekere plekke nie is jy sonder kos die aand, want die dorpies is klein.

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Comfortable.

I was very impressed that when I got there we were immediately informed that we had to make reservations for dinner and the owner made the reservations himself, which made it very easy since it was my first time there. If you do not know about the advance reservation at certain places, you will be without food that evening, because the villages are small.

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Cornelia C - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Cornelia C
Family with young children

Perfekte halfpad stop.

Ons het by Anker Guesthouse oorgebly as 'n halfpad stop tussen die Kaap en Drakensberge. Die kamers was goed toegerus, skoon en netjies. Dit was baie koud die aand, maar ons het lekker snoesig geslaap.

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Perfect halfway stop.

We stayed at Anker Guesthouse as a halfway stop between Cape Town and the Drakensberge. The rooms were well-equipped, clean and neat. It was very cold at night but we had a good night's rest.

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Jeanine V - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jeanine V
Family with young children

Goeie verblyf vir oorslaap.

Die Anker was ideaal vir wat ons benodig het, al wat bietjie sleg was, was dat die toilet los van die vloer was, en dat ons nie die vensters ordentlik kon toemaak in die kinders se kamer nie, so vir veiligheid het ons hulle by ons laat slaap. Verder was die bed lekker sag en skoon, en ons kon die kar binne parkeer wat great was.

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Good accommodation for an overnight stay.

The Anker was ideal for what we needed, all that was a bit bad was that the toilet was detached from the floor, and that we couldn't close the windows properly in the children's room, so for safety we have them with us let sleep Furthermore, the bed was nice and soft and clean, and we could park the car inside which was great.

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Frans B - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Frans B
Family with young children

Dit was 'n goeie ervaring.

Daar was net te veel klein goedjies wat nie reg was nie, bv. die wasbakmengkraan in die badkamer was heeltemal los, die waaier in die kamer kan nie afskakel nie en nog ander ooglopende klein goedjies wat nie reg is nie. Met al hierdie probleempies uit die weg geruim kan die verblyf daar baie aangenaam wees.

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It was a good experience.

There were just too many little things that weren't right, e.g. the sink faucet in the bathroom was completely loose, the fan in the room won't turn off and other obvious little things that aren't right. With all these little problems out of the way, the stay there can be very pleasant.

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Anonymous Guest - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Shoot report with the basic

Reception was friendly and safety was a plus point. However, there was no toilet paper, no plug for the sink in the kitchen and no trash can anywhere in the room. The ceiling fan didn't work and it was the middle of summer.

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Keith V - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Keith V
Family with teenagers

Twee aande gebly om Philippolis te sien.

Die kamers en huis het onderhoud nodig gehad. 'n Laag verf is ook nodig. Beddegoed is nie op standard nie.

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Stayed two nights to see Philippolis.

The rooms and house needed maintenance. A coat of paint is also needed. Bedding is not up to standard.

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Darryn C - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Darryn C
Family with young children

Mooiste verblyf in 'n pragtige dorp.

Mooi, netjies, pragtige kamers, baie vriendelike eienaars, niks te veel moeite vir hulle nie.

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Most beautiful accommodation in a beautiful town.

Nice, tidy, beautiful rooms, very friendly owners, nothing too much trouble for them.

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Chantal R - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chantal R
Family with young children

Tuiste weg van jou huis.

Die gasvrou was dierbaar, en het uit haar pad gegaan om ons die kinders én die hond tuis te laat voel. Ons het alles gehad wat nodig was en meer. Die kinders het heerlik geswem in die verskriklike hitte. Ons boek baie beslis volgende jaar weer in by Anker! Baie dankie, Elaine, jou plekkie is puik!

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Home away from home.

The hostess was lovely, and went out of her way to make us the children and the dog feel at home. We had everything we needed and more. The children had a great time swimming in the terrible heat. We are definitely booking with Anker again next year! Thank you very much, Elaine, your place is great!

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Amanda L - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Amanda L
Family with young children

Lekker.

Oulike dorp met vriendelike mense en 'n moet sien.

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Nice.

Cute town with friendly people and a must see.

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Didi O - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Didi O
Family with young children

Beste oornagplek halfpad Kaap toe, het voorheen op N1 oorgebly.

Ek was uiters verbaas oor die wonderlike en vinnige kliëntediens met die bespreking. Dis 'n baie beter pad om te ry en 'n uitstekende alternatief om 'n blaaskans te neem van die besige N1.

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Best overnight stay en route to the Cape. Stayed on the N1 before.

