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The Barracks

Guest House

Review Summary

4.6 out of 5from 207 reviews for The Barracks
Cleanliness
4.5/5
Service
4.7/5
Location
4.5/5
Safety
4.6/5
Value for money
4.4/5
Ralf S - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ralf S
With partner

Een nag oorslaap en die brakkie het dit ook geniet, oorgenoeg spasie.

Alles is great! Sommer net lekker, vriendelike gasheer, thanks Mike!

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One night sleepover and the brat enjoyed it too, plenty of space.

Everything is great! Just nice, friendly host, thanks Mike!

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Phil S - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Phil S
On business

Good value for money.

Very nice. Very friendly people.

Andre N - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre N
With partner

Sterk aan te beveel. Vir my een van die beste oornagplekke in Colesberg.

Baie aangenaam. Groot ruim kamer. Groot aparte toileten stortkamer. Volledige DSTV-pakket. Lekker ontbyt.

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Highly recommend. For me one of the best places to stay overnight in Colesberg.

Very pleasant. Large spacious room. Large separate toilet and shower room. Complete DSTV package. Nice breakfast.

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Jan D - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jan D
Individual traveller

Puik waarde vir geld! Skoon, ruim & netjies. Eienaars is uiters aangename mense.

Ja, lekker privaat en die klein stoep voor was handig om my oggendkoffie te geniet. Sal weer hier tuisgaan.

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Great value for money! Clean, spacious & tidy. Owners are extremely pleasant people.

Yes, nice and private and the small porch in front was handy for enjoying my morning coffee. Will stay here again.

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Anita C - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anita C

Veilig, pragtige, skoon verblyf, perfek na dag se lang reis.

Ons was laat a.g.v. onvoorsiene omstandighede, maar die eienaar was altyd vriendelik om ons te akkommodeer.

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Safe, beautiful, clean accommodation, perfect after day's long travel.

We were late because unforeseen circumstances, but the owner was always kind to accommodate us.

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Victoria G - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Victoria G
With friends

Welcoming hostess and comfortable stay.

The rooms are charming, beds comfortable and water hot. Everything a traveler needs! The optional breakfast was amazing and good value for money.

Juanita D - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Juanita D
With partner

Oulike, mooi gastehuis.

Baie lekker gebly! Waarde vir geld.

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Cute, beautiful guest house.

Very nice stay! Value for money.

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Nicolette J - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Nicolette J
With partner

Comfortable stay with everything you need.

Hosts were wonderful. Place neat and clean.

Stephen B - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephen B
Individual traveller

A great stay, in future "The Barracks" will be my choice of preference.

The owners of the accommodation are passionate about their business and have been so for years. Being winter, the room was preheated before arrival by an air conditioner. Upon arrival, the host met and informed me of everything I needed to know. There was a complimentary glass of sherry awaiting. The room was adequately appointed, functional, and cosy. The bed was king size with quality fabrics. The room had DSTV with news, sport, and movie channels. Best of all was a fabulous new shower where the water was hot and the water volume great.

Vivette C - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Vivette C
With partner

Uitgerus om die pad weer aan te durf!

Ons het lekker gebly in 'n skoon netjiese kamer - heerlike warm water en skoon handdoeke. Ons motor kon op 'n veilige plek staan en die gasheer was baie vriendelik en het goeie aanbevelings gemaak vir aandete.

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Rested to hit the road again!

We had a nice stay in a clean and tidy room - delicious hot water and clean towels. Our car was able to park in a safe place and the host was very friendly and made good recommendations for dinner.

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Carin B - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
1/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Carin B
With partner

Oor die algemeen het ons lekker geslaap.

Ons het lekker gebly, daar is net 'n paar goed wat my verhoed om weer daar te gaan bly, onder andere die inkomstyd van 9 nm. Alles word toegesluit. Die gasvrou maak dit duidelik dat sy na 9 nm nie meer daar gaan wees nie, en maak geen voorsiening vir die onvoorsiene nie.

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Overall we slept well.

We had a great stay, there are only a few things that prevent me from staying there again, among them the arrival time of 9 pm. Everything is locked. The hostess makes it clear that she will no longer be there after 9 pm, and makes no provision for the unforeseen.

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Suzette J - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Suzette J
With partner

Teleurstellend

Nee, van die hele vakansie in die Kaap, in 4 verskillende gastehuise (deur julle bespreek), was The Barracks by verre die swakste.

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Disappointing

No, of the entire holiday in the Cape, in 4 different guesthouses (booked by you), The Barracks was by far the worst.

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Liezl-thea B - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liezl-thea B
Family with teenagers

Tref die kol!

Het so lekker geslaap - net die beste halfweghuis.

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Hit the spot!

Slept so well - just the best halfway house.

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Melany G - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melany G
With partner

Beste oornag akkommodasie in Colesberg.

Die akkommodasie was wonderlik en ons was beïndruk met die vriendelike ontvangs en hulpvaardigheid van die gasheer en gasvrou. Ons sal beslis weer daar bly.

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Best overnight accommodation in Colesberg.

The accommodation was wonderful and we were impressed with the friendly welcome and helpfulness of the host and hostess. We will definitely stay there again.

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John G - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
John G
With partner

Great value for money.

Wonderful experience. Best accommodation in Coles.

Gerald R - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerald R
With partner

A most enjoyable and pleasant stay.

Michael was extremely friendly and went out of his way to make us feel at home. Our room was immaculate with attention to detail and we had a good night's rest after a long journey. Annalie prepared a delicious English breakfast for us the following morning and we will definitely be back.

Andre W - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre W
With partner

Good, simple and friendly hosting team. Organised and very pleasant.

Good restaurants in walking distance.

Faan P - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Faan P
With partner

Baie tevrede. Uitstekende verblyf.

Baie vriendelike ontvangs. Selfs op pad ons gekontak om te hoor hoe ons vorder. Geriewe was uitstekend sal dit beslis weer gebruik!

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Very satisfied. Excellent stay.

Very friendly reception. Even contacted us on the way to hear how we are progressing. Amenities were excellent would definitely use again!

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Lourens R - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lourens R
With partner

Uitstekend.

Die gasheer en gasvrou is verby vriendelik en baie behulpsaam.

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Outstanding.

The host and hostess are beyond friendly and very helpful.

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Eugene P - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eugene P
With friends

Uitstekend!

Uitstekende diens en behulpsaamheid.

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Outstanding!

Excellent service and helpfulness.

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Jacobus Engenatius L - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacobus Engenatius L
With partner

Baie aangename verblyf ervaring.

Die gashere skep 'n warm, vriendelike atmosfeer. Alhoewel die akkommodasie baie oud is, is dit gemaklik en skoon en het ons heerlik gebly! Definitief die moeite werd as 'n oornag bestemming!

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Very pleasant stay experience.

The hosts create a warm, friendly atmosphere. Although the accommodation is very old, it is comfortable and clean and we had a great stay! Definitely worth it as an overnight destination!

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Gerard H - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerard H
With partner

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Clean, and well kept. Loved the period decor and history of the place. Breakfast was delicious.

Tom L - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tom L
With partner

Aangename verblyf met uitstekende Karoo-maaltye.

Soos gewoonlik het The Barracks nie teleurgestel nie. Dit bly steeds 'n prima verblyfinstelling in Colesberg met 'n wenresep vir oornagreisigers en 'n regte Karoolam-aandete.

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Pleasant stay with excellent Karoo meals.

As usual, The Barracks did not disappoint. It still remains a prime accommodation establishment in Colesberg with a winning recipe for overnight travelers and a real Karoolam dinner.

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Hanlie L - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Hanlie L
With partner

Gerieflike oornagbestemming.

Sien sterre.

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Convenient overnight destination.

See stars.

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Pieter V - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pieter V
With partner

Heerlike Karookuiertjie.

The Barracks is 'n goeie voorbeeld van Karoo-gasvryheid. Gerieflike kamers, goed ingerigte badkamer en vriendelike en tegemoetkomende gashere. Dit is binne stapafstand van 'n paar goeie restaurante, en die volgende oggend is jy sommer binne 'n paar minute terug op die N1.

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Delicious Karookuiertjie.

The Barracks is a great example of Karoo hospitality. Comfortable rooms, well appointed bathroom and friendly and accommodating hosts. It's within walking distance of some good restaurants, and the next morning you're back on the N1 in just a few minutes.

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Carol P - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Carol P
With partner

Cozy, welcoming overnight stay.

An interesting old historical building. Mike and Amelia are friendly, attentive hosts. A comfortable, safe stay, great dinner at Inni Kraal down the road and a good breakfast prepared by Amelia.

Petrus S - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Petrus S
With partner

Rustige, veilige plek om te oornag.

Ons het een nag hier oorgebly op pad van George. Ontvangs was baie vriendelik en hulpvaardig. Ons het lekker gerus en het 'n baie lekker ontbyt geniet. Word sterk aanbeveel.

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Quiet, safe place to spend the night.

We stayed here one night on our way from George. Reception was very friendly and helpful. We rested well and enjoyed a very nice breakfast. Highly recommended.

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Chris V - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Chris V
With partner

Die gasheer was baie behulpsaam met my voertuig en sleepwa om veiligheid te verseker. Baie lekker gebly en rustige atmosfeer op die stoep geniet. Uitgerus vir die pad verder.

Oulike, historiese gastehuis.

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The host was very helpful with my vehicle and trailer to ensure safety. Had a great stay and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere on the stoep. Rested for the road ahead.

Cute, historic guest house.

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Cizelle N - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Cizelle N
With partner

Skoon beddegoed, maar beslis nie goeie waarde vir geld nie.

Die skoon wit beddegoed was omtrent die toppunt van ons kuier! Die badkamer is ook skoon, netjies en relatief modern. Die kamer het geruik asof daar honde gebly het, en dit het ook nie baie skoon vertoon nie. Die plek is oud en afgeleef en sal definitief 'n paar lae verf nodig hê om opgekikker te word. Parkering is agter die gebou, so jy moet jou bagasie self die hele pad tot by jou kamer dra - dit is aanvaarbaar vir jong mense soos ons, maar sal definitief nie vir ouer mense geskik wees nie. Die beste deel van ons verblyf was die uitstekende restaurant Inni Kraal, sowat 200m verder op die pad. Dit is binne loopafstand en veilig in die aand.