Very surprised at the wonderful, quick customer service when I booked. Much better road to drive, excellent alternative for a break along the busy N1.

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Danica S - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Danica S
Family with young children

Perfekte oornag.

Dankie Elaine vir jou gasvryheid. Jy het ons tuis laat voel. Ons het lekker gebraai op die stoep. Die kamers was skoon en netjies. Besoek gerus die museum op Phillipolis. Die kinders het heerlik baljaar op die stoep. Mal oor die rustigheid.

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Perfect stopover.

Thanks Elaine for your hospitality. You made us feel at home. We had a nice braai on the patio. The rooms were clean and tidy. Visit the museum in Phillipolis. The kids had a blast on the patio. Loved the tranquility.

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Allan S - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Allan S
Family with teenagers

Exceeded expectations, for the cost.

The Anker Guesthouse provided a welcome "pitstop" and was a welcome respite during a long trip. From the outside it does not look like much, but once inside we were quite surprised by the decor, neatness and all the basics in the kitchenette. The only facility not available was a TV, but this was not a negative as the whole purpose was to have a place to freshen up and sleep.

Lindie V - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lindie V
Family with young children

Ietsie anders as die gewone. Baie oulike plekkie om te bly.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Die aanbeveling vir die restaurant was bietjie teleurstellend. Andersins verseker die moeite werd.

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Something different from the usual. Very cute place to stay.

We had a very nice stay. The recommendation for the restaurant was a bit disappointing. Otherwise definitely worth it.

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Marius S - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius S
Family with teenagers

Lekker geselskap.

Goeie waarde vir geld. Verblyf dien sy doel. Sal aangenaam wees as swembad weer in gebruik is.

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Nice company.

Good value for money. Accommodation serves its purpose. Would be nice if pool is back in use.

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Dr Rika J - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Dr Rika J
With partner

Ons het meer verwag van die fasiliteite vir selfsorg en die deur is regoor die bed sodat verbygangers direk op die bed kan kyk.

Die eenheid is netjies en goed versorg. Kleiner aspekte soos matjies vir gebruik by bad en stort en 'n vuilismandjie in badkamer sal verwelkom word. Dit word as selfsorg bemark, maar daar is geen kookgeriewe (selfs tweeplaatstofie) of broodrooster nie. Eetgerei baie basies.

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We expected more from the self-catering facilities and the door is right opposite the bed, so people passing by see directly onto the bed.

The unit is neat and well-maintained. Smaller aspects like mats for use by the bath and shower and a rubbish bin in the bathroom would be great. It is promoted as self-catering, but there are no cooking facilities (even two-plate stove or a toaster). Cutlery very basic.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends

Place really needs attention.

Place really needs attention. Doorknob of bathroom is off, blind hangs loose in front of bathroom window, kettle boils only by holding plug, mattress (single bed) poor quality, shower curtain too short and whole floor is covered with water. Sign of the times of the town. Hope the rest looks better. Wanted to stay in town in a place that speaks of caring.

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Danica S - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Danica S
Family with young children

Baie akkommoderend.

Baie vriendelike gasvrye mense. Voel soos familie. Kamers is skoon en netjies. Ons het lekker gebraai sommer op die stoep. Ons het twee keer daar oornag. Mal oor die rustigheid en stilte. Kinders het daarvan gehou om in die straat te speel. Die Anker sal ek beslis aanbeveel.

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Very accommodating.

Very friendly and hospitable people. Feels like family. Rooms are neat and clean. We had a nice braai on the patio. We stayed there twice. We love the peace and quiet! Kids liked playing in the street. I will definitely recommdn the Anker Guesthouse.

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Elize B - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elize B
With partner

Goeie waarde vir geld.

Ons sal Anker Gastehuis aanbeveel vir enige iemand wat verblyf op Philippolis soek. Dit is beslis waarde vir geld. Die aandete wat vir ons gereël is by een van die plaaslike eetplekke was 'n ervaring en 'n half. Die geselskap van die dame wat die plek bestuur was insiggewend en baie interessant.

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Good value for money.

We would recommend Anker Guest House to anyone looking for accommodation in Philippolis. It is definitely value for money. The dinner arranged for us at one of the local eateries was an experience and a half. The company of the lady who runs the place was informative and very interesting.

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Mignon V - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mignon V
Family with young children

Alles was uitstekend! Perfekte oornagverblyf.

Ons het dit terdeë geniet om Anker se ouwêreldse sjarme te ervaar.

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Everything was excellent! Perfect overnight stay.

We thoroughly enjoyed experiencing Anker's old world charm.