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Clean bedding but definitely not good value for money.

The clean white bedding was about the pinnacle of our visit! The bathroom is also clean, tidy and relatively modern. The room smelled like dogs had stayed in it, and it didn't look very clean either. The place is old and tired and will definitely need a few coats of paint to freshen it up. Parking is behind the building, so you have to carry your luggage all the way to your room yourself - this is acceptable for young people like us, but definitely not suitable for older people. The best part of our stay was the excellent restaurant Inni Kraal, about 200m further up the road. It is within walking distance and safe in the evening.

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The Barracks 's response

Dear Cizelle,

The Guest House dates back to 1851, so yes it is old and we like to keep it that way with no modern bling.

Our aim is to please, we will look into what you've mentioned.

We like Inni Kraal Restaurant (it's a magical place).

Regards,
Mike

The Barracks
Anonymous Guest - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends

Warm and dry bed on a long road.

The bed and towel were clean and good quality but the rest of the room appeared old and worthless. There were 3 of us and we had to book 2 rooms. In the city, we got a modern and tidy room that could sleep three for the same price. It just doesn't feel like value for money.

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Phyllis S - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Phyllis S
With partner

Netjies, skoon en gerieflik.

Dis die klein detail wat saak gemaak het. Ons wardeer.

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Neat, clean and comfortable.

It's the small detail that mattered. We appreciate.

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Natalie B - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Natalie B
With partner

This is our second stay at The Barracks - a lovely setting with friendly hosts.

The Barracks is situated at the end of town which allows for a nice tranquil stay. Everything is however still within walking distance and it is very safe to walk to a restaurant at night.

Anita F - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anita F
With partner

Aangename verblyf en baie goed ingerig.

Alle voorsorg was getref teen die koue, lekker warm geslaap. Baie dankie vir 'n aangename aand, ons sal julle beslis aanbeveel.

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Pleasant stay and very well furnished.

All precautions were taken against the cold, slept nice and warm. Thank you very much for a pleasant evening, we will definitely recommend you.

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Karin P - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin P
With partner

Hierdie was nie die eerste keer dat ons by The Barracks oorgeslaap het nie.

Hierdie is ons halfweg stop tussen Gauteng en die Wes-Kaap. The Barracks voel soos huis-weg-van-huis. Die ontvangs is altyd vriendelik en gasvry. Ons word gekontak op die dag wat ons gaan oorslaap om seker te maak hoe laat hulle ons kan verwag en of daar enigiets is wat hulle vir ons kan voorberei. Gerieflike kamers en uitstekende diens. Sal beslis weer daar oorslaap.

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This was not the first time we had stayed at The Barracks.

This is our halfway stop between Gauteng and the Western Cape. The Barracks feels like a home away from home. The reception is always friendly and hospitable. We are contacted on the day we are going to sleep over to make sure what time they can expect us and if there is anything they can prepare for us. Comfortable rooms and excellent service. Will definitely stay there again.

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Marlé F - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marlé F
With partner

Gasvry, en vriendelik.

Interressante detail in badkamer se dak. Pragtige tuintjie.

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Hospitable, and friendly.

Interesting detail in the bathroom roof. Beautiful little garden.

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Maina S - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maina S
With partner

Oulike verblyf. Vriendelike en behulpsame eienaars.

Het met aankoms keuse van 2 kamers gehad. Definitief die moeite werd. Sal weer daar oornag.

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Cute stay. Friendly and helpful owners.

Had choice of 2 rooms on arrival. Definitely worth it. Will stay there again.

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Linda T - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Linda T

A very pleasant overnight stay in a comfortable and clean room with everything we needed.

We also loved the short visits from the very friendly Malamute.

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

Baie verwelkomend en vriendelik. Uiters professioneel.

Baie lekker en uiters professioneel.

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Very welcoming and friendly. Extremely professional.

Very nice and extremely professional.

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

Goeie oornagopsie.

Was baie gemaklik om sommer daar lekker aandete te kon geniet.

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Good overnight option.

Was very comfortable to be able to enjoy a nice dinner there.

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

Veilige, skoon oornagplek! Vriendelike diens en heerlike ontbyt.

Heerlik gewees om by The Barracks in Colesberg oor te slaap. The Barracks is skoon en netjies. Die diens baie goed en die ontbyt heerlik. Binne stapafstand van verskeie restaurante. Sal definitief weer besoek.

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Safe, clean place to stay! Friendly service and delicious breakfast.

It was wonderful to sleep over at The Barracks in Colesberg. The Barracks is clean and tidy. The service very good and the breakfast delicious. Within walking distance of several restaurants. Will definitely visit again.

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Marius V - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius V
With partner

Verblyf het voldoen aan al ons behoeftes. Verblyf was netjies en die kliëntediens uitstekend.

Verblyf het ten volle aan ons behoeftes as 'n oorslaap-akkommodasie voldoen. Ontvangs was vriendelik en behulpsaam. Verblyf was netjies en skoon.

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Accommodation met all our needs. Accommodation was neat and the customer service excellent.

Accommodation fully met our needs as an overnight accommodation. Reception was friendly and helpful. Accommodation was neat and clean.

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Natasha L - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Natasha L
With partner

Baie netjiese plek.

Ons het baie lekker gekuier, het net een nag oornag maar na 'n ver rit was dit presies wat ons nodig gehad het. Vriendelike verwelkoming met 'n botteltjie water en ons was sommer dadelik tuis.

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Very neat place.

We had a great time, only stayed one night but after a long drive it was exactly what we needed. Friendly welcome with a bottle of water and we were right at home.

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Pieter C - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter C
With partner

Uitstekend.

Michael en Annelie was uiters vriendelik en ons het dadelik laat tuis voel. Hulle het uit hulle pad gegaan om tydens load shedding steeds alles te laat vlot verloop veral met 'n minus 2 grade. Die ontbyt bedien was absoluut die geld werd.

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Outstanding.

Michael and Annelie were extremely friendly and immediately made us feel at home. They went out of their way to keep everything running smoothly during load shedding, especially with minus 2 degrees. The breakfast served was absolutely worth the money.

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Karla C - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Karla C
Family with teenagers

Salige oase van stilte en rus.

Ons het een nag oorgeslaap. Tydens 'n vorige oorslaapgeleentheid in Colesberg kon ons skaars slaap weens die geraas vanaf die N1. Hierdie kamer was heelnag heerlik stil - 'n kombinasie van die dik, ou mure en die ligging onder die heuwel, dink ek. Eskom het natuurlik die krag afgesit, maar die eienaars het die elektrisiteit aangevul, wat beteken het die ligte het aangebly. Omdat ons eers laatmiddag sou aankom, het die eienaar vroeg al die lugversorging aangesit, sodat ons kamer warm kon wees vir die koue nag. Die beddegoed was van goeie gehalte en ons het baie gemaklik oorgebly. Ons motor kon agter 'n geslote hek parkeer. Definitief 'n veilige en goeie keuse vir oorslaap.

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Blissful oasis of silence and rest.

We slept over one night. During a previous sleepover event in Colesberg we could hardly sleep due to the noise from the N1. This room was wonderfully quiet all night - a combination of the thick, old walls and the location down the hill, I think. Eskom of course turned off the power, but the owners topped up the electricity, which meant the lights stayed on. Because we wouldn't arrive until late afternoon, the owner turned on the air conditioning early, so that our room could be warm for the cold night. The bedding was of good quality and we had a very comfortable stay. Our car could park behind a locked gate. Definitely a safe and good choice for an overnight stay.

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Merelle D - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Merelle D
With partner

Tops!

Ons het met ons groot hond puik verblyf gekry. Hy het sy eie "erf" gehad waar hy kon bene rek.

Lindsay M - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Lindsay M
On business

Short and sweet.

We were only stopping overnight, but I could easily spend a longer time here.

Jacolene B - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jacolene B
Family with teenagers

Heerlike, rustige atmosfeer.

Vriendelike en behulpsame diens. Heerlike ontbyt!

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Lovely, peaceful atmosphere.

Friendly and helpful service. Delicious breakfast!

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Morné V - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Morné V
With friends

Baie lekker gebly.

Baie vriendelike mense wat seker maak jy is gemaklik. Gastehuis is ook oud maar baie skoon. Sal dit vir seker aanbeveel.

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Very nice stay.

Very friendly people who make sure you are comfortable. Guesthouse is also old but very clean. Would recommend it for sure.

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Elbie V - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Elbie V
Family with teenagers

Oornagverblyf op pad terug van die Kaap. Vriendelike diens.

Basiese verblyf, maar die kos was uitstekend! Annalie mag maar kos maak en was akkommoderend met my tiener. Sy het ook uit haar pad gegaan om 'n item te koerier wat ons daar vergeet het.

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Overnight stay on the way back from the Cape. Friendly service.

Basic accommodation, but the food was excellent! Annalie is allowed to cook and was accommodating with my teenager. She also went out of her way to courier an item we forgot there.

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Ulricke P - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Ulricke P
With partner

Was a stop-over.

Definitely overpriced in comparison to other places we have stayed in Colesberg.

The Barracks 's response

Dear Ulricke,
We trust you are well. Rates would have been known to you prior to the booking being confirmed or on your arrival. Nevertheless, we are thankful that you stayed and support the town of Colesberg on a regular basis.
Regards

The Barracks
Annami R - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Annami R
With partner

Hartlike en vriendelike ontvangs. Kamer, badkamer en agterplaas kort 'n deeglike skoonmaak en instandhouding.

Gasheer en gasvrou vriendelik. Kamer en badkamer vuil. Uitgebreide laag van swart alge in badkamer. Oppervlaktes waaraan gaste moet raak (deure en skakelaars) met taai stoflaag bedek. Sigbare stoflaag op teëls en houtlyste. Nagrus versteur deur helder eksterne lig wat by venster bokant deur inskyn (die kantgordyn is te klein en keer nie skerp lig nie). Badkamerlig bly ure aan nadat 'n mens dit afskakel en skyn op bed as 'n mens gaan slaap. Dit skyn ook verby kante van die toe deur. Te min plek om persoonlike items neer te sit. Kamer baie naby straat geleë.

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Warm and friendly welcome. Room, bathroom and backyard need a thorough cleaning and maintenance.

Host and hostess friendly. Room and bathroom dirty. Extensive layer of black algae in bathroom. Surfaces that guests have to touch (doors and switches) covered with sticky dust layer. Visible layer of dust on tiles and wooden moldings. Night rest disturbed by bright external light shining in from window above door (the side curtain is too small and does not block bright light). Bathroom light stays on hours after one turns it off and shines on bed when one goes to sleep. It also shines past sides of the closed door. Too little space to put down personal items. Room located very close to the street.

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Dear Annamie,

• There was mould build up above the shower due to the steam that the extractor fan should have managed, this has subsequently been scrubbed and treated with Borax.
• The bathroom light is one of those battery type lights that stay on if there is loadshedding.
• We can do nothing about the room being close to the road, we are one street back of the main road opposite Colesberg Tennis Club.
• The light that would have been shining above your room is a solar light that lights up the pathway at night and helps when there is loadshedding. We could possibly look at moving this elsewhere.
• Space for personal belongings is a tricky one. We do have a wardrobe for hanging items and then floor space for bags, cooler boxes etc.

It is not the norm and we sincerely apologize for the way you felt. We have taken an adult and honest assesment of the situation and would like to offer you a future stay when travelling the N1 next.

Regards
Mike & Annalie King

The Barracks
Christine F - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christine F
Individual traveller

Baie gerieflik.

Ek is hartlik verwelkom en vriendelik rondgewys. Die kamer was baie netjies, skoon en pragtig versier. Alles wat ek moontlik kon benodig is voorsien, selfs muskiet-afweerder, vir ingeval hulle mens sou pla. Die bed was baie gemaklik en ek het werklik lekker uitgerus na 'n lang dag se ry. Die badkamer het 'n lieflike hoekbad wat ek so geniet het. Ek stel The Barracks voor aan enige reisiger.

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Very convenient.

I was warmly welcomed and kindly shown around. The room was very neat, clean and beautifully decorated. Everything I could possibly need was provided, even mosquito repellent, in case they bothered you. The bed was very comfortable and I really rested after a long day of driving. The bathroom has a lovely corner bath which I enjoyed so much. I recommend The Barracks to any traveler.

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Debra O - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Debra O
Individual traveller

Very quaint!

A lovely stay! The Barracks are quaint, steeped in History with lots of memorabilia and beautiful antiques. Very interesting that these barracks formerly housed the British Ranking Officers.

Elma M - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elma M
With partner

Perfect.

Were helpfull, friendly and clean.

Louise D - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Louise D

Baie welkom gevoel.

Die kamer was vooraf verwarm in die ysige, koue Colesberg. Aandete se lamstjops was voortreflik voorberei. Kan dit ten sterkste aanbeveel.

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Felt very welcome.

The room was pre-heated in the icy cold Colesberg. Dinner's lamb chops were superbly prepared. Can highly recommend it.

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Carina V - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carina V
With partner

Wonderlike diens!

Ons is hartlik ontvang met 'n warm kamer en OBS teen die koue! Pragtige kamer met alles wat mens kan nodig kry. Kan dit absoluut aanbeveel!

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Wonderful service!

We were warmly received with a warm room and OBS against the cold! Beautiful room with everything one could need. Can absolutely recommend it!

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Pieter R - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter R
With partner

Well recommended. The Barracks really makes an effort to ensure comfort and privacy

Friendly and personal welcome at arrival. The Barracks really makes an effort to ensure comfort and privacy. Own secure parking. The rooms are very comfortable with good beds, a spacious clean bathroom and above all very quiet. Far away from all the traffic on the N1. For dinner we chose the on-site restaurant. And were served a 3 course 'boerekos' meal, prepared by the lady of the house. While her husband lit a fire in the dining room filled with antiques. Really very homely and the food tasted particularly nice. The lamb chops were delicious and crispy. The chocolate bomb for dessert was a real treat. The breakfast in the morning was extensive, with delicious fresh ingredients. Very helpful hosts who also helped us with printing documents before departure. They waved us goodbye personally. A very charming and pleasant B&B where we would like to stay again. Well recommended!

Andre En Anita R - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre En Anita R
With partner

Vriendelike en warm eienaars, skoon, netjies kamer, veilige parkering.

Dit is nou al ons 4de keer wat ons hier tuisgaan. Altyd baie vriendelik ontvang, kamer pragtig netjies skoon, TV werk, badkamer netjies, skoon, lekker sepies en shampoos, sagte skoon handdoeke en hul maak die heerlikste ontbyt. Amper vergeet ek, jy word hartlik verwelkom met 'n glasie cherrie, nou wat wil 'n moeë reisiger nou meer hê.

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Friendly and warm owners, clean, tidy room, safe parking.

This is now our 4th time staying here. Always very friendly welcome, room beautifully neat and clean, TV works, bathroom neat, clean, nice soaps and shampoos, soft clean towels and they make the most delicious breakfast. I almost forget, you are warmly welcomed with a glass of sherry, now what more could a weary traveler want.

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Cas B - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cas B
Family with teenagers

Ideale ligging. Vriendelike ontvangs.

Eeenheid is baie goed toegerus. Baie netjies en skoon.

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Ideal location. Friendly reception.

Unit is very well equipped. Very neat and clean.

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Allan B - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Allan B
With partner

Perfect.

It was a very pleasant experience and will definitely stay there again when passing through Colesberg. Breakfeast was great as well.

Natalie B - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Natalie B
Large group

Peaceful.

A really welcoming and peaceful place to lay your weary head after taking on the the long N1.

Zanett V - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zanett V
With partner

Goed ingerig, netjies en baie vriendelike gasheer en -vrou.

Als wat jy nodig het.

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Well furnished, tidy and very friendly host and wife.

All you need.

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Amanda R - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Amanda R
Individual traveller

Goeie oornagstop

Sentraal geleë, stap afstand van 'n eetplek af. Netjies en baie vriendelik ontvang.

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Good overnight stop

Centrally located, walking distance from a place to eat. Neat and very friendly welcome.

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Frankie D - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Frankie D
With partner

A very comfortable overnight stop.

The hosts were very accommodating, our room was very comfortable and the meals that we had requested were more than anticipated. We will definitely use this venue again in the future.

Koos V - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Koos V
With partner

Baie lekker gekuier. Die fasiliteite, gasvryheid en ontbyt was great. Thanks Mike.

Ons het een nag oorgeslaap en dit was 'n baie aangename ervaring, dankie.

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Had a great time. The facilities, hospitality and breakfast were great. Thanks Mike.

We stayed one night and it was a very pleasant experience, thank you.

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Louis M - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Louis M
With partner

Dankie Mike ons het dit baie geniet. Dankie vir jou gasvryheid.

Mike is baie gasvry. Sal weer daar kuier.

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Thanks Mike we really enjoyed it. Thank you for your hospitality.

Mike is very hospitable. Will visit there again.

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Bevan B - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bevan B
With partner

Baie rustige oornagverblyf. Sal weer teruggaan.

Nie juis veel meer om te sê nie. Was goeie waarde vir geld. Goeie plek om te bly as mens reis met troeteldiere.

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Very peaceful overnight stay. Will go back again.

Not much more to say. Was good value for money. Good place to stay if traveling with pets.

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Diana M - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Diana M

It was an overnight stay.

We weren't able to open the emails while away, and we didn't see that it was not pet-friendly. However the owner allowed us to stay with our dog. We're very grateful for this. Thank you.

Maria T - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Maria T
With friends

Linne goed. Kamers en badkamers ruim. Gasheer vriendelik en behulpsaam.

Ons het lekker hier oornag. Geen probleme. Ek sal net aanbeveling maak dat die struike en bome bietjie gesnoei word, indien dit nie al gedoen is nie, by die paadjie voor die kamers. Lyk so mooi en gee rustige atmosfeer maar die hang te laag, veral die manne moet gebukkend loop.

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Linen good. Rooms and bathrooms spacious. Host friendly and helpful.

We had a nice stay here. No problems. I would only recommend that the bushes and trees be trimmed a bit, if this has not already been done, by the path in front of the rooms. Looks so beautiful and gives a peaceful atmosphere but the slope is too low, especially the men have to walk stooped.

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Tinus S - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tinus S
With partner

Veilig en in 'n rustige area.

Mike het ons goed ontvang en laat tuis voel. Slegs geslaap en nie etes geneem nie, vroeg weg.

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Safe and in a quiet area.

Mike received us well and made us feel at home. Only slept and took no meals, left early.

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Juanita B - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Juanita B
With partner

Old world charm.

Nicely located, clean old world charm with friendly service.

Fraser M - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Fraser M
Family with teenagers

Die eienaars is baie hulpvaardig en vriendelik.

Die ontbyt was heerlik.

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The owners are very helpful and friendly.

The breakfast was delicious.

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Lizette O - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Lizette O
With partner

Rustig en ruim.

Naby oulike eetplekke binne stapafstand. Vriendelike gasheer/vrou.

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Quiet and spacious.

Close to cute places to eat within walking distance. Friendly host/wife.

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Trevor K - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Trevor K
With partner

We had an outstanding time.

First time we have stayed in the Paddock's which is ideal for families etc. Should have ordered the braai packs as there are braai's available at the units and weather was fantastic. The dinner was outstanding. The friendliness and politeness made the stay very enjoyable. Will definitely make use of their services again should we stay over in Colesberg.

Andre W - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Andre W
With partner

Lekker plek en vriendelike gasheer. Aandete was uitstekend.

Die geskiedenis van die area en die inligting verskaf deur die gasheer het ook bygedra tot die plesier van ons verblyf.

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Nice place and friendly host. Dinner was excellent.

The history of the area and the information provided by the host also added to the pleasure of our stay.

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Lorna G - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Lorna G
With friends

Gerieflik.

Die eenheid wat hondevriendelik is, was gerieflik dat dit rondom toe is. Beddens het lekker geslaap. Die japonne was 'n bonus op die koue aand. Stort kort dalk 'n opknapping.

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Comfortable.

The unit being dog friendly was convenient that it was closed all around. Beds slept well. The coats were a bonus on the cold evening. Shower may need an overhaul.

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Reinoud O - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Reinoud O
With partner

Goeie oornag-akkommodasie.