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Ilze V - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ilze V
Family with young children

Stille sielsrus.

Van aankoms tot vertrek was wonderlik. Veiligheid was so anders as waaraan ons gewoond is. Elaine het kom inloer en nog komberse gebring sonder dat ons gevra het. Die stilte en rustigheid sal altyd bekoring hê. Die stap deur die strate sonder enige bekommernis was só 'n belewenis vir ons seuns. Kamer en fasiliteite was wonderlik. Sal die Anker Gastehuis aanbeveel as jy letterlik niks wil hoor nie.

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Quiet soul rest.

From arrival to departure was great. Safety was so different from what we are used to. Elaine dropped by and brought more blankets without us asking. The silence and tranquility will always have charm. Walking through the streets without any worries was such an experience for our boys. Room and facilities were great. Would recommend the Anker Guest House if you literally don't want to hear anything.

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Goeie more!
Dit was baie lekker gewees om julle hier by die Anker te gehad het, baie dankie vir die mooi briefie, ek waardeer dit baie.
Hoop ons sien julle weer!
Anker - Elaine

Anker Guesthouse
Su-ann B - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Su-ann B
Family with young children

Lekker gebly!

Elaine was 'n goeie gasvrou en ons het lekker gebly. Lieflike plekkie.

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Nice stay!

Elaine was a good hostess and we had a nice stay. Lovely place.

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Wendy V - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Wendy V
With partner

Awesome!

Dit was baie lekker. Netjies en kon loop om dorp te besigtig.

Lisa B - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Lisa B
With partner

Tuis gevoel vir reisigers.

Ons het oornagakkommodasie bespreek hier vir rus tussen die Kaap en Johannesburg. Die Anker het alles wat jy nodig het, selfs al bly mens langer. Skoon en netjies.

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Home feeling for travelers.

We booked overnight accommodation here for a break between the Cape and Johannesburg. The Anker has everything you need, even if you stay longer. Clean and tidy.

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Daleen E - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Daleen E

Uitstekende waarde vir geld.

Gawe mense. Goeie waarde as mens jou eie eetgoed wil maak en nie tot laat die oggend wil wag vir ontbyt nie.

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Excellent value for money.

Nice people. Good value if you want to make your own food and don't want to wait until late in the morning for breakfast.

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Hennau W - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Hennau W
Family with teenagers

Skoon en gerieflik.

Skoon, gerieflik en waarde vir geld.

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Clean and comfortable.

Clean, comfortable, good value for money.

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Jeanne D - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Jeanne D

Sakpasverblyf vir families en besigheidsresigers.

Ons was goed ontvang deur Elaine en sy het ons gou laat tuis voel. Haar man het geen moeite ontsien om ons te help om die braaivuur aan te steek nie. Die akkommodasie het als wat jy nodig het vir selfsorg. Bring net jou eie seep saam. Ons sou graag langer wou bly om al die besienswaardighede te besoek, maar moes ongelukkig die volgende dag verder ry.

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Affordable accommodation for families and business travellers.

Elaine welcomed us warmly and she made us feel at home in a jiffy. Her husband kindly assisted us with the braai. The accommodation is equipped with everything you need for self-catering. Just remember to bring your own soap. We would have loved to stay longer to visit all the attractions, but we had to hit the road the next day.

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Laurette H - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Laurette H
With partner

Heerlik gekuier en veilig gevoel.

Die gastehuis was skoon en netjies met 'n lekker ruim kamer wat op die stoep uitloop. Elaine is 'n warm en vriendelike mens en het ons sommer dadelik tuis laat voel. Sy het 'n plaaslike restaurant aanbeveel en ons het die kos en geselskap daar vreeslik geniet. Ons was bevoorreg om die plaaslike "band" daar te hê wat ons bederf het met hulle musiektalent. Ons het gevoel asof ons al jare lank op die dorp bly.

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Had a great time and felt safe.

The guest house was clean and tidy with a nice spacious room opening onto the veranda. Elaine is a warm and friendly person and made us feel right at home. She recommended a local restaurant and we thoroughly enjoyed the food and company there. We were fortunate to have the local "band" there who spoiled us with their musical talent. We felt as if we had been living in the town for years.

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Saskia L - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
3/5
Saskia L
With partner

Krag- en waterprobleem in dorp wat eienaars na beste van hul vermoë probeer regstel het met kragopwekker en boorgat.

Eienaars baie vriendelik en behulpsaam, maar geriewe baie basies en sou dit graag skoner wou gehad het. Geen veilige parkering maar andersins aanvaarbare verblyf.