Gerieflik om te oornag met nabygeleë restaurant.

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Good overnight accommodation.

Convenient to stay overnight with nearby restaurant.

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Izanne W - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Izanne W
With partner

Vriendelik, homely, gemaklik, stil.

Weg van snelweg, welkome stilte, groot kamers, vriendelike diens, binne stapafstand van lekker restaurante, skoon.

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Friendly, homely, comfortable, quiet.

Away from highway, welcome quiet, large rooms, friendly service, within walking distance of nice restaurants, clean.

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Derek S - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Derek S
Family with teenagers

Stayed over for Y2Karoo MTB Race.

I was traveling with my young adult daughter and booked a room with two single beds. On arrival we were offered 2 separate rooms at no extra charge. Thank you very much. Great service.

Hannes W - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Hannes W
With partner

Lekker oornaggeriewe - baie vriendelike gasheer en -vrou.

Netjies en baie gasvrye atmosfeer.

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Nice overnight facilities - very friendly host and wife.

Neat and very hospitable atmosphere.

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Beulah H - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Beulah H
With partner

Very accommodating hosts. Pet friendly, garden was perfect.

Very pleasant overnight stay.

Wilhelmina N - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wilhelmina N
With partner

Lekker.

Vriendelike diens! Pragtige, historiese gebou.

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Nice.

Friendly service! Beautiful, historic building.

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Zelda S - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zelda S
With partner

Baie goed toegeruste en netjiese plek. Vriendelike diens.

Ideaal vir ‘n vinnige oorslaap. Daar is ‘n kroegie waar ons rustig op die stoep kon kuier. Die lekkerste eetplek vir aandete is binne loopafstand. Ons kan dit regtig aanbeveel.

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Very well equipped and tidy place. Friendly service.

Ideal for a quick sleepover. There is a bar where we could visit quietly on the stoep. The best place to eat for dinner is within walking distance. We can really recommend it.

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Linda P - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Linda P
With friends

Very neat and tidy, big bathroom and shower, excellent hosts, very friendly, lovely breakfast

Will definitely visit agian

Wayne C - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Wayne C
Family with young children

Stop off on the way to Plett.

Great stay and great service, everything was as expected and also having a great restaurant in walking distance was a bonus.

Karin P - Feb 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin P
With partner

Baie gasvry en goeie waar vir geld.

Baie gasvry en aandete was heerlik. 'n Huislike atmosfeer. Sal beslis weer daar oornag.

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Very hospitable and good value for money.

Very hospitable and dinner was delicious. A homely atmosphere. Will definitely stay there again.

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Sjaan V - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sjaan V
With friends

Absoluut my tipe plek - als is na smaak en ek het lekker gebly.

Skoon, netjies, vriendelik - ontbyt is uitstekend - die kamer is baie mooi en het absoluut alles in wat jy benodig om te oornag.

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Absolutely my type of place - everything is to taste and I had a great stay.

Clean, tidy, friendly - breakfast is excellent - the room is very nice and has absolutely everything you need to spend the night.

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Henriette F - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Henriette F
With friends

Skoon, netjies, baie goed geleë, baie naby restaurante.

Vriendelike ontvangs. Sal beslis weer daar oorslaap.

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Clean, tidy, very well located, very close to restaurants.

Friendly reception. Will definitely stay there again.

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Betty D - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Betty D
With partner

Lekker oorslaapplek.

The Barracks is a nice and clean place to rest. The owners know what hospitality means. Breakfast was also excellent, and we liked the fact that breakfast starts early. We will stay over there again.

Helena V - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Helena V
With partner

Oase in Colesberg. Heerlike kos en uitmuntende gasheer en gasvrou!

Ouwêreldse elegansie, knus gastehuis met aandete en ontbyt! Gasheer Mike en gasvrou Annalie, julle mag maar! Ons beveel julle plek met graagte aan vir oornagreisigers tussen Gauteng en die Kaap!

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Oasis in Colesberg. Delicious food and excellent host and hostess!

Old world elegance, cozy guest house with dinner and breakfast! Host Mike and hostess Annalie, you may! We are happy to recommend your place for overnight travelers between Gauteng and the Cape!

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Colette D - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Colette D
With partner

Behalwe vir onverwagte onkoste en as jy klaar parkeer het kan jy nie weer ry nie was dit heel skaflik.

Vriendelike diens. Baie outyds (persoonlike opinie) maar is redelik skoon.

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Apart from unexpected expenses and if you have finished parking you cannot drive again, it was very polite.

Friendly service. Very old fashioned (personal opinion) but is quite clean.

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Kotie P - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Kotie P
With partner

Dit was nie 'n kuier nie, net 'n oorslaap.

Dit is 'n skoon plek.

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It wasn't a visit, just a sleepover.

It is a clean place.

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Roelof V - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Roelof V
With partner

Redelik.

Bad, wasbak en stort gordyn kan doen met bietjie skoonmaak. Daar is baie potensiaal in hierdie gastehuis maar die fyner punte faal. Hulle het 'n historiese gebou en kan daarop voortbou deur bv. die krane ens te "brasso". Dit was immers offisiers menasie gedurende boereoorlog.

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Reasonable.

Bath, sink and shower curtain could do with some cleaning. There is a lot of potential in this guest house but the finer points fail. They have a historic building and can build on it by e.g. the taps etc. too "brasso". After all, it was officers' menagerie during the Boer war.

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

Uitstekende verblyf.

Ons gasheer is baie vriendelik en hulpvaardig en ons het die heerlikste maaltye gehad.Sal definitief weer daar oornag.

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Excellent stay.

Our host is very friendly and helpful and we had the most delicious meals. Will definitely stay there again.

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Nicolene N - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicolene N
With partner

Ontspannend.

Baie gemaklik en mooi, als wat jy benodig vir oornag.

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Relaxing.

Very comfortable and beautiful. Everything you need for an overnight stay.

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Michael C - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michael C
With partner

Thanks so much. Once again a great place to stay over.

Once again a great stay over. Value for money.

Schalk V - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Schalk V
With partner

Wonderlike mense, en pragtige plek om te bly na 'n lang reis, 'n moet vir almal om te besoek.

'n Wonderlike ervaring vanaf die oomblik dat ons aangekom het. Buite is ons ontvang met die mees vriendelikste eienaar wat ons binne deur die perseel gelei het en ons pragtige kamer gewys is. Ons het 'n baie aangename en rustige verblyf gehad en sal die plek vir almal aanbeveel.

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Wonderful people, and beautiful place to stay after a long journey, a must for everyone to visit.

A wonderful experience from the moment we arrived. Outside, we were welcomed by the most friendliest owner who led us through the premises and shown our beautiful room. We had a very pleasant and peaceful stay and would recommend the place to everyone.

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Ingrid J - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ingrid J
With partner

Lekker geslaap, vriendelike, hulpvaardige eienaars.

Dit is 'n mooi, ou huis met baie geskiedenis. Ons kar was veilig. Dit was vir ons agter hekke gesit. Ons is bederf.

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Slept well, friendly, helpful owners.

It is a beautiful, old house with a lot of history. Our car was safe. It was put behind gates for us. We are spoiled.

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Peter L - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Peter L
Individual traveller

A lovely short stay.

Met by host on the street as I rode slowly past, uncertain of where I was. Safe parking sorted, shown room and all that was necessary to find my way around. Large, clean, pleasant room and en-suite. Air con to heat and cool. Wi-Fi. Host pointed out restaurant close by where I could dine after my journey. A good night's sleep on a good mattresses and bedding. The hosts prepared the breakfast themselves on a Sunday morning which was a nice touch as was the full breakfast. A pleasant stay.

Amanda B - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Amanda B
Family with young children

Ou plekkie, maar beslis die moeite werd.

Het oornag by die Barracks. Die gashere is ongelooflik vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die plekkie is bietjie oud, maar baie netjies en skoon. Ons het heerlik gemaklik geslaap. Die ontbyt was heerlik en mens kry individuele aandag. Die Alaskan Malamute was die dierbaarste hond uit en my dogtertjie heel verlief op haar. Ek sal hulle beslis aanbeveel. Warm en goeie mense!

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Old place, but definitely worth it.

Stayed overnight at the Barracks. The hosts are incredibly friendly and helpful. The place is a bit old, but very neat and clean. We slept wonderfully comfortably. The breakfast was delicious and you get individual attention. The Alaskan Malamute was the cutest dog out there and my little girl was totally in love with her. I would definitely recommend them. Warm and good people!

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Anonymous Guest - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest

Was okay for one night's sleep.

But will not use Barrack's services again.

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Peter D - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Peter D
Individual traveller

Gemaklik.

Gemaklike en veilige oornag-bestemming.

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Comfortable.

Comfortable and safe overnight destination.

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Shayne W - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Shayne W
With friends

Welcoming, clean and warm; a definite place to overnight in Colesberg.

Mike messaged me in the morning to ask me to let him know when we were about 30 minutes away so he could put the heaters on in the room. Amazing service and thoughtfulness. A lovely evening in Colesberg in a great B&B.

Petro P - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Petro P

Fantasties.

Gemaklik, lekker kos, persoonlike aandag. Die eienaar wag jou buite in met 'n glasie sherry. Persoonlike aandag.

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Fantastic.

Comfortable, good food, personal attention. The owner waits for you outside with a glass of sherry. Personal attention.

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Petro P - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Petro P
With friends

Fantasties!

Dit was goed. Sal definitief weer daar tuisgaan. Sal aanbeveel.

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Fantastic!

It was great. Will definitely stay there again. Would recommend it.

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

Het baie welkom gevoel en dit baie geniet.

Mike en Annelie was uitstekende gashere!

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Felt very welcome and really enjoyed it.

Mike and Annelie were excellent hosts!

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

Heerlik oornag in netjiese plek en uitstekende diens.

Ons het in Januarie 2018 by The Barracks oornag. Dit was die eerste keer dat ons by The Barracks bly en was aangenaam verras met die goeie diens en die netjiese en goed toegeruste akkommodasie. Die ontbyt was ook baie lekker en die bediening fluks. Ons kan beslis The Barracks aanbeveel.

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Lovely overnight stay in a neat place and excellent service.

We stayed overnight at The Barracks in January 2018. It was the first time we stayed at The Barracks and were pleasantly surprised with the good service and the neat and well-equipped accommodation. The breakfast was also very tasty and the service fast. We can definitely recommend The Barracks.

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Fred C - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fred C
With partner

Great stopover. Wonderful host.

The Barracks is not a tourist haven. For us it is a stopover to Cape Town. The overall appearance is neglected but has a certain charm. The host is very welcoming and pleasant. The food absolutely great.

Pieter R - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pieter R
Individual traveller

Alles wat ek verwag het.

Baie skoon en netjies. Sal beslis weer daar oornag.

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Everything I expected.

Very clean and tidy. Will definitely stay there again.

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Wery B - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Wery B
With partner

Was rustig en genoeg.

Die bestuurder was baie behulpsaam, het lekker gerus sonder enige voorvalle.

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Was calm and enough.

The driver was very helpful, rested well without any incidents.

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Yolandé C - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Yolandé C

Baie oulike plek.

Ons was verras oor hoe mooi en skoon alles was. Omdat ek 'n diereliefhebber is, het die mooi honde bygevoeg tot my positiewe ervaring.

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Very cute place.

We were surprised at how nice and clean everything was. Being an animal lover, the beautiful dogs added to my positive experience.

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Eben V - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Eben V
With partner

Behulpsame gasheer en lekker plek om te rus ná 'n lang reis.

Mike, die gasheer, was baie vriendelik en hulpvaardig sonder om 'n oorlas van homself te maak. Aandete was heerlik en die ontbyt wat by die prys ingesluit was, was 'n treffer.

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Helpful host and a nice place to rest after a long journey.

Mike, the host, was very friendly and helpful without making a nuisance of himself. Dinner was delicious and the breakfast included in the price was a hit.

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Tina D - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Tina D

Attentive owners, clean linen, safe parking.

Rooms are in historical building with small shaded garden. Beds are comfy and linen is clean. Decor is tired. Dinner could be served and presented more attractively. Free range cat on premises.

Bruwer S - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bruwer S
With partner

Aangename ervaring.

Uiters professionele diens van n baie vriendelike gasheer.

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Pleasant experience.

Extremely professional service from a very friendly host.

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Peter D - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Peter D
Individual traveller

Goeie, veilige en rustige oornagverblyf.

Maklik om The Barracks te vind vanaf N1. Goed ontvang. Veilig gevoel en rustige oornagverblyf gehad. Ontbytpakkie ontvang. Sal beslis weer gebruik maak van The Barracks.

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Good, safe and peaceful overnight stay.

Easy to find The Barracks from N1. Well received. Felt safe and had a peaceful overnight stay. Received breakfast package. Will definitely use The Barracks again.

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Sonja S - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sonja S
Family with teenagers

Mike en sy vrou het 'n wonderlike, troeteldiervriendelike gastehuis.

Ek en my gesin (en honde) wil baie baie dankie sê vir Mike en sy vrou se heerlike, gerieflike en gasvrye gastehuis op Colesberg. Die Barracks is ideaal geleë,en die veilige privaat binnehof, skitterskoon gastehuis en uitstekende diens maak dit die perfekte oornagblyplek. Mike het ons help parkeer in 'n toesluitarea vir ons motor en sleepwa, 'n welkom-sjerrie aangedra en selfs 'n ekstra slot-en-sleutel beskikbaar gestel. Op sy aanbeveling het ons heerlik geëet op in die straat by sy vriend Nick se restaurant. Die kamer het slaapplek vir 4 persone en was uiters gemaklik. Baie, baie dankie Mike, sien jou eersdaags weer.

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Mike and his wife have a wondeful, pet-friendly guesthouse.

My family and I (and our dogs) want to thank Mike and his wife for the wonderful, comfy, hospitable guesthouse in Colesburg. Die Barracks has an ideal location and the safe, private courtyard, spotless guesthouse, and outstanding service makes it perfect for an overnight stay. Mike helped us to park in the locked area for our car and trailer, gave us some sherry, and even an extra lock and key. He recommended his friend Nick's restaurant in the same streat - the food was delicious. The room accommodates 4 people and it was very comfortable. Thanks so so much Mike, you will see us again.

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Renee V - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Renee V
With partner

Heerlik en baie gesellig.

Ons was verwelkom by ons motor deur die eienaar. Ons het 'n heerlike 3-gang-maaltyd gehad in die ou huis. Kamer en badkamer is minimalisties mooi. Ons sal beslis weer daar bly in die toekoms!

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Delicious and very cozy.

We were welcomed to our car by the owner. We had a delicious 3-course meal in the old house. Room and bathroom are minimalistic and beautiful. We will definitely stay there again in the future!

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Michael C - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michael C
With partner

'n Uitstekende oornagbestemming.

Die vriendelikheid en professionele manier waarop ons getrakteer is, is beslis prysenswaardig. Michael die eienaar het selfs voor ons daar aangekom het ons gebel om uit te vind hoe dit met ons gaan en hoe laat ons daar sal aankom. Van daar af tot ons vertrek het, is ons op die hande gedra met egte plattelandse gasvryheid wat dit 'n unieke en onvergeetlike ondervinding gemaak het.

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An excellent overnight destination.

The kindness and professional manner in which we were treated is certainly commendable. Michael the owner even called us before we got there to find out how we were doing and what time we would get there. From there until we left, we were treated with genuine country hospitality which made it a unique and unforgettable experience.

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Jacques E - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques E
With partner

Uitstekend, sal beslis weer daar oorbly.

Gasvry, uitstekende diens en kan verblyf sterk aanbeveel.

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Excellent, will definitely stay there again.

Hospitable, excellent service and I can highly recommend the accommodation.

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Suzette B - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Suzette B
With partner

Lekker ou geskiedkundige gebou met baie vriendelike gasheer.

Baie dankie aan die mense van die Barracks, lekker ou geskiedkundige gebou met baie vriendelike gasheer. Baie lekker geslaap en die ontbyt was ook baie lekker. Ons moet onthou hierdie is 'n baie klein gemeenskap en ek kan getuig die eienaar en personeel doen 'n fantastiese werk. Mooi skoon en gerieflik. Sal beslis weer daar vertoef. Groete en dankie LekkeSlaap.

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Nice old historic building with very friendly host.

Thank you to the people of Barracks - lovely old historic building with a very friendly host. Slept well and breakfast was scrumptious. Ons has to keep in mind that this is a very small community. I can truly testify that the owner and staff do great work. Nice, clean and comfortable. Would definitely return. All the best and thank you to LekkeSlaap.

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Linda P - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Linda P
Family with young children

Wonderlike Plattelandse gasvryheid.

Ons het die familiekamer met spasie en private "coutyard" na lang reis padlangs, baie waardeer. Mike en Annalie ontvang jou met aankoms in egte plattelandse gasvryheid met glasie sjerrie en lemoensap. Goeie diens, ontbyt heerlik. Mike ekstra moeite gedoen om ons 2 jarige seuntjie se eetgewoontes te akkommodeer. Sal definitief vir familie en vriende aanbeveel.

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Wonderful countryside hospitality.

We enjoyed the family room with space and private courtyard after being on the road for a while. Mike and Annalie will receive you when you arrive in true countryside hospitality with a glass of sherry and orange juice. Good service, breakfast delicious. Mike went through extra trouble to accommodate our 2 year old son's dietary requirements. Will definitely recommend to family and friends.

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Karlien F - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karlien F
With partner

Fantasiese oornag op pad terug na Gauteng - sal beslis weer daar oorslaap.

Wonderlik, skoon, gerieflik, gasvry, veilig, ideal om te oornag.

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Fantastic overnight stay on our way back to Gauteng- will definitely stay there again.

Wonderful, clean, comfortable, hospitable, safe, ideal place to overnight.

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Amelda B - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Amelda B
Family with teenagers

Nie net 'n halfpad oorslaap plek nie.

Ons het die verblyf by The Barracks aangenaam gevind. Ons het van die aandete opsie gebruik gemaak, en die ete en wyn goeie waarde vir geld gevind. Selfs my tiener seuns het genoeg geëet! Ons kamer was reeds heerlik warm gemaak toe ons in die winters middag daar aankom. Alles was mooi skoon en netjies. Ons was op pad tussen Gauteng en Knysna, en het daarom beplan om sommer weer vroeg te ry. Die aangename, rustige, huislike atmosfeer het ons oortuig om rustig op te staan, ontbyt te eet en dan weer verder te gaan. Ek kan vir seker sien dat ek hier meer as een nag sal kan oorslaap. Vir ons persoonlike smaak het die blinders in die kamer, asook die venster bo die deur heeltemal te veel lig ingelaat om behoorlik te kon donker maak vir 'n goeie nagrus.

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Not just an overnight spot.

We loved our stay at The Barracks. We booked dinner and found the food and wine to be great value for money. The portions was even big enough for my teenaged boys! Wonderful warm room when we arrived on a winter's afternoon. Everything beautiful and neat. We were on our way between Gauteng and Knysna, so we had plans to leave early the next morning. But the calm, home atmosphere compelled us to get up on our time and have brekafast before we hit the road again. I can definitely see myself spending more thatn just the night here. We found the blinds and the window above the door unable to block out the light sufficiently for a good night's rest.

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Willie L - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willie L
With partner

Aangenaam.

Baie aangename ervaring, weereens.

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Pleasant.

Very pleasant experience again.

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Izak V - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Izak V
Family with young children

Aangenaam en bevredigend.

Tweede keer wat ons hier oornag. Personeel vriendelik en bedagsaam. Die kos was smaaklik en uitstekend voorberei.

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Pleasant and satisfying.

Second time we stayed over here. Staff friendly and thoughtful. The food was delicious and excellently prepared.

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

Mike het ons vriendelik verwelkom en dadelik tuis laat voel, baie dankie daarvoor!

Aandete was heerlik, so ook ontbyt, eienaars vriendelik en gasvry, kamers gerieflik ,ons voertuig was veilig binne in erf.geparkeer

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Mike welcomed us kindly and made us feel right at home, thank you very much for that!

Dinner was delicious, so was breakfast, owners friendly and hospitable, rooms comfortable, our vehicle was safely parked in the yard.

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Chris P - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris P
With friends

Baie lekker en goeie waarde vir geld. Mike is goeie gasheer.