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Power and water problem in town that owners tried their best to resolve with a generator and borehole.

Owners are very friendly and helpful, but facilities are very basic and I would have liked it to be cleaner. No safe parking, but besides that it the accommodation was acceptable.

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Claire L - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Claire L
Family with young children

Friendly and welcoming, a very special place.

Our second time at this special place. I would choose no other stopover. The warm hospitality can be found throughout the town, make the most of it when you are there.

Tharina Bennie V - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tharina Bennie V
Family with young children

Gasvryheid uit die boonste rakke.

Ons het heerlik gebly by Anker Gastehuis. Uitstekende waarde vir geld, pragtige, ruim, skoon kamers en gasvryheid uit die boonste rakke. Baie dankie!

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Top notch hospitality.

We had a wonderful stay at Anker Gastehuis. Excellent value for money, beautiful, spacious, clean rooms and top notch hospitality. Thank you very much!

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baie dankie vir die komplement ek waardeur dit regtig baie, ek is so bly julle het lekker gebly. en is veilig terug by die huis
Elaine - Anker - Philippolis

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Angela R - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Angela R
With partner

Very clean, comfortable and appropriate for Philippolis.

See the stars.

Eunice B - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Eunice B
Family with young children

Gasheer baie verwelkomend en innemend! Oneindig behulpsaam en vriendelik!

Netjies en skoon. Interessante dorpie.

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Host very welcoming and engaging! Extremely helpful and friendly!

Neat and clean. Interesting village.

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Kylee N - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Kylee N
Family with young children

Will definitely be back

The people were very nice & welcoming. It was just very hot in the room & would have liked a fan in there. I'll definitely recommend it to others. It was a lovely stay.

Willus K - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Willus K
With partner

Ons het groot waardering vir elektriese kombers en vuurwarm water.

Die eienaars se gasvryheid om kosteloos ekstra kamer vir my suster aan te bied, het dit moontlik gemaak vir ons om afsonderlik te snork en te rus!

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We greatly appreciate electric blanket and fire hot water.

The owners' hospitality in offering an extra room for my sister free of charge made it possible for us to snore and rest separately!

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Anonymous Guest - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Quiet village.

The guest house is on the gps, so easy to find.

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Melt H - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melt H
With friends

Phillipolis het vir ons nuwe betekenis gekry, met dank aan Dieth, ons gasheer.

Dit was 'n aangename oornag; verrassende vriendelikheid op 'n historiese dorpie.

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Phillipolis took on new meaning for us, thanks to Dieth, our host.

It was a pleasant overnight; surprising friendliness in a historic village.

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Wilhelm H - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wilhelm H
Family with teenagers

Die eienaars was baie vriendelik en die kamer was baie netjies en skoon.

Baie lekker gebly! Vriendelike en gasvrye mense. Kamers baie netjies en skoon. Sal beslis weer daar gaan bly. Goeie waarde vir geld.

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The owners were very friendly and the room was very neat and clean.

Very nice stay! Friendly and hospitable people. Rooms very neat and clean. Will definitely stay there again. Good value for money.

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Griet L - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Griet L
Family with young children

Die pad soontoe en terug na N1 is goed.

Die twee beddens in die eenslaapvertrek het elektriese warmkomberse, maar die skakelaars is nie maklik bereikbaar nie. Die twee bedligte het nie gewerk nie. Daar was net 2 handdoeke vir 3 mense. Die eienaar is besig om aan te bou so dit lyk biedjie deurmekaar, maar ons het lekker geslaap.

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The road there and back to N1 is good.

The two beds in the single bedroom have electric blankets, but the switches are not easily accessible. The two bedside lights did not work. There were only 2 towels for 3 people. The owner is building on it so it looks a bit messy, but we slept well.

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Marian K - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marian K
Family with young children

A great cost effective stop over - clean and comfortable.

I would recommend Anker Guesthouse as a stopover.

Elma P - Oct 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Elma P

Baie lekker gekuier!

Lekker rustig en stil.

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Had a great time!

Nice and quiet.

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Louise B - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Louise B
Family with young children

Ideaal as jy net 'n skoon, netjiese bed nodig het op 'n lang reis.

Niks luuks nie, maar ons het mos nie "luuks" betaal nie. Baie billik!

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Ideal if you just need a clean, tidy bed on a long journey.

Nothing fancy, but we didn't pay "luxury". Very fair!

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Ena J - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Ena J
Family with teenagers

Vriendelike mense, skoon en netjies, maar die linne was bietjie afgeleef.