Goeie waarde vir geld en lekker gasvry. Mike is great. Kamers is gerieflik en skoon.

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Very nice and good value for money. Mike is great host.

Good value for money and nice hospitality. Mike is great. Rooms are comfortable and clean.

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Vicky B - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Vicky B
Family with young children

Baie lekker gebly. Baie skoon en netjies, net bietjie duur. Baie vriendelik ontvang.

Baie lekker geslaap, bed gemaklik en bedegoed mooi skoon. Kamer self skoon en netjies en yskassie in kamer is beslis 'n plus! Ons is vriendelik ontvang en ontbyt was heerlik. Bietjie duur maar sal die plekkie beslis aanbeveel.

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Had a very nice stay. Very clean and neat, just a bit expensive. Very friendly reception.

Had a good night's rest, bed comfortable and bedding very clean. Room is clean and neat and fridge in room is definitely a plus! We were friendly received and breakfast was lovely. A bit expensive but would definitely recommend the place.

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Elize V - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Elize V
Family with teenagers

Baie veilige plek met vriendelike diens.

Die oornag op roete vanaf Kaap na Gauteng is gemaklik met baie ruimte in die kamers en badkamers. Die stoep voor die kamers asook die pragtige plantegroei maak dit baie privaat vanaf die straat. Die geskiedkundige gebou is werklik baie goed onderhou met die basiese toegerus. TV en alles was in werkende toestand en die bestuurder van die plek baie vriendelik en hulpvaardig. Die parkering is weg vanaf die pad en ons fietse was veilig agter op die trailer. Die aandete asook die kospakkies wat ons vir ontbyt bestel het was goed voorberei en voorgesit. Veral die mans het die aandete baie geniet na die lang dag op die pad.

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Very safe place with friendly service.

This overnight stay en route to Cape Town is comfortable with loads of space in the rooms and bathrooms. The veranda outside the room and the beautiful plant life makes it very private and removed from the street. The historical building is really very well looked after and equipped with all of the basics. TV and everything else is in working order and the manager was so friendly and helpful. Parking is off the street and our bikes were safe on the back of the trailer. The dinner and the lunch packs we got for breakfast were well prepared and presented. Especially the men enjoyed the dinner a lot after a long day on the road.

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Lucille V - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Lucille V
With partner

Vriendelike gashere.

Goeie verblyf. Vriendelike diens.

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Friendly hosts.

Good stay. Friendly service.

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Dirk K - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dirk K
With friends

Vir oornag blyplek op reis deur Colesberg: puik!

Baie vriendelik ontvang deur Mike, glasie sjerrie aangebied, plek is skoon, netjies en gerieflik, sal weer op na Kaap en terug van hul gebruik maak, lekker gesels met Mike by ontbyttafel, wat 'n baie lekker ontbyt die oggend van vertrek voorgesit het.

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For overnight accommodation traveling through Colesberg: great!

Very friendly welcome by Mike, glass of sherry offered, place is clean, tidy and comfortable, will use them again up to Cape and back, nice chat with Mike at the breakfast table, who served a very nice breakfast the morning of departure.

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Steve G - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Steve G
Family with young children

Full of history.

See stars.

Stephen R - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephen R
With friends

A pleasant restful break in a friendly environment.

The hosts are ultra-friendly and helpful. I enjoyed chatting and comparing notes. The accommodation is spacious and comfortable. The cuisine, tasty and Karoo-specific. A restful break during the groot trek between JHB and CT. Thank you, guys!

Nicolene N - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicolene N
With partner

Bederf.

Het hier oornag laasjaar op pad Kleinmond toe. Was dadelik verwelkom en ontvang met 'n sjerrie - baie gasvry en vriendelik. Kamers baie mooi ingerig en het alles wat mens nodig - baie gemaklik. Kos was uitstekend - aandete asook ontbyt. Eienaars gaan uit hul pad om seker te maak jy geniet dit en is tevrede. Sal dit beslis aanbeveel en beslis weer daar oornag.

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Spoil.

Stayed here last year on the way to Kleinmond. Was immediately welcomed and received with a sherry - very hospitable and friendly. Rooms very nicely furnished and have everything you need - very comfortable. Food was excellent - dinner as well as breakfast. Owners go out of their way to make sure you enjoy and are satisfied. Would definitely recommend and definitely stay there again.

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Carolyn Z - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carolyn Z

Dit was silwerskoon, netjies, en die diens fantasties.

Van die oomblik van aankoms was ek en my suster met vriendelikheid ontvang. Annelie se kos was uitstekend, and haar man se gasvryheid was wonderlik.

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It was spotless, neat and the service was fantastic.

From the minute we arrived my sister and I were met with friendliness. Annelie's food was delicious and her husband's hospitality was wonderful.

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

Dierevriendelik en ruim kamer, skoon en netjies.

Personeel vriendelik en kos was heerlik.

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Pet friendly and spacious room, clean and tidy.

Staff friendly and food was delicious.

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

Warm en snoesig in die winter!

Ons is baie vriendelik ontvang deur ons gasheer met 'n glasie sjerrie op ons stoep. Ons kamer was ruim en netjies. Die warmwatersakke was 'n welkome bederfie op 'n koue en nat dag! Lekker warm geslaap! Ontbyt was ingesluit, heerlik en meer as genoeg. Sal The Barracks definitief aanbeveel!

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Warm and cuddly in winter!

We were very kindly received by our host with a glass of sherry on our porch. Our room was spacious and tidy. The hot water bags were a welcome treat on a cold and wet day! Nice warm sleep! Breakfast was included, delicious and more than enough. Would definitely recommend The Barracks!

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Johanita K - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johanita K
With friends

Skoon, effektiewe oornagverblyf, in 'n stil, veilige area met heerlike ontbyt.

Die kamers is ruim en skoon, volop warm water en lekker gemaklike beddens en beddegoed. Perfekte oornagstop en heerlike ontbyt. Onthou net om aandete te bespreek! Daar is restaurante in die omtrek ook.

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Clean, efficient overnight accommodation, in a quiet, safe area with delicious breakfast.

The rooms are spacious and clean, plenty of hot water and nice and comfortable beds and bedding. Perfect overnight stop and delicious breakfast. Just remember to book dinner! There are restaurants around as well.

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Riana S - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Riana S
With partner

Uitstekende diens!

Ontbyt was uitstekend! Ons is selfs verwelkom met 'n glasie sjerrie.

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Excellent service!

Breakfast was excellent! We were even welcomed with a glass of sherry.

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Gerrie O - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerrie O
With partner

Very neat and safe.

I was pleasantly surprised with regards to the amazing service and friendliness of the owners who welcomed us with open arms. The rooms were lovely and clean and it was so nice and quiet. I would definitely recommend this establishment to anyone.

Dr Emil N - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dr Emil N
With partner

Vriendelik, pragtig en eg Karoo.

Pragtige, gesellige verblyf in die Karoo. Kwaliteit baie goed.

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Friendly, beautiful and true Karoo.

Beautiful, cozy accommodation in the Karoo. Quality very good.

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Edwin S - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Edwin S
With partner

Veilig, maklik en interessant.

Veilige plek in die middel van die dorp. Parkering binne die erf. Plek het ook geskiedenis vir die wat daarvan sal hou. Ons het daar gebly op pad na vakansie en op pad terug. Kos was ongelooflik lekker. Sal definitief weer daar bly op volgende vakansie.

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Safe, easy and interesting.

Safe place in the middle of town. Parking inside the yard. Place also has history for those who will like it. We stayed there on our way to vacation and on our way back. Food was incredibly delicious. Will definitely stay there again on next holiday.

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Antoinette L - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Antoinette L
Family with young children

Wonderlike russtop met lieflike diens.

Heerlike, vriendelike russtop gewees met 'n wonderlike aandete toe ons so moeg was. Familie-eenheid was perfek met die hond en klein kinders, want almal kon hulle bene rek in die "courtyard ". Sal definitief weer kom. Baie dankie.

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Wonderful place to stop with lovely service.

Lovely, friendly place to stop with a wonderful dinner when we arrived. Family unit was perfect with the dog and small children because everyone could stretch their legs in the courtyard. Will definitely come again. Thank you very much.

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Tienie H - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tienie H
With friends

Vriendelike diens.

Netjies, skoon en behulpsaam. Sal weer daar bly. Bespreek vroegtydig vir aandete, of stap na Plattelander toe.

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Friendly service.

Neat, clean and helpful. Will stay there again. Book early for dinner, or walk to Plattelander.

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Tina D - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tina D

A clean, comfortable bed in a quiet place.

Fine for an overnight stop en route to the Western Cape. A pet friendly, secure, overnight stop was appreciated at The Barracks. The accommodation was clean and comfortable, with attentive hosts. Food served at dinner and breakfast was fresh and delicious.

Rachel B - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rachel B
With partner

Bevredigend.

The Barracks is 'n gemaklike oornagstasie op die langpad tussen Johannesburg en die goeie ou Kaap. Miskien moet die gasheer en dame net let dat alle kliënte "ewe gewig dra". Het so bietjie gevoel dat die ouer garde wat oornag meer aandag op gemak en behoeftes kry (miskien meer gereelde gaste). Maar sal definitief The Barracks aanbeveel vir enige een, maar persoonlik self sal ek 'n meer alle-gaste-welkom-nessie soek as ons weer so ver reis.

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Satisfactory.

The Barracks is a convenient overnight stay on the long road between Johannesburg and the good old Cape. Maybe the host and hostess should note that all guests "carry the same weight". Felt a bit as though the older guests enjoyed more attention to their comfort and needs (maybe they are regular guests). But will definitely recommend The Barracks to anyone, but personally when we travel this far again I would look for a more everyone-welcome-nest.

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Sophia W - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Sophia W
With friends

Baie lekker en gerieflik!

Die eienaars van The Barracks is fantasties! Ons het baie lekker gebly.

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Very nice and convenient.

The owners are amazing! We really enjoyed our stay.

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Con D - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Con D
With partner

Baie gasvry en baie welkom gevoel.

Mike gaan uit sy pad uit om jou welkom te laat voel en alles so gerieflik as moontlik te maak. Lekker ontbyt sonder lang wag.

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Very hospitable and we felt very welcome.

Mike goes out of his way to make everything as convenient as possible. Nice breakfast without a long wait.

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Theo K - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Theo K
With partner

Baie aangenaam, netjies en skoon.

Eienaar en sy vrou verwelkom jou met glasie port. Plek baie oud en geskiedkundig. Alles is netjies en skoon en gasvryheid van eienaar en sy vrou oorweldig jou. Die aandete wat sy voorgesit het was uit die boonste rakke. Die lamsvleis was so sag soos spons.

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Very pleasant, neat and clean.

Owner and his wife welcomed us with a tot of port. Place very old and historical. Everything was neat and clean and the hospitality was out of this world. Dinner was excellent. The lamb was very tender.

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

Great hospitality and food.

Rooms a little rustic.

Elize D - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elize D
With partner

Baie aangenaam!

Verblyf by The Barracks was baie aangenaam. Kamer baie skoon en netjies, vriendelike ontvangs en heerlike ontbyt. Sal dit beslis aanbeveel.

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Very pleasant!

Stay at The Barracks was very pleasant. Room very clean and tidy, friendly reception and delicious breakfast. Would definitely recommend it.

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Charmaine V - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
0/5
Service
0/5
Location
0/5
Safety
0/5
Value for money
0/5
Charmaine V

Ongelukkig.

Glad nie gelukkig met die bedrag wat jy betaal en dit wat jy kry nie.

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Unfortunately.

Not happy at all with the amount you pay and what you get.

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The Barracks 's response

Charmaine arrived late with a massive caravan which we were only informed of on the day of arrival, this being the 24th December at 13:30pm. To park this huge caravan proved very stressful for both them and ourselves as there was very little give of take on either side of the entrance. Charmaine did mention that "she should have checked this before booking". If they had informed us prior to them confirming the booking we would have advised them that we are unable to assist with parking for a caravan, as we have got long narrow drive ways on either side of the main building with no turning room or room for error.

They were also leaving at 04:00am on the 25 December which was also only communicated to us upon arrival at 08:30pm. We do not discount forfeited breakfast and it was too late to prepare a "breakfast pack" for them on the road. If we were informed prior to their arrival i.e. earlier in the day we would have been able to assist.

We welcomed them with sherries and gave them a complimentary bottle of wine and water in their unit.

Lastly - fortunately we all have different scales of measuring value. There is a saying in life that you can please most people most of the time, but not all of the people all of the time. We (being Annalie & Mike - Owners of The Barracks) tried very hard, but to no avail.

The Barracks
John W - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
John W
Individual traveller

Die beste!

Net wat mens nodig het na 'n dag se ry. Alles was perfek! Baie dankie. Sien gou weer!

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The best!

Just what you need after a day's driving. Everything was perfect! Thank you very much. See you soon!

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Tinie B - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tinie B
On business

Een woord: fantasties!

Dit het gevoel asof mens by ou bekendes kuier. Netjiese, maklik bereikbare plek. Pragtig ingerig, die kos is uit die boonste rakke en die warm geselligheid maak dit 'n baie spesiale plek.

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One word: fantastic!

It felt like visiting old acquaintances. Neat, easy to reach place. Beautifully decorated, the food is top notch and the warm conviviality makes it a very special place.

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Izak V - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Izak V
With partner

Oornag een aand, ontbyt en aandete ingesluit.

'n Besondere histories atmosfeer, maar baie gerieflik. Uitstekende gasvryheid en luukse geriewe in die bad- en slaapkamer. Geen moeite is ontsien nie. Die aandete en ontbyt was keurig en uitstekend voorberei. Voortreflike wyne beskikbaar. Sal beslis per geleentheid weer daar tuisgaan en aanbeveel vir enige ander.

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Overnight one night, breakfast and dinner included.

A particular historical atmosphere, but very comfortable. Excellent hospitality and luxurious amenities in the bath and bedroom. No effort was spared. The dinner and breakfast were exquisite and excellently prepared. Excellent wines available. Will definitely stay there again on occasion and recommend to anyone else.

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Tshepo K - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tshepo K
Individual traveller

Great experience.

It has a quaint antiquity country feel which is a great escape from the modern life of the city.

Judy V - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Judy V
With partner

Fun.

It was a bit difficult to find the place as we couldn't find it on the GPS. But the service and rooms were excellent.

Leilani P - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Leilani P
Family with teenagers

Uitstekende diens, pragtige kamers, heerlike stoepie.

Sal nie weer êrens anders in Colesberg bly nie.

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Excellent service, beautiful rooms, lovely patio.

Would not stay anywhere else in Colesberg again.

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Willie B - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Willie B
With partner

Goeie pitstop.

Ons is gasvry ontvang. Daar is netjiese slaapplek wat mooi inpas by die plekkie se geskiedenis.

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Good pit stop.

We were hospitably received. There is a neat place to sleep that fits in nicely with the place's history.

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Tanya S - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Tanya S
Individual traveller

Baie behulpsame mense wat omgee oor jou veilige aankoms en bied 'n goeie nagrus.

Die diens was puik. Ek was 'n dag voordat ek vertrek het gebel om te hoor van waar ek ry en hoe laat ek van plan is om by die plek aan te kom. En op die dag was ek 'n halfuur laat as wat ek min of meer beplan het. Hulle het my gebel om te hoor of alles nog okay is op die pad. Hulle behulpsaamheid van die begin tot die einde was opreg waardeer. As enkelreisiger het ek baie veilig en op my gemak gevoel.

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Very helpful people who care about your safe arrival and provide a good night's rest.

The service was great. I had called a day before I left to find out where I was going and what time I planned to arrive at the place. And on the day I was half an hour later than I had more or less planned. They called me to see if everything was still okay on the road. Their helpfulness from start to finish was greatly appreciated. As a solo traveler I felt very safe and at ease.

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Peter T - Mar 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Peter T
Individual traveller

The accommodation was extremely comfortable, well looked after and clean.

I enjoyed my stay over at the barracks. The hosts Mike and Annalie went out of their way to ensure I had a comfy stay. They also assisted with parking my heavy trailor. The supper was excellent and I can highly recommend the Barracks.

Gerrit M - Mar 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gerrit M
With partner

Friendly hosts, good meals

Friendly hosts, good meals, they called us the day before we arrived to find out whether we would like to have dinner with them.

Louise V - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Louise V
With partner

Verblyf aangenaam en lekker aandete klaar voorberei na lang reis.

Aangenaam, skoon en gasvry. Eienaars probeer regtig hard om na gaste se behoeftes om te sien.

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Pleasant stay and nice dinner ready after long journey.

Pleasant, clean and hospitable. Owners try really hard to take care of guests' needs.

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Chris L - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Chris L
With partner

Baie lekker en gasvrye eienaars met lekker kos.

Goeie diens met skoon kamers, lekker kos en gasvrye eienaars.

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Very nice and hospitable owners with good food.

Good service with clean rooms, good food and hospitable owners.

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Ian H - Feb 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Ian H
With partner

An excellent stop-over venue on the way to Cape Town

We enjoy staying at The Barracks. The rooms are always clean & fresh, parking is secure, the food is excellent and the service outstanding.

Dot B - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dot B
With friends

Highly recommended

A very friendly and comfortable stopover.

Pieter N - Aug 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter N
With partner

Netjies en skoon. Veilige parkering. Hartlike ontvangs.

Ons slaap altyd hier oor as ons in Colesberg is. Dit is die moeite werd om vir aandete te bespreek - die kos is heerlik en keurig voorberei. Ontbyt is ook heerlik.

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Neat and clean. Secure parking. Warm welcome.

We always stay here when we are in Colesberg. It's worth booking for dinner - the food is delicious and well prepared. Breakfast is also delicious.

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Dawie P - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dawie P
Family with young children

Plek met baie karakter!

Baie aangename verblyf op die perfekte plek om te stop tussen Johannesburg en Kaapstad. Sal dit definitief aanbeveel.

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Place with a lot of character!

Very pleasant stay in the perfect place to stop between Johannesburg and Cape Town. Would definitely recommend it.

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Fernando A - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fernando A
With partner

A wonderful stay in a warm and beautiful place.

A beautiful old building, a lot of the original comforts are still part of the rooms. A very large and wonderful bathroom and very spacious room. The host and hostess were gracious and very kind. Will recommend The Barracks to anyone who needs a great place to relax after a long journey. Food was also amazing!

Alet G - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alet G
With partner

Puik - 'n Juweel in Colesberg!

'n Fantastiese, outentieke ondervinding! Annelie en Micheal het ons op die hande gedra - die kos was 5-ster en nog meer. Wonderlike wyne om van te kies! Die kamers is heerlik ruim en pragtig gemeubileerd, om nie eers te praat van die hoekbad in die badkamer nie ...

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Great - A gem in Colesberg!

A fantastic, authentic experience! Annelie and Micheal carried us on their hands - the food was 5 star and more. Wonderful wines to choose from! The rooms are wonderfully spacious and beautifully furnished, not to mention the corner bath in the bathroom...

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Stella C - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stella C
With partner

Absolute genot!

Die kamers is uniek. Die eetkamer en kroeg is karaktervol. Die eienaars is baie gasvry en vriendelik. 'n Geskiedkundige B&B!

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Absolute delight!

The rooms are unique. The dining room and bar are full of character. The owners are very hospitable and friendly. A historic B&B!

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Etienne O - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Etienne O
Individual traveller

Oornag op pad na Kaapstad.

My GPS kon nie die straatnaam herken nie. Geen probleem met verblyf en ontbyt nie. Gawe en hulpvaardige gasheer!

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Overnight en route to Cape Town.

My GPS could not recognize the street name. No problem with accommodation and breakfast. Nice and helpful host!

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Marc H - Aug 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marc H
Individual traveller

Charming and quiet - a perfect stopover

Quiet location and very attentive hosts.

Angelique V - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Angelique V
On business

Lekker stil gewees, dankie!

Uit 'n veiligheidsoogpunt sou ek diefwering verkies het voor die deure en vensters, maar ek sien dit blyk die norm te wees. Die eenheid was regtig lekker, veral die eie patio (wens eintlik ek het al vroeër daar opgedaag!)

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It was nice to be quiet, thank you!