Baie vriendelik mense, die kamer was netjies, en ons het heel veilig gevoel. Moeite is gedoen om my hond ook veilig te hou. Die kamer was skoon en netjies, net bietjie min tioletpapier. Linne was bietjie afgeleef, alhoewel die handdoeke nuut was. Die hoogtepunt van die verblyf was die aandete by sielskos op Phillipolis.

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Friendly people, clean and tidy, but the linen was a bit tired.

Very friendly people, the room was tidy, and we felt very safe. Efforts were made to keep my dog safe as well. The room was clean and tidy, only a little bit of thiolette paper. Linen was a bit tired, although the towels were new. The highlight of the stay was the dinner at soul food on Phillipolis.

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Rika N - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Rika N
With partner

Nie op standaard nie.

Ons moes vra vir toiletpapier en teelepels. Hang plek, maar geen hangers. Stort was nie skoon.

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Not on standard.

We had to ask for toilet paper and teaspoons. Hanging space, but no hangers. Shower was not clean.

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Ingrid W - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
1/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Ingrid W
Large group

Baie warm sonder lugversorger.

Die dakwaaiers is heeltemal te hoog in die kamer.

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Very hot without air conditioner.

The ceiling fans are way too high in the room.

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Christel S - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christel S
With partner

Baie tevrede en rustigheid geniet.

Baie oulik!

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Very satisfied and enjoying tranquility.

Very cute!

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Pieter R - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter R
With partner

Die tydjie in Phillapolis was net te kort.

Gawe, vriendelike mense. Heerlike verblyf. Definitief waarde vir geld.

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The time in Phillapolis was just too short.

Nice, friendly people. Great stay. Definitely value for money.

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Leoni J - Sep 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leoni J
Family with young children

Baie gemaklik, amper soos jou huis gevoel.

Anker Gastehuis is netjies en baie goeie waarde vir geld. Dis mooi uiteengesit en die beddens was baie gemaklik. Dis een van die min kere wat ek 'n rustige nagrus gehad het by 'n oornag-fasiliteit.

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Very comfortable, almost felt like your home.

Anker Gastehuis is tidy and very good value for money. It's nicely laid out and the beds were very comfortable. It's one of the few times I've had a peaceful night's rest at an overnight facility.

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Sara E - Jan 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sara E
Family with young children

The owners made us feel so welcome, doing anything possible to enhance our short stay!!

Philipolis surprised us with its charm, full of interesting history and with much more to see and do in the area than we had expected! It was a unique experience, which we were able to fully enjoy, mostly because of the owners of the Anker guesthouse who made themselves available for our any need, and who took us around to see/be able to appreciate the whole area at no extra charge!! The accommodation was lovely and perfectly suited to our needs as a family with children. Thank you so much!

Surika H - Oct 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Surika H
With partner

Vriendelik en waarde vir geld.

Die pad na Pilippolis is nie baie goed nie, maar die blyplek is baie netjies en die eienaar is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Sal die plek beslis aanbeveel.

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Friendly and value for money.

The road to Pilippolis is not very good, but the place to stay is very neat and the owner is very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend the place.

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Hannelie M - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Hannelie M
Family with young children

Skoon, gerieflik en waarde vir geld.

Baie beïndruk met die verblyf wat skoon en netjies was. Vir die prys wat gevra word teenoor dit wat jy ontvang, is dit 5-ster verblyf.

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Clean, comfortable and value for money.

Very impressed with the accommodation which was clean and tidy. For the price asked for what you receive, this is 5 star accommodation.

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John W - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
John W
Family with young children

Very friendly, great hospitality but needs air conditioning!

We stayed there when it was very hot - 35 degrees plus. Owners are very friendly and did a great braai for us which we loved. However, the room was very hot and could do with some air conditioning. We cooled off in the reservoir, though think a proper swimming pool would be a great added feature!

Kate B - Dec 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kate B
Family with young children

Thank you for the kindness

Thank you for the kindness. I will visit Anker Guesthouse again, and I've already recommend it to my colleauges.

Darryl F - Dec 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Darryl F
Family with young children

Pleasant surroundings and very comfortable

Relaxing, in very pleasant surroundings, as well as comfortable. It was a great stop-over on our way to Cape Town.

Johann E - Dec 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
2/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johann E
Family with teenagers

Great value and great hospitality

Our stay was good. The hosts had to wait up for us as we arrived very late, and then they went out of their way to accomodate us and ensure we had a good time!

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  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 10:00 to 22:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 15 Colin Fraser Street, Philippolis, 9970, Free State
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