From a security point of view I would have preferred burglar bars over the doors and windows, but I see that seems to be the norm. The unit was really nice, especially the private patio (actually wish I had arrived earlier!)

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Tmi Spares M - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Tmi Spares M
Family with teenagers

Ideaal vir troeteldiere.

Ontbyt en ontbytkamer baie oulik.

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Ideal for pets.

Breakfast and breakfast room very cute.

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Dienie K - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dienie K
With partner

Heerlike gasvryheid en goeie kos.

Gasvryheid en goeie kos! Kan dit aanbeveel!

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Great hospitality and good food.

Hospitality and good food! Can recommend it!

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Johan O - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan O
With partner

'n Baie gawe gasheer en gasvrou wat maklik kommunikeer.

'n Ou gebou wat besonderse geskiedenis het. Die kos was uitstekend, die eienaars was altyd beskikbaar en kommunikeer goed met alle gaste.

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A very nice host and hostess who communicates easily.

An old building that has a special history. The food was excellent, the owners were always available and communicate well with all guests.

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Maria J C - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Maria J C
With partner

Die ontvangs was warm en persoonlik.

Die kamer baie gerieflik en groot. En die kos is heerlik!

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The reception was warm and personal.

The room very comfortable and large. And the food is delicious!

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Johann S - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Johann S
With partner

Lekker aandete en ontbyt; dubbelbed gemaklik; kamer te veel verlig van buite af.

Die eienaars was baie ingestel op veiligheid wat aanvaarbaar is. Die slaapkamer se blindings was egter onvoldoende om die buiteligte te keer en die slaapkamer was te verlig deur die nag.

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Nice dinner and breakfast; double bed comfortable; room too much lit from outside.

The owners were very focused on safety which is acceptable. However, the bedroom's blinds were insufficient to block the outside lights and the bedroom was too lit during the night.

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Dianne B - Feb 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dianne B
Large group

Lovely rooms, hosts, good breakfast and locatoin

Wonderful hosts, the rooms clean and good linen. Lots of Olde World charm! Good location in Colesburg and a really nice breakfast is served. Would definitely go there again and recommend it.

Elsabé V - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Elsabé V
With partner

Aangenaam!

The Barracks is 'n goeie opsie vir oornagverblyf. Ons was tevrede met die akkommodasie. Daar is 'n pragtige uitsig van die kamerdeur en stoepie oor die berg. Wat 'n groot plus vir ons was, is dat ontbyt ingesluit was in die prys en dat die eienaars 'n mens die opsie gee om 'n gepakte ontbyt te vat as jy vroeg wil ry. Ons het daarvan gebruik gemaak en dit was heerlik!

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Pleasant!

The Barracks is a good option for overnight accommodation. We were satisfied with the accommodation. There is a beautiful view from the room door and porch over the mountain. What was a big plus for us is that breakfast was included in the price and that the owners give you the option of taking a packed breakfast if you want to drive early. We used it and it was delicious!

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An F - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
An F
With partner

Baie vriendelike, behulpsame ontvangs, ete besonders goed.

Barracks is goed geleë vir toeriste. Vriendelike, behulpsame ontvangs, veilige parkering, etes baie goed, maar die onnetheid het regtig afbreuk aan die ervaring gedoen.

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Very friendly, helpful reception, food particularly good.

Barracks is well located for tourists. Friendly, helpful reception, safe parking, meals very good, but the uncleanliness really detracted from the experience.

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

Great

Would certainly recommend The Barracks. Warm, friendly, good accommodation, good food, good service.

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

Baie aangenaam, met n pragtige kamer en kraakvars beddegoed.

Ons het n smaaklike aandete genuttig wat besonder keurig aangebied is. Die eetgerei is van die beste gehalte en alles was smaaklik en aantreklik voorgesit. Die ontbyt was onverbeterlik met vars vrugte, sap, joghurt, verkskeidenheid pap en vol Engelse ontbyt. Die eienaars was altyd beskikbaar en baie behulpsaam. Van nou af sal ons by geen ander plek as The Barracks oornag as ons op Colesburg is nie.

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Very pleasant, with a beautiful room and crisp bedding.

We enjoyed a tasty dinner that was particularly well presented. The cutlery is of the best quality and everything was tasty and attractively presented. The breakfast was unbeatable with fresh fruit, juice, yoghurt, variety of porridge and full English breakfast. The owners were always available and very helpful. From now on we will stay at no other place than The Barracks when we are at Colesburg.

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Brian C - May 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Brian C
On business

Sal weer gebruik as ek in die omgewing moet bly

'n Unieke verassing!!

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Will use again if I have to stay in the area

A unique cremation!!

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Chris S - Feb 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris S
On business

Excellent place to stay, lovely people

Really great, will book there again.

Richard R - Jul 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Richard R
With partner

Well kept & friendly owner, very good food & comfy bed.

Owner extremely knowledgeable about establishment. Very interesting & valuable décor in dining room.

Tim W - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tim W
With partner

A great stopover while traveling with dogs

We were looking for a spot to stopover while traveling with our dogs and this accommodation was perfect! The Barracks is clean and the owners are very welcoming. The food was exceptional. Real good home cooked food. The best part was that the dogs had space to roam around a little bit.

Leon J - Oct 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leon J
With partner

Baie lekker en vriendelike diens ... en die kos was uitstekend!

Baie vriendelike ontvangs en die diens was deurentyd baie goed. Aandete en ontbyt was baie lekker. Baie skoon en netjies. Sal dit aanbeveel vir enigeen om oor te slaap. Puik!

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Very nice and friendly service... and the food was excellent!

Very friendly reception and the service was always very good. Dinner and breakfast were very nice. Very clean and tidy. Would recommend to anyone to sleep over. Great!

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Hendrik V - Nov 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Hendrik V
Family with young children

Baie gasvry en persoonlike diens!

Baie ruim en uitstekende persoonlike aandag deur die eienaar. Aangename ervaring.

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Very hospitable and personal service!

Very spacious and excellent personal attention by the owner. Pleasant experience.

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Eduard K - Sep 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Eduard K
With partner

Very good accomodation and food provided by exceptionally entertaining host

Rustic atmosphere steeped in history.

Hannes K - Aug 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Hannes K
With friends

'n Baie interessante plek met 'n interessante gasheer.

Die plek het 'n baie interessante geskiedenis en Dave (gasheer) het allerhande interessante stories. Die aandete was voortreflik, veral die vegetariese dis vir twee van ons. Die kamers het alles wat mens nodig het.

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A very interesting place with an interesting host.

The place has a very interesting history and Dave (host) has all kinds of interesting stories. The dinner was excellent, especially the vegetarian dish for two of us. The rooms have everything one needs.

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Brian S - Jan 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Brian S
Individual traveller

Very Friendly

Had a good stay.

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

Die ideale oornagplek. Skoon met persoonlike aandag van eienaar.

Daar is nuwe eienaars wat regtig hard probeer om jou welkom te laat voel.

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The ideal place to stay overnight. Clean with personal attention from owner.

There are new owners who really try hard to make you feel welcome.

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Kobus B - May 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Kobus B
With partner

Ek en my vrou het werklik ons verblyf geniet en sal weer oornag by The Barracks.

Die gasvryheid en kos van The Barracks was werklik uit die boonste rakke en ons het baie lekker daar gekuier.

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My wife and I really enjoyed our stay and would stay at The Barracks again.

The hospitality and food of The Barracks was truly top notch and we had a great time there.

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Belinda D - Mar 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Belinda D
Large group

Ons het baie lekker gebly, gemaklike beddens, heerlik onder die bome gerus.

Aandete was heerlik, net jammer dat dit kos 'n plaas se prys.

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We had a great stay, comfortable beds, lovely rest under the trees.

Dinner was delicious, just a shame that it cost a farm's price.

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Noeline J - Aug 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Noeline J
With friends

Die plek is oud, maar ok. Die koffie en aandkos was heerlik.

Die plek is ok, maar ek hou nie van sulke ou plekke wat spokerig is nie. Die eienaars was baie vriendelik.

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The place is old but ok. The coffee and dinner were delicious.

The place is ok but I don't like such old places that are haunted. The owners were very friendly.

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Vassie N - Dec 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Vassie N
Family with young children

Epitome of a family home

Felt like home away from home - only we did not have to clean up like home. Thank you Dave and spouse!

Sibylle D - Dec 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sibylle D
With partner

Perfect stay-over

Extremely friendly hosts, great food and a well-stocked bar. Had a very good nights sleep at The Barracks.

Paula L - Dec 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Paula L
With partner

Welcoming, friendly and very comfortable stay.

We had clean, comfortable rooms and our needs were catered to graciously. A lovely home cooked meal and hearty breakfast rounded it all off.

Kevin M - Dec 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Kevin M
Individual traveller

Food great, room good, I'll go back anytime.

Room was as good as expected. Hospitality great. Food was brilliant. Won't stay anywhere else in Colesberg.

John H - Dec 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
John H
With partner

A safe bet for a great stay

If you're stopping in Colesburg, The Barracks is a really safe bet.

Beryl P - Dec 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Beryl P
With partner

Pleasant host

Very pleasant host, thought they were a bit overpriced, room was quite spartan - ideal for a one-night stay over.

Saurabh K - Apr 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Saurabh K
With partner

A fabulous experience

We had a wonderful time staying at the Barracks. We were pleasantly suprised by the hospitality and food, everything was done with a lot of personal touch and care. we would always remmember our experience at the barracks to be one of the best guest houses we have stayed at . Thank you so much.

Ronel L - Mar 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Ronel L
With friends

Enjoyed my stay

I enjoyed my stay at the guest house but think that the meals are a bit over priced. The owner told me that the supper worked out R85 per meal and 2 glasses of wine R45.I was charged R265 for 2 suppers and 2 glasses of wine. Don't know where did they get the extra R40 from.

Sampie V - Jun 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Sampie V
With partner

Will use it again.

Louise B - Dec 2010
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Louise B
Individual traveller

Thoroughly enjoyed my one night stay. Food and wine was excellent.

The people were friendly and helpful. The place has history and charm.

From
From R 1 240
per night, for 2 ppl
From
R 1 240
per night, for 2 ppl
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  • Capacity: 14 people
  • No children under 10
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 21:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: 15-17 D'Urban Row, Colesberg, 9795, Northern Cape
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